Austin devotes nearly two-thirds of its budget to public safety, with most recent increases going to the police. City Council ...

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With the Democratic quorum break entering its second week, House Speaker Dustin Burrows said Monday that troopers from the ...

Austin Police Department Chief Lisa Davis said that between three and five people were shot in the Target parking lot.

Republican leadership in the Texas House is hoping a new tip line will help them bring Democrats back to the Capitol amid the ...

Burrows condemns absent Democrats for blocking a quorum, delaying urgent Hill Country flood relief, and costing taxpayers ...

House Speaker Dustin Burrows has issued civil arrest warrants for the absent members found to be in Texas. None has been ...

The records also shed light on previous concerns about shooters’ classroom behavior. The release follows a yearslong lawsuit ...

Austin police said the shooting occurred at the Target located at 8601 Research Blvd., just before 3 p.m. Monday.

Pay debt service on bonds funding the Old Settlers Park buildout ...

Texas House Speaker Dustin Burrows announced Tuesday the chamber will attempt to reach a quorum one last time this special session.

AUSTIN, Texas (KEYE) — The Texas House adjourned Monday without reaching a quorum for the eighth consecutive day. With only ...