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"...a path that would end with the dismantling of Austin’s civilian police oversight system. City Council was poised to..."

Oct. 25, 2024 News Feature

RTX Animation Heads Into Final Space

TBS animated comedy leads lineup including Austin-made Seis Manos

"...for RTX Animation, taking place within their larger RTX Austin conference this summer...."

May 1, 2019 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

The Future May Finally Be Brightening for Texas Film Incentives

The sequel to film rebates?

"...incentives is undoubtedly in flux. According to the National Conference of State Legislatures, 31 states offer incentives, down from..."

Jan. 4, 2019 Screens Feature by Richard Whittaker

SXSW Gaming Events

The little brother of the Fest grows up

"...well as wider geek culture, with no shortage of game demos, panel discussions with industry insiders and personalities, and..."

March 17, 2017 Screens Feature by Tucker Whatley

Devolver to Host Video Games Impacted by Immigration Ban

Local publisher showcases the Middle East at GDC in California

"...In the video game industry, one of the immediate effects of the immigration..."

Feb. 15, 2017 Screens Post by Tucker Whatley

Austin Game Devs Shine at E3

Local studios show their wares at the video game megaconvention

"...for the 22nd annual gathering of the international video game industry in Los Angeles...."

June 20, 2016 Screens Post by Tucker Whatley

Protect and Preserve

How can we keep Austin's cultural heritage authentic?

"...In the bigger picture, Austin and its citizens have shown little enthusiasm for historic..."

July 24, 2015 News Feature by Cindy Widner

Hornography

"...reputation as one of the best recruiters and talent developers in the country. In fact, Wickline was so valuable..."

Nov. 14, 2014 Sports Column by Eric Sollenberger

Fair Use?

Players and the UT expansion machine

"...grad school friend commented on Facebook that "it's like Austin is actively working to take all my reliable favorites..."

Nov. 14, 2014 Food Feature by Melanie Haupt

Converge and Captivate

Bringing gaming, film, music, and mobile tech together

"...Captivate ConferenceOct. 6-8 Palmer Events Center, 900 Barton Springs Rd. www.captivateconference.com..."

Oct. 4, 2013 Screens Feature by James Renovitch

Keita Takahashi Games Set to Debut Locally

Hosted by indie game collective Juegos Rancheros

"...This week our local independent video game collective's hit streak continues with two new games from..."

April 1, 2013 Screens Post by James Renovitch

Inside Out ... Outside In

The growing influence of fringe movements on City Hall reflects either a healthy populism or the implosion of civic engagement

"...more completely represent the true interests of the city. Austin's great (or at least large) silent majority, if you..."

March 2, 2012 News Feature by Josh Rosenblatt

Inching to the Finish

Bob Sabiston's winding road to Inchworm Animation

"...gaming device the DSi. Those people who aren't into video-game systems or are childless might not have heard of..."

May 27, 2011 Screens Feature by James Renovitch

Why Rail?

The city is pushing for a 2012 vote to build urban rail. The critics are asking, 'Who needs it?'

"...to him – as a packed dining room of Austin's movers and shakers did last year at the Headliners..."

April 8, 2011 News Feature by Lee Nichols

Is That a Wrap for Incentives?

Amid economic woes and a race-baiting controversy, the future of TV, video game, and film funding in Texas looks shaky

"...an extra $27 billion, and filmmakers, TV producers, and game developers in Texas are scratching for funding. So how..."

Jan. 28, 2011 Screens Feature by Richard Whittaker

A Piece of the Action

Previewing the Game On! Texas symposium

"...We're not taking it personally that this Wednesday's miniconference of gaming developers and educators, Game On! Texas, has..."

April 2, 2010 Screens Feature by James Renovitch

State of the City

Mayor Lee Leffingwell delivered his state of the city address at a Real Estate Council of Austin luncheon on Tuesday, Feb. 2

"...the city address at a Real Estate Council of Austin luncheon on Tuesday, Feb. 2. Below is the full..."

Feb. 5, 2010 News Feature

State of the City Address

As delivered by Mayor Lee Leffingwell today

"...the City Address before the Real Estate Council of Austin today. Reprinted below is the full text...."

Feb. 2, 2010 News Post by Lee Nichols

Game On Austin

Local video-game developers show their stuff. And beer!

"...hosting a gaming event (Thusday, Oct. 15) to bring developers and gamers together. The two main ingredients are beer..."

Oct. 8, 2009 Screens Post by James Renovitch

Players' Guide

What's what in Austin gaming

"...Did I forget to mention that the Game Developers Conference is in town? As far as industry..."

Sept. 18, 2009 Screens Feature by James Renovitch

AMODA's Operandi

Just what, exactly, is the Austin Museum of Digital Art up to these days?

"...small country. These are times when last century's video games are deconstructed and reconfigured to create psychedelic visions never..."

Sept. 18, 2009 Arts Feature by Wayne Alan Brenner

Linked on Austin Game Developers Conference

Play the games without all the boring talk

"...Now that the Austin Game Developers Conference is almost over wouldn't you like..."

Sept. 16, 2009 Screens Post by James Renovitch

How People More Important Than You Are Voting

McCracken, Leffingwell list prominent prog, small biz supporters

"...The celebrity endorsement game, which my boss Michael King touched on in his..."

April 8, 2009 News Post by Wells Dunbar

UT's Brackenridge Tract: For Love or Money?

West Austin readies for another battle over redevelopment

"...the Brackenridge Tract, along the Colorado River in West Austin, are once again under consideration for massive new development...."

Sept. 26, 2008 News Feature by Jacob Cottingham

Naked City

News briefs from Austin, the region, and elsewhere

"...• THE FUTURE OF EAST RIVERSIDE About 60 Austinites participated in a "public visioning" workshop on Sept. 17..."

Sept. 26, 2008 News Feature

Monday Night Rollerderby

Texecutioners to host special visit from Dairyland Dolls.

"...last weekend's 83-46 victory over the Detroit Derby Girls, Austin's own #5 ranked Texecutioners get to play host to..."

Sept. 15, 2008 Sports Post by Richard Whittaker

World, Interrupted

Saving the world, one Web warrior at a time

"...in the future. Thanks in part to Lebkowsky and Austin Green Art's Randy Jewart (who secured the appearance of..."

Feb. 29, 2008 Screens Feature by Nora Ankrum

Betting the Farm

Gamecock helps indie video-game developers play with the big boys

"...Wilson with all earnestness. As CEO of local loose-cannon video-game publisher Gamecock Media Group, Wilson's idea of Joe Briefcase..."

Dec. 14, 2007 Screens Feature by James Renovitch

Game Reviews

"...In other Garriott news, he'll be keynoting the Independent Game Conference...."

Oct. 19, 2007 Screens Feature by James Renovitch

No Noobs

Why the Austin Game Developers Conference Isn't for Gamers

"..."We have the most developers, densitywise, in online games, here in Austin," says Richard..."

Aug. 31, 2007 Screens Feature by James Renovitch

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