Zilker Park

Austin is not often associated with alligators. But gators do loom large in our local history.

The opening of the train follows a long road of setbacks. A train last ran in Zilker Park back in 2019.

Head to Zilker Park on Sunday to see hundreds of kites fill the sky. The festival runs from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Austin City Limits Radio announced on Friday that Blues on the Green would continue thanks to increased funding from H-E-B and Austin City Council's recent resolution to support the summer event.

The council passed a resolution that tasks city staff with finding ways to sustain live entertainment and art events, including the option to co-sponsor events and allow the sale of alcohol where appropriate.

The city held a celebration of life for Flo, an iconic tree on Barton Springs, on Wednesday ahead of her removal. Flo has a fatal fungal disease that will cause her to collapse and the city has decided to remove it Thursday to ensure public safety.

The traffic and crowds can be overwhelming for both attendees and non-attendees. Here's a breakdown on how to get around Austin these next two weekends.

"Flo" was diagnosed with a fatal fungal disease that will cause the tree to eventually collapse, arborists said. The city delayed removal until after public input could be given, but will now move ahead as planned on Thursday.

The Austin Parks Foundation said the Zilker Eagle will "enter the testing phase in late fall, with the train opening to the public shortly thereafter."

The plan prompted a huge outcry from some residents who said it would change the look and feel of the beloved park.