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Return of the MACC
After the pandemic closure and delayed construction, the Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center will finally reopen
Texas Forecasts Record Electricity Demand as Summer Heat Approaches
The state is headed for record electricity demand, according to ERCOT
Recapping the Last Council Meeting as Members Break for Summer
A potential bond election, Austin Energy peaker unit guidelines, and affordable housing were some of the major topics
Plan for Caps Over I-35 Survives Another Threat to Downsize
City Council sticks to plan for $104 million investment in highway beautification
Has TEA Set the Stage to Take Over Austin ISD?
The district’s application for relief from accountability has been denied
The Week’s Biggest News in Brief May 28 – June 3
Yogurt shop murders officially conclude with settlement, Senate Bill 4 goes into effect, and more of the week’s headlines
E4 Youth’s Augmented Reality Offers a Step Into Historic East Austin
The technology takes users on a virtual tour with prominent figures at historical landmarks
Making the Grade
STAAR tests are high-stakes for Texas school districts. Is it a good idea to outsource the scoring to machines?
Montserrat Garibay Wins HD 49 Runoff in Dem Primary
After a close March election, the union leader bests longtime politician Kathie Tovo
The Week’s Biggest News in Brief: May 21-27
Runoff election results come in, Ken Paxton advances to face James Talarico in November, and more of the week’s headlines
City Council Weighs Proposal for 2,600-Acre Development
Is “Dog’s Head” a financial lifeline or a rushed deal for real estate interests?
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