Consolidate the Prosecutors

District attorney, county attorney propose path for prosecutorial revamp

"...District Attorney Margaret Moore, County Attorney David Escamilla, and a few of their best..."

Sept. 28, 2018 News Feature by Chase Hoffberger

Vote Delayed on Property Tax Protest

Commissioners may act June 17 on commercial appraisal roll

"...the prospect of filing a petition to challenge the county's commercial appraisal roll, County Commissioners opted to punt the..."

June 2, 2014 News Post by Amy Smith

Austin Grand Prix Announces Tickets

Prices, sale date confirmed as county approves permit

"...With the announcement this morning that the Travis County Commissioners have approved the necessary event permit for the..."

June 5, 2012 Sports Post by Richard Whittaker

The Debate Over How and Whether to Jail Kids in Austin Is Just Getting Started

Travis County proposes a new facility to hold kids accused of crimes

"...a jail for children who commit crimes in Travis County. It sits on several acres drawn back from Congress..."

Jan. 26, 2024 News Feature by Brant Bingamon

Page Two

Travis County Bond Propositions

"...for repair of substandard roads and bridges throughout the county. While county road bond proposals typically set off our..."

Oct. 17, 1997 Column by The Chronicle Editorial Board

Ann Howard Kicks Off Commissioner Campaign

ECHO director hosts first event in Precinct 3

"...Homelessness Coalition, officially began her campaign for the Travis County Commissioners Court, Precinct 3...."

March 25, 2019 News Post by Michael King

Central Health Faces Questions Over Budget Transparency

Commissioners to vote on the health district's FY 2017 budget on Sept. 20

"...The Travis County health district's proposed $240 million budget would increase the..."

Sept. 16, 2016 News Feature by Mary Tuma

No Need for Election Detox

County Judge primary campaign begins to bubble

"...for some weeks, and before too long, the Travis County races will take center stage...."

Nov. 10, 2013 News Post by Michael King

Crackpot Crackdown

Joining a long East Texas tradition, Jackson County DA Bobby Bell has convicted 28 black people on drug charges via manufactured evidence and railroaded trials. One small-town exile, her family, and a few neighbors are finally fighting back.

"...of conduct will not be tolerated here in Jackson County," sheriff Kelly R. Janica told the paper at the..."

Oct. 21, 2005 News Feature by Jordan Smith

'Tis the Filing Season

Progressives can breathe a sigh of relief – Sen. Bernie Sanders officially filed

"...times for state candidates and campaign operatives in Travis County, with few contested primaries on tap. But a flurry..."

Dec. 18, 2015 News Feature by Chase Hoffberger

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 that..."

April 11, 2024 News Post by Maggie Q. Thompson

Video Visitation's End?

Bill requiring in-person visits for inmates may not benefit those at Travis County

"...been a hot one since 2009, when the Travis County Correctional Complex implemented Securus Video Visitation systems into its..."

June 19, 2015 News Feature by Chase Hoffberger

Doggett: GOP Still Hunting Me

Austin congressman warns of plan to split Travis four ways

"...Texas Republicans are after him, and he’s warning Travis County residents that the GOP is cooking up a plan..."

April 18, 2011 News Post by Lee Nichols

What's Best for Frankie?

Williamson County wastewater deal yields the familiar odor of Commissioner Limmer

"...tributary of Brushy Creek, which meanders south through the county, not far from Vollentine's back door. He called a..."

Sept. 15, 2006 News Feature by Jordan Smith

Fentanyl ODs Spur Health Crisis

The Travis County Commissioners Court declares opioid epidemic a crisis

"...Earlier in the year, the Travis County Medical Examiner's Office reported that fentanyl-related overdoses had increased..."

Dec. 16, 2022 News Feature by Lina Fisher

Attorney Appointed to Consider Whether Lehmberg Will Face Criminal Charges

Felony conviction would lead oust D.A.

"...a criminal charge filed earlier this month against Travis County District Attorney Rosemary Lehmberg by a former employee and..."

June 28, 2013 News Post by Jordan Smith

Central Health Budget Suggests Waning Trust in Ascension

The budget adds money for direct services

"...is in for a shake-up – Central Health, the county’s health care district, has for years funneled millions of..."

Sept. 11, 2023 News Post by Lina Fisher

Billionaire Wants His Own Town, Go Figure

Musk Town headed for Bastrop isn't "paradise" Elon proposed, either

"...he wanted to create an “ecological paradise” in Travis County...."

March 9, 2023 News Post by Maggie Q. Thompson

Central Health Opens Applications for Board of Managers

Wanna guide the county’s health care system?

"...Central Health – the county’s health care district currently embroiled in a legal battle..."

Sept. 25, 2023 News Post by Lina Fisher

Nortey Announces for Precinct 1

Launches commissioner campaign at Carver Museum

"...for the Democratic nomination to succeed retiring Pct. 1 County Commissioner Ron Davis on the Travis County Commissioners Court...."

June 23, 2015 News Post by Michael King

Talking Travis: Valinda Bolton

District 47 rep fights the tax war for fire fighters

"...taxes or property rights in Texas: Being on the County Affairs and Land & Resource Management committees, Rep. Valinda..."

May 14, 2009 News Post by Richard Whittaker

Carona Push-Starts Stalled Bill

Local option transport funding proposal gets out of committee, but still under a cloud

"...Travis County is edging closer to having the power to raise..."

April 15, 2009 News Post by Richard Whittaker

Austin ISD Fields Criticisms of Plan to Replace Nonprofit

Director of Austin Voices for Education and Youth suggests a fix

"...Local political leaders, including county commissioners and at least two members of City Council,..."

April 19, 2024 News Post by Brant Bingamon

Naked City

After 25 years, Doyne Bailey still commands attention at the courthouse.

"..."the sheriff that shoots straight." With the help of county commissioners, Bailey would build a new jail. Next, he..."

Oct. 31, 2003 News Feature by Lucius Lomax

A Wonder No More

Voters reject plan to save Astrodome

"...Astrodome will likely be reduced to rubble. Yesterday, Harris County voters rejected a $217 million proposal to renovate the..."

Nov. 6, 2013 News Post by Brandon Watson

Bettencourt Resigns

Controversial Harris County voter registrar accused of vote suppression

"...The smarmy tenure of Harris County Tax Assessor-Collector (and voter registrar) Paul Bettencourt just added..."

Dec. 6, 2008 News Post by Lee Nichols

Changing of the Guard

"...Hank Davis Gonzalez It's the end of an era," County Attorney Ken Oden declared on the phone the other..."

Oct. 23, 1998 News Feature by Amy Smith

Aleshire the Agitator

Rage, Rage Against the Dying of the Limelight

"...John Anderson Don't expect many tearful farewells when Travis County Judge Bill Aleshire leaves office on New Year's Eve...."

Aug. 28, 1998 News Feature by Robert Bryce

WilCo 'Snit' Writ Large

Fight over whether county commissioners violated the law when they slashed Precinct 1 Constable Gary Griffin's budget moves to 3rd Court of Appeals

"...The fight over whether Williamson County commissioners violated the law when they slashed Precinct 1..."

Nov. 17, 2006 News Feature by Patricia J. Ruland

SH 45 Gap Project Moves Ahead Despite Dubious Regional Cooperation

Out of the loop

"...progressing with some community engagement, albeit only in Hays County – and Travis County commissioners are mad about it...."

June 23, 2023 News Feature by Lina Fisher

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