Historic building, Willie Nelson mural demolished in downtown Austin

Published   Feb 05, 2025 06:58PM
A nearly decade-old Willie Nelson mural is being torn down in Austin as part of a demolition project. ... Read more

Some 6th Street business' sales are dropping, but they're OK

The fences are in place as part of a phased approach to open up Sixth Street to car traffic full time, with a larger-scale goal of making the entertainment district safer and bringing more visitors there during the day. ... Read more

Texas Senate debates education savings account bill

Texas Senators are debating Senate Bill 2 on the chamber floor, the piece of legislation that carries an education savings account (ESA) program that was recently declared an emergency item by Gov. Greg Abbott. ... Read more

Should Texas legalize gambling, marijuana? These Texans thin

A report looked at the opinions of Texans on legislation that would legalize different forms of gambling and marijuana use in the Lone Star State. ... Read more

Austin plan details road reconfigurations, expanded bike, pedestrian access downtown

Published   Feb 04, 2025 06:55PM
Austin City Council is expected to vote this spring on a new vision plan for downtown mobility — one that could reconfigure streetscapes along several key corridors, if approved. ... Read more

Hamilton Pool Preserve closed for swimming again for bacteri

The 232-acre Hamilton Pool Preserve includes trails, picnic areas and a swimming area, according to the county. ... Read more

Williamson County gas station shooting leads to 50-year pris

A man was sentenced Jan. 24 after pleading guilty to first-degree murder in connection with a June 2023 offense. ... Read more

50 rallies in 50 states: National anti-Project 2025 protest

Demonstrators gathered outside the Texas State Capitol around 11 a.m. Wednesday as part of nationwide day of action against Project 2025 and President Donald Trump's executive orders. ... Read more