Travis County Eviction Filings Predicted to Hit Record High in 2024, BASTA Austin Reports
Eviction filings in Travis County may reach a record high in 2024, as per BASTA Austin, with over 10,500 evictions seen in 2023. The tenant rights group is advocating for solutions like rental assistance and tenant counsel.
Multi-Vehicle Pileup on I-35 in Austin, 13 Involved, 9 Hospitalized, Causes Major Traffic Delays
An article reports a major collision on I-35 in Austin involving a semi-truck and multiple vehicles, with 13 people involved and at least nine hospitalized. Traffic is heavily impacted. Details are still emerging.
Austin Independent School District Initiates Partial Hiring Freeze Amid $89M Deficit
Austin ISD plans a partial hiring freeze due to a budget deficit, impacting non-campus staff but prioritizing critical roles like teachers. Meanwhile, Texas state universities cut jobs following a DEI initiatives ban.
Travis County's Matt Mackowiak Mounts Texas GOP Chair Race, Targets Current Leadership Woes Before San Antonio Convention
Matt Mackowiak announced his intent to run for Texas GOP Chair, criticizing the current leadership and stressing the need for unity and better fundraising before the upcoming elections.
Austin Schools Embrace Yoga to Soothe Stress in Students and Teachers, Bolster Retention
Austin Independent School District introduces a yoga program, Breathe For Change, to help alleviate stress and improve behavior in students and teachers, with funding from Aetna and plans for expanding teacher certifications.