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Austin Energy quadruples shutoffs for nonpayment as the city gets hotter
Austin Energy shutoffs have surged as rates rise to cover deficits. While enrollment in assistance programs has increased, critics worry about the lack of public scrutiny in rate hikes.
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6m‘Political punching bag’: After years of conflict, Austin sees an opening with new Democratic leaders
The Austin City Council has been met with great state opposition for over a decade. Members think things are about to change.
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8mGina Hinojosa’s victory could change Austin ISD’s fate. But state law may stand in the way.
The Texas governor-elect and former AISD trustee has vowed to replace the state’s education commissioner, who decides state interventions.
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3mPamela Mathai, Cynthia Soliz advance to runoff for AISD’s District 9 seat
The District 9 At-Large seat is one of the Austin school district’s two districtwide representative positions.
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4mAustin ISD voters re-elect Hunter for District 1, choose Neufeld for District 4
District 1 represents central and northeast Austin and District 4 represents central and northwest Austin
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4mSarah Dille, Laurie Solis win Districts 6, 7 seats on Austin ISD school board
Austin ISD’s District 6 traces south Interstate 35, from south central Austin to the boundaries of Hays County, and District 7 represents southwest Austin.