UPDATED: Travis County Allows First Texas Gay Marriage

Travis County clerk issues marriage license to gay couple this morning

"...the Texas Supreme Court to halt gay marriages in Travis County after this morning’s historic order that allowed a..."

Feb. 19, 2015 News Post by Mary Tuma

Travis County Catches a Judicial Break

Feds transfer vacant courthouse to county for probate court

"...just happened to match the pressing needs of the Travis County justice system. This morning, the transfer was completed...."

Dec. 29, 2016 News Post by Michael King

Travis County’s Criminal Court Judges Skeptical of APD’s New Plan for Bail Hearings

Judges sent a letter to the city with their concerns

"...When Travis County’s criminal court judges caught wind of an experimental..."

Dec. 19, 2023 News Post by Austin Sanders

Travis County Jail Population Continues to Drop

COVID-19 accelerates the trend, despite Abbott’s pushback

"...Last month, Travis County criminal justice officials felt fairly successful in their..."

April 7, 2020 News Post by Michael King

Travis County D.A. Kicks Off Reelection Bid

Margaret Moore says Travis County can be both “safe and progressive”

"...telling an enthusiastic crowd thick with courthouse regulars that Travis County can be both "safe and progressive," and that..."

May 31, 2019 News Feature by Michael King

Travis County Republican Chairman Morrow to Protest Trump

Morrow plans to carry "Trump is a child rapist" sign

"...Travis County Republican Chairman Robert Morrow plans to protest Donald..."

Aug. 22, 2016 News Post by Mary Tuma

A New Jail for Travis County?

County moves forward with new women's building despite vote to delay and community outcry

"...Johnson knows what it's like to be booked into Travis County Jail and to feel the world spinning as..."

Sept. 7, 2018 News Feature by Lindsay Stafford Mader

Travis County Primary Candidates Jockey to Champion Criminal Justice Change

A closer look at the heated District Attorney, County Attorney, and County Court at Law races

"...Ask Travis County Democratic primary candidates and voters what they mean..."

Feb. 7, 2020 News Feature by Michael King

New Courthouse for Travis County?

Commissioners to discuss possible downtown land purchase

"...Travis County Commissioners will reportedly discuss in executive session tomorrow..."

Dec. 13, 2010 News Post by Jordan Smith

From Austin to Travis County -- With $$$$$$

Travis County's upcoming bond election asks mostly urban voters to fund suburban sprawl.

"...importantly, the Prop. 2 preservation land acquisition). This year's county bond election could turn out to be a milder,..."

Oct. 19, 2001 News Feature by Amy Smith

Head of Travis County Juvenile Justice System to Step Down

Retirement follows diversity concerns

"...months of concern about equity and transparency in the county’s juvenile justice system, the boss of the system is..."

Oct. 3, 2023 News Post by Brant Bingamon

Travis County Clerk Lays Out Her July Election Plan

Despite threats by AG Ken Paxton, Dana DeBeauvoir expects a "hybrid" July election

"...look a lot like the election in Wisconsin," said Travis County Clerk Dana DeBeauvoir – "the great state of..."

May 8, 2020 News Feature by Michael King

How Much Reform Is Enough in the Travis County District Attorney Race?

Incumbent D.A. Margaret Moore faces challengers from the left

"...In a normal political year, incumbent Travis County District Attorney Margaret Moore would be able to..."

Aug. 23, 2019 News Feature by Michael King

Possession of Small Amounts of Marijuana Effectively Decriminalized in Travis County

Texas decriminalizes “hemp,” chaos ensues

"...small amounts of marijuana has been effectively decriminalized in Travis County and throughout much of Texas ... by accident...."

July 12, 2019 News Feature by Kevin Curtin

A New Era for the Travis County Democratic Party

After years of infighting and a tumultuous election in March, the TCDP must now proceed as one

"...called to concede the race for chairperson of the Travis County Democratic Party...."

June 15, 2018 News Feature by Nina Hernandez

A Dem Sweep in Travis County Commissioners Court?

Four vie for a shot at Commissioners Court's last red seat

"...chance to flip the lone GOP-held seat on the Travis County Commissioners Court, as Precinct 3 incumbent Gerald Daugherty..."

Feb. 21, 2020 News Feature by Austin Sanders

Travis County Catches a Judicial Break

Feds transfer vacant courthouse to county for probate court

"...just happened to match the pressing needs of the Travis County justice system. Last Thursday, Dec. 29, the transfer..."

Jan. 6, 2017 News Feature by Michael King

March 2024 Primary Election Endorsements for Travis County Residents

Our choices for local, state, and national races

"...presides over the 180th Criminal District Court in Harris County. Jones did not respond to our attempts to reach..."

Feb. 16, 2024 News Feature by The Chronicle Editorial Board

Travis County Judicial System Prepares for Enforcement (or Not) of SB 4

Judges are urged not to deport people

"...Adeola Ogunkeyede, Travis County’s chief public defender, is asking the county’s judges..."

March 29, 2024 News Feature by Brant Bingamon

Your Choices on the Travis County Judicial Ballot

Breaking down the local races for district courts

"...a focus on construction-­related cases. The first woman in Travis County certified in construction law, she's currently the chair..."

Feb. 14, 2020 News Post by Brant Bingamon

Travis County Races

A big day for the Democrats locally, as usual

"...As expected, Democrats dominated Travis County elections Tuesday. In contested races, Margaret Moore bested..."

Nov. 11, 2016 News Feature by Chase Hoffberger

Answers to Your Questions About Voting by Mail in Travis County

"...also be sent by mail and received in the county clerk's office within four business days of your electronic..."

Oct. 9, 2020 News Feature

Travis County Sues Opioid Industry

Manufacturers, distributors, marketers named in this week's suit

"...Travis County vs. Opioid Industry..."

Feb. 9, 2018 News Feature by Nina Hernandez

ICE Continues Its Raids in Travis County

“Callous disregard for the climate of fear” in immigrant communities

"...beset on March 3 when ICE reportedly targeted the Travis County courthouse, a new and chilling strategy for the..."

March 17, 2017 News Feature by Mary Tuma

Travis County to Comply With All ICE Detainers After 5th Circuit Ruling

Panel nixes lower court block on immigrant detention rule

"...As a result, the Travis County Sheriff’s Office – which gained national attention for..."

Sept. 26, 2017 News Post by Mary Tuma

10 Cases of COVID-19 Now Reported in Travis County, and the Rest of the Day's Developments

We round up the latest closures, take-out options, and more

"...justice and advocacy organizations are calling on city and county leaders to step up and help those most marginalized..."

March 16, 2020 News Post by the News Staff

Travis County's Specialty Courts

March 26, 2010 News Feature

Travis County Early Voting Numbers Out

"...WATSON, DUKES, HOWARD, NAISHTAT, RODRIGUEZ, STRAMA WINNING EASILY DISTRICT COURTS: BAIRD AND NARANJO WELL UP ON REPUBLICANS COUNTY: DEMS..."

Nov. 7, 2006 News Post by Lee Nichols

Judge in One of the County’s Busiest Courts to Be Appointed This Month

Nick Chu will move to the county’s new probate court

"...In Travis County, the Justice of the Peace for Precinct 5..."

Sept. 6, 2023 News Post by Maggie Quinlan

Advocates Call on City, County to Protect Most Vulnerable During COVID-19 Outbreak

Education, health, housing, justice addressed by list of demands

"...justice and advocacy organizations are calling on city and county leaders to step up and help those most marginalized..."

March 16, 2020 News Post by Mary Tuma

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