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Our readers talk back.

"...the knowledge that one may legally say nearly anything about politicians in this country, whether true or not, without..."

April 4, 2003 Column

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The dog-running controversy continues … and chalk another one up for Ventura.

"...how when a minority neighborhood works together to "sweep out" a criminal nuisance, nobody gets up in arms or..."

Oct. 1, 1999 Column

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Sweep Them Out

"...a neighborhood. Now they are trying to push Leslie out of downtown. One only wonders how Mr. Watson would..."

June 4, 1999 Column

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Plan for People, Not Cars

"...a hidden cost that will be paid by all automobilists. (Don't worry about me, I ride a bicycle.)sider the..."

March 26, 1999 Column

Your Field Guide to 80 Essential Acts at SXSW Music

Highlighting the best and buzziest at this year's Festival

"...All roads lead to Austin come March 13-18. South by Southwest Music 2023 invites over 1,400 artists to..."

March 10, 2023 Music Feature by The Music Staff

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Our readers talk back.

"...Taking him to task for a column about the "flypaper strategy" of ambushing terrorists in Iraq, I..."

Aug. 25, 2006 Column

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"...Well, well. Another story about wannabe indie filmmakers who mortgage their homes and ruin..."

July 18, 2003 Column

Net Worth

"...being linked up by a communications medium that is tax-free, toll free, and almost legislation-free. It is not controlled..."

March 26, 1999 Screens Feature

Sxsw

"...if there are over 700 bands playing this year's South by Southwest conference? You are only one person, with..."

March 14, 1997 Music Feature

Anime, Activism, and Aerodynamics in This Weekend’s Recommended Events

Arts and culture abound!

"...cabin by Walden Pond, Sanchez adds a spacey twist. Astronaut “H” lives alone on the moon, harvesting matter for..."

April 4, 2025 Arts Feature by James Scott

The Psychedelic Renaissance and the Veterans Leading the Charge

Psychedelic healing around Austin and beyond

"...had set. The air inside the maloca, an octagonal hut, was heavy and wet. Gould felt saturated by the..."

July 5, 2024 News Feature by Brant Bingamon

Hiring More Police Is Not a Great Way to Prevent Murders

A closer look at Austin's growing number of homicides

"...Cities large and small, progressive and conservative, ones that cut their police budgets and ones that increased them, all..."

Oct. 15, 2021 News Feature by Austin Sanders

Austin Critics Table Awards 2013

Arts writers raise their glasses to outstanding art in list of nominees

"...of Shakespeare's Henry VI histories earned eight nominations, including Outstanding Production, Drama; Direction (for Beth Burns); and Ensemble Performance...."

May 24, 2013 Arts Feature by Robert Faires

Drug War Blowback

Drug-raid tactics come under increasing scrutiny

"...Autumn finally arrived in Austin shortly after midnight on Monday,..."

Dec. 21, 2007 News Feature by Jordan Smith

Dancing About Architecture

SXSW begins

"...It's South by Southwest week again, isn't it? Whew. Which means..."

March 16, 2001 Music Column by Ken Lieck

Horror Unearthed: The Return of Confessions of a Serial Killer

The lost Austin horror classic finally gets the respect it deserves

"...It’s said that after the failure of his debut feature, the artsy Eggshells, Tobe Hooper realized that the..."

Aug. 23, 2024 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Spider Sculptures, Gore Feasts, and More Arts Events

Feed your art habit with these recommended events for the week

"...a cross-country car journey that taught us a little about life, a little about love, and a lot about..."

March 22, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

'The NFL Beat': To Explode From Within

A personal take on the Jovan Belcher murder/suicide

"...for the first time in 54 games, failed to put up a passing touchdown...."

Dec. 1, 2012 Sports Post by Alex Dunlap

Old Soul

Bill Maddox died violently under bizarre circumstances – and left a legacy of music, love, and friendship

"...included several other boys from school – lasted for about a year, Kelton recalls. It was 1966, Beatlemania was..."

March 18, 2011 News Feature by Jordan Smith

'Secuestro Express'

Jonathan Jakubowicz and Elizabeth Avellán on 'Secuestro Express'

"...writer-director Jonathan Jakubowicz and his collaborator, producer Elizabeth Avellán, about the background of the film. Jakubowicz spoke to the..."

Oct. 28, 2005 Screens Feature by Michael King

A Dangerous Man

At 18, Billy Joe Wardlow took a man’s life. Nearly 30 years later, the state still wants his.

"...of the good guys." Still, the state plans to execute Wardlow on July 8. The Crime, The Trial..."

June 26, 2020 News Feature by Brant Bingamon

Top of the Line

The nominees for the 2011 Austin Critics Table Awards

"...Club, 8120 Research. The public is welcome. Admission is free. THEATRE Production, Drama..."

May 27, 2011 Arts Feature by Robert Faires

Summer Camp Guide

"...too much Sun-In, and I was the only girl without a curling iron – who knew they could run..."

April 28, 2006 Features Feature by Nora Ankrum

Naked City

Headlines and happenings from Austin and beyond

"...at their own peril." – Kelly Shackelford of the Free Market Foundation, on his group's plans to translate the..."

Nov. 11, 2005 News Feature

Naked City

Headlines and happenings from Austin and beyond

"...waste of time and taxpayer dollars." – Kay Bailey Hutchison, on NBC's Meet the Press, Oct. 23, regarding the..."

Oct. 28, 2005 News Feature

Making Biscuit

Punk icon Randy "Biscuit" Turner serves art 24/7

"...A modest frame house in South Austin sports a wealth of year-round yard art. Bowling..."

Aug. 19, 2005 Music Feature by Marc Savlov

Equality

Ornette Coleman, speaking softly and carrying a huge legacy

"..."Maybe distance. I can't think of any problem about it. I don't remember speaking to anyone about a..."

Nov. 12, 2004 Music Feature by Raoul Hernandez

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Letter to Isaac

"...We've been thinking about you. We loved your dad too. He was unique...."

Feb. 19, 1999 Column

Blues for Life

"...Royal with Ray. Alas, he seems to have started without him. But no worries. Ray cues up a CD,..."

Nov. 6, 1998 Music Feature by Christopher Gray

Crucial Concerts for the Coming Week

HAAM Day, Ron Carter, and Pecan Street Festival lead our recommended shows

"...fundraiser. You can make a donation – every $100 contributed equals $700 in health care services – or assist..."

Sept. 15, 2023 Music Column by Kevin Curtin

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