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Austin · issues
Topics getting the most attention in Austin public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Austin's Emergency Operations Center is going dark on winter storm updates. They're saying 'stay tuned' for info on how the city is handling things, which isn't exactly reassuring when the weather's bad.
The council met privately to discuss sensitive legal matters related to criminal cases involving the "Yogurt Shop" incident.
A local synagogue was hit with hateful graffiti, and it's sadly not the first time. This kind of vandalism is a disturbing attack on a place of worship and the community it serves.
The committee received an update on the response to a recent shooting incident on West Sixth Street. This is about understanding the city's emergency response capabilities and coordination.
Austin's police are tweaking their orders to keep public safety grants coming in. It sounds like some groups were ready to pull funding, so the department is making changes to avoid losing that cash.
Austin cops are changing how they deal with immigration warrants following a deal with Governor Abbott. Basically, if officers can't get a hold of ICE right away, they now have to make a serious effort to contact them.
Austin cops are changing how they work with ICE, thanks to the governor flexing his financial muscles. It's a tug-of-war over immigration enforcement and city funds.
An Austin cop is in hot water after allegedly going on a racist rant and saying she hates Black people. She's meeting with police leadership to discuss the accusations.
The committee learned about the Austin Police Sexual Assault Program. This highlights the department's efforts in addressing sexual assault cases and supporting victims.
A potential new ordinance could make it illegal to have excessively loud vehicle engines. This aims to address noise pollution and improve quality of life in residential areas.
Austin's City Council approved a new contract for firefighters. This deal could impact how our city handles emergencies and uses taxpayer money.