Canchola, McNeill Triumph

Canchola, McNeill Triumph

"...Keel handily won his own run-off race in the contest to succeed McAngus (he'll face Democrat Richard McCain in..."

April 16, 2004 News Feature by Mike Clark-Madison

Long Lines and Close Races Defined Super Tuesday in Travis County

The votes are in!

"...did not deliver too many shocking surprises, but high Election Day turnout and the resurrection of Joe Biden and..."

March 6, 2020 News Feature by the News Staff

She's Her Own Grandma

Carole Keeton Strayhorn – what a long strange trip it's been

"...moniker that's helped carry her through two previous statewide elections. "I couldn't be more excited."..."

July 28, 2006 News Feature by Amy Smith

How the Democratic Primaries Could Affect Down-Ballot Races in Austin

See what happens when the circus is in town

"...to play a decisive role in the Democratic presidential contest. (Remem­ber 2008, and the "primacaucus" hybrid system for delegate..."

Feb. 28, 2020 News Feature by Mike Clark-Madison

News/Print

Something wonderful is about to happen to you.

"...Monday, Oct. 21, declared its ongoing Board of Directors election invalid. The League will instead hold a special election..."

Nov. 1, 2002 Books Column by Shawn Badgley

Willie or Won't He?

Willie Lewis Draws Two Opponents in Place 6

"...brings into play an unspoken "gentleman's agreement" during council election years, which guarantees at least one Hispanic and one..."

April 14, 2000 News Feature by Amy Smith

Municipal Death Match!

With five council seats open, mayor and Place 1 look like the headliners

"...politics is here once again: the 2009 City Council elections. And compared to bouts past – in 2003 and..."

Feb. 13, 2009 News Feature by Wells Dunbar

In Politics to Win, Again and Again

Introducing the passionate people who get our local politicians elected

"...operatives like Mark Littlefield (currently consulting on Kirk Watson’s reelection bid), Jim Wick (running four Council member races this..."

Sept. 13, 2024 News Feature by Brant Bingamon

The Calendar's on Fire!

Council takes up the contentious subject of the election date

"...The war over when to conduct the next municipal election – which will decide Austin's mayor and three City..."

Oct. 7, 2011 News Feature by Wells Dunbar

Oh Boy! Another Campaign Season!

City of Austin, AISD, and ACC poised for another round of elections

"...eyeing the slate of contenders for May's City Coun­cil elections, we're a little disappointed. Granted, we just skated out..."

March 7, 2008 News Feature by Wells Dunbar

Facing the South

The Democratic primary for the new CD 25 pits Austin's Lloyd Doggett against McAllen's Leticia Hinojosa

"...congressman – since 1973, and he hasn't lost an election since 1984, when his Cinderella campaign for U.S. Senate..."

Feb. 13, 2004 News Feature by Mike Clark-Madison

City Hall Hustle: Rock the Vote! ... Not

Given a choice to move elections to November, Council holds fire in May

"...Austin­ites make it to the polls for City Council elections – and a percentage council tacitly endorsed last week,..."

Sept. 30, 2011 News Column by Wells Dunbar

Austin @ Large: While Elephants Sleep

The breakdown of the Travis Co. primary vote suggests interesting possibilities come November

"...many observers, including me, may have initially concluded on Election Night. Yes, it's true that U.S. Rep. Lloyd Doggett,..."

March 19, 2004 News Column by Mike Clark-Madison

Naked City

Headlines and happenings from Austin and beyond

"...Election Day. Saturday. Hospital district. Firefighters. ACC board. Jennifer Gale...."

May 14, 2004 News Feature by Mike Clark-Madison

Eddie Rodriguez and Sarah Eckhardt Jump Into State Senate Fray

State rep. and county judge enter race to succeed Watson

"...retiring Sen. Kirk Wat­son in a likely May special election, and he's doing so with a solid base of..."

March 13, 2020 News Feature by Mike Clark-Madison

We Have an Issue: The Game’s Afoot

Austin FC advances in the MLS Cup Playoffs, and our endorsements signal the approach of the midterms

"...In last week's issue, "Verde Report" columnist Eric Goodman..."

Oct. 21, 2022 Column by Kimberley Jones

Playback: Make the Austin Music Poll Great Again

Getting the vote out for the 2016/17 Austin Music Poll

"...We realize everyone feels burned from the last election – the one where the morally bankrupt billionaire defeated..."

Jan. 27, 2017 Music Column by Kevin Curtin

Naked City

"...whopping 1,998 people had voted early in Austin's municipal election. Highest turnout locations were the Travis County courthouse, UT's..."

April 26, 2002 News Feature by Lauri Apple

How Are We Going to Vote?

While the U.S. moves toward voting by mail, Texas digs in its heels

"...a criminal complaint against Paxton for attempting to mislead election officials, continue to simmer. While the legal fights proceed..."

June 12, 2020 News Feature by Michael King

Naked City

"...• The big news was election turnout: Travis County Democrats turned out in such numbers,..."

March 7, 2008 News Feature

Naked City

Headlines and happenings from Austin and beyond

"...on all the races, including our spotlight on the contest to be Travis Co.'s next sheriff, see Election 2004...."

Feb. 27, 2004 News Feature by Mike Clark-Madison

Page Two

"...This issue we offer more election coverage. This is an important election, as all elections..."

April 25, 1997 Column by Louis Black

City Hall Hustle: McCracken's Gambit

Was McCracken's challenge to Leffingwell a shrewd move or petty politics?

"...Leffing­well's expected January campaign kickoff might trigger a special election for his Place 1 seat...."

Jan. 9, 2009 News Column by Wells Dunbar

Funding Balance

Some Austin politicos think qualified candidates of average means are deterred from running due to low contribution limits

"...The rise in spending observed in the first 10-1 elections could very well foreshadow an even more dramatic shift..."

Dec. 11, 2015 News Feature by Jack Craver

The 'Chronicle' Endorsements

Our picks for the Nov. 7 election

"...Early voting in the Nov. 7 general election continues through Nov. 3. As is our custom, the..."

Nov. 3, 2006 News Feature

The 'Chronicle' Endorsements

Our picks for the Nov. 7 election

"...Early voting in the Nov. 7 general election begins this week (Monday, Oct. 23), and as is..."

Oct. 27, 2006 News Feature

The 'Chronicle' Endorsements

Our picks for the Nov. 7 election

"...Early voting in the Nov. 7 general election continues through Nov. 3. As is our custom, the..."

Oct. 20, 2006 News Feature

City Council Countdown: Meet the Candidates

Here’s one minute of information on each race

"...Austin’s six City Council races for the Nov. 5 election provide a number of interesting storylines...."

Aug. 30, 2024 News Feature by Austin Sanders

The Single-Member Situation

Movement afoot – once again – to ask voters to endorse City Council districts

"...the mayor feels SMDs would allow individual candidates to contest for a seat who wouldn't otherwise have a chance,..."

Feb. 25, 2011 News Feature by Wells Dunbar

Naked City

Headlines and happenings from Austin and beyond

"...April 3-7), and then in the city of Austin contests (complete with charter amendments) coming up May 13, along..."

March 17, 2006 News Feature

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