Travel and Outdoors

The Texas Capitol as seen in the late 1800s, partially constructed. Most of the building is complete, save for the dome at the top.

Culture

Unwrap these 4 gifts given to the city of Austin

These city gifts are way better than a Jelly of the Month Club membership.

December 23, 2025 11:58 PM

STAFF

A warm-toned photo of the Pennybacker Bridge looking South.

Travel and Outdoors

The zodiac signs as Austin landmarks

Combine your big three — or even add a loved one’s signs — for a tiny tour of Austin.

May 24, 2025

Laura Figi

A detailed daytime rendering of Austin's proposed I-35 development, showcasing a vibrant, reimagined urban landscape. In the foreground, a modern, two-story wooden structure features rooftop seating areas filled with people. Behind it, a large grassy park is lined with trees and paths, where people are walking and playing. The highway runs through the center, and adjacent to it, another building is topped with a colorful grid-like structure resembling solar panels. The downtown Austin skyline looms in the background, with tall buildings including the Hilton Garden Inn, adding a mix of green space and urban density. The scene reflects a progressive vision for the city's infrastructure with integrated public spaces and modern architecture.

City

Austin commits $104 million toward I-35 cap-and-stitch support infrastructure

Austin City Council approved funding for support structures that could one day hold caps featuring parks, plazas, and pedestrian bridges over a redesigned I-35.

May 22, 2025

Morgan O’Neal

A plane flying over Austin-Bergstrom International Airport at dusk.

Travel and Outdoors

Fly away on one of these nonstop flights out of Austin-Bergstrom International Airport

You’ll never have to deal with a layover again, because these are just a few of ABIA’s nonstop flights, which will take you to over 100 cities in the US and abroad.

May 21, 2025

Laura Figi

A massive structure covered in vines with a round red sign that reads "XXX Pearl."

Travel and Outdoors

How to spend a day in San Antonio, according to an Austinite

Get ready to plan your next day trip and let City Editor Figi take you through some of her favorite spots from a recent trip to the historic Alamo City.

May 20, 2025

Laura Figi

A rectangular pool is surrounded by wooden decking and lounge chairs shaded by white umbrellas, nestled beneath mature trees and bordered by red brick walls. In the background, a mid-century modern style building with a red and gray patterned facade rises above the scene, casting shadows across the quiet, shaded courtyard.

Travel and Outdoors

Austin hotels offering summertime pool passes

Beat the heat by taking a dip in some of Austin’s swankiest hotel pools, indulging in poolside snacks, and sunbathing.

May 19, 2025

Laura Figi

Light streaming through trees at Mueller Lake Park during golden hour. A couple is having a picnic on the far left side.

Travel and Outdoors

Help us guess how many 100º days Austin will have in 2025

Austin could be in for a hot year, but how does that translate to days over 100º? We want guesses from our readers.

May 16, 2025

Laura Figi

Outdoor patio area at P6 in Austin, Texas featuring rocking chairs, plants, and a beautiful view of Austin's skyline.

Business

15 must-visit rooftop bars in Austin

Want dinner with a gorgeous lake view? We have that. Want a place to drink by the pool? We have that. Want to play lawn games with your dog? We have that, too.

May 14, 2025

London Gibson

A view of the Austin bats flying over the lake

City

What you didn’t know about Austin’s bat colony

Whether you’re new to Austin and want in on the Bat City lore or you’re a longtime local with lots of curiosity, here’s how the winged creatures play a role in our city.

May 12, 2025

London Gibson