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Texas called top state for ghost sightings in new study
By Austin Journal Reports | Oct 27, 2021
Ghost sightings recorded in Texas over the past 50 years numbered 7,099, the highest number of spooky reports among the 50 states, according to a study by the online poker community CardsChat.
Spots remain in next month's Austin Parks Foundation's 'It's My Park Day'
By Karen Kidd | Oct 22, 2021
Spots still remain for volunteers in next month's "It's My Park Day," Austin Parks Foundation's annual event to show the city's parks a little love.
Austin population growth due to 'freedom and culture,' REX CEO says
By T.H. Lawrence | Oct 20, 2021
Austin has been growing at a remarkable rate for more than a decade.
New ranking shows Texas is among the least energy-efficient states
By Austin Journal Reports | Oct 13, 2021
Texas came in 40th in a new study by the personal-finance website WalletHub that analyzed 48 states in terms of home and auto energy efficiency.
Austin comes in 111th in new safety ranking for largest U.S. cities
By Austin Journal Reports | Oct 7, 2021
Austin finished in the bottom half of a new WalletHub ranking of U.S. cities based on their residents’ physical security, financial stability and issues affecting public health.
'The Asian population has actually grown considerably': Population for proposed legislative district would be one-third Asian
By Andy Nghiem | Oct 3, 2021
A new draft of the Austin City Council's district legislative maps shows a growth of Asian populations in the region.
Wallethub ranks Austin as 6th best city for vegans and vegetarians
By Timothy Stuckey | Sep 30, 2021
The city of Austin has been named one of the top cities for vegans and vegetarians in 2021.
New ranking shows Texas is 2nd most diverse state
By Austin Journal Reports | Sep 29, 2021
Texas came in second in a new study by the personal-finance website WalletHub that analyzes all 50 states in terms of their residents’ racial, ethnic, cultural and economic diversity.
Pet of the Week: Meet Prince!
By Submitted by New Hope Animal Rescue | Sep 29, 2021
This week’s Pet of the Week features Prince, a 1-year-old Pyrenees/Border Collie/Anatolian Shepherd mix who’s ready to be your best friend!
Pet of the Week: Meet Dax!
By Submitted by New Hope Animal Rescue | Sep 22, 2021
This week’s Pet of the Week features Dax! He is a puppy shepherd mix looking for his forever home.
Peacock: Renewable energy could cost Texas 'billions'
By David Hutton | Sep 20, 2021
Renewable energy continues to be championed by its supporters as a low-cost alternative to other energy options, but the final price tag may prove to be a financial disaster for taxpayers.
Austin area 'We Are Blood' to help with nationwide blood shortage
By Valerie Bonk | Sep 16, 2021
An Austin area blood provider is partnering with other states to help address nationwide blood shortage.
'We need to work together': Austin area COVID-19 deaths surpass 1,000
By Hayley Flynn | Sep 15, 2021
As of Sept. 8, 1,000 people in Austin-Travis County, Texas, have died from COVID-19, according to Austin Public Health.
Average Texas residents pay nearly $120,000 in lifetime interest fees, study finds
By Austin Journal Reports | Aug 19, 2021
Average Texans will pay $119,349 in interest payments over their lifetimes, below the U.S. average of $130,462, according to a new analysis from Self.com, a company that helps consumers build credit and savings.
Most U.S residents 'disapprove' of vaccine shaming, poll finds
By Karla Florez | Aug 19, 2021
Though the majority of Texas residents support the COVID-19 vaccine, a recent study suggests many American supporters firmly oppose negative commentary about those who have chosen not to get vaccinated.
Doggett: 'Not getting vaccinated gives COVID the room in needs to evolve'
By Trina Thomas | Aug 4, 2021
U.S. Rep. Lloyd Doggett (D-Austin) is motivating others to get the COVID-19 vaccine as the Delta variant continues to spread.
Over 81% of Americans feel 'pride' or 'patriotism' as Olympic Games commence, poll finds
By Art Benavidez | Jul 29, 2021
A recent poll shows that Americans are prideful and patriotic when thinking of the U.S. flag as the Olympic Games in Tokyo commence.
Lady Bird Johnson exhibit opens at LBJ Presidential Library in Austin
By Christina Heath | Jul 21, 2021
A new exhibit honoring the life and legacy of Lady Bird Johnson, wife of 36th U.S. president Lyndon Baines Johnson, has opened at the LBJ Presidential Library in Austin.
Austin finishes 19th on fitness ranking of 100 largest U.S. cities
By Austin Journal Reports | Jul 20, 2021
Austin ranks 19th in a study by the American College of Sports Medicine and the Anthem Foundation that examines the physical fitness of the nation’s largest cities.