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A phtoto of a sign that says "Travis County"
Austin
8:05 PM Jul 28, 2020 CDT
Travis County announces preliminary tax rate, setting stage for 2020-21 budget talks
A green virus graphic representation
Austin
7:04 PM Jul 28, 2020 CDT
Austin Public Health confirms 232 new coronavirus cases July 28
A graphic that reads "Tesla to Texas"
Austin
4:39 PM Jul 22, 2020 CDT
Tesla will officially build its next gigafactory in Travis County
A graphic that reads "Today's coronavirus updates"
Austin
6:58 PM Jul 21, 2020 CDT
Travis County reports 603 new coronavirus cases July 21
A photo of the potential Tesla property
Austin
10:54 PM Jul 10, 2020 CDT
Travis County updates Tesla incentive package, pushing for $1 billion-plus investment from the company
Stage 5 is not triggered by an exact number but could be triggered anywhere above 70 hospitalizations per day over the past seven days, depending on the recent rate of the increase. (Courtesy Travis County)
Austin
8:31 PM Jul 7, 2020 CDT
With 74.8 new hospitalizations per day over past week, Travis County could move into coronavirus risk Stage 5
A screen capture of a virtual meeting of the Travis County Commissioners Court, feauring Gerald Daugherty and Sam Biscooe sitting in the courtroom
Austin
7:34 PM Jul 7, 2020 CDT
UPDATE: Travis County postpones public discussion on Tesla economic incentives until July 14
The project is one of six that Travis County Commissioners Court on June 30 approved bond funding to support. (Community Impact Newspaper Staff)
Austin
12:04 PM Jul 4, 2020 CDT
Cascades at Onion Creek Apartments to bring affordable housing to South Austin
A photo of a silver Cybertruck zooming through the desert
Austin
7:27 PM Jun 30, 2020 CDT
Travis County continues Tesla deliberations with no date set for vote on economic incentives
Tesla is considering this site along SH-130 as the future location of its next gigafactory. (Nicholas Cicale/Community Impact Newspaper)
Austin
3:19 PM Jun 18, 2020 CDT
Tesla eyes eastern Travis County spot for new factory with possible tax incentives for the company
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Austin
7:32 PM Jun 16, 2020 CDT
Suspecting deliberations on potential Tesla deal, Travis County union representatives weigh in on use of economic development incentives
A photo of the Travis County building
Austin
5:00 AM Jun 10, 2020 CDT
Travis County census officials offer progress report, including “grassroots deep dive” on Southeast Travis County
A screen capture of Chief Equity Officer Brion Oaks at a Travis County Commissioners Court meeting
Austin
10:38 AM Jun 6, 2020 CDT
Austin Equity Office asks Travis County to be mindful when administering COVID-19 relief
A screen image of Sam Biscoe at a meeting of the Travis County Commissioners Court
Austin
8:54 PM Jun 3, 2020 CDT
Travis County allocates $7.3 million in coronavirus relief aid to small cities
A graphic outlining aims of Travis County's climate action plan
Austin
5:00 AM Jun 3, 2020 CDT
Travis County approves first ever climate action plan
A map of the Bella Fortuna PID
Austin
9:49 AM May 30, 2020 CDT
Travis County holds off on making development funds available for South Austin Bella Fortuna PID through payments from future homeowners
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Harris County Precinct 1 Commissioner Rodney Ellis is calling on the county to look into a pilot program that could provide funding for legal defense for indigent renters facing eviction. Ellis said the coronavirus pandemic has exacerbated the vulnerabilities that low-income renters face. (Courtesy Fotolia)
Houston
2:30 PM
Harris County prepares for surge in evictions as federal protections, unemployment boost end
“We look forward to our second year at the beautiful Dell Diamond, where the parking lot and stadium will be filled with art, music, food, festivities and the spirit of the Lone Star State,” said Scot Wilkinson, Round Rock director of arts and culture. (Courtesy city of Round Rock)
Austin
7:00 PM
Round Rock cancels Chalk Walk, Golden Rule restaurant opens in Georgetown: News from Central Texas
Miraval Austin Resort & Spa welcomed guests back to its resort and spa following a temporary closure caused by the coronavirus. (Courtesy Miraval Austin Resort and Spa)
Austin
7:00 PM
Lake Travis resort reopens, Hays County issues burn ban: News from Central Texas
As cases rise in Texas, more contact tracers will be needed to manage the influx of calls, experts say. (Designed by Kaitlin Schmidt/Community Impact Newspaper)
Houston
5:05 AM
Centralizing, expanding contact tracing in Texas hits roadblocks as cases rise
Lake Travis ISD requested the authority to extend virtual learning past Sept. 8 if needed. (Courtesy Adobe Stock)
Austin
4:13 PM
Lake Travis ISD requests local authority to extend remote learning
The way elections are run and voters are registered in Harris County could look different following the 2020 elections, as Harris County Commissioners Court has begun exploring alternatives to the county's current democratic system. (Graphic by Ronald Winters/Community Impact Newspaper)
Houston
8:59 AM
Harris County begins exploring voter registration, election alternatives
West Lake Hills Mayor Linda Anthony joined a group of 16 mayors to request federal funds from Travis County sent by the U.S. Treasury Department. The agreement could provide the city with about $182,000 in COVID-19 assistance. (Courtesy Fotolia)
Austin
5:14 PM
West Lake Hills could receive approximately $182,000 in coronavirus relief
Georgetown City Council’s motion to send Williamson County a resolution to remove the Confederate statue failed June 23. (Ali Linan/Community Impact Newspaper)
Austin
7:00 PM
Confederate statue discussed by council and more: Business, community updates from Central Texas
Black Pflugerville President Alicia Jackson addresses crowds of people in attendance at Pflugerville's inaugural Juneteenth celebration. (Kelsey Thompson/Community Impact Newspaper)
Austin
7:00 PM
Juneteenth in Pflugerville, Georgetown film festival goes virtual and more: News from Central Texas
Williamson County Judge Bill Gravell said he will not require businesses to force customers to wear masks. (Ali Linan/Community Impact Newspaper)
Austin
11:39 AM
Williamson County judge: ‘Common sense’ means wearing masks, but will not require businesses to enforce