The Electoral Collage

Single-Member Debate

"...districts have been the great white whale of modern Austin politics. On three different occasions, most recently in 1994,..."

June 25, 1999 News Feature by Mike Clark-Madison

A Year in the Life

"...to the local daily in which he called the Austin City Council a dog that is "fat and overfed."..."

Jan. 8, 1999 News Feature

Postmarks

Run, Max, Run

"...that a three-way race is about to emerge in Austin politics) can then participate in creating some new and,..."

Jan. 17, 1997 Column

A Long Activist Legacy Survives on the Eastside

Holding on to El Barrio

"...the closure of the area's schools with Save East Austin Schools PAC, struggled to preserve the Eastside's many murals..."

Nov. 20, 2020 News Feature by Brant Bingamon

The Next New Neighborhood

City and residents plan a sustainable Colony Park

"...Decierdo, a member of the "core team" of neighborhood leaders that meets regularly with city staff. "We want to..."

April 4, 2014 News Feature by Robyn Ross

Sports and Social Justice With David Zirin

On the Olympics, Mark Cuban’s fondness of Ayn Rand, and Howard Zinn’s love of the Boston Red Sox

"...Austin Chronicle: You’re an outspoken critic of the Olympic Games...."

March 5, 2010 Sports Post by Timothy Braun

Schieffer's House

Ranking Texas Democratic Reps come out for gubernatorial candidate

"...Tom Schieffer today won key endorsements from four Democratic leaders of the Texas House - Representatives Garnet Coleman of..."

Aug. 26, 2009 News Post by Richard Whittaker

Naked City

News briefs from Austin, the region, and elsewhere

"...• A Piece of Austin's African-American History Civic leader Fred McGhee won the first..."

Jan. 2, 2009 News Feature

This Type of Notoriety Is Repugnant

"...Dear Editor, Many will find prestigious opportunity in Austin being on Money Magazine's "Best Places to Live" list..."

Feb. 7, 2008 Postmarks

Postmarks

Our readers talk back.

"...see him speaking at the opening of the new Austin Visitors Center about attracting tourists to Austin. I see..."

June 11, 2004 Column

Naked City

Headlines and happenings from around the world

"...down after the supposedly done-deal meet-and-confer agreement with the Austin Police Association proved to be a bit more controversial..."

March 19, 2004 News Feature by Mike Clark-Madison

Naked City

News Short

"...Terrorism," attracting groups from across the state. Hosted by Austin Against War, the march signified the first time that..."

Nov. 2, 2001 News Feature by Lauri Apple

Naked City

Architect Antoine Predock presents a sleeker, more sharply angled version of his City Hall design; the Bennett Tract faces a tough road with neighbors and the developer at an impasse over the size and scale of proposed development on the East Austin tract.

"...Austin said it wanted more dynamic impact from its new..."

May 11, 2001 News Feature by Kevin Fullerton

Naked City

The Industrial Areas Foundation demonstrates its substantial clout at the Southwest IAF Conference, held in Austin earlier this week.

"...of the most sharp-toothed and heavily muscled organizations in civic activism today -- have traveled here from West Texas,..."

March 9, 2001 News Feature by Emily Pyle

Throw the Switch

City Planners Consider Options on the Seaholm Power Plant

"...through various city boards and commissions, local officials and civic boosters are starting to toss around ideas that fit..."

March 2, 2001 News Feature by Amy Smith

Postmarks

Theatre reviews! Film reviews! The Summer Smut Issue! Get your snipes here!

"...Austin Theatre Professional..."

Aug. 25, 2000 Column

Postmarks

The dog-running controversy continues … and chalk another one up for Ventura.

"...craftspeople have always played a key role in creating "Austintatious" environments, but they rarely receive recognition. Virginia Wood and..."

Oct. 1, 1999 Column

Light Headed?

What Commuters Want

"...vast majority think public transit is one of Metro Austin's top three civic priorities, and that traffic is the..."

July 23, 1999 News Feature by Mike Clark-Madison

Postmarks

Sweep Them Out

"...secret amendments made since then allowing politicians and government leaders to be absolved from -- "The Pres ... and..."

June 4, 1999 Column

Heavy Mettle

Fact of Life

"...the genuine neglect, and at times direct oppression, of Austin's Mexican-American community by the city's elites. Racism, enviro- and..."

March 26, 1999 News Feature by Mike Clark-Madison

Endorsements

City Propositions

"...We have little patience for the persistent argument that Austin can't afford these bonds, or that Austin does not..."

Oct. 23, 1998 News Feature by the Editorial Staff

Postmarks

SXSW Diary

"...past the crowd. A tinted window lowers to reveal Austin's own Matthew McConaughey. In his own inimitable style, the..."

March 20, 1998 Column

The Backstage Crew

Council Candidates' Consultants Direct the Show

"...Meet Alfred Stanley, Dean Rindy, and David Butts, Austin's premier liberal/Democratic consultants. Over the past 25 years, they've..."

April 11, 1997 News Feature

Anti-sex Crusader

Christian Virgin Wyatt Roberts Keeps It Clean

"...arm around Roberts, "is the craziest man in downtown Austin." Everyone laughs...."

Jan. 3, 1997 News Feature by Amy Smith

How Texas A.G. Paxton’s Trumpian Antics Led to Impeachment

Sealing his fate

"...to settle that whistle­blower lawsuit. His request, Texas House leaders say, led directly to his May 27 impeachment. A..."

June 2, 2023 News Feature by Brant Bingamon

Day Trips & Beyond: February Events Roundup

Celebrate Chinese New Year, Mardi Gras, Valentine’s, and more in Texas

"...room was a regular meeting space for civil rights leaders. For barbecue head across town to Sims Bar-B-Que for..."

Feb. 4, 2022 Travel Post by Gerald E. McLeod

The Tides of March

Ready for a blue wave in November's midterms? That'll depend on the race.

"...dent during this election cycle. For Dems taking their civic duty seriously – and hopefully the many more who..."

Feb. 9, 2018 News Feature by Mary Tuma

Civics 101

"...Emma Barrientos Mexican Amer­ican Cultural Center, 600 River Free. www.maccaustin.org...."

April 18, 2014 News Column

Football Prophecies

Dick Cheney, Butch Vig, and chicken wings all play a role in Week 7

"...prophet is pleased to share his gift with The Austin Chronicle...."

Oct. 20, 2012 Sports Post by Russ Espinoza

About AIDS

Latino AIDS: 'Open Your Eyes' October 15

"...The commission also recognizes the need for effective leadership. NLAAD's second goal is to open the eyes of..."

Oct. 8, 2004 Column by Sandy Bartlett

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