Gina’s on Congress Opens the Next Chapter for an Enduring Congress Avenue Address

A new name settles into La Traviata’s old stomping grounds

"...of yore – but let’s be real. We aren’t considered a particularly historic city, especially in the wake of..."

Jan. 30, 2024 Food Post by Hannah Rossi

Another Hotel Checks In on Congress Avenue

The Hideout has seen the future and it's a 32-story hotel

"...With few options left for opponents to secure concessions from a developer,..."

Aug. 1, 2014 News Feature by Amy Smith

Putting the Brakes on Congress Bus Stops

Citing accident rate, Cap Metro retools Downtown stops

"...you're a regular Downtown bus rider, you can no longer stroll up to just any corner on Congress and..."

Nov. 12, 2010 News Feature by Lee Nichols

Black Austin Matters Mural on Congress Avenue

"...On Tue., June 16, a multiblock street mural reading "Black..."

June 19, 2020 Photo Gallery

Live From (Your Laptop on) Congress Avenue, It's #TribFest2021!

The virtual Texas Tribune Festival kicks off on Sept. 20

"...Once again this year, political Austin's favorite fall schmoozefest will..."

Sept. 17, 2021 News Feature by Mike Clark-Madison

The Only Constant on Congress Is Change

Liz Lambert chronicles being both sides of the gentrification debate in Through the Plexi-Glass

"...There are two stories entwined on the same timeline in Liz Lambert's SXSW 2021 documentary..."

March 19, 2021 Screens Feature by Anne S. Lewis

Dancing Over Lights on Congress Avenue

"...In a packed rehearsal studio, Ellen Bartel fields dancers' questions about her concept. "Are we spooky?" one asks. "Should..."

Dec. 26, 2008 Arts Feature by Jonelle Seitz

Nightmare on Congress, Candy at City Hall?

Escuelita del Alma holds what may be its last downtown trick-or-treat.

"...Today could see the last occurrence of an Austin tradition: Escuelita del Alma's annual Downtown Trick-or-Treat. The staff and..."

Oct. 31, 2007 News Post by Richard Whittaker

Cap Metro Quits Congress

Buses re-routing to Guadalupe-Lavaca corridor

"...If you're waiting for the bus on Congress Avenue, get ready for a walk. As of..."

June 3, 2014 News Post by Richard Whittaker

Congress Avenue Bridge Named for Ann Richards

"...Earlier this week, an item on the forthcoming City Council agenda raised some eyebrows. Item..."

Nov. 15, 2006 News Post by Wells Dunbar

The Lights Are On: Is Anybody Home?

Downtown's boom has busted, yet developers still build.

"...One evening last summer, Tim Hendricks and Craig Jones took..."

Jan. 17, 2003 News Feature by Amy Smith

"We'll Always Have 807 Congress"

The Raging of the Elements, or Indoor Theatre in Austin -- Al Fresco

"...feels like PD operates en plein air: an Eden one day, tornado alley the next. That inspires the following..."

June 25, 1999 Arts Feature by Robi Polgar

On the Avenue

'PlazaLife' comes to Austin's Great Street: Congress Avenue

"...There's still time for you to get your plaza on, today and Saturday...."

April 27, 2012 News Post by Michael King

Moving on Up

River Woods residents forced out of affordable apartments which are being demolished for a new luxury complex

"...Late one sweltering Friday afternoon about six weeks ago, the residents..."

Oct. 1, 1999 News Feature by Erica C. Barnett

Arms on Brazos

As it nears completion of an extended 'Great Streets' rehab project, has Austin learned any lessons?

"...residents and regulars. After more than two years of ongoing construction, Brazos Street is scheduled to reopen in September...."

Aug. 5, 2011 News Feature by Richard Whittaker

A Change of Location but the Same Spirit at South Congress Books

After more than a decade the store finds a new home on Kerbey Lane

"...A small storefront housing thousands of vintage and used books on South..."

Feb. 5, 2023 Arts Post by Joelle DiPaolo

A Guide to Austin Lakes and What to Do on Them

Boating, ziplining, and more water activities to enjoy

"...There are a lot of reasons to visit Austin – the live music and great..."

Aug. 24, 2021 Chronolog Post by Avery Wohleb

Sunrise on South Congress

El Sol y La Luna: A Bright New Place to Dine

"...1224 South Congress, 444-7770..."

Sept. 29, 1995 Arts Feature

Austin Landmarks on the Menu

Pay tribute to old Austin with a visit to one of these 19 landmark restaurants

"...rival football fan, or a graduate just in town on a visit, it can hardly escape your notice that..."

Sept. 12, 2008 Food Feature by Virginia B. Wood

Faster Than Sound: Austin Music Stays the Course on Mask Precautions

Steady on safety guidelines, Austin promoters and club owners juggle an unclear concert calendar

"...Wall General Manager Austin Leos did not feel overly concerned upon seeing Gov. Greg Abbott's announcement of the state..."

March 19, 2021 Music Column by Rachel Rascoe

Jawbreaker, Last Band on the Titanic

Saving lives decades on

"...The Nineties were a simpler time, an age of Clinton-era peace and prosperity, when artists delivered emotion without irony,..."

July 14, 2018 Music Post by Kevin Curtin

Silo on Seventh Finally in the Home Stretch

Burgers and beers coming to historic old tortilla factory

"...When restaurateur David Rightmer began work on his first Austin project in 2012, he had no..."

Aug. 2, 2013 Food Post by Virginia B. Wood

On the Lege

Chips on the Table

"...House Public Health Committee members who last week approved legislation that would establish a Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP)..."

April 9, 1999 News Column

Police Chief Deposition Sheds Light on Daniel Perry Case, APD Shake-Ups

Strained relations between Austin Police officers, leadership at center of Joseph Chacon's deposition

"...A recent deposition by Austin Police Chief Joseph Chacon is throwing light..."

Oct. 29, 2021 News Feature by Brant Bingamon

Council: Put on Your Hard Hats

City Council, staff get to work

"...this week, but its members have been busy. CodeNEXT continues to dominate the conversation around City Hall, and this..."

June 8, 2018 News Feature by Nina Hernandez

'Showdown in Texas' Takes on Bush in His Old Back Yard

The American Friends Service Committee's May 3 rally aims to be a global multi-issue challenge to the Bush agenda.

"...In recent months, the U.S. government's war against Saddam Hussein and Iraq..."

April 11, 2003 News Feature by Lauri Apple

A Long Activist Legacy Survives on the Eastside

Holding on to El Barrio

"...It’s a bright afternoon on Indigenous Peoples Day, and Bertha Rendón Delgado is..."

Nov. 20, 2020 News Feature by Brant Bingamon

Sharecropping on Wheels

While the city juggles taxicab franchises, drivers demand 'a fair shake'

"...call or hail a cab, hop in, declare your destination, and fork over a few bucks when you get..."

June 11, 2010 News Feature by Wells Dunbar

South Congress Avenue at Monroe Station

"...Central city neighborhood station and avenue uplift (Urban Design Associates) This South Congress..."

Nov. 28, 1997 News Feature

Breaking: Congress Avenue Closed

Expected until noon

"...News 8 Austin is reporting that Congress Avenue is closed from Cesar Chavez to 11th street,..."

Jan. 8, 2007 News Post by Wells Dunbar

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