Police provide update

Austin Police Chief provides update on pilot program opening 6th Street to cars
In light of the tragic attack in New Orleans, Austin leaders provided an update on what's being done to keep Sixth Street and the heart of local nightlife safe.
Austin's new police chief suspends three officers for misconduct, records show
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Safety on 6th Street in downtown Austin: Police provide update
The Austin Police Department talks about safety on 6th Street in downtown Austin after the terror attack on Bourbon Street in New Orleans.
Austin Police address safety on 6th Street
The Austin Police Department called a last-minute press conference Thursday afternoon to talk about safety on one of the city's most popular downtown streets.
Austin police chief discusses changes to Sixth Street safety
Following the deadly attack in New Orleans, APD Chief Lisa Davis spoke about Austin's plan to open Sixth Street to traffic during the weekends.
APD talks safety on 6th St. in downtown Austin
Austin Police Chief Lisa Davis talks about plans to improve safety on 6th Street after the recent terror attack on Bourbon Street in New Orleans.
Austin Police address safety on 6th Street, Sam Stark reports
The Austin Police Department called a last-minute press conference Thursday afternoon to talk about safety on one of the city’s most popular downtown streets.

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Austin Police Chief Lisa Davis outlines safety measures for 6th Street after the Bourbon Street terror attack.
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