Point Austin: Let David Live

The execution of David Powell will not serve justice

"...How much pain is enough to make up for irreparable harm? – David Powell..."

May 21, 2010 News Column by Michael King

The Honorable Charlie Baird

Judge Charlie Baird is ruffling official feathers at the Travis County Courthouse

"...District Court. Defendants and family members sit in the gallery, a handful of county prosecutors and court personnel sifts..."

May 30, 2008 News Feature by Jordan Smith

Wage Vigilance

Local businessman under fire for owing money to employees of his former West Lake Hills restaurant

"...vigil at the Cumberland Road Salvation Army in an effort to get a local businessman to pay former employees..."

Dec. 28, 2007 News Feature by Cheryl Smith

Postmarks

Our readers talk back.

"...against the Minutemen and had made up her mind before she even wrote the article. Journalists are supposed to..."

Nov. 11, 2005 Column

The Manson Family

Shot over the course of 10 years, underground filmmkaker Jim Van Bebber tells the story we all think we know. This time, however, the story graphically unfolds from the perspective of Charles Manson.

"...Van Bebber, Marcelo Games, Marc Pitman, Leslie Orr, Sage Stallone, Maureen Allisse and Tom Burns. Finally, the film for..."

Oct. 29, 2004 Movie Review by Marc Savlov

The Sixth Day

"...by: Roger Spottiswoode. Starring: Arnold Schwarzenegger, Tony Goldwyn, Robert Duvall, Michael Rapaport, Michael Rooker, Saran Wynter, Wendy Crewson and..."

Nov. 17, 2000 Movie Review by Marc Savlov

Endorsements

City Propositions

"...on Williamson Creek -- have been needed, and promised for years. We encourage citizens to ensure that the bigger,..."

Oct. 30, 1998 News Feature by the Editorial Staff

SXSW Film Review: An Army of Women

Rousing doc about survivors is a potent call to action

"...and Austin Police Department were sued in federal court for mishandling sexual assault cases by a group of survivors,..."

March 13, 2024 Screens Post by Alejandra Martinez

Opinion: Investing in Working-Class Communities Is Central to Our Public Safety

Travis County D.A. Jose Garza argues we must invest time and resources the root cause of crime – instability

"...achievements and struggles of working people in our country. For two and a half centuries – and now –..."

Sept. 10, 2021 Column by José Garza

Former Travis County D.A. Ronnie Earle Dies

“District Eternity” Earle, 78, passes on

"...After a long illness, legendary former Travis County District Attorney Ronnie Earle died Sunday. Earle..."

April 6, 2020 News Post by Michael King

LGBTQ Caucus' Queer Priorities at the Texas Capitol

House's recently formed caucus announces top causes for 2019

"...The Texas House of Representatives’ recently formed LGBTQ Caucus isn’t losing any momentum. Less than a..."

Feb. 6, 2019 Qmmunity Post by Sarah Marloff

Rape Kit Backlog Cleared: Now What?

Advocates still uncertain of what’s being done with the results

"...entire backlog of rape kits – a number that ballooned to over 4,000 after the 2016 implosion of the..."

Nov. 16, 2018 News Feature by Sarah Marloff

Probation Failing Young Offenders

Texas Criminal Justice Coalition report says there has to be a better way

"...The Texas Criminal Justice Coalition, a research and advocacy organization on CJ reform,..."

Aug. 17, 2018 News Feature by Michael King

Whose Streets?

A you-are-there portrait of the tragedy in Ferguson

"...lifeless body lay in the middle of the street for approximately four hours after his death, covered by a..."

Aug. 25, 2017 Movie Review by Steve Davis

Meet the Candidate: Heather Way

Way says she'll focus on the growing economic divide and affordability crisis if elected

"...solidly Democratic seat since 1990, and when he filed for re-election last Dec. 1, it was clear no one..."

Jan. 8, 2016 News Feature by Richard Whittaker

Changing Directions

Community-based programs aim to redirect the 'school-to-prison pipeline'

"...constantly bullied by her peers, and punished by administrators for not fitting the mold in high school. She was..."

June 6, 2014 News Feature by Dagny Zenovia

Court Rules on Marriage Equality

DOMA struck down, Prop 8 dismissed on standing

"...In a landmark ruling for LGBT rights, this morning the Supreme Court struck down..."

June 26, 2013 News Post by Brandon Watson

Letters at 3AM: An Arbitrary Nation, Part 2

Laws arbitrarily enforced (or not enforced) according to the whims of the authorities are no longer laws

"...houses, papers, and effects, against unreasonable searches and seizures, shall not be violated, and no Warrants shall issue, but..."

May 3, 2013 Column by Michael Ventura

Fun Size

Broad-stroked but often funny, this is a teen tale of a Halloween night that doesn't go according to plan.

"...Directed by: Josh Schwartz. Starring: Victoria Justice, Jackson Nicoll, Chelsea Handler, Thomas Mann, Jane Levy, Osric..."

Oct. 26, 2012 Movie Review by Kimberley Jones

Point Austin: It's Not About Sharon Keller

Sharon Keller, Todd Willingham, and unjustifiable homicide

"...very lucky not to be standing in the dock before Sharon Keller the judge. Keller, presiding judge of the..."

Sept. 4, 2009 News Column by Michael King

'Chronicle' Endorsements

Nov. 4 General Election

"...publisher) offer the following select recommendations to our readers for the general election to be held Nov. 4; early..."

Oct. 17, 2008 News Feature

Postmarks

Our readers talk back.

"...Turning a blind eye to justice affects everyone. As Martin Luther King said, "Injustice anywhere..."

June 24, 2005 Column

Naked City

Youth, Justice, and Money

"...Commission -- the institutional arm of the state's juvenile justice system -- with the Texas Juvenile Probation Commission. Strayhorn's..."

Feb. 21, 2003 News Feature by Jordan Smith

We're No. 1!

Texas prepares to mark its 300th contemporary execution.

"...handily maintained online by the Texas Dept. of Criminal Justice (www.tdcj.state.tx.us/stat/scheduledexecutions.htm ) -- on March 12, Delma Banks Jr...."

Feb. 21, 2003 News Column by Michael King

Postmarks Web Extra

Our readers' letters regarding the September 11 terrorist attacks

"...on a photo project in Kosova and Macedonia. Just before I left the U.S. in mid-September I saw one..."

Oct. 19, 2001 Column

Postmarks Web Extra

Our readers' letters regarding the September 11 terrorist attacks

"...Dr. Zelda Austen said in her letter (Sept. 28), especially regarding Belinda Acosta and the "TV Eye" column. I..."

Oct. 12, 2001 Column

Postmarks

Our readers talk back.

"...display flags. You make jokes about Aggies and their technically flawed symbolism at a football game without a hint..."

Oct. 5, 2001 Column

Naked City

Council Watch

"...What Price, Justice?..."

April 27, 2001 News Feature by Emily Pyle

Wallet and Spirit

Sickbed Fortune

"...that he has a lot of money. In 1992, Forbes magazine hailed Leininger as one of the 400 wealthiest..."

Jan. 29, 1999 News Feature by Debbie Nathan

Endorsements

City Propositions

"...We have little patience for the persistent argument that Austin can't afford these bonds,..."

Oct. 23, 1998 News Feature by the Editorial Staff

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