ICYMI: Virtual Forums Set For Austin Council Hopefuls

The District 6 Jimmy Flannigan/Mackenzie Kelly race and the District 10 Alison Alter/Jennifer Virden political contest will be showcased.

What is the Electoral College?

Its History, Controversies, and Past Efforts to Abolish It

AP Explains: The FBI Is Investigating Texas AG Ken Paxton

Paxton has broadly denied wrongdoing and refused calls to resign, saying he'll seek a third term and that he's prepared to fight in court.

Austin Councilman Flannigan Accosted By Conservative Activists

Jimmy Flannigan provided cell phone footage of an expletive-laden confrontation as he prepared to depart from a campaign event at a park.

WilCo Fire Marshal’s Office Adopts International Code

Taking effect on Tuesday, the Fire Marshal’s Office will operate under the newly adopted IFC 2018 Fire Code for unincorporated areas.

Austin Aims To Reduce Waste With Contest

The [Re]Verse Pitch Competition is seeking businesses with surplus materials or by-product waste to apply to be material suppliers.

Antibody Therapy Medication Heads To Texas In Coronavirus Fight

An initial batch of bamlanivimab, the Eli Lilly & Company monoclonal antibody therapy, is destined to acute care hospitals across the state.

WilCo Judge Won't Issue Stay-At-Home Order Amid Illness Spikes

Trusting residents to be 'smart and prudent,' Gravell explained that the governor's current orders supersede county protocol.

Texas Lieutenant Governor Offers $1M Reward For Voter Fraud Tips

Despite a Texas win for Trump on Election Day and negligible evidence of fraud, GOP members insist on rampant voting irregularities claims.

Patch Survey: How Did 2020 Voting Go For You In The Austin Area?

Patch wants to know about your experience voting this year and how you think it went overall.

City Of Austin Offices Closed For Veterans Day

All administrative offices and other municipal facilities will be closed on Wednesday to mark the holiday. Read below to learn more.

Elation, Sadness In Austin Over Biden-Harris Victory

Reflective of deep ideological divisions marking the election, the capital city erupted in equal measures of joy and dismay over Biden win.

APD Cops Seen In Photos With Men Who Made White Supremacist Signs

The department is facing backlash after officers posed for pictures with members of a pro-police group, some of whom made the gestures.

Austin Prepares For Election-Related Civil Unrest

The police chief outlined measures to safeguard the city, while vowing there won't be a repeat from May when protesters were hurt by cops.

WilCo Offices To Close On Veterans Day 2020

While offices are closed, the animal shelter will remain open for 'Paw-triots 4 Patriots' during which resident can get a pet for $4.

$7.1B 'Project Connect' Transportation Plan Passes In Austin

The ambitious, multibillion-dollar plan to revitalize the city's transportation network gained wide support of Austin voters.

Travis County DA Race: José Garza Bests Martin Harry

Progressive candidate José Garza campaigned with laser focus on seeking police reform in besting his GOP challenger, Martin Harry.

Hernandez Handily Beats Vargas In Travis County Sheriff's Race

Challenger Raul Vargas sought to exert influence on Austin municipal machinations in contrast to Sally Hernandez's hands-off approach.

Austin City Council Results: Casar, Pool Win; 2 Headed To Runoffs

James Flannigan is headed for a runoff against challenger Mackenzie Kelly while Alison Alter will face Jennifer Virden in a runoff.

Delia Garza Poised To Make History As Travis County Attorney

The trailblazing council member —​ a former firefighter who was the first woman to ever be named mayor pro tem —​ is ensured her new seat.

Wright Vs. Castañeda: Texas Railroad Commission Election Results

LIVE: Polls have closed in Texas where voters cast their ballots in the race for Texas Railroad Commissioner.

Democrats Fall Short In Fight To Turn Texas House Blue

Texas Democrats on Election Day eyed 22 key districts they hoped could help them take control of the Statehouse.

Trump Projected Texas Winner In Presidential Race

The state — which Democrats and political observers saw as possibly going blue — has chosen Trump, The Associated Press projects.

Cornyn Projected Winner In Texas U.S. Senate Race

Incumbent John Cornyn has won the U.S. Senate race against Democrat MJ Hegar, news outlets project.

More Than 27K Travis County Voters Cast Ballots By Noon

The county clerk reported that the county was on pace to have 6,000 voters per hour casting ballots, but waiting times were still short.

Votación En Austin: Lo Que Debe Saber

El día de las elecciones está aquí y Patch ofrece una guía sobre qué hacer antes de dirigirse a su sitio de elección.

Voting in Williamson County: What To Know

Election Day is upon us following a record-breaking period of early voting. Here is a guide before heading to the polls.

Voting Underway In Austin: What To Know

Election Day is upon us after record-breaking voting in the early period. Here is a preparation guide before heading out.

How Texas Could Elect Its First Democratic Senator Since 1993

Incumbent Republican John Cornyn has been a Texas senator since 2002.

Democrats Battle To Flip Texas House Blue

Democrats must win nine more seats to turn the Statehouse blue on Election Day.

Election Day In Williamson County: When, Where To Vote

Many enjoy the thrill of voting on Election Day rather than in the early voting period. Here is a preparation guide before heading out.

Election 2020 Texas: Presidential Race, U.S. Senate Race, More

Nov. 3 is the culmination of a record-breaking period of early voting in Texas as registered voters exceeded the votes cast in 2016.

Election Day In Travis County: When, Where To Vote

Many enjoy the thrill of voting on Election Day rather than in the early voting period. Here is a preparation guide before heading out.

Mel Kirkland Seeks Cedar Park City Council Seat

The 15-year resident of Cedar Park places a currency on bringing people together despite differences and with a shared love of community.

Friday Is The Last Day To Vote In Texas During Early Voting

Polls close at 7 p.m. in the last day of a record-breaking early voting period; absentee ballots should not be mailed but dropped off.

Early Voting Period Ends Friday, Oct. 30, In Travis County

Hundreds of thousands have already cast their ballots in the Austin area. If you haven't voted yet, find your polling place below.

Texas Dems Pin Hopes On Women Voters To Turn State Blue

More than 7 million votes already have been cast during early voting — the most in the U.S. — with women among the most active voting bloc.

Dígale A Patch Si Ve Travesuras Electorales En El Condado Travis

Electionland de ProPublica abre líneas de información para los que desean reportar problemas que impiden el voto.

Tell Patch If You See Election Shenanigans In Travis County

ProPublica’s Electionland tip lines are open to take information about problems that prevent people in Travis County from voting.

Aspire Pflugerville 2040 Comprehensive Plan Launched

The comprehensive plan is a guide for decision-making over the next 20 years related to land use, budgeting and development.