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Haley McLeod
Haley McLeod

Government Reporter

Haley joined Community Impact in September 2023 after graduating with a degree in journalism from Texas State University. As a student, she worked as a data journalism intern for Texas Community Health News covering statewide health topics. Haley reports on Travis County and Austin-area transportation news. Reach out with questions, tips or feedback at [email protected].
Latest from Haley McLeod
City of Austin officials discussed plans for the reconstruction of Congress Avenue into four block of public plaza space near the state Capitol. (Rendering courtesy city of Austin)
Austin officials propose conversion of Congress Avenue to public plaza
Austin's fire chief urges residents to be vigilant as the Austin area experiences dry and windy conditions, prime for wildfires. (Haley McLeod/Community Impact)
Travis County, city officials preemptively declare disaster ahead of ‘winter fire season’
A the second location of FBR Management The Wheel Too is anticipated to open by the end of the year. (Courtesy FBR Management)
East side bicycle-themed bar The Wheel to open a second location in south Austin
Travis County Commissioners commemorated the 50th anniversary of the Family Medicine Residency program this month. (Courtesy Travis County)
The Family Medicine Residency program at Dell Medical School celebrates 50 years of training future doctors
Crews are slated to begin exterior renovations in November on The University of Texas at Austin Tower. (Rendering courtesy The University of Texas at Austin)
Revitalization efforts to begin this fall on UT’s historic clock tower
City of Austin, Travis County and Integral Care officials gathered Oct. 3 to celebrate the opening of the county's new therapeutic diversion center. (Courtesy Integral Care)
'A place to go and a place to stay': Mental health diversion center launches in Travis County
Property tax rates in Travis county are set by multiple tax authorities and collected by the Travis County tax office. (Courtesy Travis County Tax Office)
Travis County property tax rates set for upcoming tax season
SusieCakes offers customers a variety of homemade dessert options, including cakes, cupcakes and cookies. (Haley McLeod/Community Impact)
Cakes, yoga and the return of a staple deli: 8 businesses impacting downtown Austin
Central Health is currently renovating the old Sears department store building at the Hancock Center for its new headquarters and clinic. (Rendering courtesy Central Health)
Central Health moves forward with new clinic, HQ at Hancock Center in north central Austin
Austin Habitat for Humanity has been selected to host the next site for the international Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter Work Project, by which the organization, with volunteers, will build 25 homes in one week. (Courtesy Austin Habitat for Humanity)
Austin Habitat for Humanity announces ‘transformational’ affordable housing initiative
Early voting begins in October ahead of the 2024 general election Nov. 5. (Courtesy Pexels)
What you need to know ahead of early voting in Travis County
eggs benedict, and other brunch plates
Dining and fitness news: Check out these 8 business updates in South Austin
Austin local Abby Strite celebrates the opening of her new neighborhood bookstore at a ribbon cutting ceremony with the Austin LGBT Chamber of Commerce Sept. 27. (Haley McLeod/Community Impact)
From bars to books: Check out these 7 business updates in North Austin
people rock climbing on an indoor wall at Crux climbing center in south austin
South Austin Crux Climbing Center to close temporarily
Two people walk on a side walk, and one person bikes along a road with several cars driving
Travis County officials show commitment to eliminating all countywide traffic deaths
a bar in the Austin airport filled with travelers
Austin airport concession workers to see increase in minimum wage
CapMetro bus one route near bus stop in the Mueller area, Austin
CapMetro seeks public input on decade-long transportation vision
a line of cars stuck in traffic
City of Austin, new charter school in South Austin partner to mitigate traffic
Travis County commissioners approved funding to support a local effort to help women with children overcome substance abuse disorders. (Community Impact staff)
Travis County officials approve funding for substance abuse clinic for mothers
Group of transit advocates stand in front of local Austin bus stop in the Mueller area.
Could you go a week without driving? Austin transit officials join carless campaign