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In late January, Capital Metro took the first step toward moving to a completely low-emissions fleet, with the launch of its first two electric buses. Eventually, the agency aims to replace its entire fleet (that’s 423 buses!) with electric vehicles. ...

The holiday season typically sees an uptick in volunteering and giving, but there are plenty of ways to stay involved all year. One great local organization that relies on year-round support is Art from the Streets, a free and open ...

The next time you’re near the downtown public library, be sure to check out Kempelen’s Owls, an interactive sculpture inspired by the 18th-century robotics of Wolfgang Von Kempelen. Designed by New American Public Art from 3D scans from UT’s Texas ...

Ever wondered which Austin neighborhood has the distinction of being one of the most densely populated neighborhoods in not only the city—but the whole state—of Texas?  If you’ve driven or walked around the area just west of the Drag lately, ...

If you’re a KUT 90.5 listener, you’ve probably heard of ATXplained. This crowdsourced reporting project takes a closer look at some of the people, places and culture that make Austin unique. Austinites are encouraged to submit questions that, if selected, ...

On January 22, Austin will celebrate the third “Hi, How Are You” Day, which promotes mental well-being and address issues related to mental health in the community by sparking conversations with people in need of help and support. The non-profit ...