Austin’s most consistent source of money to buy land for parks is a parkland dedication fee, which is paid by developers. On Thursday, the City Council is considering raising these fees.
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February 27, 2025
Central Texas top stories for February 27, 2025. The city of Austin has created a new office that will house its music, arts, culture and entertainment departments under one roof. Without consistent rain, flowers that bloom in the spring might not make a big showing this year. LTISD has a new Interim Superintendent.
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February 26, 2025
Central Texas top stories for February 26, 2025. A new text scam asks people to pay overdue toll bills. The Texas Senate Committee on Health and Human Services wants to “Make Texas Healthy Again” with a slate of bills in the Texas Legislature. San Marcos wants feedback on downtown parking options. The early spring weather […]
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February 26, 2025
As Elon Musk veers right, some Tesla drivers in Texas are saying ‘hell no’
For years, Tesla’s CEO Elon Musk was politically neutral or even leaned left. Now, he’s aligned himself with the conservative right and is also the face of the dramatic cuts being made by the Department of Government Efficiency. The Texas Newsroom’s Lauren McGaughy talked to Tesla drivers in Texas, some are feeling alienated.
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February 26, 2025
Basically everyone agrees Texas teachers need a raise. The question is how to do it.
Gov. Greg Abbott named raising teacher pay as one of seven emergency items for this legislative session. The push for higher salaries comes as most teachers in the state weigh whether staying in the profession is worth it. KUT’s Becky Fogel reports on the three different methods for giving teachers a raise
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February 26, 2025
KUT Morning Newscast for February 26, 2025: New parking fines take effect in Austin this Saturday
Central Texas top stories for February 26, 2025. Travis County has enough staff to operate a “counsel at first appearance” program every day from 2 to 11. The Austin City Council is preparing to vote on changes to short-term rental regulations this week. Starting Saturday, new parking fines and violations will take effect in Austin.
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February 25, 2025
Central Texas top stories for February 25, 2025. Travis County leaders are pitching in $1 million to Austin Community Foundation’s Housing Accelerator Loan Fund. Congressman Greg Casar launched the Tax the Greedy Billionaires Coalition today. Round Rock ISD officials are working to balance the district’s budget. Two Austin-area high schools are in the UIL Girls […]
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February 25, 2025
Central Texas top stories for February 25, 2025. After a possible measles exposure in Hays County, health leaders say it’s a good time to check your vaccination status. Round Rock ISD is working to balance its budget. UT women’s basketball team is number one on the Associated Press Top 25 poll. Legislation in the statehouse […]
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February 24, 2025
Central Texas top stories for February 24, 2025. Matt Mackowiak is stepping down as head of the Travis County Republican Party. Measles continues to spread in Texas. Big Medium is shutting down. The City of Austin is planning for the city’s next budget. Austin FC opened the 2025 season with a victory against Sporting Kansas […]
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