Texas LGBTQ+ advocates oppose a gender definition bill, termed the “Women’s Bill of Rights,” fearing discrimination against transgender individuals. With the bill on Governor Abbott’s desk, tensions rise over gender identity rights, sparking a statewide and national debate.
Austin Wildlife Rescue in Texas is in urgent need of food donations for nearly 2,000 animals rescued in May. The organization is calling on the community for support to provide adequate nutrition for birds, mammals, and reptiles under its care. With detailed lists of required items available on their website, Austin Wildlife Rescue accepts both food and monetary donations. Volunteers are also encouraged to assist at the facility located at 5401 E Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Austin, TX.
The Austin City Council has approved amendments to the density bonus program, aiming to enhance affordable housing development in the city. Learn more about the changes and their impact.
Austin City Manager T.C. Broadnax removed an agenda item about expanding the city’s automated license plate reader program from a council meeting. This decision delays discussions on potential program growth, affecting the timeline for its review.
A house fire in Central East Austin resulted in two fatalities on Pecan Springs Road. The Austin Fire Department is investigating the cause of the fire as authorities work to gather more details on the incident.
Austin Energy advances to phase two of its recovery plan after a severe storm left thousands without power. Crews are working tirelessly to restore electricity, prioritizing areas with the highest outages. Residents remain patient as local officials coordinate recovery efforts and community organizations support affected populations.
Texas advocates gather in Austin for a press conference urging Governor Abbott to veto Senate Bill 3, a proposed THC ban. Over 100,000 petition signatures and letters will be delivered to the governor’s office.
Austin City Council approves a $104 million funding allocation for the construction of three downtown caps and two northern stitches to enhance urban connectivity and public spaces.
Taylor Independent School District in Austin, Texas, offers up to $10,000 in signing bonuses to qualified middle school teachers for the 2025-2026 school year, alongside a $1,000 referral bonus for current staff and various other incentives.
San Marcos city officials in Austin, Texas, alert residents of a phishing scam involving fraudsters impersonating city officials. The city urges citizens to verify identities before any financial transactions and to report any scam encounters to local law enforcement.