Star Wars Producer Kathleen Kennedy to be Honored at Austin Film Festival

Legendary force in film will receive Polly Platt Award

"...There are few film producers who have had the impact of Kathleen Kennedy. Her career will be celebrated at..."

March 6, 2024 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Austin-Made Comedy Home Free Is Taking Homelessness Seriously

How a chance encounter in 1997 keeps changing lives

"...of filmmakers say their film was truly conceived in Austin, but not all of them can point to a..."

Oct. 27, 2023 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

With State Police Leaving Austin for the Border, APD Calls It a Success

But when will APD show their work?

"...about the City Council’s recent Public Safety Committee meeting: Austin police are very pleased with the Texas Department of..."

May 23, 2023 News Post by Brant Bingamon

Council Approves New Austin Energy Rates; Advocates Disappointed

Average customer will see bill increase of $9 in March 2023

"...and three council members, their last meeting ever – Austin Energy finally secured approval of its new customer rate..."

Dec. 9, 2022 News Post by Lina Fisher

Musical Youth! Summer Stock Austin Previews Its 2022 Shows

New music, In the Heights, and a love letter to MGM

"...Everyone in Austin's theatre land knows it's not summer without Summer Stock..."

July 19, 2022 Arts Post by Richard Whittaker

Austin at Large: The Pigs Inside Our Python

Austin takes a looooong time to digest what it swallows

"...on these stories; now we have KUT and the Austin Monitor and (at times) Community Impact and even the..."

Feb. 25, 2022 News Column by Mike Clark-Madison

A Black Man Is in Critical Condition After Being Struck With “Less Lethal Impact Munitions” at Sunday's Demonstration

Chief Brian Manley addressed police response at Monday presser

"...in which protesters suffered severe injuries from “less lethal impact munitions” fired by Austin police this weekend, Police Chief..."

June 1, 2020 News Post by Austin Sanders

Now Streaming in Austin: The Texas Chainsaw Massacre 2

The scary sequel shot in the Statesman

"...Welcome to Now Streaming in Austin, highlighting locally made titles to watch while self-quarantining. There's..."

April 24, 2020 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Austin Closes Bars, Dining Rooms in Latest COVID-19 Measures

Gatherings of 10 or more prohibited; orders in effect through May 1

"...As expected, Austin Mayor Steve Adler and Travis County Judge Sarah Eckhardt..."

March 17, 2020 News Post by Mike Clark-Madison

Amazon in Austin?

Online retail giant has rumored interest in Austin for second HQ

"...headquarters, away from its Seattle headquarters, and (surprise, surprise) Austin has been rumored as a potential spot. There's a..."

Sept. 15, 2017 News Feature by Richard Whittaker

Wish List: A Forever Home at Austin Zoo

Keeping the zoo's animal kingdom warm this winter

"...The Austin Zoo spares the lives of animals that have been..."

Dec. 12, 2016 News Post by Montinique Monroe

Game On Austin

The Austin Chronicle and SXSW Gaming show off Austin's gaming bounty

"...Empire Control Room, 606 E. Seventh $3 (kids free) austinchronicle.com/gameon..."

Oct. 24, 2014 Screens Feature by James Renovitch

Austin Cash Limits

Vendors see benefits of ACL

"...The music may have lasted 33 hours, but the Austin City Limits Music Festival's impact will be felt for..."

Oct. 12, 2010 News Post by Kelsey McNiel

The Edwards Impact

Texas Democratic Party praises former presidential hopeful.

"...votes or policy, Giuliani has had little to no impact on the Republican primary process. The same can't be..."

Jan. 31, 2008 News Post by Richard Whittaker

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

"...an oddity that there’s no unified arts department at Austin City Hall...."

April 25, 2025 Arts Feature by Richard Whittaker

Rigoni’s Release Marks End of an Ugly Era for Austin FC

Update: Has Borrell already found his new DP?

"...Updated May 22, 11am: Multiple outlets Wednesday reported that Austin FC had already moved to fill the DP spot..."

May 21, 2024 Sports Post by Eric Goodman

Austin Film Society Announces 2023 AFS Grant for Short Films Recipients

Career-changing grants go to 16 projects from Texas filmmakers

"...about putting your money where your mouth is: The Austin Film Society has announced the 16 projects from 18..."

Jan. 5, 2024 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Opinion: Project Dis-Connect – Austin’s Back to the Future

Before burying the light rail below Austin's unique street character and beautiful lake, we should take a breath to reconsider the design ideas and ballooning costs

"...Today's Austin boasts a vibrant Downtown that draws residents and visitors..."

July 8, 2022 Column by Karen McGraw

Fear the Walking Dead Production Quits Austin for Georgia

AMC show relocates amid fear about Texas incentives

"...series which has shot its last four seasons in Austin and the surrounding area, is leaving Texas and is..."

Nov. 11, 2021 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Good Apple Works to Get Healthy Food on the Table for East Austin Families

With a $75,000 grant from the Austin City: One Challenge, this grocery delivery service hopes its efforts address food insecurity

"...Zoe Mantarakis, a single mother living in Austin, struggled to feed her three children. She said she..."

March 13, 2020 News Feature by Neelam Bohra

¡Dale, Austin FC! MLS Makes It Official

Austin finally is a major league town, with soccer taking the pitch in 2021

"...and green gathered to celebrate the official announcement that Austin FC would take the field in 2021 as Major..."

Jan. 18, 2019 News Feature by Austin Sanders

Playback: CodeNEXT and the Austin Music Scene

How might the update of Austin’s land development code affect the musical landscape?

"...Following five years of lead-up, the rewrite of Austin's outdated land development code soon heads to City Council...."

June 8, 2018 Music Column by Kevin Curtin

Lake|Flato's Impact on Austin

The firm behind the new library has changed our city's look

"...28 has generated much buzz for Lake|Flato, the San Antonio/Austin-based architectural firm that partnered on the project with Boston's..."

Oct. 31, 2017 Arts Post by Robert Faires

"This Is Austin Bashing on Steroids"

This legislative session, state GOP lawmakers ran an all-out assault on municipal values

"...deeply red state leadership against its progressive capital city. (Austin filed its own suit against Texas a few weeks..."

June 16, 2017 News Feature by Mary Tuma

Playback: Austin's Music Tech Movement

Can techies solve the problems facing Austin music?

"...to man. Recently, I passed a self-driving car on Austin's roadways. It had a guitar painted on the door,..."

June 10, 2016 Music Column by Kevin Curtin

Point Austin: The Lege v. Austin

The Austin-bashing bills are not just about water – also property, power, and democracy

"...the Capitol. While the sobriquet of "People's Republic of Austin" is not heard as often as it once was..."

May 27, 2005 News Column by Michael King

Armadillo World Headquarters and Austin Film Festival Tap Local Filmmaker for Jim Franklin Documentary

Emil Lozada wins “The Armadillo Man” fellowship

"...Armadillo World Headquarters and Austin Film Festival have selected Emil Lozada as the winner..."

May 15, 2025 Screens Post by Carys Anderson

The Austin Chronic: Ground Game Texas Vows to Keep Fighting for Decriminalization

Executive Director Catina Voellinger responds to Ken Paxton’s crusade to recriminalize marijuana in Austin

"...been unsurprising, the recent court rulings that cities like Austin and San Marcos can’t prevent the enforcement of Texas’..."

May 16, 2025 Column by Kevin Curtin

Queer-Owned Bar Austin Eagle Temporarily Closes After Construction Accident

Owner says moving out might be required after wall knocked in

"...The Austin Eagle, a queer-owned bar known for its inclusive atmosphere..."

April 10, 2025 News Post by Lucciana Choueiry

Beauties and Wizzes and Mammas, Oh My! Broadway in Austin Announces 2025-26 Season

Tony winners galore join the chorus as the musical season starts

"...been announced for Texas Performing Arts' 2025-26 Broadway in Austin season at the Bass Concert Hall...."

March 4, 2025 Arts Post by Richard Whittaker

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