Threadgill's New Occupant, Early Voting Underway, & a Highway Fissure
Early voting is officially underway for the Democratic and Republican primaries and Austin voters are weighing in on some high-profile races in Texas. Host Nikki DaVaughn is joined by executive producer Eva Ruth Moravec to discuss the latest primary developments, including a new voter tipline aimed at protecting "the voting process," and why The Late Show with Stephen Colbert pulled an interview with Texas State Representative James Talarico. Plus, the team dives into the buzz on MML Hospitality's newest get and why a picture of a highway flyover is going viral. Click here for more information on Austin Public Library's centennial celebrations.
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