Austin

A recent community meeting in Austin, intended as a dialogue on immigration enforcement, quickly transformed into a platform for protest, highlighting the deep-seated divisions within the city regarding its response to the Trump administration’s deportation policies. Attendees voiced their frustrations over local law enforcement’s cooperation with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), underscoring the urgency…

Elgin has introduced a new pet scanning station aimed at helping reunite lost animals with their owners more efficiently. Located at Veterans Memorial Park, just outside the Elgin Police Department, the station is designed to assist community members who find stray pets. Users can utilize a QR code that provides detailed instructions on how to…

The site of the former Austin Convention Center now lies in ruins, with a significant empty space where the structure once stood. Construction crews are actively engaged in creating a larger facility, but this progress may hinge on a ruling from a Travis County judge regarding whether the public should have a say in the…

Several schools and districts in the Austin area have been honored with a place on the 2025 Texas Honor Roll, recognizing their exceptional student achievement in mathematics and reading. This prestigious designation is awarded to around 15% of eligible campuses, based on their performance on the STAAR tests over the past three years, which demonstrated…

Tickets for the KUT Festival, an exciting new celebration of Austin’s vibrant culture, music, and ideas, are now available for purchase. Scheduled for May 1-2 across various venues at the University of Texas campus, this two-day event promises a rich lineup of live music, engaging discussions, and interactive activities aimed at fostering creativity and community…

AUSTIN, Texas – The Austin City Council has unanimously approved the TRUST Act, a significant measure aimed at establishing a regulatory framework for the use of surveillance technology within the city. This decision comes as a controversial proposal for park surveillance cameras was removed from the agenda for the second consecutive time. The TRUST Act…

Art Beat: Weekend Events in Austin This weekend in Austin is packed with vibrant events, from art exhibitions to lively performances. Here are five highlights to consider as you plan your outings. Somebody to Love Cost: Free Opening Reception: Friday, 6-8 p.m. Gallery Hours: Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, 9 a.m.–1 p.m.; Saturdays, noon to 4…

The Texas Education Agency (TEA) has issued a warning to educators and school districts concerning the repercussions of political activism in schools, particularly related to anti-Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) demonstrations. The TEA has clarified the potential consequences of allowing or encouraging student walkouts, emphasizing that: Students participating in these protests will be marked absent,…

Students from Elgin Independent School District (ISD) are staging a walkout today, marking a significant student-led protest against the operations of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and broader immigration policies. This demonstration follows a wave of similar protests across various Central Texas districts, where hundreds of students have recently walked out of classes to…

Austin City Council has decided to remove an item from its agenda that was set for a vote on the implementation of artificial intelligence (AI) security cameras in city parks. This decision came amidst protests from community members who are opposed to the use of AI surveillance, who hailed the council’s move as a “temporary…