Paying Out of Pocket for Autism

Needed treatment deemed "not cost-effective" by city insurer

"...was changed forever, Lisa Whitted learned that the older of her two children had been diagnosed with autism. The..."

March 27, 2015 News Feature by Chase Hoffberger

Guide to Austin Improv

The venues, events, troupes, and individuals who have transformed Austin into a "Yes, and" boomtown

"...to gather, like a broccoli farm or the bottom of the sea – these artists can spin a story..."

Aug. 26, 2016 Arts Feature by Robert Faires

Wes Anderson Brings Isle of Dogs to SXSW

Plus Midnighters bring the gore, and Alita party

"...film. Now Wes Anderson's new star-studded canine animation Isle of Dogs will be the top to its tail as..."

Feb. 7, 2018 SXSW Post by Richard Whittaker

Bill of the Week: House Bill 2474

Bill would require additional reporting of vaccine-preventable diseases

"...anti-science is an easy slur, sadly one with plenty of substantiating evidence. But this session, it's been a Republican..."

May 22, 2015 News Column by Richard Whittaker

Austin's First Cannabis Oil Dispensary Is Ready to Grow

Compassionate Cultivation prepares to serve epilepsy patients

"...Austin mother Katie Graham plays a delicate balancing act. Her..."

Dec. 1, 2017 News Feature by Mary Tuma

Naked City

News briefs from Austin, the region, and elsewhere

"...• Another test of council will concerning building heights in western Downtown: The..."

June 20, 2008 News Feature

Kaki Lima Pop-Up at Sway, Sunday Supper at Prelog's

Daily Austin food news

"...The Austin Food & Wine Alliance makes an investment in the..."

Jan. 15, 2016 Food Post by Brandon Watson

Coffee With a Conscience

Local roasters give consumers a taste of culture and community

"...Before that first sip of liquid energy, morning thoughts are often somewhat akin to..."

Nov. 10, 2017 Food Feature by Jessi Devenyns

Film News

Claire Danes eyes an Austin shoot

"...nine years, with frequent rumors it would shoot in Austin. Now an HBO film about Temple Grandin, who found..."

Aug. 22, 2008 Screens Column by Joe O'Connell

Let Him Entertain You

Why producer Charles Duggan is staging the biggest holiday spectacular Austin's ever seen

"...That's the kind of audacious theatrical effect that you wouldn't expect outside of..."

Dec. 25, 2009 Arts Feature by Robert Faires

Gifts That Give Back to the Community

Pay it forward with these presents benefiting local nonprofits

"...local lotion company that focuses on hydration levels instead of skin types or body parts, features certified neutral plastic..."

Dec. 2, 2022 Arts Feature by Sarah K. Wolf

Lege Lines: Dubious Tax Cuts, Senate Shenan­igans, Twitter Trysts, and More

Business lobby doubts tax cuts, and more from the Capitol

"...they no doubt believed they would have the approval of big business. Not so fast: Last week, Patrick and..."

March 13, 2015 News Feature by Richard Whittaker

Feeding the Ukrainian Resistance With Varenyky and Mutual Aid

To Austin's Ukrainian community, the meaning of food has co-evolved with the war itself

"...such old-world things. Like many emerging from the worst of the pandemic, Tonya was doing her best to work,..."

Nov. 25, 2022 Food Feature by John Besche

Central Texas Lawmakers Speak Out About the 86th Legislative Session

Interviews with the team representing 2.1 million Austin metro residents

"...chastened Senate (and lieutenant governor), and an awful lot of new faces, the Legislature faces many possible outcomes as..."

Jan. 4, 2019 News Feature by the News Staff

SXSW Film Adds Midnighters and More

Horror lineup announced, plus shorts and more

"...about 150 titles. Now the Fest has announced 10 of the most eagerly awaited movies: the gory, gross, and..."

Feb. 9, 2016 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Postmarks

Jesus Loves Hyde Park, Too

"...18, No. 41]). Five neighborhoods, mine included, in North Austin will be affected by the Hyde Park Baptist Church..."

June 25, 1999 Column

There Goes the Neighborhood

City split over the latest in urban living options: short-term rentals

"...Four times a year, Sheila Fabrizio travels to Austin from her home in Allentown, Penn­sylvania, with her 20-year-old..."

June 22, 2012 News Feature by Josh Rosenblatt

Sun to Set on Severely Disabled Patients

Austin State Supported Living Center cottages to be shuttered

"...Wallace, 33, suffers from severe autism, and receives specialized care at the Austin State Supported..."

Aug. 15, 2014 News Feature by Mary Tuma

Animal Shelter's Next Top Dog?

A brief look at the five candidates

"...and size up the five finalists vying to be Austin's next animal services officer. Whoever she turns out to..."

Dec. 24, 2010 News Feature by Josh Rosenblatt

Naked City

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

Feb. 22, 2008 News Feature

Crucial Concerts for the Coming Week

A few fests, a handful of Halloween shows, and more live music to see

"...an even bigger punch in consolidation. Paul Cauthen kicks off the festivities Friday with his Big Velvet Revue, the..."

Oct. 28, 2022 Music Column by Doug Freeman

SXSW Adds Speakers, Films

Buzz Aldrin, Kesha, Cory Booker, Cecile Richards, and more

"...investors, musicians to Muppets, and from the joint chiefs of staff to the wrestling ring: SXSW just unleashed a..."

Feb. 7, 2017 SXSW Post by Richard Whittaker

Chapter 4: The Nineties!

March 1991 -- December 2000

"...Austin: The recovery blossoms into the second boom. The first..."

Sept. 7, 2001 Features Feature

How to Be a Popular Girl

What will shy novelist Sarah Bird do now that she's back in the limelight, Dick Holland asks in this profile of the author of The Yokota Officers Club.

"...-- the soundtrack to her new novel, The Yokota Officers Club. Her e-mail had said: "You'll get my Napster..."

June 22, 2001 Books Feature by Dick Holland

Paramount Theatre Launches New Digital Interview Series

Conversations with various experts from home, popcorn required

"...break (we know you’ve watched everything). There’s another form of quarantine entertainment coming, courtesy of a longstanding, Austin cultural..."

May 1, 2020 Arts Post by Sofia Tafich

Sun to Set on Severely Disabled Patients

Austin State Supported Living Center to close seven homes

"...were “blindsided” when they received a letter from the Austin State Supported Living Center notifying them that their son..."

Aug. 11, 2014 News Post by Mary Tuma

The Weird, Weird West

Giddings gets retro-futuristic for Weird West Fest

"...The Weird West Fest will be celebrating the era of bespoke engineering and steampowered frontier busters this weekend in..."

Dec. 12, 2013 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Film News

'Film News' counts down its Top 10 Austin film stories of 2008

"...MovieMaker magazine ranked Austin the best place to "live, work, and make movies,"..."

Jan. 2, 2009 Screens Column by Joe O'Connell

SXSW Goes Monster Hunting With Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Amongst Thieves

Evil Dead Rises and more added to festival lineup

"...eagerly-anticipated horror sequel Evil Dead Rise is also part of this year's headliners...."

Jan. 11, 2023 SXSW Post by Richard Whittaker

SXSW Film Announces Features Lineup

Competitive narratives and docs unveiled, plus more

"...After January's sneak peek of a half-dozen titles, SXSW Film has finally drawn back..."

Feb. 2, 2016 Screens Post by Josh Kupecki

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