Uber and Lyft, which have been legally operating in Austin for about a year, may soon be subject to new regulations. The City of Austin is considering a move to require drivers with ride-hailing services like Uber and Lyft to undergo fingerprint-based criminal background checks. The effort...
After Austinites raised big concerns earlier this year over a proposal to expand MoPac South by building a double-decker bridge over Lady Bird Lake, the Central Texas Regional Mobility Authority (CTRMA) is back with some new options. The alternatives however, might not be all that better. The new options are available for...
What will Austin's future look like? The city's effort to rewrite its land development code, dubbed CodeNEXT, could end up dramatically reshaping Austin. And, the city wants your help doing it.From November 16th to November 21st, the city is hosting the CodeNEXT Sound Check at the Linc Shopping Center. During...
Mark your calendar for Austin's Global Climate March on Sunday, November 29th at 1pm at the Texas State Capitol building. The march is being held the day before the UN Climate Summit begins in Paris. Austin's march is being held in solidarity with many others that will be held on November 29th to encourage world...
Sponsored Post - from Revolve Solar In its annual “Fast 50” publication, Austin Business Journal identifies the fastest-growing companies in Central Texas. On the evening of October 22nd, the final rankings for the prestigious shortlist were announced, and Revolve was named the second fastest-growing company with a compound...
Sponsored Post - from Revolve Solar If you're considering going solar any time soon, you're going to want to pay extra special attention to the 30% federal Investment Tax Credit (ITC) and its uncertain future. As it stands, this is one of the most substantial solar incentives...
After a brief reprieve, much of Texas is back in a drought. The U.S. Drought Monitor reports that 60 percent of the state is experiencing some level of dry or drought-like conditions. Southern Travis County has been categorized as being abnormally dry (less than normal rainfall), while the rest of the county...
Looking for the best way to get to the Austin City Limits Music Festival this weekend? RideScout has got you covered. They put together a great list of options, including: Car2go - the car-sharing service will have a free drop zone at Bicycle Sport Shop on Lamar Boulevard from 9am to 9pm each day of the festival. Capital Metro -...
Interested in learning more about where your food comes from? The documentary "Cowspiracy"gives viewers a deep dive into the meat industry, linking it to deforestation, increased water consumption, and climate change. An AEN reader recently saw the film and was so inspired that she is hosting a...
Now that October has arrived, it's time for the fall celebrations to officially begin! Johnson's Backyard Garden is kicking things off in a big way with its annual Fall Potluck and 5k Harvest Hustle on October 24th. Tickets are now available for this fun event, which includes a 5k race, community meal,...