The Eighth Street Survivors

They came out to protest police brutality. They were met by a life-altering wave of police violence. Eight months later, they still await justice and change.

"...updated since publication with new information concerning the shooting of Justin Howell...."

Feb. 5, 2021 News Feature by Brant Bingamon

So You Want to Redistrict Austin?

The process – and what’s at stake – with redrawing our City Council districts

"...Maria Solis didn't want to be a member of the commission that drew Austin's first single-­member Council districts...."

Sept. 18, 2020 News Feature by Lilli Hime

When Did the Single-Family Home Go From Being the American Dream to an Urbanist Nightmare?

One policy wonk's view of how we got here

"...Well, Austin is once again locked in one of our emotionally brutal and seemingly endless civic disputes, this..."

Feb. 7, 2020 News Feature by Daryl Slusher

City Hall Gets Better at the Basic Business of Budgeting

Early indicators are good, but difficult fiscal conversations linger

"...The all-in pocketbook impact of the new budget's spending for the "typical" Austin resident..."

Aug. 16, 2019 News Feature by Mike Clark-Madison

The Next Austin Bust

Will it be bad? Can we be ready? Or should we not care?

"...– Austin was barely dented by the Great Recession of a decade ago, continuing to grow in population throughout..."

March 8, 2019 News Feature by Mike Clark-Madison

NAACP Issues “Clarion Call” to City Government

Linder challenges city to “quit talking” about equity and “send money”

"...Council for not providing resources to carry out longtime quality of life initiatives to benefit minority residents. “We’ve had..."

Aug. 10, 2017 News Post by Michael King

AISD: Refilling the School Board

Candidates jockey to fill Saldaña's seat

"...The Austin Independent School Dis­trict's board of trustees is moving quickly to replace Paul Saldaña after..."

May 19, 2017 News Feature by Richard Whittaker

Follow the Money

City attempts to keep up with growing need for services

"...prepared for the FY 2016 budget discussion, a number of groups began a concerted effort to convince them to..."

Oct. 23, 2015 News Feature by Amy Kamp

Council Budget Afterthoughts

Council members offer post-approval thoughts on FY 2016 budget

"...I'm proud of this budget and this council. The budget substantially increases..."

Sept. 18, 2015 News Post by Michael King

Protect and Preserve

How can we keep Austin's cultural heritage authentic?

"...social media, as these things do. On the weekend of June 20, reports and rumors flew. Two beloved clubs..."

July 24, 2015 News Feature by Cindy Widner

Collateral Damage

Assessing the cost of service for minority veterans

"...Evidence of homelessness is easy to come by in Austin –..."

July 17, 2015 News Feature by Kahron Spearman

Connecting a Whole Community

Austin and Google Fiber move to bridge the digital divide

"...From a quiet room at the back corner of the DeWitty Job Training Center on Rose­wood Avenue, the..."

Jan. 23, 2015 News Feature by Mary Tuma

Chronicle Endorsements

"...the Chronicle editorial board's endorsements for the Dec. 16 run-off election. See more info at austinchronicle.com/elections. Austin City Council..."

Nov. 28, 2014 News Feature

AISD Board

Endorsements for AISD board of trustees

"...Chronicle's recommendations for the Austin Independent School District board of trustees, where a dramatic changeover in policy leadership will..."

Oct. 17, 2014 News Feature by The Chronicle Editorial Board

Council: About Those Tax Bills ...

Vested rights returns to agenda

"...One headliner that day will be the third reading of the "vested development rights" (grandfathering) ordinance, so peppered with..."

June 6, 2014 News Feature by Michael King

Working 'The Corner'

Neighbors and officials plan one more effort to save the neighborhood around 12th and Chicon

"...Avenue, in Central East Austin, about a block south of the intersection of East 12th and Chicon streets, the..."

July 13, 2012 News Feature by Jordan Smith

Fairness, Consistency, Safety

Rosemary Lehmberg defends her record

"...Rosemary Lehmberg: Lots. You know, one of the things I've tried to do – not only..."

Jan. 20, 2012 News Feature

'An Independent Person'

A Conversation With Randi Shade

"...the race for Place 3, in the June 18 run-off with Kathie Tovo. At her announcement, Shade said she..."

June 3, 2011 News Feature by Michael King

'Point Austin' Missed Point

"...has become a full-fledged partner in City Hall’s crime of avoiding reality. Akwasi Evans, at NokoaNewspaper.com, laid it out:..."

March 15, 2011 Postmarks

City Hall Hustle: New Lease on Quality of Life

Steering away from the turbulence of the past

"...It was easy to miss the recommendations from the African American Resource Advisory Commission during last City Council meeting...."

Dec. 17, 2010 News Column by Wells Dunbar

Res Publica

Citizens' calendar, Jan. 28-Feb. 4

"...HOMELESS COUNT VOLUNTEERS NEEDED ECHO, a coalition of local organizations working on homelessness, needs help tallying homeless..."

Jan. 29, 2010 News Feature

ARA Accomplishments

"...article about Austin Revitalization Authority is any real account of our accomplishments over the years, which I believe should..."

Aug. 7, 2009 Postmarks

Highland Mall Hysteria Over Texas Relays

Has reaction to Relays weekend revealed Austin's true colors?

"...finish Saturday afternoon. Other than battling strong winds, the high-profile track-and-field events at the University of Texas' Myers Stadium..."

April 10, 2009 News Feature by Wells Dunbar

Tracking Cap Metro's Eastward Proposal

The Green Line takes conceptual shape

"...in May by the Transit Working Group. That committee of the Capital Area Metropolitan Planning Organization will meet to..."

Sept. 12, 2008 News Feature by Katherine Gregor

Hispanics Receive Preferential Treatment From the City

"...Dear Editor, The city of Austin plans to spend upwards $700,000 of taxpayer money..."

May 12, 2008 Postmarks

Naked City

News briefs from Austin, the region, and elsewhere

"...• AISD Superintendent Pat Forgione, anticipating the possible closure of Johnston High School next year under state sanctions, met..."

May 9, 2008 News Feature

Beside the Point

It's nickel-and-dime time at City Hall

"...and a five-year financial forecast. And there's no shortage of disquieting indicators. As Brewster McCracken was telling anybody with..."

April 25, 2008 News Column by Wells Dunbar

Top 10 Toby Moments

Where Have All the Flowers Gone?

"...Is her journey ours? The evolution of Toby Futrell mirrors and personalizes Austin's transformation from stoned,..."

Jan. 4, 2008 News Feature by Wells Dunbar

Naked City

"...Quote of the Week..."

Aug. 24, 2007 News Feature

Naked City

"...Quote of the Week"You know, when I was raised, I didn't..."

March 23, 2007 News Feature

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