In a Thankless Year, 20 Austinites We're Thankful for in 2020

We single out some locals who have given us hope

"...This Thanksgiving just isn't the same...."

Nov. 27, 2020 Features Feature by Robert Faires

Now Streaming in Austin: "Austin, Texas, March 20-23, 2020"

Empty Austin caught in a remarkable record of where we are now

"...Welcome to Now Streaming in Austin, highlighting locally-made titles to watch while self-quarantining...."

March 31, 2020 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Day Trips: Coming in 2020 Across Texas

What Capt. Day Trips is looking forward to in the new year

"...have been hellbent for a number of years on changing the look of the site of the 1836 battle...."

Jan. 10, 2020 Column by Gerald E. McLeod

Keeping Life Queer in 2020

A Guide to Gifting Queerly for the coming decade

"...Like clockwork, the season of gifting is once again upon us, and once again we..."

Dec. 5, 2019 Qmmunity Post by Sarah Marloff

Vision 2020: Austin Books We're Looking Forward to in the New Year

Some local writers' books due out in 2020 we're eager to read

"...Austin has about as many writers as it does musicians,..."

Jan. 9, 2020 Arts Post by Robert Faires

ACL Festival Cancels 2020 Event

Citing safety concerns, organizers look forward to 2021

"...In an announcement that comes as no surprise to anyone..."

July 1, 2020 Music Post by Kevin Curtin

Qmmunity’s 2020 Guide to Gifting Queerly and Locally

Gifting queer cheer after one helluva year

"...It’d be an understatement to call 2020 a $hit$how of a year. If there’s one thing..."

Dec. 3, 2020 Qmmunity Post by Beth Sullivan

Dana DeBeauvoir Fought for Election Access in a Year of Barriers

"..."I'm working on it," Dana DeBeauvoir told Wired magazine earlier this..."

Nov. 27, 2020 Features Feature by Michael King

What You Need to Know About U.S. Senate and House Races in Texas

Early voting in Texas starts Feb. 18, 2020. Here's the view from atop your Texas primary ballot.

"...go to press this first week of December, early voting in the 2020 Texas primaries is only a couple..."

Dec. 6, 2019 News Feature by Michael King

D.A. José Garza Dismisses Charges Against 17 Officers Indicted for 2020 Protest Response

D.A., City ask feds to investigate Austin Police Department

"...today, Dec. 4, that his office would dismiss charges against 17 of the 21 Austin police officers indicted for..."

Dec. 4, 2023 News Post by Austin Sanders

Office of Police Oversight Puts Its Difficulties With APD Leadership in Writing

Report offers insight into limitations OPO faces in doing its work

"...The city of Austin Office of Police Oversight's first annual report, released June..."

June 25, 2021 News Feature by Austin Sanders

Hung Jury in Christoper Taylor Murder Trial Means New Trial in 2024

Taylor killed Michael Ramos in 2020, D.A. will retry case

"...November 15: Austin police Officer Christopher Taylor was not convicted of murder..."

Dec. 15, 2023 News Feature by Austin Sanders

The War for Change in Kandahar

How Austin filmmaker Ric Roman Waugh made the first major Western film in Saudi Arabia since Lawrence of Arabia

"...Ric Roman Waugh doesn't do anything easy. A former stunt coordinator, the Austin-based filmmaker made..."

May 26, 2023 Screens Feature by Richard Whittaker

SXSW’s ‘What’s In a Metaverse?’: A Brief & Somewhat Biased Recap

These Are the Avatars In Your Neighborhood

"...“What’s in a metaverse?”..."

March 17, 2022 SXSW Post by Memory Harker

Hays County’s Overwhelmed Jail System in Dire Shape, Advocates Say

Some inmates are waiting years to see their day in court

"...The first time Hays County Jail officials rushed Melvin Nicholas to the hospital was Feb. 18, 2021. The..."

Sept. 9, 2022 News Feature by Brant Bingamon

Blue Starlite Downtown Drive-In Hit by Robbers

Projection equipment stolen, sending screens dark

"...In a shocking blow to the Blue Starlite Mini Urban..."

Jan. 20, 2023 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

With More Pro-Voucher Republicans Elected, What’s Next in the Fight Over School Vouchers

Dems look to flip Republican seats in the November election

"...One of the most pleasant memories from last year’s..."

July 12, 2024 News Feature by Brant Bingamon

Trial Over Murder of Mike Ramos Will Proceed in Austin, Judge Decides

Defendant didn’t prove too much prejudice in the county

"...The murder trial involving Austin Police Officer Christopher Taylor for his on-duty killing..."

Sept. 15, 2023 News Post by Austin Sanders

Qmmunity: OUTsider Festival Returns In Person

Queer transmedia arts fest kicks off Feb. 16-20

"...Out and proud. Austin's beloved queer transmedia festival OUTsider returns in person for..."

Feb. 4, 2022 Column by Beth Sullivan

Students Tackled, 20 Arrested at Peaceful Pro-Palestine Protest at UT-Austin

State troopers, APD, and UT police violently disperse crowd

"...This morning at 11:40am, hundreds of peaceful UT student protesters were..."

April 24, 2024 News Post by Lina Fisher

20th Annual Team of Texas 4000 for Cancer Crosses Finish Line in Alaska

UT-Austin students complete 4,000-mile bike ride

"...After nearly traversing the entirety of the United States and Canada, the..."

Aug. 20, 2024 News Post by Aaron Sullivan

L'Oca d'Oro Owners Advocate for Change and Support in the Austin Food Community

"...of accolade and redirect your attention to Good Work Austin. So we'll do that, too. But first you should..."

Nov. 27, 2020 Features Feature by Jessi Cape

Self Portraits, Carnivals, and Cannibalism in Our Recommended Events

The weekend in arts and culture

"...Thursday 27, AFS Cinema..."

March 28, 2025 Arts Feature by James Scott

How Much Should an Ounce of Weed Cost in Austin?

This week’s super-sized The Austin Chronic tackles the tough questions about cannabis in Central Texas

"...April’s the month I feel most lucky to live in Austin, Texas: perfect temps, native plants in bloom, and..."

April 18, 2025 Arts Feature by Kevin Curtin

Jury Currently Deadlocked in Officer Christopher Taylor Murder Trial

If they can't decide, case will end in a mistrial

"...The Chronicle will be in the courtroom and provide ongoing coverage of the Christopher..."

Nov. 13, 2023 News Post by Austin Sanders

New Reservoirs Should Curb Boil Water Notices in South Austin

Austin Water staffing improves but drought will get worse

"...In light of the rising number of boil water notices..."

May 26, 2023 News Post by Lina Fisher

Bianca Del Rio Targets Austin in It’s Jester Joke

Nothing’s off-limits in her comedy tour, at Moody Theatre Nov. 7

"...Move over Pennywise, we’ve got a new clown in town. Season six RuPaul’s Drag Race winner and comedy..."

Oct. 30, 2019 Qmmunity Post by A. Micah Mills

10 New Year’s Eve To-Go Drink Options in Austin

Keep your festivities well-watered and safe at home

"...please don’t drop the ball. Local coronavirus restrictions are in Stage 5, meaning no going out if you can..."

Dec. 29, 2020 Food Post by David Brendan Hall

Texas Congressional Hopeful Pete Sessions Tangled Up in Ukraine

D.C. bust connects foreign hustlers, Giuliani, and “Congressman-1”

"...Recently, defeated GOP Congressman Pete Sessions went shopping for a new political venue: part-Austin TX-17. In light..."

Oct. 10, 2019 News Post by Michael King

Faster Than Sound: Don’t DM Me, Vote in the Austin Music Poll!

The Austin Music Poll is open all month. Go vote – online!

"...Last year's Austin Music Awards, held at the Moody Theater on March..."

Jan. 15, 2021 Music Column by Rachel Rascoe

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