Is Austin’s New Arts Umbrella Organization Just in Time or Too Little, Too Late?

After two decades of treating culture and creativity as an afterthought, the city of Austin finally has a real arts department

"...For a city that’s supposed to care a lot about the arts, it’s always..."

April 25, 2025 Arts Feature by Richard Whittaker

The Vouchers Battle Is Decided, But What About the Future of Texas Politics?

How it happened

"...years of monomaniacal focus, Gov. Greg Abbott got his coveted school voucher bill approved by the Texas House. But..."

April 25, 2025 News Feature by Brant Bingamon

Why Austin’s Progressive Rep. Greg Casar Is Visiting Republican Districts

Casar, an odd choice to reach moderates, talks strategy

"...progressive congressman, Greg Casar, has been testing a new idea: town halls in Republican districts. In press releases, his..."

April 25, 2025 News Feature by Maggie Quinlan

AISD Superintendent Considers Moving Hundreds of Students From Dobie to Lamar Middle School

Parents and staff worry as AISD avoids possible state takeover

"...in scope. With a temporary or permanent closure of Dobie Middle School looming, Austin ISD is proposing to fold..."

April 25, 2025 News Feature by Brant Bingamon

The Verde Report: Can Late Goal Shake Brandon Vazquez Out of Scoring Slump?

LA Galaxy win could turn out to be a pivotal moment

"...Generally speaking, sports are beautifully binary. The pitch is either a strike or a..."

April 25, 2025 Sports Column by Eric Goodman

Texas Burlesque Festival Takes It All Off

This year’s celebration celebrates diversity, freedom, and glove peels

"...In times of fear and oppression, any art is a form of defiance. When..."

April 25, 2025 Arts Feature by Richard Whittaker

Qmmunity: Springtime Socializing

Here, take these LGBTQ events to protect you against the incoming horrors

"...Hoppy post-Easter/Passover/Earth Day season, everyone. Oh but mere days ago we ate..."

April 25, 2025 Column by James Scott

Headlines / Quote of the Week

"...Don’t Drink That Water: The deadly algae is back! Scientists..."

April 25, 2025 News Feature

Free Will Astrology

Your weekly horoscope, April 25 - May 1

"...TAURUS (April 20-May 20): You can’t see or hold the wind, though you can feel its force and..."

April 25, 2025 Column by Rob Brezsny

BLM Protester Shot In Face With Beanbag Round in 2020 Loses Eye in Surgery

Sam Kirsch was one of many injured by police in May 2020

"...Sam Kirsch was one of many protesters badly hurt during the Black Lives Matter demonstrations that shut..."

April 25, 2025 News Feature by Brant Bingamon

From the Internet to the Industry: Behind the Scenes of the CAMP Film Festival

New film fest aims to change online creator expectations

"...“From the Internet to the Industry. From the Industry to the Internet.” It’s a simple..."

April 23, 2025 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Antone’s Nightclub Celebrates 50 Years at 2025 Austin Blues Festival

April 26-27 event colors outside the genre lines

"...The Austin Blues Festival returns to Moody Amphitheater at Waterloo Park April 26-27, celebrating the genre..."

April 21, 2025 Music Post by Angelina Liu

The Wedding Banquet

Remake is a sweet, if restrained, ode to found families

"...Directed by: Andrew Ahn. Starring: Bowen Yang, Kelly Marie Tran,..."

April 18, 2025 Movie Review by Kimberley Jones

School Vouchers Win in Late Night Vote at the Capitol

Controversial Republican proposal will become law

"...Public school supporters made their voices heard but Republicans in the Texas House..."

April 17, 2025 News Post by Brant Bingamon

Family and Staff Dismayed at Dobie Middle School’s Likely Closure

Austin ISD could face state takeover if school remains open

"...The heartbreak and confusion came flooding out Monday night at a meeting..."

April 18, 2025 News Feature by Brant Bingamon

Free Will Astrology

Your weekly horoscope, April 18-24

"...ARIES (March 21-April 19): I am always surprised when there appears yet another authoritative article or book..."

April 18, 2025 Column by Rob Brezsny

Visual Arts Review: Surrealist Showcase “All I Want Is Boundless Love”

Fewer melting clocks for more maternal moons at Martha’s Contemporary

"...return to surrealism. The act of exploring the mystical, dreamlike realms of our subconscious feels akin to a spring..."

April 18, 2025 Arts Feature by Teedee Simons

The Luv Doc: A Hard Lesson

You might want to spruce up that Tinder profile

"...Dear Luv Doc,..."

April 18, 2025 Column by The Luv Doc

Strip Mall Spotlight: North Park Shopping Center

Mangonadas, taquerias, supermercados, and more on North Lamar

"...Welcome back to The Strip Club, highlighting Austin’s destination strip malls. Where else can you order melted cheese..."

April 18, 2025 Food Feature by Taylor Holland

Art, Eggs, Kink, and Sleaze in This Weekend’s Art Events

Recommended happenings for your calendar consideration

"...Indeed a reference to Aldous Huxley’s renowned 1931 dystopian novel,..."

April 18, 2025 Arts Feature by James Scott

Qmmunity: Taking Yourself on a Date

Make sure to make time for the coolest queer you know, aka you.

"...Despite being an artist, I do not do morning pages...."

April 18, 2025 Column by James Scott

Headlines / Quote of the Week

"...Vouchers Approved: Hundreds of public school supporters dressed in red descended..."

April 18, 2025 News Feature

The Verde Report: An “Ashamed” Austin FC Must Regain Competitive Spirit After 5-1 Disaster

Vancouver debacle marks pivotal point in season

"...of sports cliches gives us plenty of options to describe what the Vancouver Whitecaps did to Austin FC Saturday..."

April 18, 2025 Sports Column by Eric Goodman

A Candid Conversation With a Weed Plug

A black-market business owner talks pricing and how underground cannabis retail has evolved in Austin

"...In modern discussions about cannabis legality, we often hear the term..."

April 18, 2025 Arts Feature by Kevin Curtin

Reggaeton, Psych Rock, Brat-Pop, and More Crucial Concerts

Local shows worth your admission this week

"...Friday 18, Mohawk..."

April 18, 2025 Music Feature by Carys Anderson

All Hustle and Grit: Inside Family Business Austinite Cannabis Co.

Owner Estella Castro on the importance of medical cannabis and minority representation in dispensaries

"...“We would NEVER!” laughs Estella Castro. “25 years ago, me and..."

April 18, 2025 Arts Feature by Kevin Curtin

Does Dan Patrick Even Understand the Cannabis Industry He’s Trying to Kill?

Texas Lege’s draconian bills are making even the stoners frustrated

"...it cures frustration. For me, a single hit of weed can shut off acute frustration like a light switch,..."

April 18, 2025 Arts Feature by Kevin Curtin

Austin Art Narrowly Avoids the Wrecking Ball

New city office works to save artwork facing demolition

"...short weeks ago, it was looking grim for the longstanding art pieces in the Austin Convention Center. The city..."

April 18, 2025 News Feature by Maryam Ahmed

The City Budget Deficit Is Finally Here

Rising costs, declining revenues to blame

"...After years of city budget staff warning of impending budget deficits, the trouble has..."

April 18, 2025 News Feature by Austin Sanders

UT’s Oldest Research Institution Focused on Oil Gets a New Leader

Lorena Moscardelli says she’s hopeful about sustainable energy

"...When Lorena Moscardelli attended a geology lecture as an undergrad, she was..."

April 18, 2025 News Feature by Mattea Gallaway

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