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City of Austin's Art in Public Places Program Honored with IAP2 USA Project of the Year Award for "Absolute Equality: Unity Tunnel"

The Austin Arts, Culture, Music and Entertainment’s (ACME) Art in Public Places program has been awarded the 2026 IAP2 USA Core Values Award: Project of the Year for Creativity and Innovation for the public artwork Absolute Equality: Unity Tunnel.

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Formula 1 Puts Austin on the World Stage While Driving Local Economic Opportunity

Following another Formula 1 United States Grand Prix weekend at Circuit of The Americas, Austin Economic Development is highlighting the broader impact a world-class international event can have across the local economy, from hotels and restaurants.

43rd Annual Viva La Vida Festival and Parade Happening Oct. 24

The City of Austin and the Mexic-Arte Museum will celebrate the 43rd annual Viva La Vida Festival and Parade on Saturday, Oct. 24 for Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) with a parade and festival.

An aerial view of the Zilker holiday tree in 2019 at night
Austin Energy crews complete 60th Annual Zilker Holiday Tree installation

Austin Energy crews strung the iconic 155-foot-tall Zilker Holiday Tree in preparation for its 60th holiday season.

Homicide Investigation at 710 W. Cesar Chavez Street

Homicide Investigation at 710 W. Cesar Chavez Street

Mayor of Austin, Texas and Tampere, Finland sitting at a desk with Memorandum of Understanding document
Tampere and Austin Deepen Collaboration, Formalize Agreement to Drive Growth, Technology and Innovation

The agreement between the two cities creates new opportunities for international business growth, investment, research collaboration and talent development.

Traffic Fatality in the 7800 block of FM 969

Traffic Fatality in the 7800 block of FM 969
Case: 26-2941178
Time: 6:19 p.m.
Date: Wednesday, October 21, 2026
Location: 7800 block of FM 969
Deceased: Unidentified male

Council Greenlights Incentives to Sustain Legacy Austin Businesses

City-backed investment to support cultural preservation, childcare, and creative space

Map shows the location of the five affordable housing developments that received funding. Locations are depicted by house icons and the development name.
Over $21 Million Approved for 5 New Affordable Housing Developments 

Affordable housing investments by the AHFC help increase housing opportunities for Austinites.