Austin police say they feel confident in SXSW security plans after West Sixth shooting

Austin ISD appeals two failing school ratings in bid to avoid takeover

Burnet missed a D by one point and Webb by two, leaving Austin ISD a narrow path to overturn the ratings. If the two schools ratings rise, the district could stave off a state intervention.

Could Burnet and Webb parents stop an Austin ISD takeover? What we know

AISD parents could petition to close Burnet and Webb middle schools, but TEA won’t say whether that would prevent a district takeover.

Mike Morath wanted Texas to reach No. 1 in education. Test scores show there’s more work to do.

Appointed a decade ago, the education commissioner insists that when he has direct oversight, academic gains follow. His critics await better student outcomes.

Austin pushes for tougher mold rules for rentals. One family knows what’s at stake.

City inspectors can target conditions that cause mold. A new proposal could regulate the fungus itself.URL

Travis County homeowners could pay more for major mental health expansion

Central Health endorsed a $650 million budget and 6% tax increase to expand mental health care. Travis County commissioners must still sign off.