Kirk Watson Resigns From Texas Senate

Former Austin mayor jumps ship for academia, effective April 30

"...Kirk Watson, Austin's well-liked former mayor and its District 14..."

Feb. 18, 2020 News Post by Kimberley Jones

Kirk Cameron's Saving Christmas

The former teen heartthrob turned evangelical entrepreneur shows how to put the faith back into Christmas.

"...Directed by: Darren Doane. Starring: Kirk Cameron, Darren Doane, Bridgette Cameron, Raphi Henly and Ben..."

Nov. 14, 2014 Movie Review by Kimberley Jones

Kirk Watson Begins His Long Goodbye

Headed to Houston, the ex-mayor and senator reflects on his legacy

"...transition from partisan player into Elder Statesman, state Sen. Kirk Watson, D-Austin, was reflective with the local press corps..."

Feb. 18, 2020 News Post by Mike Clark-Madison

The Other Kirk Watch

Dallas Mayor Ron Kirk returns home to Austin to pitch his senate bid … and inadvertently "retires" Glen Maxey.

"...The other Mayor Kirk -- Austin homeboy Ron Kirk, now of Dallas --..."

Oct. 26, 2001 News Feature by Michael King

Council on Kirk

Council members comment on Kirk Watson's administration.

"...Kirk Watson's departure from the dais this week means readjustment..."

Nov. 9, 2001 News Feature by Lauri Apple

Austin @ Large: Welcome Back, Kirk

Kirk Watson's new job at the chamber stands at odds with his "message" as mayor.

"...done -- inadvertently, I trust -- to its friend Kirk Watson...."

Dec. 5, 2003 News Column by Mike Clark-Madison

King Kirk

illustration by Doug Potter

"...TOP NINE SIGNS THAT MAYOR KIRK WATSON IS THE MAN WHO WOULD BE KING..."

Jan. 8, 1999 News Column

With Election Results Made Official, Kirk Watson Narrowly Reelected as Mayor Without Runoff

Clock ticks on recount request from Carmen Llanes Pulido

"...Kirk Watson has been reelected Austin’s mayor in a five-person..."

Nov. 22, 2024 News Feature by Austin Sanders

Sen. Kirk Watson on the 86th Texas Legislature

“In Texas, we don’t focus on what our needs are; we focus on what we want to pay”

"...Kirk Watson, the former Austin mayor, is entering his fifth..."

Jan. 4, 2019 News Feature by Michael King

Community Organizer Doug Greco Challenges Kirk Watson

Mayor’s race shaping up to be Watson vs. three other liberals

"...Incumbent Mayor Kirk Watson is running and, according to the campaign consultants..."

June 21, 2024 News Feature by Austin Sanders

Unions Bet on Mayoral Candidate Kirk Watson

Endorsements flow in, though his proposals may leave some Austinites wanting more

"...Former state Sen. Kirk Watson has swept the major labor endorsements on his..."

Sept. 9, 2022 News Feature by Austin Sanders

Kirk Watson and Celia Israel Lead Pack for the Next Mayor of Crisis City

Duo leads in funds, reputations, and housing plans

"...two leading candidates are former mayor and state senator Kirk Watson and outgoing state rep Celia Israel. Watson has..."

Aug. 26, 2022 News Feature by Austin Sanders

As Kirk Watson Exits, a Special Election for Senator's Successor Looms

Three Democratic elected officials are considering the race

"...Texas Sen. Kirk Watson is not dying, nor is he being shot..."

Feb. 28, 2020 News Feature by Mike Clark-Madison and Austin Sanders

Kirk Watson Resigns From Texas Senate

Headed to Houston, the ex-mayor and senator reflects on his legacy

"...transition from partisan player into Elder Statesman, state Sen. Kirk Watson, D-Austin, was reflective with the local press corps..."

Feb. 21, 2020 News Feature by Mike Clark-Madison

Kirk Lynn

For he's a jolly good fellow

"...Kirk Lynn, one of the founding co-producing artistic directors of..."

Dec. 9, 2011 Arts Feature by Robert Faires

Budget: The Kirk's Notes Version

Watson secures 48 hours for reviewing budget changes

"...Austin state Sen. Kirk Watson understands that lawmaking sometimes requires taking half a..."

Jan. 28, 2011 News Feature by Lee Nichols

Kirk Watson Narrowly Reelected as Mayor Without Runoff

But challenger Carmen Llanes Pulido has not conceded

"...Kirk Watson has declared victory in Austin’s mayoral race following..."

Nov. 15, 2024 News Post by Austin Sanders

Kirk Watson Wants Four More Years

Mayor makes it official, announces 2024 re-election campaign

"...The once-again mayor is looking to earn another term. Kirk Watson formally announced today, April 10, his 2024 re-election..."

April 10, 2024 News Post by Austin Sanders

Kirk Watson Pulled in Suburban Voters and Outraised Opponent Celia Israel

Entering the era of Mayor Kirk Watson 3.0

Dec. 16, 2022 News Feature by Austin Sanders

Kirk Watson Pulled in Suburban Voters and Outraised Opponent Celia Israel

Entering the era of Mayor Kirk Watson 3.0

"...Kirk Watson has been elected as Mayor of Austin for..."

Dec. 14, 2022 News Post by Austin Sanders

Kirk Watson Wins Austin's Mayoral Race By Fewer Than 900 Votes

New Council comes into focus in run-off election

"...Former mayor Kirk Watson will take office again after winning with fewer..."

Dec. 13, 2022 News Post by Maggie Quinlan

It’s Official: Some People (Including Kirk Watson) Will Be on the Ballot

Applications to be on the ballot are open

"...Mayor: Anthony Bradshaw, Gary Spellman, Kirk Watson (state Rep. Celia Israel, D-Austin, has yet to..."

July 29, 2022 News Feature by Mike Clark-Madison

Greg Casar Will Not Run for Kirk Watson's Vacant Senate Seat

Austin council member says: “I’m staying right where I am”

"...run for the Texas Senate seat opened up by Kirk Watson’s retirement. In a video message shared Monday morning,..."

May 4, 2020 News Post by Austin Sanders

My Kirk Watson Moment

There is a reason I'm in print and not broadcasting

"...It wasn't that spectacular. In fact, perhaps a la Kirk Watson, I was caught a bit off-guard by the..."

March 3, 2008 News Post by Lee Nichols

Doesn't Like Kirk Watson

"...Dear Chronicle, Former Mayor Kirk Watson, Mr. High Profile figure, has the credibility of..."

Dec. 5, 2003 Postmarks

Austin @ Large: Kirk Watch

"...can head off the neighborhood is if they have Kirk Watson's vote before he leaves office. There is absolutely..."

Oct. 26, 2001 News Column by Mike Clark-Madison

Protesters Call for Mayor Kirk Watson to Support Cease-Fire in Gaza

Religious groups, students gathered at City Hall

"...“My heart breaks for the people of Israel,” read..."

Nov. 3, 2023 News Post by Lina Fisher

SXSW Adds Iron Man, Captain Kirk, New Order to Speaker List

Robert Downey Jr., William Shatner, Deepak Chopra headed to Austin

Feb. 14, 2023 SXSW Post by Richard Whittaker

Greg Casar Will Not Run for Kirk Watson's Vacant Senate Seat

Austin council member says: “I’m staying right where I am”

May 8, 2020 News Feature by Austin Sanders

Kirk Cameron Is Not Great

You've got 60 minutes to prove the existence of God starting … now!

May 15, 2007 News Post by Wells Dunbar

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