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Trump endorses 36 Texas Republicans ahead of November midterms, leaving others out
With the November midterm election approaching, President Trump has endorsed 36 Texas Republicans, putting his stamp on many of the state’s biggest races while...
safety
Motorcyclist killed in East Austin crash with vehicle, FM 969 closed in both directions
A motorcyclist was killed after a crash involving a vehicle in East Austin Wednesday evening, prompting the closure of FM 969 in both directions, according to a...
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False pamphlets causing backlash and confusion, Texas transgender rights group says
Pamphlets purporting to come from a transgender rights organization — mailed to families across Texas and igniting a storm of criticism from conservatives — cam...
safety
One person shot in Hutto subdivision
A person was taken to the hospital after being shot in a Hutto subdivision Tuesday, according to police.The Hutto Police Department said it happened in the Lege...
Local
How a teen diversion program is working so far in Travis County
The Travis County Transformation Project, which launched in 2023 as a pilot, has locked in county funding to continue operating.
government
Travis County leaders weigh in as early voting approaches
Early voting for the November election begins Monday, Oct. 19, and election officials across Travis County are preparing polling locations as candidates and voter advocacy groups make their final push before Election Day....
government
Travis County receives more backlogged voter records following state issue
County election officials must process about a thousand more registration documents before voters hit the polls.
schools
Can an executive principal improve student outcomes at Webb?
After receiving a fifth consecutive failing rating from the Texas Education Agency, Webb Middle School now has an executive principal, Elizabeth Hodges, on its...
Local
'Stowaway kittens' found under hood of TCSO patrol vehicle
Earlier this week, a Travis County Sheriff's Office deputy discovered two kittens under the hood of her patrol vehicle.
government
2026 midterm elections: Travis County gives behind-the-scenes look ahead of early voting
Early voting starts Oct. 19, and the Travis County Clerk is preparing for what could be a historic turnout of voters this election cycle.
