SCOTUS Blocked Shackles in Court. What About Jail Cell Hearings in Austin?

Bail hearings in confinement are common in Travis County

"...Court proceedings with defendants in locked cells are the norm in Russia...."

April 22, 2024 News Post by Maggie Q. Thompson

Austin FC Steals Win in Houston With Rigoni Winner

Embattled DP comes up big with 86th-minute match-winning goal

"...Never doubt the power of green on 4/20. Austin FC captured its..."

April 21, 2024 Sports Post by Eric Goodman

Wrecking Mansions and Perfecting Accents With Abigail’s Directors

Tyler Gillett and Matt Bettinelli-Olpin take a bite out of vampires

"...If you missed vampires that fear stakes and sunlight, then Abigail is the movie for you. Director Tyler Gillett..."

April 20, 2024 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Point Austin: Trials of Our Would-Be Rulers Highlight the Limits of American Justice

In Trump and Paxton trials, the rules don’t apply

"...From 2005-2020, now-retired Austin Chronicle News Editor Michael King wrote about city and..."

April 19, 2024 News Post by Michael King

Austin ISD Fields Criticisms of Plan to Replace Nonprofit

Director of Austin Voices for Education and Youth suggests a fix

"...of City Council, are engaging in back-channel discussions with Austin ISD’s board of trustees...."

April 19, 2024 News Post by Brant Bingamon

In the Worst Moments of Austinites’ Lives, APD Victim Services Shows Up

Inside one of APD’s most-celebrated divisions

"...The 911 call that sticks with Lili Eguia more than..."

April 19, 2024 News Feature by Austin Sanders

Outside Law Firm Investigating APD Second-in-Command Over Texts

D.A. believes messages were attempt to gather dirt on his office

"...The city of Austin has opened an investigation into why..."

April 19, 2024 News Feature by Austin Sanders

VIDEO: Travis County Violating Rights by Barring Attorneys From Bail Hearings, ACLU Claims

Virtual hearings at times conducted through slots in jail cell doors

"...The judge and the jailer spoke over Zoom, the laptop..."

April 19, 2024 News Feature by Maggie Q. Thompson

Are All These New Smaller Houses Gonna Be Airbnbs?

It's on Council's to-do list, as city awaits lawsuit ruling

"...It’s possible that some homeowners may choose to utilize the changes Council is considering to add a property to..."

April 19, 2024 News Feature by Austin Sanders

Geto Gala, Two Step Inn, and a 420 Smokeout Headline Our Crucial Concerts

From country to hip-hop to sludge metal, get some ideas for your week in live music

"...Rock the Park: Geto Gala..."

April 19, 2024 Music Feature by Rachel Rascoe

Two Cents on Nickel City

"...Hello Austin Chroniclers, I hope the move is going swimmingly. Your..."

April 17, 2024 Postmarks

Road Woes Continue for Austin FC in Loss to St. Louis City

Season-long goal drought away from home drags on

"...After consecutive victories at Q2 Stadium, a return to the road meant a return to the doldrums for Austin..."

April 14, 2024 Sports Post by Eric Goodman

Austin Pets Alive! Workers File to Become Largest Animal Shelter Union in the U.S.

Working conditions “are the living conditions of the animals”

"...Back in 2022, when Austin was starting to become aware of its increasingly overcrowded..."

April 12, 2024 News Post by Lina Fisher

Legislators, NAACP, and Professors Condemn UT’s Mass Layoffs

At least 66 people have lost their jobs, and counting

"...At the Texas AFL-CIO headquarters Wednesday evening, legislators, the NAACP, and..."

April 11, 2024 News Post by Lina Fisher

Will Austin ISD Push Out a Highly Regarded Partner?

The district is proposing to give away family service centers

"...“There is a disconnect,” said Allen Weeks, executive director of..."

April 12, 2024 News Feature by Brant Bingamon

Sentimental Family Band Isn’t Hung Up on the High Times

The softie ex-art-rockers arrive at Austin’s honky-tonk revival

"...This is what Sagebrush was made for. The South Congress honky-tonk is full to the brim. Dancers..."

April 12, 2024 Music Feature by Rachel Rascoe

Movies, Comedians, Theatre, and More Arts Options for the Week

Get out and get art

"...The newest film from Austin’s Zellner brothers, about the tragic..."

April 12, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

As Statesman Reporters Were on Strike, Gannett Posted Their Jobs

And published anonymously written stories

"...Readers of the Gannett-owned Democrat & Chronicle in Rochester, N.Y., and the..."

April 12, 2024 News Feature by Lina Fisher

Tom Copeland, Behind-the-Scenes Powerhouse of Texas Film, Dies

Former Texas Film Commission executive director passed last Sunday

"...Texas filmmakers are mourning the loss of Tom Copeland, former executive director of the..."

April 10, 2024 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Kirk Watson Wants Four More Years

Mayor makes it official, announces 2024 re-election campaign

"...The once-again mayor is looking to earn another term. Kirk..."

April 10, 2024 News Post by Austin Sanders

No Beyoncé, Lots of Jelly Roll, and More Takeaways From the CMT Music Awards

Best and worst moments from the ceremony’s uneven Moody Center return

"...Toby Keith. A Phil Collins song was covered by the members of Little Big Town and Sugarland. Keith Urban..."

April 8, 2024 Music Post by Rachel Rascoe

Driussi Winner Powers Austin FC Past San Jose Earthquakes in Seven-Goal Thriller

RECAP: ATX defeats San Jose 4-3

"...There are good games. There are great games. Then there..."

April 7, 2024 Sports Post by Eric Goodman

Co-Founder of Local Org That Pushed for Cannabis Decriminalization Abruptly Replaced

Julie Oliver exits Ground Game, Catina Voellinger takes helm

"...wants to say exactly what happened, but Julie Oliver, the co-founder and executive director of Ground Game Texas, is..."

April 5, 2024 News Post by Brant Bingamon

Old Settler’s Music Festival Announces Last-Minute 2024 Comeback

The Spring Pickin’ Party runs May 9-12, despite property sale plans

"...on. After canceling its 2024 edition late last year, the long-running roots music event announced plans to return, May..."

April 4, 2024 Music Post by Carys Anderson

The Off Beat: Celebrating Nané Day, Two Years After Daniel Sahad’s Death

Soulful funk-rock band, with special guests, plays Empire April 7

"...The last time Ian Green played guitar for Nané was..."

April 5, 2024 Column by Carys Anderson

The Off Beat: KB Brookins’ Poetry Book-Turned-Art Exhibit

“Freedom House: An Exhibition” heads to Prizer Arts and Letters

"...Haters will call it confusing. Famously figurative, poetry remains the most discouragingly mystifying format in the literary sphere. But..."

April 5, 2024 Column by Carys Anderson

Austin ISD Ponders College Readiness at Area High Schools

Good examples are out there – can they be replicated?

"...Austin ISD wrapped up its look at the college readiness..."

April 5, 2024 News Feature by Brant Bingamon

Project Connect’s Paxton Problem

As new cost estimate and timeline are revealed, the project faces potential delays from the A.G. and a lawsuit

"...It’s become increasingly dubious since 2020 whether or not Austin’s major transit overhaul, Project Connect, will..."

April 5, 2024 News Feature by Lina Fisher

First-Ever Appraisal District Election Is Small Battle in GOP-Dem War Over Taxation in Texas

Elected Dem- or GOP-backed candidates would have outsized power over district

"...For the first time ever, voters across Texas will be asked..."

April 5, 2024 News Feature by Austin Sanders

UT-Austin Lays Off People in 60 DEI-Related Positions

Senator threatens legal action if schools don't comply with new law

"...At least 60 people have lost their jobs at UT-Austin as a direct result of the..."

April 2, 2024 News Post by Lina Fisher

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