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Austin details planned social service cuts under reduced budget

By Ben Thompson

Millions of dollars set aside for public health, homelessness response, economic development and court services are being reallocated under Austin's approved spending plan.

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Bee Cave police honors Officer of the Year at awards dinner

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The Eanes ISD board of trustees voted to create the EISD police force in 2023. (Brittany Anderson/Community Impact)

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