You Be the Judge

Sex, lies, and politics in the 331st District Court

"...judge of the 450th District Court. (She lost to Brad Urrutia.) The first was a news story on the..."

March 2, 2018 News Feature by Nina Hernandez

Dawnna Dukes’ Delays

Corruption trial held off until Dec. 11

"...charges is now officially delayed. On Tuesday, District Judge Brad Urrutia granted prosecutors' motion for postponement, taking Dukes' Oct...."

Sept. 29, 2017 News Feature by Chase Hoffberger

Chronicle Endorsements

"...District Judge, 450th Judicial District: Brad Urrutia Temporarily held by Gov. Greg Abbott-appointed Judge Don..."

Feb. 12, 2016 News Feature

Dawnna Dukes vs. Texas

The state rep.'s trial is set for Oct. 16

"...a rare public appearance on June 30: Before Judge Brad Urrutia's 450th District Court, she pleaded not guilty to..."

July 7, 2017 News Feature by Richard Whittaker

Michael Galvan Wants to Go to Trial ... Quickly

Cold case suspect says put up or shut up to District Attorney's Office

"...hearing on Thursday, Oct. 25, so that District Judge Brad Urrutia can consider whether to grant his motion for..."

Oct. 12, 2018 News Feature by Chase Hoffberger

Following Policy

"...I can get this straight. GNI Strategies previously ran Brad Urrutia’s campaign. David Crain retained GNI Strategies to run..."

March 1, 2018 Postmarks

Lege Lines: Sine Done

The dregs from last month's special session

"...was already off the case. On Aug. 21, Judge Brad Urrutia rejected the efforts of all three to be..."

Aug. 25, 2017 News Feature by Richard Whittaker

Travis County Races

A big day for the Democrats locally, as usual

"...Kocurek, joined by newcomers Tamara Needles, Jan Soifer, and Brad Urrutia. Carlos Barrera and Kim Williams continue in the..."

Nov. 11, 2016 News Feature by Chase Hoffberger

News Roundup: Council and the Court

Scalia's death shakes up high court; Council continues Uber battle

"...part of her responsibilities, and accused her opponent, attorney Brad Urrutia, of dirty politics in spreading the Looper story...."

Feb. 15, 2016 News Post by the News Staff

Norwood Trial: Setting the Scene of the Crime

Testimony began Tuesday in long-awaited murder trial

"...cheek, and that he wore a mustache. Norwood’s attorneys Brad Urrutia and William Browning challenged Huffstutler on her statement,..."

Sept. 14, 2016 News Post by Chase Hoffberger

Judges Overseeing Travis County's Juvenile Court Have a Transparency Problem

They tackled one problem, but communication logjams continue

"...to evaluate future associate judge candidates. She said judges Brad Urrutia and Cliff Brown are participating. She invited other..."

Aug. 23, 2023 News Post by Brant Bingamon

November 2020 General Election Results

"...Brad Urrutia* (D) 423,014 100.0% District Judge, 460th Judicial District..."

Nov. 6, 2020 News Feature

November 3 General Election Endorsements (Condensed)

All our endorsements collected on one easy-to-print page

"...Travis County District Judge, 450th Criminal District Court: Brad Urrutia (i)..."

Oct. 1, 2020 News Post by The Chronicle Editorial Board

Final Results for Travis County's March 3 Democratic Primary Election

Numbers ONLY include Travis County voters

"...District Judge, 450th Judicial District Brad Urrutia: 163,580 (unopposed)..."

March 4, 2020 News Post by Mike Clark-Madison

Travis County Early Voting Results for the March 3 Democratic Primary Election

Numbers DO NOT include election day or non-Travis Co. votes

"...District Judge, 450th Judicial District Brad Urrutia: 76,785 (unopposed)..."

March 3, 2020 News Post by Mike Clark-Madison

A Month-by-Month Guide to Election 2020 Madness

From local policy to the national election, we just want you to vote, OK?

"...District Judges Rhonda Hurley, Jan Soifer, Tamara Needles, and Brad Urrutia; future District Judge Aurora Martinez Jones (incumbent Darlene..."

Jan. 10, 2020 News Feature by Mike Clark-Madison

District Court Candidates Announce Dem Primary Candidacies

Here come the judges …

"...unopposed) in the 450th Criminal District Court is Judge Brad Urrutia (elected in 2016). The filing deadline is in..."

June 27, 2019 News Post by Michael King

District Attorney Margaret Moore Announces Re-Election Campaign

Speakeasy kickoff marks beginning of 2020 primary

"...union activist Walter Timberlake, and several criminal court judges: Brad Urrutia, Cliff Brown, Brandy Mueller, Jan Soifer, Elizabeth Earle,..."

May 24, 2019 News Post by Michael King

Travis County Revisits Creating Public Defenders’ Office

Legal panel ponders questions pondered many times before

"...including this high-profile list (including Kocurek): Judges Brenda Kennedy, Brad Urrutia, Cliff Brown, Tamara Needles, Chantal Eldridge, and Nancy..."

April 16, 2019 News Post by Michael King

331st District Judge: A Matter of Opinion

What's a judge's job?

"...the 450th District Court in 2016 and lost to Brad Urrutia.)..."

Feb. 16, 2018 News Feature by Chase Hoffberger

Chronicle Endorsements

Recommendations for the county, state, and country

"...450th District Court in 2016 and lost (we endorsed Brad Urrutia), but has returned a stronger candidate, with specific..."

Feb. 16, 2018 News Feature by The Chronicle Editorial Board

Elsewhere Under the Dome

Rounding up the news left on the chamber floors

"...Rep. Dawnna Dukes, D-Pflugerville: Early this week, District Judge Brad Urrutia denied her attorneys' request to dismiss four of..."

April 7, 2017 News Feature

Dawnna Dukes Indicted

State rep faces 15 counts relating to abuse of office

"...posted bond with the 450th District Court under Judge Brad Urrutia, which took place this morning...."

Jan. 18, 2017 News Post by Richard Whittaker

Chronicle Endorsements: Travis County

Endorsements for district attorney, county sheriff, judges, constables, and more

Oct. 21, 2016 News Feature

Chronicle Endorsements: State of Texas

Senate, House, State Board of Education, and more races

Oct. 21, 2016 News Feature

Election Notes

Mobility Bond woes, Margaret Moore hires staff, and other stories from the campaign trail

"...Abbott but decided recently not to challenge defense attorney Brad Urrutia for the seat in November's election) at the..."

Oct. 7, 2016 News Feature by Michael King

Norwood Found Guilty

Case closes on 1988 murder of Debra Baker

"...he purchased the gun from Norwood. Norwood's defense attorneys Brad Urrutia and William Browning made efforts to discredit Wann,..."

Sept. 30, 2016 News Feature by Chase Hoffberger

Norwood Trial: Retracing the Morton Murder

Testimony admitted, attorneys begin deliberations on second killing

"...ultimately secured Norwood’s conviction. Norwood’s attorneys William Browning and Brad Urrutia spent much of the day’s final hours attempting..."

Sept. 20, 2016 News Post by Chase Hoffberger

Norwood Trial: Morton Murder at Stake Monday

Judge to determine whether or not to allow testimony of second killing

"...already been convicted for killing another person. Norwood’s attorneys Brad Urrutia and William Browning have thus far tried to..."

Sept. 19, 2016 News Post by Chase Hoffberger

Norwood Trial: Breaking Down the DNA

Accused killer’s ex-wife takes the stand

"...reconvened absent the jury on Thursday’s morning; defense attorneys Brad Urrutia and William Browning questioned Valadez on the contents..."

Sept. 16, 2016 News Post by Chase Hoffberger

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