We have a budget!
Monday, Governor Abbott signed the state budget for the next biennium (2018-2019). But not without making some tweaks first, vetoing $120 million of the $217 billion budget. To read more…
New Leadership for San Antonio and El Paso.
San Antonio and El Paso have elected new mayors. Former state representative, Dee Margo, defeated businessman David Saucedo to replace outgoing El Paso Mayor Oscar Leeser. San Antonio city councilman Ron Nirenberg defeated incumbent Mayor Ivy Taylor. To read more…
Put your summer trip to see the Battleship Texas on hold for now…
The 105-year-old Battleship Texas is closed until further notice after the discovery of a leak by the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department. An estimated $18 million is necessary for necessary repairs to deteriorating supports near the Texas’ engines. The San Jacinto Monument, however, is still ready for a summer tour. To read more…
Only in Austin…
Forever Bicycles, an outdoor art installation by Chinese artist Ai Weiwei, is now open at the Waller Delta located at 74 Trinity. Over 1200 bicycles make up this impressive work of art. To read more…