Headlines / Quote of the Week

"...Thu.-Fri., Nov. 25-26, in observance of Thanksgiving, including all Austin Public Library locations. Additionally, all trash, recycling, and compost..."

Nov. 26, 2021 News Feature

Public Notice: Masks Are Back!

Plus: a November vote on pot decriminalization?

"...initiative until July 2. But there it is: the Austin Freedom Act, aiming to get a city pot decriminalization..."

July 23, 2021 News Column by Nick Barbaro

Mayor Pro Tem Contest Kicks Off New Council Storylines

A leading role at City Hall?

"...The drawn-out debate to decide who will be Austin's next mayor pro tem will finally end next week,..."

Jan. 22, 2021 News Feature by Austin Sanders

Headlines

"...Expedite the Adoption: The Planning Commission just can't quit CodeNEXT. During Tuesday's meeting, Vice Chair Fayez Kazi and Commissioner..."

Aug. 17, 2018 News Feature

Headlines

"...CodeNEXT draft three – the proposed land development code overhaul..."

Feb. 9, 2018 News Feature

Council: Take a Deep Breath

Final spring session enters July break on a run

"...likely encompass informal progress on both budget preparation and CodeNEXT – today's meeting, June 22, carries a relatively light..."

June 23, 2017 News Feature by Michael King

Breaking the Cycle

Schools move to end teen dating violence

"...121, which added Section 37.0831 to the Texas Education Code. With this addition, it became mandatory for every school..."

Feb. 27, 2015 News Feature by Sarah Marloff

Council: Google Fiber, Music, Monuments, and More

CMs take on high speed Internet, but don't expect a quick meeting

"...that impact nearby residents; Item 33 addresses permitting and enforcement requirements for amplified sound; and Item 122 would allow..."

Aug. 23, 2013 News Feature by Amy Smith

Civics 101

"...ON-SITE SEWAGE FACILITY ORDIN­ANCE Austin Water is hosting two meetings to discuss proposed rule..."

Aug. 16, 2013 News Column

Sixth Sense

Neighbors, business owners, and the city are all searching for the future of East Sixth Street

"...the music venues as a good thing for East Austin."..."

Feb. 24, 2012 News Feature by Mike Kanin

City Hall Hustle: Choose Your Battleground

From zoning to parking to water, the new council's got its contentious hands full

"...$2,500, while upping the ante on application criteria and enforcement. Related is Item 122, an executive session discussion between..."

July 29, 2011 News Column by Wells Dunbar

Computer Crash? Call a PI!

A new law pertaining to private investigators may inadvertently require your computer tech to take on a whole new career

"...IT firms from around the state, including local firm Austin PC Tech, are suing the board and board members..."

July 4, 2008 News Feature by Richard Whittaker

Billboard Battle Continues

Does keeping Austin scenic mean keeping the billboards right where they are?

"...advertisements away from the roadside. Now, the city of Austin's latest attempt to reduce the number of billboards has..."

May 2, 2008 News Feature by Richard Whittaker

Beside The Point

City Council racing to get tasks done before end of year

"...largely by its length: An upbeat update on the Austin Tech­nol­o­gy Incubator program, which helps nascent tech endeavors, drew..."

Dec. 7, 2007 News Column by Wells Dunbar

Naked City

"...executive committee voted Monday to sue the city of Austin and Lincoln Property Co., saying the site plan for..."

July 6, 2007 News Feature

Naked City

Headlines and happenings from Austin and beyond.

"...time, "Naked City" learned that Sheehan will come to Austin for a rally on Wed., Aug. 31, at 5pm...."

Aug. 26, 2005 News Feature by Lee Nichols

Naked City

Headlines and happenings from Austin and beyond

"...standard-bearer." – Independent gubernatorial candidate Kinky Friedman, to the Austin American-Statesman, on attempts to woo him to run as..."

Aug. 12, 2005 News Feature by Lee Nichols

Naked City

Headlines and happenings from Austin and beyond

"...and will hit the City Council Dec. 2. See "Austin @ Large," right...."

Nov. 26, 2004 News Feature by Mike Clark-Madison

Naked City

Headlines and happenings from Austin and beyond

"...praises of former foes in support of the Central Austin Combined Neighborhood Plan. See " Central Austin Plan: Love..."

May 14, 2004 News Feature by Mike Clark-Madison

Naked City

Headlines and happenings from Austin and beyond

"...Slaughter Lane has filed suit against the city of Austin and Stratus Properties. See p.20...."

Nov. 28, 2003 News Feature by Mike Clark-Madison

Policing Democracy

APA wants the courts to say whose law is the law of the land.

"...In a suit filed last week, the Austin Police Association union, the Combined Law Enforcement Associations of..."

Feb. 1, 2002 News Feature by Mike Clark-Madison

Postmarks

Our readers talk back.

"...today's Chron is good, but David Shelton's photo of Austin's Mardi Gras fracas at the top of page 28..."

May 11, 2001 Column

Urban on the Rocks

It's the Sprawl, Y'all

"...middle of the Desired Zone, formerly known as East Austin, voted against S.O.S. for precisely the same reason --..."

April 30, 1999 News Feature by Mike Clark-Madison

Naked City

Off the Desk:

"...lesbian parents — may be pulled from this year's Austin Gay & Lesbian International Film Festival. Responding to personal..."

Sept. 4, 1998 News Feature

What Else Can We Do?

"...Silicon Hills have been typically clueless about using technology, Austin's reputation as an EnviroMecca is routinely undercut by its..."

Oct. 17, 1997 News Feature

Naked City

Off the Desk:

"...Multimedia producer David Stansbury has jumped the Human Code ship to head up the editorial end of City..."

Nov. 8, 1996 News Feature

Naked City

"...blues, daiquiris, punk, stand-up comedy, gyros, or bare breasts? Austin's Planning and Development Department has chosen the bare breasts...."

July 7, 1995 News Feature

Texas GOP Gets Creative in Crusade Against Sex Education

Next target involves the criminal justice system

"...directly, the bills in question amend the Texas Penal Code in a way that could make teachers (and doctors..."

Feb. 14, 2025 News Feature by Austin Sanders

Headlines / Quote of the Week

"...a small construction company, is a member of the Austin Neighborhoods Council, and serves on the city’s Board of..."

Aug. 23, 2024 News Feature

Community Organizer Doug Greco Challenges Kirk Watson

Mayor’s race shaping up to be Watson vs. three other liberals

"...Central Texas legislators, and various community leaders throughout the Austin-Round Rock metro area...."

June 21, 2024 News Feature by Austin Sanders

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