Fayette County Sheriff Ramps Up Surveillance to Halt Drivers Disregarding School Bus Safety Near Highway 71
The Fayette County Sheriff's Office is ramping up efforts to prevent vehicles from illegally passing stopped school buses after a recent near-miss, as captured on video, involving a red sedan and a child disembarking the bus.
Austin City Council Considers Charter Amendments for November Ballot, Including Petition Threshold Changes
Austin's Charter Review Commission proposed nine charter amendments to the City Council, including changes to the petition process and the city manager's contracting authority, awaiting a potential November ballot decision.
Surge in Syphilis Cases Puts Austin Health Officials on High Alert Amid STI Uptick
Syphilis cases surge in Austin, mirroring a national trend, with a significant rise in infections and test demands at local clinics. Various factors including healthcare access and a shortage of the key antibiotic contribute to the increase.











