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"...bad year for press freedom.” Vox wrote that while wartime reporting has never been safe, “until a decade ago..."

April 5, 2024 News Feature

Crypta, Cherubs, and More Crucial Concerts for the Week

Must-see shows for the weekend and beyond

"...by the Grasshopper Lies Heavy and Suckling. Friday, they warm up pandemic-born post-punks Porcelain, who christen an eponymous debut..."

Feb. 16, 2024 Music Feature by Rachel Rascoe

Dev Patel Swings Into South by Southwest With Monkey Man World Premiere

Fest gets new docs on Stormy Daniels, Alex Jones, and Jon Bon Jovi

"...Mohan Producers: David Bernad, Sydney Sweeney, Jonathan Davino, Teddy Schwarzman, Michael Heimler, Screenwriter: Andrew Lobel A devout American nun..."

Feb. 7, 2024 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

How Driving Somebody From One Texas City to Another Can Turn Into a Prison Sentence

Rides from hell, thanks to Texas’ immigration law

"...“On 10/20/2023, I, Trooper R. Hayward, stopped a black Toyota Highlander for driving in the..."

Feb. 2, 2024 News Feature by Benton Graham

The Debate Over How and Whether to Jail Kids in Austin Is Just Getting Started

Travis County proposes a new facility to hold kids accused of crimes

"...as harsh as you could on juveniles, with the ‘war on drugs’ and the ‘superpredators’ type of language.”..."

Jan. 26, 2024 News Feature by Brant Bingamon

South by Southwest Falls for Ryan Gosling With The Fall Guy World Premiere

3 Body Problem, more announced for 2024 festival

"...romantic reunion of Ben Santhanaraj and Suzanne Hopper is thwarted when Suzanne's boss asks her to work during their..."

Jan. 10, 2024 SXSW Post by Richard Whittaker

The Austin Chronic: Doc Unprescribed Explores How Cannabis Is Helping People Who’ve Experienced War Trauma

goodblend hosts special screening for Veterans Day

"...harrowing, hopeful, frustrating, and inspiring. You see footage of war and the resulting injuries that will shake you. You..."

Nov. 7, 2023 Screens Post by Kevin Curtin

Radical

True story of a miracle-working teacher busts misery porn cliches

"...been usurped by “life on the frontlines” dispatches, culture war grandstanding, and standardized test horror shows. Which is why..."

Nov. 3, 2023 Movie Review by Josh Kupecki

Nemegata's Folkloric Futurism Boosts Austin's Budding Colombian Music Scene

Local trio powers up its magnetic roots fusion in new release Voces

"...manifested idyllic until country and countryside devolved into a war zone between urban guerillas and paramilitary squads. Banks failing,..."

Sept. 29, 2023 Music Feature by Raoul Hernandez

The Austin Chronic – Which Is Better: Marijuana or Fentanyl?

According to the government, cannabis is scarier than the drug killing over 150 people a day

"...not a cop, given his decorated service in the war on drugs. But, to his credit, an executive action..."

Sept. 15, 2023 Column by Kevin Curtin

Charging Drug Dealers With Murder Could Increase Overdose Numbers

The scope of the drug-induced homicide law is up to prosecutors’ interpretation

"...Time is a flat circle, and 1990s policy on drugs is no exception. Instead of legalizing fentanyl test strips,..."

Sept. 1, 2023 News Feature by Lina Fisher

How Not to Ingest Fentanyl on Campus and Beyond

Rule No. 1: Have Narcan

"...likely paper to tell you to say no to drugs – but in the case of fentanyl, you may..."

Aug. 18, 2023 News Feature by Lina Fisher

Fantastic Fest Gets Toxic With The Toxic Avenger

Fall of the House of Usher, The Creator added

"...However, they're far from the only returning alums. Gareth Edwards (Rogue One: A Star Wars Story) got his big..."

Aug. 15, 2023 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

10 Essential Showcases to See at Oblivion Access

Unpacking the unclassifiable experimental music festival, show by show

"...Cloak, Noisy Neighbors, Trench WarfareValhalla, Friday 16..."

June 9, 2023 Music Feature by Raoul Hernandez

War-on-Drugs Style Bill Won't Help Fentanyl Crisis, Advocates Say

Meanwhile, a fentanyl test strip bill has stalled

"...Known as the drug-induced homicide bill, it would allow prosecutors to charge drug..."

May 1, 2023 News Post by Lina Fisher

Hundreds Die-In at Texas Capitol to Demand Movement on Overdose Crisis

Legalizing fentanyl test strips is only step one, advocates say

"...Paso, Houston, San Antonio, and West Texas – most drug users and overdose survivors themselves – spoke to the..."

Feb. 20, 2023 News Post by Lina Fisher

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

Evil Dead Rises and more added to festival lineup

"...and his day job at a high end Malibu drug rehab. Inspired by the filmmaker's own personal true story...."

Jan. 11, 2023 SXSW Post by Richard Whittaker

What We’re Listening to This Week

New, local platters from Brazos, Fuvk, Eric Hisaw Band, and Discreet

"...tattoo just to show you that I'm having fun." Drug-fueled yearning ("I was high, missing you") meets hopeful perseverance..."

Dec. 30, 2022 Music Column by Austin Powell

Free Will Astrology

Your weekly horoscope, November 4-10

"...and any crucial activity that is both challenging and rewarding.)..."

Nov. 4, 2022 Column by Rob Brezsny

Seven Essential ACL Fest 2022 Recommendations

Heavyweight hand-picks from the Chronicle Music team

"...machines and wire-thin basslines remained the height of post-Cold War chic. Last year's album A Way Forward saw the..."

Oct. 7, 2022 Music Feature by Kevin Curtin

Roxy Music Airs Out Its Deep Cuts At Ragged-Edged Austin Show

Even with weakened chops, the HoFers enjoy each other's company

"...For aged war beasts of the album-rock era, marshalling the troops for..."

Sept. 22, 2022 Music Post by Mike Clark-Madison

Safety Resources Every College Student in Austin Should Know About

Get to know the local orgs that center community well-being

"...Maybe you’ll try a new drug at a co-op party that won’t do you any..."

Aug. 18, 2022 Chronolog Post by Valeria Valdez

Fantastic Fest Raises a Smile With First Announcement

The Banshees of Inisherin, V/H/S/99, sharks, and more

"...famous for the large number of returning directors, from award winners to cult faves, who can't wait to bring..."

Aug. 16, 2022 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Opinion: How to Stop Drug Overdoses in Austin

An overdose prevention center could dramatically reduce overdose rates

"...We can stop drug overdoses in Austin...."

Aug. 5, 2022 Column by Claire Zagorski

Gov. Abbott Says Hell Yes to Probably Violating More People’s Civil Rights

Updated: While feds investigate border initiative, he goes all in

"...of our tax dollars into it, then tested how warmongering he could get without the federal government's support. He..."

July 7, 2022 News Post by Maggie Q. Thompson

ATX TV Festival 2022: Griselda

True-crime series promises a new side of Sofía Vergara

"...With her upcoming role as Colombian drug lord Griselda Blanco, aka “The Black Widow,” aka “La..."

June 7, 2022 Screens Post by Mazzy Oliver Smallwood

Review: Alchemy Theatre’s Mack & Mabel

Intimate staging bests Broadway’s Hollywood tragedy

"...1930s cosmetics entrepreneurs Elizabeth Arden and Helena Rubinstein in War Paint, and silent film star Charlie Chaplin in Chaplin...."

May 26, 2022 Arts Post by Bob Abelman

Lux Æterna

A strange change of tone defines Gaspar Noé's half-a-film

"...Cinema is a time machine that occasionally goes backward. It's a trick that Gaspar Noé used in his..."

May 20, 2022 Movie Review by Richard Whittaker

Town Hall Calls for Quick Action to Combat Overdoses

The crisis is now

"...Graziani, Organizing Director Paulette Soltani, and current and former drug users and outreach workers explained harm reduction as a..."

May 13, 2022 News Feature by Lina Fisher

Abortion Resources for Texans and Beyond

From counseling to contraception to legal services, here are your options

"...such patients under different laws, though. (The Food and Drug Administration has approved abortion medications for up to 10..."

May 6, 2022 News Feature

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