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Point Austin: The Abbott and GOP Project Is an Exercise in Brute Political Cynicism What’s at stake in Texas

Alamo Drafthouse Cinema Chain Sold to Sony Pictures Entertainment Hollywood studio pledges to keep the Drafthouse model going

Tacodeli to Open Stand-Alone Restaurant on South Lamar Obsessed with Doña sauce? Meet the Doña Rita.

Parker Woodland Affirms You as You Are in Video for “Makeup” “You don't owe them anything!”

Austin Film Festival to Honor Shōgun Writers UT alum Rachel Kondo and husband Justin Marks lauded for FX hit

NEWS

Plantations to Prison Farms: How Far Have We Come?

Texas’ tradition of forced labor lives on

by Maggie Q. Thompson

Suicides in Texas Prisons Have Dramatically Increased

Brooklyn Hogrell’s mother says our prison agency failed her

by Brant Bingamon

Point Austin: The Abbott and GOP Project Is an Exercise in Brute Political Cynicism What’s at stake in Texas

Alamo Drafthouse Cinema Chain Sold to Sony Pictures Entertainment Hollywood studio pledges to keep the Drafthouse model going

Rise in Absenteeism Is Costing Austin Public Schools Millions Mental illness seems to be driving the absences, group says

Police Oversight Office Ramps Up Community Complaints Investigations APD has only suspended one officer over the past year

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FOOD

Tacodeli to Open Stand-Alone Restaurant on South Lamar

Obsessed with Doña sauce? Meet the Doña Rita.

by Jasmine Iman Wright

First Look: Deep End Subs

Sandwich artiste Andy Todd keeps Highland hipster vibe alive

by Haris Qureshi

Hot Luck 2024
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Restaurant Review: Craft Omakase This elite, 22-course omakase menu is exactly as filling as it sounds ... but we wouldn’t skip a single course

First Look: Deep End Subs Sandwich artiste Andy Todd keeps Highland hipster vibe alive

Restaurant Review: LeRoy and Lewis Barbecue The BBQ trailer-turned-brick and mortar is generally delicious but could use a more streamlined menu

First Look: Lil’ Easy Fine Cajun Food & Bar Eastside dive promises casual Cajun and vibey outdoor boozing

MUSIC

Jess Williamson, Stay Black Live, Babestock, and More Crucial Concerts

Recommended shows for the week in Austin

Parker Woodland Affirms You as You Are in Video for “Makeup”

“You don't owe them anything!”

by Cy White

The Bold & the Bountiful Fifteen years in, HAAM's Corporate BOTB is bolder than ever

Hot Summer Nights Returns, Joey Tea Departs, and More Music News Keep up with the sounds of Austin

Parker Woodland, Good Looks, and More Crucial Concerts Album releases, artist departures, and more recommended shows

With the Live Music Fund Off the Ground, Commission Brainstorms More Marketing Initiatives Could a Local Entertainment Promotion Fund take off?

Jon Muq Album Release, Hole in the Wall Anniversary, and More Crucial Concerts All manner of sounds for every ear

SCREENS

Culture Clash: Paper Cuts Combines Literature and Film

Indie bookstore pairs with indie cinema to celebrate the joy of interdisciplinary art and prioritizing community

by Gabrielle Hogan

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Inside Out 2, Robot Dreams, and Tuesday

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Austin Film Festival to Honor Shōgun Writers UT alum Rachel Kondo and husband Justin Marks lauded for FX hit

Into the Woods: Ishana Night Shyamalan on Fantasy-Horror The Watchers What one rainy fieldtrip taught her about Ireland

The 20-Year Overnight Success of Glen Powell Hollywood’s newest A-lister – according to the directors who knew him first and best

Kingcast Host and Online Film Journalism Legend Scott Wampler Dies Film community and filmmakers praise the Austin film lover

Viggo Mortensen Looks Homeward in The Dead Don’t Hurt How his Western centers women’s struggles over men’s wars

ARTS & CULTURE

Review: “Flatland Revisited” at Lydia Street Gallery

Dreaming young girls and reimagined worlds run rampant in Deanna Miesch’s solo exhibit

by Meher Qazilbash

Review: “Flatland Revisited” at Lydia Street Gallery

Dreaming young girls and reimagined worlds run rampant in Deanna Miesch’s solo exhibit

by Meher Qazilbash

Theatre Review: King of Hearts Alchemy Theatre’s production full of heart despite sticky story material

Memorial for Austin Sci-Fi Legend Howard Waldrop Announced A chance to celebrate the lion of Texas sci-fi short stories

Caroline Bowman and the Kinder Side of Elsa in Disney's Frozen How the Broadway in Austin show finds the heart of the ice queen

Inside the Small Presses Driving Austin’s Literary Scene Meet the local small presses committed to publishing diverse literature

Proms, Humps, and Queerbombs Highlight This Weekend's Events 21 ways to get out of the house

COLUMNS

Austin Chronic: The Many Crusades of Adam Reposa

Months after being raided, lawyer continues to taunt the courts, the cops, and Ken Paxton

by Kevin Curtin

The Off Beat: Hole in the Wall Celebrates 50 Years of Being an Austin Music Incubator

The Drag’s final girl plots a monthlong golden anniversary celebration

by Carys Anderson

Qmmunity: Blasphemy Baby

Asking my haters to please use their hateration to combat more pressing issues

by James Scott

Day Trips: Dining in Bastrop

Three downtown Bastrop cafes that will wow you

by Gerald E. McLeod