Sen. Sarah Eckhardt Analyzes “Gunfire and Fireworks” of This Legislative Session

A Q&A with Austin’s progressive state senator

"...legislative session, the Chronicle sat down with Sarah Eckhardt, Austin’s progressive state senator, for an in-depth discussion of the..."

June 6, 2025 News Feature by Maggie Quinlan

The Texas Legislative Session Is Over. Here’s the Elephant in the Room

The state didn’t fill all our federal funding gaps

"...for treatments for poor patients? How will universities like UT-Austin attract and retain researchers after losing $50 million in..."

June 6, 2025 News Feature by Maggie Quinlan

Headlines / Quote of the Week

"...Were Those Austinites Really Gang Members?: During Trump’s first term, critics noted..."

June 6, 2025 News Feature

Qmmunity: For Those We’ll Never Meet

A much-needed mission reframing after Lege losses hit home

"...Tuesday Lim sets up at Austin Public Library’s Downtown location for this special Pride event..."

June 6, 2025 Column by James Scott

Headlines / Quote of the Week

"...pretty bad for researchers like those who work at UT-Austin. But the university is also dealing with attacks from..."

May 30, 2025 News Feature

THC Ban Imminent as Texas House Approves Prohibition Amendment

Fearmongering prevails over pro-business posture and rights of Texans

"...But the bill had been carried on a curious..."

May 30, 2025 Column by Kevin Curtin

KhushFest, Kung Fu, and Clueless in Our Recommended Events

You pretty much can't avoid culture this weekend

"...hell. Drag star Juno Birch spins on over to Austin in her space-age saucer, carrying with her tales from..."

May 30, 2025 Arts Feature by James Scott

Jump On It Organizer NOOK Turner’s 30-Year Fight to Preserve Eastside Black Culture

Rapper / promoter / activist goes long on his annual “Black Culture 360” event

"...city limits and you’ll hear some account of Old Austin’s superiority, but the Eastside’s continued gentrification and its rippling..."

May 30, 2025 Music Feature by Derek Udensi

Slime and Screams: Producer Matt Manjourides on the New Street Trash

The splatter punk sequel gets its Austin premiere

"...Now that sequel gets a special screening and its Austin premiere Saturday night at We Luv Video as part..."

May 23, 2025 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Celebrating Black Austin, Telling Stories, and Ducks Galore in This Weekend’s Events

Our arts and culture recommendations to keep you busy

"...more classics through Aug. 31.   – Kat McNevins Austin Sketch Fest..."

May 23, 2025 Arts Feature by James Scott

Headlines / Quote of the Week

"...just loves to write a headline that will piss Austinites off, WSJ posited this week that “Austin’s reign as..."

May 23, 2025 News Feature

Affordable Art, Cine Las Americas, Adult Books, and More Weekend Events

Recommended happenings for your calendar's enjoyment

"...chance to purchase paintings, prints, and more curated by Austin galleries and institutions like Art From the Streets and..."

May 16, 2025 Arts Feature by James Scott

Lord Buffalo Drummer Yamal Said, a Legal U.S. Resident, Detained by Border Officials

Band cancels tour to concentrate on bandmate's safety, freedom

"...United States due to having an active arrest warrant.” Austin NPR station KUT reported that Said was pulled off..."

May 14, 2025 Music Post by Richard Whittaker

The Drop-In, the Long Center’s Free Concert Series, Returns for the Fifth Year

21 local artists play weekly starting May 22

"...group Superfónicos, who took home the 2025 Best Latin Austin Music Award. Hip-hop enthusiasts should note the boundary-pushing Mama..."

May 13, 2025 Music Post by Catalina Perez

How Three Austin Songwriters Found Family in Next of Kin

On debut EP Homemaker, Lili Hickman, Madison Baker, and Caelin reach queer country transcendence

"...corner of a booth at Cafe Java in North Austin. The small strip mall eatery is packed for Saturday..."

May 9, 2025 Music Feature by Doug Freeman

Headlines / Quote of the Week

"...but if it holds up, public media stations in Austin could lose millions of dollars in annual funding, KUT..."

May 9, 2025 News Feature

Austin Yards Where Weird Finds a Home

Seven front lawns that push beyond garden gnomes

"...all kinds. Art yards are hardly phenomena unique to Austin – the SPACES Archive maintains a map and catalog..."

May 2, 2025 Arts Feature by Caroline Drew

Explosions in the Sky, Kim Gordon, Dinosaur Jr., and More Reviews From Austin Psych Fest 2025

Alternative nation packs the Far Out Lounge

"...Right as rain (pun intended), Austin Blues Festival and Austin Psych Fest braved spring showers..."

May 2, 2025 Music Feature by The Music Team

Kingfish, Mavis Staples, Antone’s Allstars, and More Reviews From Austin Blues Festival 2025

Soul and jam sessions galore at Moody Amphitheater

"...Right as rain (pun intended), Austin Blues Festival and Austin Psych Fest braved spring showers..."

May 2, 2025 Music Feature by The Music Team

Headlines / Quote of the Week

"...Protester Says UT Hiding Something: UT officials are using..."

May 2, 2025 News Feature

Austin FC Shut Out in Copa Tejas Opener

Shorthanded squad falls to Houston Dynamo, 2-0

"...For the second consecutive road match, Austin FC suffered a multi-goal defeat, this time in a..."

April 27, 2025 Sports Post by Eric Goodman

Huge Changes in SXSW Leadership

Fest boss Hugh Forrest among several high-profile departures

"...December 2024. In that time, he was also named Austinite of the Year in 2012 by the Austin Chamber..."

April 26, 2025 SXSW Post by Richard Whittaker

Headlines / Quote of the Week

"...Don’t Drink That Water: The deadly algae is back!..."

April 25, 2025 News Feature

Restaurant Review: Micklethwait Craft Meats’ Freshly Opened Brick-and-Mortar

Food truck’s long-awaited Springdale shop keeps up the standard of excellence

"...Even though certain cranks may whine about how Austin barbecue isn’t as good as Lockhart or Houston or..."

April 25, 2025 Food Feature by Taylor Tobin

UT’s Oldest Research Institution Focused on Oil Gets a New Leader

Lorena Moscardelli says she’s hopeful about sustainable energy

"...One significant research program within the bureau is the..."

April 18, 2025 News Feature by Mattea Gallaway

The City Budget Deficit Is Finally Here

Rising costs, declining revenues to blame

"...to cities through the American Rescue Plan Act that Austin had been using to fund local programs. [inset-1-right]..."

April 18, 2025 News Feature by Austin Sanders

Does Dan Patrick Even Understand the Cannabis Industry He’s Trying to Kill?

Texas Lege’s draconian bills are making even the stoners frustrated

"...former sports radio personality entered a hemp store in Austin and seemed genuinely shocked to be asked to show..."

April 18, 2025 Arts Feature by Kevin Curtin

Art, Eggs, Kink, and Sleaze in This Weekend’s Art Events

Recommended happenings for your calendar consideration

"...brother’s murder. Cineclub MX, which brings Mexican cinema to Austin theatres, presents this festival favorite in its new home..."

April 18, 2025 Arts Feature by James Scott

Lunar Vacation, Nané Day, and More Crucial Concerts for the Week

Grab the earplugs and hit the clubs

"...Deep Cross is Austin’s gale-force entry into the increasingly crowded contemporary industrial conversation...."

April 11, 2025 Music Feature by Carys Anderson

Having a Bidi Bidi Birthday With Las Ofrendas

Local Latine cultural org celebrates eight years of creating community

"...as a maker and creative seeking connection in an Austin that felt unwelcoming to me as an intersectional, queer..."

April 11, 2025 Arts Feature by James Scott

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