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

Inside one of APD’s most-celebrated divisions

"...not force clients to do anything they are not comfortable doing (like providing a statement to support an investigation)...."

April 19, 2024 News Feature by Austin Sanders

Austin ISD Celebrates Hiring of New Superintendent

And worries about slow progress in reading, math

"...district’s complex needs, his clear communication style, and his affable nature endeared him to the trustees. In November, the..."

Feb. 2, 2024 News Feature by Brant Bingamon

The Debate Over How and Whether to Jail Kids in Austin Is Just Getting Started

Travis County proposes a new facility to hold kids accused of crimes

"...Johnson, from the Juvenile Public Defender’s Office, who was able to comfort him. After a judge declared Wallace an..."

Jan. 26, 2024 News Feature by Brant Bingamon

Free Will Astrology

Your weekly horoscope, February 3-9

"...exaggerating? I'm not. Here's the catch: You may be able to open only one door before the magic spell..."

Feb. 3, 2023 Column by Rob Brezsny

Council Considers How Fast to Move on Land Development Code Reform

Sometimes the tortoise loses

"...program, which will further relax compatibility in exchange for affordable housing...."

Dec. 2, 2022 News Feature by Austin Sanders

Big, Contentious Austin Energy Rate Hike Finally Arrives at Council

Power for the people?

"...are a number of issues Coffman takes with AE's assessment of its revenue requirement, outlined in the ICA's exceptions..."

Nov. 25, 2022 News Feature by Lina Fisher

Why AISD Wants and Needs a $2.4 Billion Bond Program

Equity is not cheap

"...impact on the taxpayer is going to be barely noticeable (a 1-cent increase to the district's debt-service rate). Should..."

Oct. 7, 2022 News Feature by Mike Clark-Madison

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

Some inmates are waiting years to see their day in court

"...the seven months since, Nicholas says he has been unable to get jail administrators to provide him with meals..."

Sept. 9, 2022 News Feature by Brant Bingamon

What’s a Grand Jury, and Is It Being Manipulated to Indict Police Officers?

More cops are being indicted, but why all the secrecy?

"...aggravated assault by a public servant, a first-degree felony punishable by five years to life in prison. He described..."

June 24, 2022 News Feature by Brant Bingamon

Be It Flood or Fire, Austin Is Preparing for Disasters to Come

Austin residents must be prepared for hell or high water

"...in both weather conditions and the amount of vegetation available to fuel a wildfire – 2022 has already exceeded..."

May 27, 2022 News Feature by Lina Fisher

Council Considers Fuentes’ Call to Slow Down AUS Fuel Project

New tanks to be located directly opposite Southeast neighborhood

"...feet of a residence) and conduct a local environmental assessment that would go deeper than the federally required review..."

April 8, 2022 News Feature by Austin Sanders

Opinion: PACE Program May Provide Pandemic Lifeline to Businesses, Nonprofits, Private Schools

Travis County Commissioner Brigid Shea and Travis County Tax Assessor-Collector Bruce Elfant make the case for a clean energy program

"...repayment, usually 20 to 30 years, through a property assessment. They literally pay for themselves...."

Oct. 1, 2021 Column by Brigid Shea

Free Will Astrology

Your weekly horoscope, August 20-26

"...to enjoy extra treats and privileges. According to my assessment of the astrological omens, you now have the right..."

Aug. 20, 2021 Column by Rob Brezsny

A DIY Approach to Helping the Unhoused Pays Off at Camp Esperanza

No funding? No resources? No problem.

"...I have a strong support network and I was able to use that tool. I got off easy. So..."

July 23, 2021 News Feature by Brant Bingamon

Austin Looks for Routes Out of Its Homelessness Crisis

Under pressure, the city experiments with fast and sustainable strategies

"...only one known outbreak among people living together without stable housing – at Downtown's Salvation Army group shelter, which..."

July 9, 2021 News Feature by Austin Sanders

hellsite.austin.gov

Everything needs to be online now. Austin is a world-renowned tech capital. Why can’t the city get it right?

"...slap to the face. "There are currently no appointments available. As of 11:40pm, our scheduling system has run into..."

June 11, 2021 News Feature by Brant Bingamon

Far From Respectable: Dave Hickey and His Art

In this new book, the iconoclastic art critic gets the respect he deserves

"...In Daniel Oppenheimer's new book, Far From Respectable: Dave Hickey and His Art, we get an up-close..."

May 28, 2021 Arts Feature by Barbara Purcell

The Opportunity to Reimagine Public Safety Is Here Right Now. Will Austin Take It?

“We want everything that can be done outside of the police, to be done outside of the police.”

"..."We are ready to hold you accountable for what you all have said here today –..."

April 30, 2021 News Feature by Brant Bingamon

AISD’s Special Education System Struggles to Keep Up

School system tries to keep up with its workload and comply with legal mandates

"...had even more questions. Her son would become incredibly uncomfortable when he confronted changing situations, and he had even..."

Feb. 26, 2021 News Feature by Clara Ence Morse

Manley Makes His Exit

Police chief's 30-year career at APD will end March 28

"...in the Child Abuse Unit was where he was able to make the most difference. Reflecting on his experience..."

Feb. 19, 2021 News Feature by Austin Sanders

Free Will Astrology

Your weekly horoscope, January 29 - February 4

"...you Aquarians in the coming weeks. According to my assessment of your astrological potentials, you can, if you want,..."

Jan. 29, 2021 Column by Rob Brezsny

ProLodges Saves and Changes Some of Austin's Most Vulnerable Lives

Can the city keep them open?

"...A comfortable, secure place to sleep is just one of the..."

Jan. 1, 2021 News Feature by Austin Sanders

A Path Toward Permanent Housing in North Austin

Council approves funding for Espero at Rutland

"...experiencing homelessness in Austin; the Vecino Group, a national affordable housing developer that has built similar supportive housing projects..."

Dec. 25, 2020 News Feature by Austin Sanders

UT Research Reinforces Anti-Racism at Austin Water

Making equity flow

"...of Austin Water as part of its citywide equity assessment, which grew into AW's Racial Equity Plan. In the..."

Oct. 30, 2020 News Feature by Lina Fisher

Free Will Astrology

Your weekly horoscope, July 10-16

"...other hand, the homework has been at least as pleasurable as it has been painful. I expect these trends..."

July 10, 2020 Column by Rob Brezsny

A Question of Compassion for Travis County's Family Violence Court

A woman alleged rape. The man she accused went free. Should his attorney run our court?

"...If we offer something the other side thinks is excludable under the rape shield law, they object and the..."

June 19, 2020 News Feature by Sarah Marloff

Following Protests, Expect a Jump in COVID-19 Cases

City releases new metric for judging stages of risk, and promises better outreach to communities of color

"...protests, please go to our website and take the assessment and sign up for a test," said APH Director..."

June 5, 2020 News Feature by Kimberley Jones and Beth Sullivan

Austin COVID-19 Public Testing Enrollment Is Now Available Online

System identifies who needs a test now; no physician visit required

"...COVID-19 was confirmed in Travis County, Austinites are finally able to place themselves in the testing queue for the..."

April 23, 2020 News Post by Mike Clark-Madison

March Primary Election Coverage Live Blog

Travis County awaits Super Tuesday election results

"...So far, MJ Hegar has held onto a comfortable lead in the race for U.S. Senate; the race..."

March 3, 2020 News Post by News Staff

Is There an Equity Audit in AISD’s Future?

More analysis, debate likely before future school closures

"...would need board approval to proceed. Hawley wouldn't be able to do the work herself since she intends for..."

Dec. 27, 2019 News Feature by Austin Sanders

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