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A 'Grand Scale' Of Fear: Rundberg One Year Later

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By Blair Waltman-Alexin | March 13, 2026

Just over a year ago, Jose Carrasco invited the Decibel team on a tour of Rundberg. A longtime community advocate and the current director…

Immigration Fears Are Keeping Kids At Home

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By Blair Waltman-Alexin | February 27, 2026

The Gus Garcia Recreation Center is usually abuzz with activity after 4 p.m. The rec center offers a free after-school teen program that…

 Decibel Hosts First 2026 Sounding Board Meeting

Decibel Hosts First 2026 Sounding Board Meeting

By Blair Waltman-Alexin | February 04, 2026

The Decibel team reconvened the Rundberg Sounding Board for their first meeting of 2026. Attendees discussed future projects, community…

How State Laws Team Up ICE And Local Police

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By Jackie Ibarra and Blair Waltman-Alexin | January 30, 2026

It has been a fraught and confusing few weeks for Austin’s immigrant community, advocates and residents after Austin Police Department Chief…

How Will Healthcare Changes Impact Rundberg?

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By Blair Waltman-Alexin | January 20, 2026

The Affordable Care Act marketplace open enrollment has ended, and early numbers show Texans signed up in record numbers this year – despite…