Tag: Austin
Christi Craddick Re-elected as Top Texas Oil & Gas Regulator
Christi Craddick, the incumbent, has been re-elected to the Railroad Commission of Texas, the governing body that oversees the state's oil and gas industry....
GOP Dominance Solidified: Paxton’s Picks Strengthen Republican Control in Texas Supreme Court
Texas' highest criminal court has recently made headlines as all three conservative candidates supported by Attorney General Ken Paxton emerged victorious over their Democratic...
Texas Supreme Court Republicans Hold Seats Despite Pro-Abortion Opposition
All three Republican incumbents on the Texas Supreme Court secured their seats in the recent election, dealing a blow to Democrats who were hoping...
Austin Veterans Day Parade 2021: Details, Traffic Impact, and Schedule
Austin will be hosting its annual Veterans Day Parade downtown to honor the federal holiday. The 69th annual parade will be held on Monday...
Austin ISD Proposition A Passes: Tax Rate Increase Expected
Austin voters have just approved Proposition A, which means there will be a tax rate increase to support the Austin Independent School District. This...
Voters in Texas Share Views on Abortion, Economy, Immigration, and Transgender Rights
Election Day has arrived, but the majority of Texans have already cast their ballots. According to the Secretary of State, 9 million Texans have...
Why Abortion and Citizen-Led Initiatives Can’t Be on Texas Ballots
The Texas Standard for Monday, Nov. 4, 2024, brought various stories to light. One of the highlights was the 400-acre wildfire near Bastrop State...
Can Texans Put a Referendum on the Ballot Without Legislature Approval? Understanding the Process.
Voters in several states are currently deciding whether to include abortion protections in their state constitutions through ballot referendums. These referendums have gained popularity...
Arrest Made in Fatal Shooting Outside Austin Sports Bar
Austin police have made an arrest in connection with a fatal shooting that took place outside a sports bar in north Austin, resulting in...
The Jesus Lizard Set to Rock Austin at Levitation Festival
The Jesus Lizard, a band with a unique and unmistakable sound, is set to rock Austin at the upcoming Levitation festival. Since their formation...