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A group of eight people, including Mayor Kirk Watson, stands outdoors on a sunny day, holding an oversized ceremonial check for $8.4 million made out to “Austin’s Parks” from the Austin City Limits Music Festival and C3 Presents. The check is dated May 7, 2025. One person is dressed in a colorful hummingbird costume, and the group is posed on a paved path in a park-like setting with grass, trees, and utility poles in the background.
City
Austin Parks Foundation awards new round of ACL Festival grants
The slate of new grants goes toward projects including new bridge construction, shade structure creation, and trail repair.
January 12, 2026 04:17 PM
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Laura Figi
A rendering of possible changes to I-35 and Riverside.
Government
Breaking down TxDOT’s I-35 expansion plans
Here’s what you need to know about the project in Central Austin.
February 20, 2023
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London Gibson
A rendering of the west Gate expansion
Travel and Outdoors
Austin airport reveals renderings for West Gate Expansion
Learn more about the airport’s upcoming expansions.
February 14, 2023
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London Gibson
Overlooking the grounds and mansion at the Commodore Perry Estate
History
Adapting Austin’s historic buildings with architect Paul Clayton
In a boomtown like Austin, maintaining history amid change is a delicate balance.
February 8, 2023
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London Gibson
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Development
Next stop: checking in on Project Connect
The Red Line is officially complete — where does everything else stand?
January 30, 2023
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Laura Figi
A rendering of people sitting on the porch of a micro-home in Community First! Village.
Development
Community First! Village to expand by ~1,400 homes
Mark Odom Studio designed six micro-home concepts for the neighborhood.
January 27, 2023
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London Gibson
The Austin skyline, as seen from Lady Bird Lake
Government
What was Austin’s fastest-growing decade?
We’re digging into historical population growth trends in ATX.
January 23, 2023
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London Gibson
The Austin skyline, as seen at nighttime
Development
Our top five stories of 2022
From rooftop bars to an architectural behind the scenes, here are the stories our readers loved most this year.
December 22, 2022
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London Gibson
A view of the Austin skyline and Lady Bird Lake on a sunny day.
Live
2023 predictions for Austin real estate
Real estate experts explain what Austin home buyers should know and predict whether we’ll see prices rise in 2023.
December 19, 2022
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Laura Figi
A rendering of the new Zilker Park land bridge
Travel and Outdoors
11 major changes in Zilker Park’s new master plan
Expect new walking trails, added amenities, and a land bridge across Barton Springs Road.
November 18, 2022
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London Gibson
Kayakers on a sunny day at Lady Bird Lake.
Culture
Where is the average Austinite from?
More people were born and raised here than you’d think.
November 17, 2022
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Laura Figi
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“The Nightmare Before Christmas” will light up Austin this fall
The famous holiday film from Tim Burton will set up shop at the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center for just over two months.
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At least eight goats eat the leaves off a plant at the Ann and Roy Butler Hike and Bike Trail.
Travel and Outdoors
The goats are baaack on the Ann and Roy Butler Hike-and-Bike Trail
The Trail Conservancy and Rent-a-Ruminant partnered to bring a herd of 150 goats to help clear noxious plants, like poison ivy.
August 11, 2025
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Industry ICYMI: 3 Austin business headlines you may have missed
Catch up on Austin’s business industry news with some of the biggest headlines of the week.
August 7, 2025
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Laura Figi
A table set at an outdoor restaurant with a bowl of whipped cheese topped with diced tomatoes, herbs, and nuts, accompanied by pieces of toasted flatbread. Three cocktails are in the background: a pale yellow drink in a wine glass with a sprig of thyme, a dark espresso martini in a coupe glass, and a pink beverage in a tall glass with a black straw. The setting features wicker chairs, a potted plant, and natural light streaming through open windows.
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40+ great brunch restaurants to try in Austin
Check out these brunch restaurants, cafes, and diners in town, serving a variety of egg dishes, mimosas, micheladas, and more.
August 6, 2025
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Laura Figi
An overhead view of a vibrant spread of Trinidad and Tobago dishes, including a central plate of goat meat in rich, brown sauce garnished with green onions. Surrounding dishes feature grilled chicken, stewed greens, mashed yams, white rice, crinkle-cut fries topped with sauce and herbs, and two types of flatbread—one plain and one stuffed. Small bowls of dipping sauces complete the presentation.
Food
Keep Austin eating: 3 morsels of food + restaurant news
There are two new openings and a closure on the way, including Chef Janelle Romeo’s new Trinidad and Tobago cuisine, an Irish cafe, and a Tatsu-Ya restaurant closing.
August 5, 2025
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Culture
How to spend the day on Burnet Road
Whether you’re looking to eat, drink, shop, see a game, or just explore the city, Burnet Road has everything you need across 7.2 miles.
August 4, 2025
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Laura Figi
Jared Padalecki and Jensen Ackles sit at a Comic-Con panel. Padalecki is on the left with shoulder-length hair and a casual jacket over a graphic t-shirt, with a name card reading "Jared Padalecki" in front of him. Ackles is on the right, with shorter hair and wearing a dark jacket, looking toward him. Both are seated behind microphones, with Comic-Con logos on the table and the backdrop behind them. Bottled water is on the table.
Culture
29 celebrities who live in Austin
It’s not just us who love Austin — dozens of celebrities have chosen to forgo New York and Los Angeles in favor of the Capital City.
July 31, 2025
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Laura Figi
A modern, open-concept living space with a neutral color palette, featuring a beige sofa, a black coffee table, and a dining area with a round wooden table and matching chairs. The space has textured, curved walls, large windows allowing natural light, and minimalist décor, including abstract artwork and a black pendant light above the dining table. The kitchen in the background has wooden cabinetry and stainless steel appliances.
Real Estate
ICON breaks ground on a dozen new 3D-printed homes in Mueller
Act fast if you’re interested in living in one of the new Mueller homes, because only a few are still available.
July 31, 2025
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Laura Figi
A large crowd browses tables stacked with books under a white event tent. People of various ages flip through pages, chat, and examine titles. The tables are neatly arranged with colorful book covers, and the atmosphere is lively and bustling.
Events
Texas Book Festival announces R.L. Stine, Chelsea Handler, and Ali Hazelwood in initial lineup
The annual free book festival will share the full lineup of 250+ authors in early September, but here’s a sneak preview of 18 that are on the list ahead of November.
July 30, 2025
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Laura Figi