Travis County

Several races from the March primary in Texas went to a runoff, meaning no candidate seeking their party’s nomination got more than 50% of the vote. So now, the top two candidates in those races are facing off.

Several races from the March primary in Texas went to a runoff, meaning no candidate seeking their party’s nomination got more than 50% of the vote. So now, the top two candidates in those races are facing off this month.

The county may declare a public health crisis and is looking into whether it can distribute the lifesaving drug naloxone. Harm-reduction advocates say they called for this type of action last year.

Commissioners unanimously approved a resolution Tuesday offering eight weeks to workers who qualify. The policy could take effect next month.

Austin ISD found out this week that properties in Travis County were appraised much higher than it anticipated. It's now expected to pay $850 million into the state recapture system next school year — $50 million more than it had budgeted.

Thousands are expected to attend the official opening of the $1 billion factory for electric vehicles.

As many as 15,000 people are expected to attend the opening of the electric carmaker's factory on Thursday. The event starts at 4 p.m.

Volunteer Legal Services of Central Texas is running a new program where lawyers show up in most Travis County eviction courts to offer representation for tenants.

Health officials said they will closely monitor possible infections following spring break, but masking is now largely optional in the Austin area.

Several tornadoes ripped through Central Texas on Monday, leaving some residents with damaged homes and businesses.