As Early Voting Ends, Here's What We're Watching in Austin's Nov. 2 Election

Proposition A PACs finance reports and what's on the ballot for outlying areas

"...Early Voting: Could Be Worse..."

Oct. 29, 2021 News Feature by Mike Clark-Madison and Austin Sanders

Understanding Prop A & B and the Policing Paradigm Shift on the Ballot

May vote could revolutionize civilian oversight

"...When Austin voters cast their ballots in the upcoming May 6..."

April 20, 2023 News Post by Austin Sanders

Brigid Shea: 'A Proven Leader'

Brigid Shea sits down for a Q&A on a wide range of city topics

"...Austin Chronicle: Let's talk about your key qualifications in running..."

April 27, 2012 News Feature by Amy Smith

A New Jail for Travis County?

County moves forward with new women's building despite vote to delay and community outcry

"...Lauren Johnson knows what it's like to be booked into..."

Sept. 7, 2018 News Feature by Lindsay Stafford Mader

Record Turnout in Run-Off Election Pushes Democratic Party Toward Change

State and local races show the blue getting bluer

"...Surf's up for Texas Democrats, as the building blue wave of voter enthusiasm..."

July 17, 2020 News Feature by the News Staff

Chronicle Endorsements for the March 3 Primary Election

From local judges and representatives to the presidential candidate, here are our recommendations

"...The Chronicle Editorial Board offers the following endorsements to registered Democrats in..."

Feb. 14, 2020 News Feature

March Primary Election Coverage Live Blog

Travis County awaits Super Tuesday election results

"...It's one of the most momentous elections in Texas history. Who will claim the state's big..."

March 3, 2020 News Post by News Staff

Tales From Early Voting and More Before the July 14 Election

Last-minute jostling before election day

"...Dispatches From Early Voting..."

July 10, 2020 News Feature by Beth Sullivan

Still Looking for a Home

Austin searches once again for a comprehensive solution for homelessness

"...Travis County's Patient No. 1 lives behind a cloak of..."

Nov. 30, 2012 News Feature by Mike Kanin

Election Notes

District 6, mobility fits, and complaints of campaign thrift

"...It's All About the Money: The award for most masochistic press..."

Oct. 28, 2016 News Feature by Richard Whittaker

10-1 Ticker... Run-off Election Updates!

Never a dull moment

"...The Steve Adler campaign has gone after opponent Mike Martinez's "fight for..."

Dec. 5, 2014 News Feature by the News Staff

10-1 Ticker... Run-Off Election Updates!

The end is near

"...Let's Talk About It: The two mayoral candidates continued to lob..."

Dec. 12, 2014 News Feature by the News Staff

The Hightower Report

Stamping Out the Free Press; and Democracy v. ZIP Code 10021

"...STAMPING OUT THE FREE PRESS At last, Washington officials are..."

May 4, 2007 News Column by Jim Hightower

The Mayor’s Race Offers Clear Choices on How Austin Should Grow

Election marks a critical juncture on the way to Austin's future

"...Austin's next mayor will only serve two years before facing..."

Oct. 14, 2022 News Feature by Austin Sanders

Postmarks

Our readers talk back.

"...Censorship Denies Reality..."

Nov. 19, 2004 Column

Postmarks

Our readers talk back.

"...A Special Journey..."

Dec. 22, 2000 Column

Miles to Go

A transportation bond package combining roads and light rail is planned for November.

"...Now is the time for all good transportation projects to come to the aid of..."

March 10, 2000 News Feature by Mike Clark-Madison

The Usual Suspects

The first year of the Will Wynn era closes to very mixed reviews, as Austinites wonder whether the city leadership is floundering.

"...Last year, when Will Wynn became our city's 50th mayor,..."

July 9, 2004 News Feature by Mike Clark-Madison

West Side Showdown

The new political year begins with a four-way speed race for House District 48

"...The 2006 election cycle in Texas will be given an early test..."

Jan. 13, 2006 News Feature by Amy Smith

Lege Lines: Texas GOP Tees up More Voter ID Nonsense

Secretary of State issues election advisory, ignites right-wing voter fraud frenzy

"...When newly appointed Texas Secretary of State David Whitley (until recently a..."

Feb. 1, 2019 News Feature by Mary Tuma

Geopolitical Fault Lines

Austin's latest attempt at single-member districts is getting a mixed response

"...Austin City Council inauguration ceremonies don't generally include political speeches...."

July 6, 2012 News Feature by Josh Rosenblatt

Shortchanged

A lot of belt tightening and creative thinking make getting by with low dollars possible for AISD

"...The Austin Independent School District's coffers have never been fuller. That's..."

Sept. 4, 2015 News Feature by Richard Whittaker

Riding the Pinwheel

The GOP redraws the map of Texas – brazenly sidestepping most of the state's newest voters

"...Outside a committee hearing room during the 82nd Texas Legislature, I..."

Aug. 26, 2011 News Feature by Lee Nichols

Greg Casar and Eddie Rodriguez Fight for the Progressive Mantle in TX-35

The two candidates race to the left

"...For the first time in a decade, voters in Texas' 35th congressional district will nominate..."

Feb. 4, 2022 News Feature by Austin Sanders

Postmarks

Our readers talk back.

"...More to the Villas Story..."

Feb. 8, 2002 Column

District 47

"...We couldn't have dreamed up a better story: three of the four..."

Feb. 23, 1996 News Feature

Deep Divisions in Texas' Powerful Anti-Choice Movement

Battle reflects Lege’s growing extremism

"...When the state health department debated its latest abortion restriction – a..."

April 6, 2018 News Feature by Mary Tuma

Naked City

"...Quote of the Week "That big plan for a permanent Republican majority? It crawled..."

Nov. 10, 2006 News Feature

Postmarks

Our readers talk back.

"...Goetz Speaks for Villas..."

Feb. 1, 2002 Column

The Electoral Collage

Single-Member Debate

"...Single-member districts have been the great white whale of modern Austin politics...."

June 25, 1999 News Feature by Mike Clark-Madison

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