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Even though it’s Monday, it’s still a “No Refusal” weekend for Austin drivers.From 9 p.m. through 5 a.m., the Austin Police Department will ask suspected…
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Update (Nov. 2, 7:30 a.m.): Austin City Council members voted 5 to 2 Thursday to grant a total of 30 new taxi permits to two of the city’s cab…
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The Austin City Council convenes to a relatively small agenda today: a total of 63 items, counting the agenda addendum.If you’re getting a sense of déjà…
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Austin taxi drivers are working more but seeing a decline in income and business. And, as you might imagine, many aren’t happy about that. The Taxi…
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The City of Austin received a survey in September 2011 on the city's taxi issues. Nearly a year later, the headaches continue. At last week’s Austin City…
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Several high-profile items were put on hold at today's Austin City Council meeting.One of the items delayed was a resolution requiring additional…
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City Council Preview: Changing Banks, Patio Pilot Program, Taxi Talk, and the Apple of Council’s EyeSpring break is definitely over.The Austin City Council convenes to an 89 item-long meeting this morning. Some heavy lifting was accomplished earlier this…
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How should the city decide how many taxi permits to issue?Believe it or not, Austin actually has a formula. And it’s not terribly arcane either, like the…
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Nearly four hours into today’s Austin City Council meeting, and it’s still barely getting started.While action hasn't yet occurred on several high-profile…
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More taxicabs may be hitting Austin's streets, but not anytime soon.Last night, the City Council approved additional permits for cab companies: 30 for…