Travis County District Attorney's office and Austin Police Department have a strained relationship since José Garza's election, culminating in indictments and miscommunication affecting their collaboration.
The county's entry-level lawyers are being paid significantly less than their counterparts, impacting the recruitment and retention of qualified public defenders.
Travis County is committing to reducing traffic fatalities by 50% by 2035 and eliminating them by 2050, aligning with regional safety enhancement efforts.
The unanimous decision by the Travis County Commissioners Court to place a tax rate increase on the November ballot aims to generate $75 million yearly for child care services, addressing severe shortages in access and quality.
