VIDEO: Travis County Violating Rights by Barring Attorneys From Bail Hearings, ACLU Claims

Virtual hearings at times conducted through slots in jail cell doors

"...to go home, I know you are too,” a Travis County judge said to a jailer just after 5am..."

April 19, 2024 News Feature by Maggie Q. Thompson

Voting Info for the Travis Central Appraisal District Election

Early Voting: April 22 - 30; Election Day: Saturday, May 4

"...Travis County voters may vote at any “vote center” (where..."

April 19, 2024 News Feature

Endorsements for the May 4 Travis Central Appraisal District Election

It's the first time we're voting for these positions

"...critical role in the state’s property tax system. In Travis County, Democrats fear this low-information election could allow Republicans..."

April 19, 2024 News Feature by The Chronicle Editorial Board

Outside Law Firm Investigating APD Second-in-Command Over Texts

D.A. believes messages were attempt to gather dirt on his office

"...into why a top police official texted a former Travis County District Attorney’s Office employee in what may have..."

April 19, 2024 News Feature by Austin Sanders

In the Worst Moments of Austinites’ Lives, APD Victim Services Shows Up

Inside one of APD’s most-celebrated divisions

"...has often applied for the same grants that the Travis County District Attorney’s Office is applying for to fund..."

April 19, 2024 News Feature by Austin Sanders

Geto Gala, Two Step Inn, and a 420 Smokeout Headline Our Crucial Concerts

From country to hip-hop to sludge metal, get some ideas for your week in live music

"...aforementioned SoCo spots and day sets at central hub Travis County Expo Center. Performers include Austin-based siblings the Peterson..."

April 19, 2024 Music Feature by Rachel Rascoe

County Rushes to Get Mental Health Diversion Center and Lawyers at Bail Hearings

Commissioners say both are top priorities

"...After a years-long ideation process, plans are finally firming..."

April 16, 2024 News Post by Lina Fisher

ACLU Sues Demanding Attorneys Be Present at Initial Bail Hearings

Travis County blocks defenders; ACLU says that's unconstitutional

"...If you’re arrested in Travis County, you’ll soon find yourself before a judge. In..."

April 11, 2024 News Post by Maggie Q. Thompson

Will Austin ISD Push Out a Highly Regarded Partner?

The district is proposing to give away family service centers

"...However, district observers, including City Council members and county commissioners, have questions. Those we spoke with were quick..."

April 12, 2024 News Feature by Brant Bingamon

Kirk Watson Wants Four More Years

Mayor makes it official, announces 2024 re-election campaign

"...Care, the largest provider of mental health care in Travis County and a key partner in addressing homelessness throughout..."

April 10, 2024 News Post by Austin Sanders

First-Ever Appraisal District Election Is Small Battle in GOP-Dem War Over Taxation in Texas

Elected Dem- or GOP-backed candidates would have outsized power over district

"...role in the state’s property tax system. Some in Travis County fear the May 4 election could allow Republicans..."

April 5, 2024 News Feature by Austin Sanders

Project Connect’s Paxton Problem

As new cost estimate and timeline are revealed, the project faces potential delays from the A.G. and a lawsuit

"...A group of prominent plaintiffs – including Travis County Commissioner Margaret Gómez, former state Sen. Gonzalo Barrientos,..."

April 5, 2024 News Feature by Lina Fisher

Travis County Aims to Allow Defenders at Bail Hearings

The defunct program has faced a two-year uphill battle

"...Nearly two years after Travis County officials suspended a program that offered legal representation..."

March 29, 2024 News Feature by Austin Sanders

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

Black and Latino Neighborhoods Face Worse Air Pollution, Study Finds

Highways, plants in East Austin fuel health inequality

"...Austin and Travis County will have to come up with a plan..."

March 22, 2024 News Post by Lina Fisher

Headlines / Quote of the Week

"...able to contain the Smokehouse Creek fire in Hutchinson County last week after nearly three weeks. The wildfire is..."

March 22, 2024 News Feature

Not Enough Austin ISD Seniors Are Ready for College, Per Recent Test Scores

Credentials post-high school are crucial to make a living

"...wage within six years of leaving high school. In Travis County, a graduate with no kids needs to make..."

March 22, 2024 News Feature by Brant Bingamon

SXSW Film Review: An Army of Women

Rousing doc about survivors is a potent call to action

"...In 2018, when the City of Austin, Travis County, and Austin Police Department were sued in federal..."

March 13, 2024 Screens Post by Alejandra Martinez

Headlines / Quote of the Week

"...provide extra funding for Austin Water to expand the county’s reclaimed water system. The increased fee is expected to..."

March 15, 2024 News Feature

The Austin Chronic: Notorious Lawyer Adam Reposa Gets Raided For Running an Illegal Dispensary

“I want to go to prison,” he claims, but no charges have been filed

"...officers merely assisted in the operation. According to a Travis County Sheriff’s Office public information officer, the search was..."

March 15, 2024 Column by Kevin Curtin

SXSW Film Review: The Truth vs. Alex Jones

Doc follows families taking on conspiracy theorist

"...Neverland director filmed most of the documentary in the Travis County Courthouse, chronicling Jones’ absurdities. In both cases, the..."

March 12, 2024 Screens Post by Madeline Duncan

Incarceration Alternatives

"...the Council on At-Risk Youth (CARY), and as a Travis County taxpayer, I must question Brant Bingamon's Jan. 26..."

March 11, 2024 Postmarks

Here’s How Art Acevedo’s Hiring and Ultimate Refusal Played Out

Timeline: how city hall insiders communicated with Acevedo

"...he had a “great call with Margaret.” That’s former Travis County District Attorney Margaret Moore, Mills told the Chronicle...."

March 8, 2024 News Post by Austin Sanders

Travis County Election Results by the Numbers

Get the data for your local primary races

March 8, 2024 News Feature

Tanisa Jeffers Wins Big in JP5 Contest

She will lead county’s main evictions court

"...opponents, Rick Olivo, the current judge of JP5, and Travis County prosecutor Ornela DeSeta. Jeffers wound up taking 61%..."

March 8, 2024 News Feature by Brant Bingamon

Despite Being Vastly Outspent by Challenger, José Garza’s Progressive Message Still Has Austin’s Support

After winning primary in a landslide, Garza is certain to win reelection

"...Travis County’s incumbent District Attorney José Garza prevailed over his..."

March 8, 2024 News Feature by Austin Sanders

An Army of Women Tells the Story of a Criminal Justice Crusade in Austin

Julie Lunde Lillesæter shines a light on the women who made Austin a better place for rape survivors

"...in total, by 15 rape survivors against the city, county, and local criminal justice system...."

March 8, 2024 Screens Feature by Sarah Marloff

SXSW Explores the Progressive Power of Ballot Measures

Organizers from different states discuss letting the voters decide on issues like abortion

"...harder to vote. Just a few months ago, the Travis County Republican Party delayed signing the contract for a..."

March 8, 2024 News Feature by Lina Fisher

Sherine Thomas Unseats Incumbent in Family-Focused 353rd Court, Takes On Backlog

She aims to have streamlined court processes in the first six months

"...thinks it was both her decades of experience in Travis County’s legal community and her perspective on the justice..."

March 8, 2024 News Feature by Maggie Q. Thompson

José Garza Wins Democratic Primary in Contentious District Attorney Race

Garza got two thirds of the vote

"...The Democratic primary election for Travis County district attorney has been contentious, but incumbent José..."

March 6, 2024 News Post by Maggie Q. Thompson

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