County Government Lacks Accountability

"...at length about the competitive bid requirements when the county awards a construction project. While rather lax, there are..."

Aug. 22, 2003 Postmarks

Former County Judge Rails Against Delia Garza

What is Bill Aleshire's problem with the county attorney candidate?

"...is continuing to pursue his campaign against the Travis County attorney candidacy of Austin Mayor Pro Tem Delia Garza,..."

Jan. 10, 2020 News Feature by Michael King

Travis County Catches a Judicial Break

Feds transfer vacant courthouse to county for probate court

"...by the U.S. General Services Administration, but the U.S. government's (technically, the National Park Service) disused 1936 courthouse just..."

Dec. 29, 2016 News Post by Michael King

Chronicle Endorsements: Travis County

Endorsements for district attorney, county sheriff, judges, constables, and more

"...It's been 143 years since Travis County elected a Republican into this office. Odds are, with..."

Oct. 21, 2016 News Feature

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

New Courthouse for Travis County?

Commissioners to discuss possible downtown land purchase

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

Dec. 13, 2010 News Post by Jordan Smith

End of an Era at Travis County as Gerald Daugherty Retires

County commissioner will depart at the end of 2020

"...Travis County Commissioner Gerald Daugherty made it official last week: He..."

Dec. 13, 2019 News Feature by Michael King

Travis County

"...The most strongly contested Travis County campaign is likely to be the race for Precinct..."

Aug. 26, 2016 News Feature by Michael King

While Austin Medics Negotiate a Labor Contract, Hays County’s Fight to Unionize

For Hays County's nonprofit EMS team, becoming a union is no easy task

"...front-line medics who provide emergency medical care to Hays County residents had hoped the board of directors at their..."

May 12, 2023 News Feature by Austin Sanders

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

Travis County Catches a Judicial Break

Feds transfer vacant courthouse to county for probate court

"...by the U.S. General Services Admin­i­stration, but the U.S. government's (technically, the National Park Service's) disused 1936 courthouse just..."

Jan. 6, 2017 News Feature by Michael King

Hays County Hell

Elgin Bank Victory May Mean Colonia-like Development

"...Hays County Comissioner Jefferson Barton says that when Travis County lost..."

June 27, 1997 News Feature by Bob Elder

Eckhardt: The State of the County Is ...

Thursday address slams Lege, props up local entities

"...Travis County Judge Sarah Eckhardt’s State of the County address last..."

Feb. 12, 2018 News Post by Austin Sanders

What About Consolidating The City And The County?

"...that can be achieved by consolidation? Consolidating city and county government, and adding even the current school district function,..."

Feb. 28, 2011 Postmarks

Linebarger to County: Have We Got a Deal for You

Travis County officials spark a feud over the prospect of privatizing the county's delinquent tax collection duties

"...Travis County officials have touched off a bristling political feud over..."

April 29, 2005 News Feature by Amy Smith

County's Parsimonious Budget Plans Ockham's Razor

The New County Order

"...The big news at the Stokes Building is the county's extensive reorganization, approved in June and set to take..."

Sept. 8, 1995 News Feature

Dying Alone in Williamson County

Animal shelter conditions draw outrage and accusations

"...Allegations of neglect and cruelty are flying across Williamson County in continuing controversy over the sparkling new $3.9 million..."

July 6, 2007 News Feature by Patricia J. Ruland

A New Jail for Travis County?

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

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

Sept. 7, 2018 News Feature by Lindsay Stafford Mader

CSI: Travis County

Why Is the Medical Examiner's Office so screwed up?

"...An outside audit last summer – prompted by the county's goal to secure accreditation by the National Association of..."

June 30, 2006 News Feature by Jordan Smith

Precinct Chairs Set to Choose Next County Judge

Rarely used selection process causes a stir

"...Former Travis County Judge Sarah Eck­hardt's resignation to run for (and win)..."

Aug. 14, 2020 News Feature by Lina Fisher

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 when..."

Feb. 7, 2020 News Feature by Michael King

Austin Freshmen Survive in Unflipped House as the County Sees a Dem Landslide

The blueberry abides (barely)

"...In House District 47 in western Travis County, Democratic incumbent Vikki Good­win narrowly won reelection by 1%..."

Nov. 6, 2020 News Feature by Lina Fisher

County Commissioner Precinct 4: New Guard vs. Old

Two generations square off for Precinct 4 county commissioner

"...Unlike many longtime local Democratic officeholders, Travis County Commissioner Margaret Gómez has never had the luxury of..."

Feb. 12, 2010 News Feature by Amy Smith

The People Care; the Problem Is the Government

"...the nose [“Breakdown,” News, June 4]. While the Travis County system is a disgrace, there are many people that..."

June 14, 2010 Postmarks

County Commissioners Tout Successes, Face Challengers

The 2022 primaries are months away, but these Travis County commissioners are already drawing competition in their reelection bids

"...force a delay – the downballot races for Travis County commissioner have already heated up. Two incumbent Democrats have..."

July 9, 2021 News Feature by Lina Fisher

COVID-19: Austin, Travis County Should Prepare to Shelter in Place

Updated: New measures expected to take effect at midnight Tuesday

"...Austin Mayor Steve Adler and Travis County Judge Sarah Eckhardt are expected on Tuesday to issue..."

March 23, 2020 News Post by Mike Clark-Madison

Day Trips: Nueces County Courthouse, Corpus Christi

Historic courthouse escapes wrecking ball for now

"...The 1914 Nueces County Courthouse once anchored the north side of downtown Corpus..."

March 29, 2019 Column by Gerald E. McLeod

Hays County Troubles

"...Dear Editor, Several members of the Hays County Commissioners' Court have gotten themselves into a terrible and..."

Nov. 19, 2004 Postmarks

Serious Concerns About County Judge Race

"...Multiple successful managerial styles exist but in the Travis County judge's race, operational knowledge, experience, and networks in county..."

Jan. 19, 2014 Postmarks

News Orgs Sue Caldwell County Over Secret Criminal Proceedings

Bail-setting hearings ought to be public, they say

"...Mano Amiga and the Caldwell/Hays Examiner in suing Caldwell County (county seat: Lockhart) for refusing to allow members of..."

Aug. 9, 2023 News Post by Brant Bingamon

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