A woman wearing a hijab, a traditional head covering worn by some Muslim women, in the Texas heat may automatically be viewed as oppressed, when in fact it was the individual’s decision, said Arif...
Democrats have made better use of the term “diversity” in persuading votes from racial minorities than Republicans, Tarrant County Commissioner Andy Nguyen said Wednesday.
Nguyen spoke at...
In February, Travis County Sheriff’s Office declined 35 requests from Immigration and Customs Enforcement to detain suspected undocumented inmates, according to public records from the office.
ICE...
Austin Mayor Steve Adler discussed aspects of the city’s sharing economy and its relationship with local government Thursday.
“As we move forward in the 21st century, we’re going to...
CapMetro approved a new transit system which includes more UT shuttles and high-frequency bus routes last Monday.
The 10-year plan, called Connections 2025, will cost an additional $9 million per year...
Supporters of President Donald Trump and anti-Trump protesters yelled and pushed each other in the cold rain Saturday during a pro-Trump march to the Capitol.
“I was trying to get all these people...
Latinitas, a non-profit founded at UT that focuses on empowering young Latinas through media and technology, raised $7,400 Friday to help families in need of financial assistance to send their daughters...
On Saturday, Austinites will be given the green light to design solutions to the city’s traffic problems.
Austin’s Transportation Department and UT’s Center for Transportation...
The Austin Police Department began amping up their approach to combating distracted driving in the Austin area last month.
As part of a new initiative, APD Sgt. Michael Barger with the department’s...
For black families across the nation, conversations about how to survive interactions with law enforcement happen on a regular basis.
As part of its larger project, “The Talk,” the Austin...
On Tuesday, high school senior Rocio Ramirez tearfully told a large crowd at the Capitol her father was deported two weeks ago.
“I’m just here to show people to not give up and to keep...
Austin city leaders addressed immigration enforcement issues in Travis County on Monday, elaborating on the effects of executive orders and state legislation on sanctuary cities.
Senior policy...
