Governor Greg Abbott and U.S. Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. signed the MAHA legislation in Austin, focusing on rural healthcare initiatives in Texas. The law aims to improve healthcare access and nutrition education, requiring warning labels on certain food additives.
Austin ISD suspends plans to display the Ten Commandments following a court injunction, amidst ongoing legal and legislative debates over religious displays in public schools.
Poodie’s Roadhouse in Spicewood hosted a 12-hour benefit concert to support Texas Hill Country flood victims, featuring music, community involvement, and a livestream, enhancing relief efforts and uniting the community in a shared cause.
The Cow Creek Bridge in Marble Falls, Texas, has reopened after undergoing repairs due to flood damage, with Governor Abbott attending the ceremony to emphasize infrastructure resilience. Local and state authorities prioritized repairs to ensure community safety and restore transportation connectivity.
A lawsuit has been filed against Austin Mayor Kirk Watson and the entire city council over the wording used in a recent tax rate election.
Austin ISD officials address safety measures and school zone changes ahead of the first day of school on August 19, aiming to ensure student safety both in transit and within schools.
Austin City Council approves a $6.3 billion budget for 2025-26, including a tax rate election for the November ballot. The decision supports city services and infrastructure, emphasizing transparency and community involvement in the budgeting process.
Travis County DA Jose Garza addresses criticisms regarding his prosecutorial approach in an interview with FOX 7 Austin. Garza defends his record and clarifies his stance on being labeled ‘soft on crime’ and a ‘rogue DA,’ emphasizing a focus on justice and fairness.
The Austin City Council deliberates on a potential tax rate election as they navigate budget discussions amidst a city deficit. The decision will impact financial planning for the upcoming fiscal year.
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton sues Beto O’Rourke for allegedly deceptive fundraising linked to the Texas Democrats’ walkout. Court grants injunction against O’Rourke’s group.