No Room at the Complex

Renters scramble for housing as dirt churns on new condos

"...a study prepared by the UT School of Law's Community Develop­ment Clinic. Citing Stoneridge as "indicative of a larger..."

Sept. 14, 2007 News Feature by Wells Dunbar

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Don't look to the past, don't repeat other's mistakes, and don't read the Chronicle's movie reviews.

"...times and leave the "shock" innuendos out of your reports. I know that "critic" in itself means "judge of..."

Jan. 21, 2000 Column

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"...and then we become even more representative of the community." Yeah, right -- in 2050 or 2075? Then, this..."

Dec. 12, 1997 Column

How Much of Zilker Park Can Austin Return to Nature?

Balancing ecological preservation and the human element in city's Zilker Park Vision Plan

"...planning process, which began in February, has included virtual community meetings, followed by surveys, small group discussions, and in-person..."

Oct. 29, 2021 News Feature by Lina Fisher

News Roundup: Storms, Season's Greetings, and Open Carry

Reminder: Open carry law takes effect Jan. 1

"...being able to carry rifles and shotguns on the street, and a concealed handgun, isn't security enough for them...."

Dec. 29, 2015 News Post by the News Staff

Sara Hensley Turns Over a New Leaf

The new PARD director has big ideas – to realize them, she'll have to raise big bucks

"...death! But I'll take that any day over a community that doesn't like its parks enough to stand up..."

July 24, 2009 News Feature by Katherine Gregor

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Our readers talk back.

"...is not to preach but rather showcase the Austin community and inform people of events. But within the confines..."

Sept. 28, 2001 Column

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CSC: It's a Good Thing

"...also trivializes the position and opinions of every major community group that supports the plan. Your editorial asserts that..."

April 2, 1999 Column

Be It Flood or Fire, Austin Is Preparing for Disasters to Come

Austin residents must be prepared for hell or high water

"...How many people and properties are in the path..."

May 27, 2022 News Feature by Lina Fisher

Naked City

News briefs from Austin, the region, and elsewhere

"...Eastside? Then spend a day mingling with dozens of community leaders at PeopleFund's East Austin Economic Summit 08 this..."

Oct. 10, 2008 News Feature

Land Development Code: What's New in Draft Two

A look at the latest version of Austin's revised land use rules

"...new maps, city staff also released an 86-page Supplemental Report intended to summarize nearly 200 amendments now spread across..."

Feb. 7, 2020 News Feature by Nick Barbaro

Naked City

"...• Facing strong community opposition, Austin Independent School District board of trustees on..."

Feb. 16, 2007 News Feature

Headlines / Quote of the Week

"...immediately or risk deportation. He burst out laughing, Fortune reports. Timothy J. Brenner, a Connecticut-born lawyer in Houston, received..."

May 2, 2025 News Feature

Budget Stretch Run

City money season at full speed – and the dollars are chasing the needs

"...Police Executive Research Forum actually recommended more sworn officers ("Report: APD Understaffed," by Jordan Smith, July 13, 2012)...."

Aug. 2, 2013 News Feature by Michael King

Civics 101

Calendar of civic events, Oct. 13-20

"...AISD COMMUNITY MEETING The first of several public meetings on AISD's..."

Oct. 14, 2011 News Column

Naked City

News briefs from Austin, the region, and elsewhere

"...was pinned against the side of his police cruiser. Reportedly, Fennell has agreed to plead guilty to the two..."

May 23, 2008 News Feature

Cool Austin, Cool Planet

This Earth Day, the ambitious Austin Climate Protection Plan celebrates a first year of slow, quiet, but impressive progress

"...little to communicate its progress publicly, engage the broader community in reducing greenhouse-gas emissions, or broadcast Austin's work as..."

April 18, 2008 News Feature by Katherine Gregor

Naked City

"...area of central East Austin, along 11th and 12th streets). The Urban Renewal Agency says it will likely seek..."

Nov. 16, 2007 News Feature

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Our readers talk back.

"...crisp writing was diminished by "he said, she said" reporting and omissions of several of the most important points...."

July 1, 2005 Column

All Good Thoughts, All Good Food

The symbolism and celebration of Tet, the Vietnamese new year

"...Austin has a rapidly growing and vibrant Vietnamese community, as well as an expanding number of excellent restaurants...."

Feb. 4, 2005 Food Feature by Mick Vann

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Nichols Is Biased

"...some ballots were missing and probably stolen" in the Community Board election last November. Make no mistake about it:..."

Jan. 15, 1999 Column

Opinion: Austin’s Sustainability Efforts Need Anti-Displacement Tools

An environmental policy advocate explains why urban planning and increased sustainability efforts must address gentrification as Austin's people are just an integral to Austin as its infrastructure is.

"...In mid-August, the sixth Assessment Report from the United Nations Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change..."

Sept. 24, 2021 Column by Chelsea Gómez

Measuring the Footprint

"...According to the ACPP annual report, the average Texan emits 27 tonnes of energy-related CO2..."

June 19, 2009 News Feature

Naked City

"...the FBI and a grand jury. A juror told reporters that jurors found themselves asking, "What are we doing..."

March 9, 2007 News Feature

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Our readers talk back.

"...League of Conservation voters and as a citizen and community volunteer. Margot has walked the walk...."

June 6, 2003 Column

A Whole New Ball Game

Stakeholders say Colorado River Park can serve a lot of different needs.

"...of Austin to preserve the land. A band of trees hides the softball fields and parking lots from view,..."

Dec. 17, 1999 News Feature by Dan Oko

Day Trips & Beyond: December Events Roundup

Saddle up your reindeer

"...in condition and cost effectiveness in their Annual Highway Report released in November. According to the report, Texas is..."

Dec. 3, 2021 Travel Post by Gerald E. McLeod

Austin Musicians of Color Talk About the Pandemic's Outsized Impact on Their Communities

COVID-19 extends into all realities of Austin's pervasive inequality

"..."The Black community is vulnerable due to the capitalist structure and, of..."

June 19, 2020 Music Feature by Kahron Spearman

Developing Stories: Charrette Duet

Curing Congress and going green

"...A pair of recent community charrettes brought Austinites together to brainstorm, plan, and meld..."

March 19, 2010 News Feature by Katherine Gregor

Weak at the Knee?

Chief Stan Knee's tenure at the APD has had many external successes, and several internal failures.

"...had shamed the department; and news headlines had broadcast community charges of racism and excessive use of force. By..."

Oct. 25, 2002 News Feature by Jordan Smith

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