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June 26, 2025

What’s the deal with Austin’s “Rain Dome”?

ATXplained

By: Matt Largey

Inconsistent rain forecasts have led to conspiracies about a rain-blocking dome that covers the city. The truth lies in an age-old fault.

June 19, 2025

What happened to Austin’s lesbian bars?

ATXplained

By: Matt Largey

Only San Francisco and Portland, Oregon have more gay people per capita than Austin. So why don’t we have any lesbian bars?

June 5, 2025

Who was Austin’s first female lifeguard?

Laurel Seymour’s grandmother, Binnie Ruth Seymour, says she was the first woman to become a city lifeguard in Austin. Audrey McGlinchy looks at the record to see if Grandma Binnie is telling the truth.

June 2, 2025

Who is the 94 year-old Texan who calls every state lawmaker?

ATXplained

By: Matt Largey

94 year-old Reta Ward has been calling all the Texas state lawmakers for decades to weigh in on everything from water policy to school vouchers. One Capitol staffer wanted to know more about her.

May 22, 2025

What’s the history of segregation at Barton Springs Pool?

ATXplained

By: Matt Largey

Austin’s crown jewel has bought people together from all walks of life to enjoy a day in the sun. But before 1962, that wasn’t the case.

May 8, 2025

Is it safe to live near an old East Austin ‘Tank Farm’?

ATXplained

By: Matt Largey

Decades ago, there were dozens of huge fuel storage tanks in East Austin — in some cases right next to homes, schools and businesses. These days, the whole thing is seen as a case of textbook environmental racism. But one East Austin resident wanted to know: what still lurks in the soil long after the tanks have mostly gone?

April 24, 2025

Why are there so many of the same kind of bars on Sixth Street?

ATXplained

By: Matt Largey

Sixth Street is known for being party central, but it’s actually one of the most historic areas of the city.

April 10, 2025

Why are there so many ‘Violet Crowns’ in Austin?

ATXplained

By: Matt Largey

Violet Crown this. Violet Crown that. What’s the deal with this name for so many Austin things?