UT Austin, Rice University Among Forbes' 2025 'New Ivies'
Traditional Ivy League schools are falling out of favor due to political tension and shifting employer sentiment, with UT Austin and Rice University named among Forbes' 2025 'new Ivies.'
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The Travis County property tax increase will raise property owners’ bills by an average of $200, generating about $42.2 million in revenue.
Amy Coney Barrett to Discuss New Book at LBJ Library in Austin
U.S. Supreme Court Justice Amy Coney Barrett will discuss her new memoir at the LBJ Presidential Library in Austin on Sept. 18.
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Travis County commissioners approve 9% property tax hike
Travis County will raise property taxes 9.12% next year to fund flood recovery, adding about $200 to the average homeowner's bill.
Austin firefighters battle two-alarm apartment fire at The Domain
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Austin City Council approves new short-term rental rules
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'Exceptional drought' triggers Austin area water conservation efforts
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Who is Brandon Thompson, the alleged Zilker Park shooter?
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UT Students Mourn Charlie Kirk, Condemn Violence
More than 100 University of Texas students and community members gathered Thursday night to mourn Charlie Kirk and share what he meant to them.
'Kissing Bug' Disease Spreading in U.S.: What Texans Need to Know
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South Austin I-35 Lane Closures Cause Delays
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Southbound I-35 Closed Near FM 1327 After Crash
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Is it legal to bury a loved one on your property? What Texas law says
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UT Austin is one of America's top colleges in 2025, Forbes says
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Austin’s new logo draws criticism over design and timing
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Gov. Abbott Signs 3 New Camp Safety Laws After Deadly Texas Floods
Gov. Greg Abbott signed three new laws to enhance summer camp safety following deadly floods in Texas.
America's top colleges 2025: Forbes ranks 23 in Texas among top 500
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