Central Texas top stories for May 16, 2024. Austin City Council could vote to reduce the amount of land needed to build a house. The City of Austin is searching for a new police chief. The City of Austin does not have enough money to finish road projects promised to voters when they approved a property tax increase in 2016. Travis County voters will decide whether to raise taxes to expand child care options for low income families. The City of Georgetown could use treated wastewater to meet its long-term water supply challenges. Austin to host the 2025 MLS All Star Game. Strong to severe thunderstorms and heavy rain are possible this afternoon and evening in the Austin area.