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Austin police will stop arrests, tickets in most low-level ma*****na cases after unanimous City Council vote
The decision to back away from pursuing criminal charges against people with small amounts of pot comes after state lawmakers legalized h**p last year in a way that threw ma*****na prosecution into chaos.
The Tonight Show ‘Keeps Austin Weird’ with professor Matthew McConaughey and More
AUSTIN, Texas (KXAN/KETK)- The first taping of the “Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon” on a college campus was a white and burnt-orange fanfare, filled with Texas-sized celebrity guests and nods t…
15 Things Never to Say to an Austinite
Start your morning with the most important taco of the day, and other solid advice for those headed to Austin for SXSW this month.
97-year-old engineering professor at the University of Texas at Austin, is the oldest person to receive a Nobel Prize.
Three scientists won the award for their development of rechargeable batteries.
ACL Fest: The triumphant pop of Austin breakout Kady Rain
It’s impossible to miss Kady Rain. Her shock of tangerine hair screams out across the idyllic patio and gardens of Cosmic Coffee in Austin.
Lights out for classic Austin comfort food chain after flagship location closes
After a summer that saw the closing of both its Round Rock and Braker Lane locations, Red’s Porch appears to be defunct following the closure of its last remaining brick-and-mortar. ...
Austin Fire Dept. launches campaign with PSAs featuring local musician, drag queen
The campaign is designed to bring awareness to a variety of fire- and life-safety issues, according to the department.
Where to See Live Music in Austin
Eight great venues you have to check out.
2 meteor showers to light up the sky this week back-to-back
If you have any wishes to make, now is the time, because stargazers will get their chance to view two back-to-back meteor showers that are expected to peak this week.
H-E-B in pilot solar program
H-E-B in pilot solar program 06/24/2009 Get great content like this right in your inbox. Subscribe New York City In a pilot program, H-E-B is installing solar panels on the roof of one of its stores in Austin, Texas. If successful, the initiative could be expanded to other stores, the Austin America...
Keeping it weird in Austin, Texas
Aren't the residents of the proudly hip city of Austin, Texas, just traditionalists at heart?
The history of how 'Keep Austin Weird' became synonymous with the Capital City
A simple question asked by a radio host and a pointed answer from Austin Community College librarian Red Wassenich created the phrase now synonymous with Austin. In 2000, Wassenich phoned into ...
With Tech Expansion, Austin Is Still Weird. It’s Just More Wired Now, Too.
Austin’s reputation as a Silicon Hills tech hub got a boost, in both scale and buzz, from Apple’s recently announced plans for a new $1 billion campus.
Viewpoint: Smart homes and renewable energy are changing how Texans live
Despite their stark political differences, Texas and California are the top states for renewable energy employment.
Report: Texas added 10,000 clean energy jobs in 2018, trails only California
Despite their stark political differences, Texas and California are the top states for renewable energy employment.
12 Fun Things To Do in Austin with Kids
If anyone is keeping the city's famous slogan—Keep Austin Weird—alive and well, it's the half-pints.
These are the top 10 places to live in 2019, we made the list!
The top cities are based on factors including strength of job market, quality of life and value for the money, according to U.S. News & World Report.
This spring, there are six Austin beers that are frankly weird
For the mild months of spring, brewers tend to make crisp pilsners and bright wheat beers — but this year, some Austin brewers seem to be having a
20 Iconic Austin Restaurants
While Austin may be known for its legendary Tex-Mex, tasty breakfast tacos and juicy barbecue, there's so much more to the capital city's food history to explore. Austin's celebrated dining scene has evolved with lightening speed over the last few decades, but don't forget to pay homage to the great...
Austin Keeps It Weird With Guy FieriCon
Plus other food and beverage intel
Where to Celebrate October Fest in Austin
Whether you’re in town for Austin City Limits, a fall weekend getaway or just looking for some good bier and schnitzel, we’ve put together the definitive guide to all things German in Austin, Texas this October. Find out where to celebrate Oktoberfest in Austin during September and October 2019....
ERCOT’s Wild Summer Is Over. Solar Looks Like the Winner
Texas’ power grid danced near the supply-demand edge this summer. Experts weigh in on what it means for renewables.
Weird Texas Laws With Matthew McConaughey
As the state's capital, Austin is where Texas's laws are made. Matthew McConaughey guesses which of these Texas laws are real, and which are myths.
October 2019 Top Events & Festivals
Fall is here in Austin, and while the days may still feel warm, the nights have begun to cool off to the perfect temperature for patio dining, outdoor concerts and evening hikes. October is full of exciting events for everyone, from the craft beer enthusiasts and film lovers to the traveling music f...
Austin Events Calendar for October
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To Keep the Lights on during Blackouts, Austin Explores Microgrids
The city is connecting rooftop solar installations and storage batteries to increase resilience during storms and heat waves
Blackouts are on the rise. So Austin is making a 'microgrid'
The Department of Energy and the nation's utilities are exploring ways to make cities more resilient in the face of mounting and costly blackouts from severe storms and heat waves that are increasing with climate change. In Austin, Texas, officials are stringing rooftop solar panels to a big battery...
Austin: Why this is now the best city to visit in the USA
“Keep Austin Weird.”
https://cbsaustin.com/news/local/austin-named-one-of-the-most-fun-cities-in-america
Would you say Austin is a "fun" city? According to a new report, we're one of the top 15 most fun in the nation. A new study from WalletHub ranked Austin at number 11 for "Most Fun Cities in America. "The study compared more than 180 U. S. cities based on 66 key metrics. They range from fitness cent...
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