Gibraltar v. Bradley

The Gibraltar case could be a road map for the FDIC vs. Bradley.

"...In early 1995, with claims still pending on its federal lawsuit against Bradley and Gressett, First Gibraltar took on..."

Oct. 11, 2002 News Feature by Amy Smith

David (and Jesus) vs. Goliath

The city alleges that Time Warner Cable is offering illegal discounts to snuff out competition.

"...a letter from the city of Austin to the Federal Communications Commission. Sent by City Manager Jesus Garza after..."

Feb. 15, 2002 News Feature by Lee Nichols

Sí, Sí, Ccec

A Mitchell Legacy Gets the Greenlight

"...kept the process moving forward in terms of finding federal and city funding, but his tactics only served to..."

Feb. 20, 1998 News Column by Kayte VanScoy

Naked City

Off the Desk:

"...our sustainability," Hill writes, "RECA needs to create a reserve account that will protect us in a down economy...."..."

Jan. 3, 1997 News Feature

Whether You Like It or Not...

Eric Mitchell's Redevelopment Dreams

"...to the mayor's proposed anti-homeless ordinance. Why not use federal housing grants earmarked for Eric Mitchell's pet project, the..."

Sept. 29, 1995 News Feature

Central Health, Ascension Take Each Other to Court

Each claims the other is breaching their contract

"...issue are services agreements where Ascension Seton's level of federal compensation for low-income hospital care was set in 2013;..."

Jan. 27, 2023 News Feature by Mike Clark-Madison

What's Behind the Delays at Austin's Airport and What's Being Done to Help

Lots of turbulence as airport rebounds from COVID lows

"...exciting reason: biohazard in the control tower! When a Federal Aviation Administration employee tests positive for COVID-19 and is..."

July 8, 2022 News Feature by Mike Clark-Madison

Public Notice: Growing Pains

Tell us something we don’t know

"...what share we'll get of the $1.5 trillion in federal funds that are allocated based on census data. In..."

April 22, 2022 News Column by Nick Barbaro

Council to Finalize Aid Programs for COVID-Hit Businesses

Ready for relief

"...that funding is available in the General Fund Emergency Reserve Fund and thus will not be contingent on any..."

Dec. 4, 2020 News Feature by Austin Sanders

Council Recap: COVID Relief Funds Begin to Flow in Austin

Artists and nonprofits at the front of the line for assistance

"...will draw dollars from the city General Fund emergency reserve. Along with direct financial relief to artists, Tovo's resolution..."

May 1, 2020 News Feature by Austin Sanders

Council: Hiding in Plain Sight

Immigration, Fire, Capitol view corridors fill out a busy Thursday

"...that would sanction local jurisdictions deemed insufficiently cooperative with federal immigration enforcement. The law won't officially take effect until..."

May 19, 2017 News Feature by Michael King

What Does Austin’s Explosive Growth Mean for Capital Metro?

Big changes are coming, but it’s not clear yet what they will be

"...and the overall budget is actually more dependent on federal and state grants than it is on ticket sales...."

Aug. 26, 2016 News Feature by Richard Whittaker

Who's Responsible for Financial Aid Woes at H-T?

Students frustrated by delayed aid

"...chapters, locating PDF versions online, and placing books on reserve in the library until students can obtain their own..."

March 20, 2015 News Feature by Tashanna Turner

The Daily Hustle: 8/16/10

Ask yourself - Who's the MACC?

"...drivers to traffic information and other information. Funded by federal recovery dollars...."

Aug. 16, 2010 News Post by Wells Dunbar

Point Austin: Tell Us Something We Don't Know

Capital Metro report discovers that the agency's been badly managed. Who knew?

"...problems are already being addressed. Cap Metro spent its reserve funds down on commuter rail and related expenses to..."

April 30, 2010 News Column by Michael King

We're 49th! ... Or Just Seventh of 10

Union and Austin ISD argue over teacher pay – and what to do about it

"...refusal to submit the state's Race for the Top federal funding application indicates little interest in helping districts look..."

April 9, 2010 News Feature by Richard Whittaker

Back to School

Carstarphen and Austin ISD trustees wrestle over priorities, budget, and power

"...and staff, has proposed tapping the unallocated "fund balance" (reserve funds) – predicted to stand at $128 million at..."

March 5, 2010 News Feature by Richard Whittaker

'Chronicle' Endorsements

Nov. 4 General Election

"...contested races on the Travis County ballot, although we reserve the right to speak on other selected Central Texas..."

Oct. 17, 2008 News Feature

The Man in the White Hat

Larry Joe Doherty rides into the battle for CD 10

"...worth $24 million, and can tap a huge cash reserve if he decides he needs it. Indeed, just in..."

Oct. 3, 2008 News Feature by Lee Nichols

Day Trips

The Choke Canyon State Park is a haven for fishermen, birders, and campers alike

"...the community appropriately named Three Rivers. Built by the federal Bureau of Reclamation to supply water to Corpus Christi,..."

March 2, 2007 Column by Gerald E. McLeod

Naked City

"...plant on the Cortaña tract in the Balcones Canyonland Preserve, after Travis Co. commissioners remained opposed to construction there...."

Jan. 19, 2007 News Feature

Naked City

"...on a one-time windfall of $30 million in unexpected federal funding. Hospital district officials want to bankroll that funding;..."

Sept. 8, 2006 News Feature

KUT by the Numbers

That ringing sound you hear? It's the cash register at Austin's public radio station.

"...especially through corporate support. The station increased its cash reserve by $1.5 million in the last five years, the..."

Jan. 20, 2006 News Feature by Kevin Brass

City Hammers Out Budget, Crosses Fingers for Katrina Evacuee Reimbursements

2005-06 money is ready to spend

"...The next amendment reserved $127,00 to resolve ongoing collective bargaining with the firefighters..."

Sept. 16, 2005 News Feature by Wells Dunbar

Naked City

For one night only, a time-out in the hospital-district fracas

"...handed out appreciation awards to city, county, state, and federal representatives, including Austin's U.S. Rep. Lloyd Doggett and state..."

Aug. 13, 2004 News Feature by Amy Smith

The Common Law

Starting a local nonprofit organization

"...new board, you will decide upon your name, then reserve it with the secretary of state. Next you must..."

July 16, 2004 Column by Luke Ellis

Letters at 3AM

The White House is intent on totalitarian measures and war; it employs incoherence because it cannot speak plainly of its machinations.

"...year. Since January, his administration has stocked massive oil reserves; he doesn't want long lines at the gas pumps..."

Sept. 20, 2002 Column by Michael Ventura

Austin @ Large: Bulletproofing Betty

Despite being a council freshman, Betty Dunkerley has already taken the lead on health care.

"...even li'l old Austin fretting over "homeland security," with federal agents taking over the airport, Camp Mabry surrounded by..."

Aug. 30, 2002 News Column by Mike Clark-Madison

Capitol Chronicle

In the battle of the budget, the weakest go to the wall.

"...the Gray Panthers on upcoming budgetary matters, from the federal to the local level -- particularly as they will..."

May 10, 2002 News Column by Michael King

That Figures

City Manager Jesus Garza introduces a budget that focuses on roads, utilities, and cops, and skates around a needed tax increase.

"...fraction of NHCD's budget (most programs are supported by federal funds), and the increase only translates into a few..."

Aug. 18, 2000 News Feature by Mike Clark-Madison

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