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🥫 Food Pantry TOMORROW! 🥫

People's food pantry at 1101 Camino La Costa, Austin Texas is open Wednesday, November 19th from 5–7 PM. 🌟

The pantry is for everyone — patients and community members alike. No ID required, just come on by. 💙

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November 19, 2025 at 12:30 AM
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Ebenezer Baptist Church proudly celebrates 150 years of faith and community leadership, leaving a legacy that resonates through generations in East Austin.

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Ebenezer Baptist Church celebrates 150 years of community leadership in Austin
Ebenezer Baptist Church honors 150 years of service and spiritual guidance in East Austin.
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February 14, 2025 at 12:21 PM
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Austin City Council takes bold steps to enhance public safety, tackle affordable housing, and promote environmental sustainability—what's next for the community?

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Global community mourns ongoing Palestinian suffering amid Gaza ceasefire uncertainty
Activists condemn continued violence against Palestinians in Gaza and West Bank despite ceasefire hopes.
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February 14, 2025 at 12:09 PM
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Austin is set to redefine its approach to artificial intelligence regulation with new legislation that could impact essential services for residents—are we ready for the changes ahead?

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Austin lawmakers review House Bill 1709 on AI regulation and consumer protection
Legislators discuss new regulations for high-risk AI systems affecting consumer services in Texas.
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February 13, 2025 at 5:28 AM
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Austin is gearing up for a groundbreaking citywide place-types map, marking a pivotal step in the Imagine Austin comprehensive plan!

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Staff outline Imagine Austin comprehensive-plan update and new place-types mapping
Planning staff briefed commissioners on an update to the Imagine Austin comprehensive plan, describing a citywide place-types map, a 45-member community working group and a refocused consultant scope driven by budget changes; staff emphasized iterative community engagement and alignment with implementation programs.
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March 26, 2026 at 4:17 AM
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Austin is on the brink of a water and energy crisis as gigawatt-scale data centers threaten local communities and could lead to skyrocketing utility costs.

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Presenter warns Austin could face water, power and community impacts from gigawatt-scale data centers
Bobby Levinsky of Sabre Springs Alliance told the Joint Sustainability Committee that the rapid growth of large data centers in Texas risks higher utility costs, increased water demand, air-quality impacts and loss of farmland; he urged stronger local/state rules and better planning in Austin.
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July 23, 2026 at 1:21 PM
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Austin's community project funding requests have surged to $79 million, thanks to a last-minute push from a congressman—what projects are on the list?

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City adds projects to federal request list, raising Austin submissions to $79 million
Grants staff said the city’s list of community project funding requests increased from $78 million to $79 million after a congressman requested an additional submission; staff noted that duplicate submissions to multiple offices may be carried forward by different members of Congress.
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April 5, 2026 at 9:13 AM
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Austin's new citywide lighting plan promises to enhance safety and equity while reducing skyglow, making our streets and trails safer for everyone.

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Austin committee hears citywide lighting plan aimed at safety, equity and less skyglow
Transportation staff outlined a citywide lighting plan funded in part by a federal Safe Streets grant that will inventory tens of thousands of lighting assets, produce design guidelines and a prioritization framework, and deliver draft recommendations this fall and a final plan in late 2026.
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April 5, 2026 at 9:10 AM
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Austin's anti-displacement program is on hold, but new proposals could speed up land acquisition for nonprofits fighting housing instability—find out what changes are on the horizon!

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Austin housing staff outlines fixes to paused ADCAP program, delays CIS solicitations
Austin Housing officials told the Community Development Commission the ADCAP anti-displacement acquisition program was paused for revisions after limited uptake; staff outlined proposals to speed land acquisition for small nonprofits and said CIS solicitations were canceled for evaluation with new funding expected in FY27.
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March 11, 2026 at 6:29 AM
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Residents in Southwest Austin are raising serious concerns about how proposed school boundary changes could fracture neighborhoods, disrupt feeder patterns, and compromise child safety during commutes.

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Residents across Austin raise safety, commute and community-cohesion concerns over proposed boundary changes
Dozens of public commenters and district planners described specific neighborhood impacts from the draft boundaries, including split neighborhoods, longer commutes and “feathering” effects that cause ripple changes across adjacent attendance zones.
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October 23, 2025 at 11:37 PM
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As eVTOL air taxis prepare to take flight, city officials warn that proactive planning is crucial to avoid repeating the inequities of past transportation developments.

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City official urges early local planning for eVTOL air taxis, warns against repeating freeway‑era harms
Assistant City Manager Mike Rogers briefed the Mobility Committee on Oct. 16 about electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft (eVTOLs), urging early local land‑use planning, safety standards, grid and charging preparedness, and community engagement to avoid the equity harms that accompanied past highway construction.
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October 17, 2025 at 10:34 PM
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Community advocate Zenobia Joseph warns that Project Connect's routing and income targets could further alienate low-income residents in Northeast Austin, risking their access to essential services and opportunities.

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Public commenter says Project Connect routing and AMI levels exclude low-income riders; urges CDC to press for transit access and anti-displacement measures
Community member Zenobia Joseph told the commission that Project Connect plans and recent affordable-housing siting use area median income (AMI) levels that exclude low-income residents and that transit routing and amenities leave Northeast Austin disconnected. She asked the commission to press for substantial amendments and cross-agency approaches
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October 16, 2025 at 5:17 AM
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Austin's $4 billion bond election is set to reshape the city, but will it prioritize equity and community needs?

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City Committee Discusses Project Prioritization for $4B Bond Package
Committee members debate criteria for evaluating a $4 billion project list for equity and impact.
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September 23, 2025 at 6:24 PM
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Austin residents, get ready to share your voice as the Bond Election Advisory Task Force holds community meetings this November to shape the future of your city!

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BTIP Plans November Community Meetings for Bond Process Feedback in Austin
BTIP schedules two in-person and one virtual meeting for community input on bond priorities.
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September 23, 2025 at 8:54 AM
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Austin's Bond Election Advisory Task Force is prioritizing evening meetings to ensure every working resident can join the conversation and shape the future of their community.

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Austin Community Engagement Group Plans Evening Meetings for Local Outreach
Community members propose scheduling post-work meetings to engage residents across different areas.
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September 23, 2025 at 8:45 AM
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Austin's 2026 Bond Program is set to reshape the city's future with a focus on community input and a streamlined $700 million proposal from an initial $3.9 billion needs assessment.

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Austin's 2026 Bond Program Focuses on Community Engagement and Accurate Project Planning
Eric Bailey outlines Austin's 2026 bond program emphasizing community input and project vetting.
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September 9, 2025 at 1:08 PM
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The graduation of the 154th Austin Police Academy marks a pivotal moment for both new officers and the community, highlighting a renewed commitment to safety and partnership.

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Austin Police Chief Commends Graduating Cadets on Commitment to Community Safety
Police chief reflects on cadet experiences and commitment to safe Austin community.
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August 31, 2025 at 10:56 AM
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Austin's Bond Election Task Force is crafting a rigorous scoring rubric to ensure your community projects get the funding they deserve!

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City Leaders Outline Scoring Rubric For $700M Project Prioritization Process
City team develops criteria to assess projects before October deadline for community input.
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August 26, 2025 at 2:45 PM
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Austin leaders are reimagining closed schools as vital community resilience hubs to tackle food insecurity and enhance local services.

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Austin ISD and Community Leaders Explore Repurposing Schools for Community Resilience Hubs
Austin residents propose transforming closed schools into multifunctional resilience hubs for community needs.
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August 26, 2025 at 2:44 PM
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The Austin Community Police Review Commission is demanding greater transparency in police investigations, raising alarms over the rapid case closures by the police chief that threaten public trust.

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Commission Raises Concerns Over Police Chief's Internal Investigation Protocols
Commission members seek transparency in police investigation processes to restore public trust.
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August 16, 2025 at 8:29 AM
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House Bill 15 is sparking heated debates in Austin as community members voice concerns over restricted access to police misconduct records, especially in light of the Uvalde tragedy.

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Texas House Bill 15 Seeks To Restrict Public Access To Police Misconduct Records
Legislators discuss Texas House Bill 15 to limit police misconduct record visibility.
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August 16, 2025 at 6:20 AM
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Residents are raising alarm bells over a controversial rezoning plan on Red River Street, with concerns about traffic chaos and environmental impact taking center stage.

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Barbara Epstein opposes Red River Street rezoning citing traffic and environmental concerns
Barbara Epstein highlights traffic issues and environmental impacts opposing Red River Street rezoning.
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August 13, 2025 at 10:23 AM
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Austin's Community Police Review Commission is calling for urgent action beyond talk, aiming to transform discussions into real reform for community policing.

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Participants Urge Action Beyond Discussion in Legislative Meeting
Attendees emphasize the need to transition from dialogue to tangible actions.
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July 20, 2025 at 7:05 PM
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The Austin Community Police Review Commission is at a crossroads, debating the future of a controversial law enforcement program that has sparked community concerns and demands for transparency.

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Panel Discusses Future of Paused Law Enforcement Program and Community Concerns
Discussion examines future use and concerns of paused law enforcement program since June 30.
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July 20, 2025 at 7:02 PM
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The Austin Community Police Review Commission is taking bold steps to bridge the gap between police and community, ensuring every voice is heard in the pursuit of transparency and accountability.

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Austin Commission Discusses Oversight of Police Complaints and Body Cam Footage Release
Commission reviews police oversight procedures, focusing on citizen complaints and body camera access.
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July 20, 2025 at 6:33 PM