Austin Sanders

Senior Staff Writer

Austin was born and raised in and around Austin, and now’s he covering City Hall for the Chronicle. The City Hall touches on a range of topics, but Austin’s focus is housing, homelessness, public safety, and the justice system. He graduated Texas State University, with a B.S. in Journalism and has previously written for the Statesman and online film publications.

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Following Court Ruling, City Manager Moves to Eliminate Secret Police File
Following Court Ruling, City Manager Moves to Eliminate Secret Police File
In memo, Broadnax outlines steps needed to eliminate G file

News, Sept. 13, 2024

In Crowded District 7 Race, Candidates’ Similarities Outweigh Differences
In Crowded District 7 Race, Candidates’ Similarities Outweigh Differences
Candidates talk environment, housing options, and public safety

News, Sept. 12, 2024

Former APD Leader Fired After Alleged Domestic Violence Is Denied Appeal
Former APD Leader Fired After Alleged Domestic Violence Is Denied Appeal
Jonathan Kringen attempted to overturn his firing

News, Sept. 11, 2024

In Austin’s Most Conservative District, Will the City’s Sole Republican Council Member Keep Her Seat?
In Austin’s Most Conservative District, Will the City’s Sole Republican Council Member Keep Her Seat?
Dem challenger hopeful that Kamala Harris momentum will turn tide

News, Sept. 5, 2024

Judge Rules That City, APD Have “Unlawfully” Maintained Secret Police File
Judge Rules That City, APD Have “Unlawfully” Maintained Secret Police File
City must do away with the “G file” or appeal ruling

News, Aug. 30, 2024

City Council Countdown: Meet the Candidates
City Council Countdown: Meet the Candidates
Here’s one minute of information on each race

News, Aug. 29, 2024

City Hires Pricey Law Firm to Defend Discrimination Lawsuit From Former Cop
City Hires Pricey Law Firm to Defend Discrimination Lawsuit From Former Cop
Plaintiff says spend it on a settlement instead

News, Aug. 28, 2024

City Council Wrestles Over Emergency Funds in This Year’s Budget
City Council Wrestles Over Emergency Funds in This Year’s Budget
Council reduced reserve by less than 1% to fund programs

News, Aug. 22, 2024

Most of Austin’s Police Oversight Investigators Are Former Law Enforcement. Advocates Fear They Can’t Be Impartial.
Most of Austin’s Police Oversight Investigators Are Former Law Enforcement. Advocates Fear They Can’t Be Impartial.
Civilian oversight pro: Ex-cops investigating cops is common

News, Aug. 22, 2024

Top Executive Over Police, Fire, EMS Set to Leave City Hall
Top Executive Over Police, Fire, EMS Set to Leave City Hall
Bruce Mills was one of Jesús Garza’s “interim” hires

News, Aug. 15, 2024

Money City Could Spend on Community Programs Likely Going to Police Raises
Money City Could Spend on Community Programs Likely Going to Police Raises
Council set to adopt next year’s budget on Wednesday

News, Aug. 13, 2024

Police Contract, Court Ruling to Settle Lingering Police Oversight Questions
Police Contract, Court Ruling to Settle Lingering Police Oversight Questions
In the courtroom and the bargaining room where it happens

News, Aug. 8, 2024

The New Police Chief Was Respected in Cincinnati. Will Austin Feel the Same?
The New Police Chief Was Respected in Cincinnati. Will Austin Feel the Same?
Lisa Davis gets officially sworn in

News, Aug. 8, 2024

Lisa Davis, Cincinnati Assistant Chief, Selected as Austin’s Next Police Chief
Lisa Davis, Cincinnati Assistant Chief, Selected as Austin’s Next Police Chief
Council to take confirmation vote next week

News, Aug. 2, 2024

President Biden Rolls Out Supreme Court Reform in Austin
President Biden Rolls Out Supreme Court Reform in Austin
Biden marks 60 years since Civil Rights Act with new proposal

News, Aug. 1, 2024

Unionized Workers at Airport Businesses Could Strike Next Month
Unionized Workers at Airport Businesses Could Strike Next Month
Meanwhile, Hyatt employees claim retaliation over unionizing

News, Aug. 1, 2024

Austin Police Chief Finalists Meet the Public
Austin Police Chief Finalists Meet the Public
City Manager T.C. Broadnax will soon announce his pick

News, July 25, 2024

Study on Austin Murders Finds Random Shootings Rare. City Says Police Alternatives Can Help.
Study on Austin Murders Finds Random Shootings Rare. City Says Police Alternatives Can Help.
City collaborates with nonprofits to stop violence

News, July 18, 2024

City Council to Initiate Planning for Climate Change Bond Package
City Council to Initiate Planning for Climate Change Bond Package
The bond would go before voters in 2025 or 2026

News, July 18, 2024

City Council Prepares to Send Charter Amendments to Voters
City Council Prepares to Send Charter Amendments to Voters
Changes to petition elections coming to your ballot

News, July 11, 2024

City Manager Will Present His Proposed Budget
City Manager Will Present His Proposed Budget
Community groups begin fight for more equitable budget

News, July 3, 2024

Assessing the Underwhelming Field of APD Chief Candidates
Assessing the Underwhelming Field of APD Chief Candidates
Nearly three dozen people applied. Will any make the cut?

News, June 27, 2024

Charges Dropped Against Austin Cop Who Killed Michael Ramos
Charges Dropped Against Austin Cop Who Killed Michael Ramos
A jury was deadlocked in Christopher Taylor case last year

News, June 26, 2024

Community Organizer Doug Greco Challenges Kirk Watson
Community Organizer Doug Greco Challenges Kirk Watson
Mayor’s race shaping up to be Watson vs. three other liberals

News, June 20, 2024

Court Ruling Could Kill the Austin Police Department’s Secret Misconduct File
Court Ruling Could Kill the Austin Police Department’s Secret Misconduct File
The G file has its day in court

News, June 19, 2024

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

News, June 6, 2024

County Mental Health Provider Union Says Bosses Should Explain Firing Decisions
County Mental Health Provider Union Says Bosses Should Explain Firing Decisions
They’re demanding new policies around dismissals

News, May 30, 2024

APD Cleared Officers Who Fatally Shot Man With Baby in the Car. His Family Wants Jury to See Internal Investigation Records.
APD Cleared Officers Who Fatally Shot Man With Baby in the Car. His Family Wants Jury to See Internal Investigation Records.
A federal lawsuit raises questions about APD’s internal probe

News, May 30, 2024

Meet the New Man Leading the City of Austin
Meet the New Man Leading the City of Austin
City Manager Broadnax discusses police, homelessness, and more

News, May 30, 2024

With HOME, Council Cuts Lot Size Requirements for First Time in 80 Years
With HOME, Council Cuts Lot Size Requirements for First Time in 80 Years
Smaller lots, more apartments, towers near transit

News, May 23, 2024

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