SummaryA special election is being held on January 25th for the District 4 Austin City Council seat. Action BoxVote! Vote! Vote! If you live in District 4, don't forget that Election Day is on January 25th and early voting lasts from January 10th to 21st....

New election laws are in place for the March 1st, 2022 Primaries. We will provide tips to help with some of the new laws that impact Texas voters. Sponsored by The League of Women Voters of Texas, Texas Impact, Texas LULAC. Speakers: - Grace Chimene, President League of...

SummaryAustin Common Editor-In-Chief Amy Stansbury looks back at some of the biggest moments at The Austin Common in 2021. Action BoxJoin The Common Club and give the gift of a strong local democracy this holiday season. 2021 was quite a year...

In preparation for the local elections coming up on Tuesday, November 2nd, we invited our friends at The Austin Common to share their knowledge of local government and civics. Their interactive presentation will teach you the basics of the local government systems and how to use your...

SummaryOn November 2nd, there will be two local City of Austin propositions & eight statewide propositions on the ballot. Action BoxDon't forget to vote! Early voting begins October 18th and lasts through October 29th. Election Day is on November 2nd. Early voting has officially begun. Check...

SummaryOn November 2nd, there will be two local City of Austin propositions on the ballot. Prop B is about a land swap that has the potential to bring more parkland to Austin. Action BoxDon't forget to vote! Early voting begins October 18th and lasts through October...

SummaryOn November 2nd, there will be two local City of Austin propositions on the ballot. Prop A is about police budgets & staffing. Action BoxDon't forget to vote! Early voting begins October 18th and lasts through October 29th. Election Day is on November 2nd. Hey Austin...

SummaryOn June 15th, the Travis County Commissioners Court will decide whether or not to build a new $79 million women's jail. Action BoxHave thoughts on what the Travis County Commissioners Court should do? Send an email to Commissioners-Court@traviscountytx.gov. On June 15th, our local leaders have...