Austin

Austin Energy moves into phase 2 of storm damage repair

Austin Energy advances to phase two of its recovery plan after a severe storm left thousands without power. Crews are working tirelessly to restore electricity, prioritizing areas with the highest outages. Residents remain patient as local officials coordinate recovery efforts and community organizations support affected populations.

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Texas district attorneys challenge AG Paxton’s new reporting requirements

Texas prosecutors have filed a lawsuit against Attorney General Ken Paxton over new rules mandating performance reports from district and county attorneys in larger counties. The prosecutors claim these requirements overreach Paxton’s authority and infringe upon judicial independence. The new regulations, which took effect last month, demand specific reports and case files, raising concerns among local prosecutors about their operational impact. This legal action highlights the ongoing debate over state versus local control in Texas.

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