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- Water flowing down street is a traffic hazard, homeowner says
- Southeast Austin lot is 'like a swamp now'
- Statesman Watch: Headway on Rainey Street, illegal vendors, run-down house
- Statesman Watch: Rainey Street residents say lack of sidewalks is safety issue
- Statesman Watch: City crew blamed for water flow problems
About Statesman Watch
We're interested in problems where fixes require involvement by local government. We'll explain who's supposed to take care of the problem, and track any progress. Tell us what isn't working in your neighborhood.
Who to contact
Not sure which agency or department to call about your problem? The list below includes some of the Austin city departments that Statesman Watch deals with frequently.
- POTHOLES, SIDEWALK REPAIR: Street and Bridge Division: 974-8750 or email by clicking here
- WEED AND LITTER CONTROL: Call 311 or email by clicking here
- STRAY OR DANGEROUS ANIMALS: Call 311 and ask for Animal Protection & Control, or email by clicking here
- POWER LINES, STREETLIGHTS: Call Austin Energy: 974-9400 or email by clicking here
Active Cases
George, Laura Bush honored with award
Photos of the day, March 2010
Texas candidates on Primary Day
Photos of the day, February 2010
Miss Black Central Texas Pageant, 02.28.10
Drew Elam meets his rescuer
Celebrating Texas Independence Day
Earthquake in Chile, 02.27.10
Hindu Holi Festival, 02.28.10
March against Hate, 02.27.10
Kay Hutchison on the campaign trail
Gov. Rick Perry on the campaign trail
Camp Grace, 02.27.10
Austin at Work: Gary Martin
Hemophiliac, 02.28.10
Cowgirl Rodeo, 02.26.10
Funeral for soldier Bobby Pagan, 02.26.10
Vernon Hunter's memorial service, 02.26.10
Austin Energy Regional Science Festival
Plane crash vigil, 02.25.10
