AISD Special Education Lawsuit Moves Forward

Federal district judge denies Austin ISD's motion to dismiss suit

"...A federal district judge last week denied Austin ISD's motion to dismiss a lawsuit filed on behalf..."

Dec. 17, 2021 News Feature by Morgan O’Hanlon

Has AISD Cleared its Special Education Backlog, or Not?

After July 1 deadline, 77 evaluations still not complete

"...On June 30, Austin ISD made an announcement: its once-egregious backlog of hundreds..."

July 7, 2021 News Post by Clara Ence Morse

Has AISD Cleared Its Special Education Backlog, or Not?

After July 1 deadline, 77 evaluations still to be completed

"...On June 30, Austin ISD made an announcement: Its once egregious backlog of..."

July 16, 2021 News Feature by Clara Ence Morse

AISD’s Special Education System Struggles to Keep Up

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

"...attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). She brought the results to the special education staff at Pecan Springs Ele­­ment­­ary, who concurred. But..."

Feb. 26, 2021 News Feature by Clara Ence Morse

For Black Families, AISD's Special Ed Chaos Is Not New

Special, yet unequal

"...This spring, Austin ISD's special education department has faced a staffing shortage,..."

May 21, 2021 News Feature by Clara Ence Morse

Lawsuit Filed to Force AISD to End Chronic Special Ed Delays

No more time to wait

"...Advocacy group Disability Rights Texas has filed a lawsuit in federal court against Austin ISD, alleging that the..."

April 9, 2021 News Feature by Clara Ence Morse

Under Fire, AISD Launches Plan to Fix Special Ed

District lays off evaluators, asks them to reapply

"...facing legal action over its handling of student evaluations, Austin ISD's Special Education Department has publicized an ambitious reform..."

May 7, 2021 News Feature by Clara Ence Morse

Top 10 Education Stories

Reading, writing, arithmetic ... well, that's three!

"...and current levels of funding constitutional. In November, Houston ISD residents voted not to send their $165 million "Robin..."

Dec. 30, 2016 News Feature by Richard Whittaker

Back to Education Finance Reform

Updated: No education special, but interim committee called

"...Gov. Rick Perry may have squelched calls for a special session on education finance reform, so Texas lawmakers are..."

March 1, 2012 News Post by Richard Whittaker

Students With Disabilities Get a Chance to Work for the City

The city of Austin and Austin ISD partner to employ hundreds of students with disabilities across four city departments this fall

"...A first-of-its-kind partnership between the city of Austin and Austin ISD is in motion and could employ..."

Sept. 16, 2022 News Feature by Madi Donham

Bait and Switch

We may get another special session, but school funding remains a poor bet

"...matter from the state Supreme Court in the school-district lawsuit now pending before a lower court. According to board..."

June 18, 2004 News Column by Michael King

Capitol Chronicle

The state gridlock persists on public school finance.

"...when asked if he still intends to call a special session on the subject. Last week he said royally,..."

Oct. 10, 2003 News Column by Michael King

Naked City

Headlines and happenings from Austin and beyond

"...is black; Chisum is white.)Headlines • In a whistle-blower lawsuit deposition, an APD detective said he believes that city..."

April 29, 2005 News Feature by Lee Nichols

Naked City

Headlines and happenings from Austin and beyond

"...when asked what a federal jury verdict exonerating an Austin police officer for pepper-spraying an anti-war demonstration meant for..."

Feb. 17, 2006 News Feature

Naked City

"...indeed in play. The Democratic presidential campaign arrives in Austin Thursday, Feb. 21, as Hillary Clinton debates Barack Obama..."

Feb. 15, 2008 News Feature

Naked City

Headlines and happenings from Austin and beyond

"..."And tonight, I ask all of you listening to..."

Dec. 23, 2005 News Feature

Ten Local Stories That Got Overshadowed

Most of these could top the charts in a normal year ...

"...to end such arrests (which are already discretionary) in Austin; however, Austin Police Department Chief Brian Manley pushed back,..."

Dec. 18, 2020 News Feature by Lina Fisher

School Finance Reform Dead

House Bill 1759 disappears, taking $800 million with it

"...It was a murmur of a debate. House Public Education Committee Chair Jimmie Don Aycock, R-Killeen, brought up his..."

May 14, 2015 News Post by Richard Whittaker

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

"...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

"...next spring's mayoral race against incumbent Will WynnHeadlines• Former Austin Mayor Bruce Todd remained in stable condition at press..."

Dec. 2, 2005 News Feature

Naked City

News briefs from Austin, the region, and elsewhere

"...• City Council added another chapter to the decades-long..."

Aug. 17, 2007 News Feature

Naked City

"...by Chicago police. For a local report, see "New Austin 'Spokes' Speak Out Against Tasers."Headlines • The Austin Toll..."

Feb. 18, 2005 News Feature by Lee Nichols

Election Ticker: Wading Into the Final Week of Early Voting

Serenity now! Ahead of Election Day

"...(with a VIP reception at 6:30pm) and promises other special guests. Any TDP donation amount snags you a ticket..."

Oct. 23, 2020 News Feature by the News Staff

Naked City

"...answer." – Ralph Nader, defending his presidential campaign to Austin reporters...."

April 30, 2004 News Feature by Lee Nichols

Naked City

Headlines and happenings from Austin and beyond

"...belief that his life was in imminent danger." – Austin Police Chief Stan Knee, in his Feb. 9 memo..."

Feb. 13, 2004 News Feature by Mike Clark-Madison

Headlines / Quote of the Week

"...investigation for those charges, though this settlement ends the lawsuit over ousting top deputies. Paxton also faces an ongoing..."

Feb. 17, 2023 News Feature

AISD Braces for Lege, Court Action

School finance likely to hang fire for several months

"...Over the last few years, the Austin Inde­pendent School District has worked hard at longer-term financial..."

Jan. 25, 2013 News Feature by Richard Whittaker

The Action's in Place 3

Shade, Tovo, Nofziger race most watched and closely contested

"...gaffe as sensational as trampling a salamander at the Austin Environmental Forum – are essentially coasting to re-election, Place..."

April 29, 2011 News Feature by Wells Dunbar

Naked City

Headlines and happenings from Austin and beyond

"...Day O'Connor's nomination to the Supreme CourtHeadlines• In the special legislative session, the state Senate passed its version of..."

July 8, 2005 News Feature by Lee Nichols

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