Proposition B Attempts to Criminalize Homelessness – Again
byAustin goes to the polls this Saturday to vote on a series of municipal issues. We’ve done our research and are offering you our…
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Local Organizations Band Together to Help Residents in Underserved Communities Devastated by Winter Storm
byCountless residents are currently without electricity and water, but for those who are challenged with preexisting racial and socioeconomic barriers, the impact of recent…
Disaster Relief Resources from the City of Austin’s Economic Development Department
byThe City of Austin Economic Development Department supports entrepreneurs during the pandemic by providing information, tools, and resources virtually. Visit www.ATXRecovers.com, a one-stop resource to help…
APD Chief Brian Manley: You Ain’t Gotta Go Home…
byChief Manley, who spent 30 years with the department, successfully rose through the ranks from a department rookie to its top leader, announced today…
Best in the Citi: Terry P. Mitchell
bySerial entrepreneur Terry Pierre Mitchell has made her mark on Austin’s social and business scenes. Now, she’s working to build a better city to raise her daughter.
Best in the Citi: Edward Madongorere
byEdward Madongorere is hoping to push inclusion through content creation — and make the world a better place for Black kids with autism along the way.
Best in the Citi: Mikaila Ulmer
byShe built a multi-million dollar lemonade brand before her 12th birthday. But Mikaila Ulmer is still grappling with the same things other 16-year-olds face.
Best in the Citi: Preston James
byJames knows communities can move beyond diversity to be truly inclusive. So he’s working to increase the number of Black and Brown entrepreneurs to make Austin a more inclusive space.
Best in the Citi: Terri Broussard Williams
byWilliams is a ‘firestarter,’ a social impact strategist, and a high-powered lobbyist. And now she’s helping others learn to turn moments into movements.
Best in the Citi: Chas Moore
byChas Moore knows first-hand the long tail of injustice. Now he’s working to fight for change across the city of Austin.
Best in the Citi: Gregory Gibson, Jr
byGregory Gibson Jr.’s alma mater sparked his love for Minority Serving Institutions. His desire to find new and creative ways to serve Black people led him to HBCUs.
Central Texas Honors the King of Peace
byThe Austin Area Heritage Council, which organizes the main MLK Day celebrations in the city, will be holding the Austin Area MLK Day Livestream and…