Welcome to our News Archives, where you can find every single story we’ve ever written… grouped by topic, for your convenience. We’ve been publishing stories since 2009, so there are literally hundreds of articles for you to read and an infinite amount of knowledge to absorb!
Our archives are perfect for students working on research projects or anyone who’s newly passionate about a topic (or just moved to town) and wants to familiarize themself with the local scene. We hope you enjoy reading them as much as we loved writing them!
Transportation
Traffic. It's an Austinite's favorite thing to complain about. That's why we write transportation stories exploring the many solutions to Austin's transportation woes - from bikes to buses.
Equity
As the city's Equity Office says, "Austin has a long history of systemic racism and racial inequity that continues today." That's why we apply an equity lens to everyday reporting, writing stories that investigate the intersection of equity and the outdoors, climate change, and even the food that we eat.
Climate Change
Climate change is such a big, global, and kinda scary topic. That's why we write climate stories with a local lens and a focus on what you can do to actually make a difference.
Housing + Land Use
Sounds boring, but it's actually one of the most important things local government is in charge of. That's why we write stories breaking down the jargon and explaining how these policies affect everything from affordability to equity (not to mention how much you're paying for rent!).
Civics + Politics
Local government is important. It's the branch of government that affects your life the most, and yet, many of us can barely remember the name of our mayor or City Council member. That's why we break it all down with our Civics 101 stories. No PhD in poli sci needed!
Food
Yes, Austin has developed quite the reputation as a "foodie" city, but what we eat is about more than just the best avocado toast recipes. That's why we write stories about the impact of our local food system on the environment, culture, and equity.
Local Economy
At The Austin Common we <3 our local businesses! That's why we write stories about companies that are going above and beyond - doing good for their employees, customers, community, and the planet.
Energy
Do you know where the electricity in your house comes from? Coal? Solar? Nuclear? The answer impacts everything from climate change to environmental justice. That's why we write stories about the local effort to make Austin's energy supply more sustainable.
Recycling + Zero Waste
We've all seen the pictures of growing landfills and trash-filled oceans... But how do we go from a society that throws away 4.5 lbs a day to one that throws away nothing? That's what we explore in our recycling + zero waste stories.
Water
Water, water everywhere... and not a drop to spare. It's a saying for a reason, especially in Texas! That's why we write stories about floods, droughts, water quality, and water quantity.
Parks + Outdoors
Who doesn't love to play outside? But in a city that's growing as quickly as Austin, available greenspace is harder and harder to find. That's why we write stories about land conservation efforts... along with some fun tips for exploring all the natural resources Austin has to offer.
Wildlife
The Barton Springs salamander. The gold-cheeked warbler. Austin is home to lots of unique and endangered species. That's why we write stories about efforts to protect them (and the best ways to spot them in the wild).
Transportation
Traffic. It's an Austinite's favorite thing to complain about. That's why we write transportation stories exploring the many solutions to Austin's transportation woes - from bikes to buses.
Climate Change
Climate change is such a big, global, and kinda scary topic. That's why we write climate stories with a local lens and a focus on what you can do to actually make a difference.
Equity
As the city's Equity Office says, "Austin has a long history of systemic racism and racial inequity that continues today." That's why we apply an equity lens to everyday reporting, writing stories that investigate the intersection of equity and the outdoors, climate change, and even the food that we eat.
Housing + Land Use
Sounds boring, but it's actually one of the most important things local government is in charge of. That's why we write stories breaking down the jargon and explaining how these policies affect everything from affordability to equity (not to mention how much you're paying for rent!).
Civics + Politics
Local government is important. It's the branch of government that affects your life the most, and yet, many of us can barely remember the name of our mayor or City Council member. That's why we break it all down with our Civics 101 stories. No PhD in poli sci needed!
Food
Yes, Austin has developed quite the reputation as a "foodie" city, but what we eat is about more than just the best avocado toast recipes. That's why we write stories about the impact of our local food system on the environment, culture, and equity.
Local Economy
At The Austin Common we <3 our local businesses! That's why we write stories about companies that are going above and beyond - doing good for their employees, customers, community, and the planet.
Energy
Do you know where the electricity in your house comes from? Coal? Solar? Nuclear? The answer impacts everything from climate change to environmental justice. That's why we write stories about the local effort to make Austin's energy supply more sustainable.
Recycling + Zero Waste
We've all seen the pictures of growing landfills and trash-filled oceans... But how do we go from a society that throws away 4.5 lbs a day to one that throws away nothing? That's what we explore in our recycling + zero waste stories.
Water
Water, water everywhere... and not a drop to spare. It's a saying for a reason, especially in Texas! That's why we write stories about floods, droughts, water quality, and water quantity.
Parks + Outdoors
Who doesn't love to play outside? But in a city that's growing as quickly as Austin, available greenspace is harder and harder to find. That's why we write stories about land conservation efforts... along with some fun tips for exploring all the natural resources Austin has to offer.
Wildlife
The Barton Springs salamander. The gold-cheeked warbler. Austin is home to lots of unique and endangered species. That's why we write stories about efforts to protect them (and the best ways to spot them in the wild).