5th Circuit Affirms Ruling in Texas Prison Overheating Case

A lawsuit filed by six prisoners at the Wallace Pack Unit can now include the unit's full population

"...brought some good news to the effort to get inmates in Texas' prison system living in less-than-extreme conditions on..."

Aug. 25, 2017 News Feature by Chase Hoffberger

Ethanol Usage, Production Heat Up in Texas

Production of renewable fuel source still pollutes but offers longterm potential for clean energy

"...the alternative fuel ethanol has been on fire. The cleaner-burning, domestic, renewable fuel, commonly made from corn, seems be..."

June 9, 2006 News Feature by Daniel Mottola

The Austin Chronic: With Proposed Hemp Ban in Texas, Stakeholders Warn of an Industry Going Under Overnight

Senate Bill 3 would be bad business

"...Clouds is one of the best all-around smoke shops in Austin: fair prices, a wide-ranging inventory, and a friendly..."

Jan. 10, 2025 Column by Kevin Curtin

New “One-Stop Shop” for Trauma Recovery Is the First in Texas

It opens Nov. 1

"...In 2021, City Council put $1 million toward funding a..."

Oct. 27, 2023 News Feature by Lina Fisher

Want to Sell Cannabidiol in Texas?

You’re going to need more money

"...summers ago, shortly after Gov. Greg Abbott signed the Texas Compas­sion­ate Use Act into law, marijuana reform advocates were..."

March 24, 2017 News Feature by Montinique Monroe

Abortions Decrease in Texas After HB 2, Data Shows

DSHS finally releases 2014 abortion stats after ACLU request

"...of key abortion data lodged by the ACLU of Texas, the Department of State Health Services released finalized statistics..."

June 30, 2016 News Post by Mary Tuma

Does Harry Potter Cause Sexual Violence? Only in Texas.

Defending a new nudity tax, the AG says topless bars cause sexual violence

"...comptroller successfully fought off a request for a temporary injunction against the new "titty tax" – a $5-per-customer surcharge..."

Dec. 28, 2007 News Feature by Richard Whittaker

Lobbying to Save Lives in Texas Prisons

It'll cost $500 million to get A/C in prisons

"...wife. Haggerty, known as Liz to her loved ones, made parole in February of 2022. She was transferred to..."

Aug. 25, 2023 News Feature by Brant Bingamon

Closing Arguments Made in the Killing of Austin Black Lives Matter Protester

Daniel Perry is accused of murdering Garrett Foster

"...“This case is about an age-old story, since we all started walking on two feet,” said Guillermo..."

April 6, 2023 News Post by Brant Bingamon

Day Trips & Beyond: Love Lock Bridges in Texas

A guide to "love locks" (and rocks) across the state

"...about the tradition and where you can take part in it, and where not to...."

Feb. 9, 2023 Travel Post by Gerald E. McLeod

Anti-Muslim Sentiment Alive and Well in Texas

Unlike Ahmed Mohamed, many members of the Muslim community in Texas experience hatred yet receive no support; their stories go unpublished.

"...the Muslim teenager who brought a clock to his Irving high school only to be arrested when his teachers..."

Oct. 30, 2015 News Feature by Dina Samir Shehata

Why Pride Marches in India Matter in Texas

Pride parades recently swept the subcontinent, and we should care.

"...In spite of legal progress both here and overseas, the..."

Nov. 26, 2013 Qmmunity Post

HavenCon: the Happiest Fest in Texas

Cosplay madness, writing LGBT, and Janet Varney talks Korra

"...Cosplay contest in full swing, a demonic corpse pulled idly at facial..."

April 5, 2015 Qmmunity Post by Nina Hernandez

Council: It’s Floodin’ Down in Texas

Special Sunday meeting addresses latest Onion Creek disaster

"...In an unusual “special-called” Sunday afternoon session, City Council confirmed..."

Nov. 9, 2015 News Post by Michael King

Deferred Prosecution Deal Made in Lottery Fraud Case

Lottery Commission alleged the couple had tried to defraud the state

"...Zachariah (Riah) Kuenzi learned that they'd been charged with defrauding the Texas Lot­tery Commission, the couple on July 9..."

July 13, 2012 News Feature by Jordan Smith

Only in Texas

TexMo Rethinks Web Site

"...Rumors of the demise of Texas Monthly's Web site are exaggerated, but have at least..."

Feb. 19, 1999 News Column by Lee Nichols

The Austin Chronic: Proposed Bill Would Mark “A Step in the Right Direction” for Medical Marijuana in Texas

On the table: easing of operational pains for dispensaries and allowing for THC inhalers, but critics still see much room for improvement

"...month, as the House Public Health Committee closed a hearing on House Bill 46, Chairman Ken King considered how..."

May 2, 2025 Column by Kevin Curtin

Sustainable Biodiesel: Made in Austin

How two guys are putting Austin on the biodiesel map … again

"...In 2006, Austin had more biodiesel pumps than any other..."

Nov. 28, 2008 News Feature by Daniel Mottola

SBOE Approves an Evolution in Texas Textbooks

Over loud objections, the State Board of Education voted to approve high school biology textbooks discussing evolution.

"...In what turned out to be something of an anticlimax,..."

Nov. 14, 2003 News Feature by Michael King

The Oldest Little Book in Texas

"...In conjunction with the Texas Book Festival, Texas's own Gutenberg..."

Nov. 15, 1996 Books Feature

One Afghan Family’s Journey to Safety in Texas

From Kabul to Austin

"...As the Taliban advanced throughout Afghan­istan in the summer of 2021, Siawash Osian had more pressing..."

Jan. 6, 2023 News Feature by Benton Graham

Teens Seeking Judicial Bypass Abortion in Texas Shamed

New study finds court process functions as “form of punishment”

"...A new study finds that judicial bypass, the court process by which minors..."

Sept. 28, 2018 News Feature by Mary Tuma

Big in Texas, Bigger in L.A.

Austin, CA

"...The Texas Filmmakers' Showcase lineup was announced not too long ago,..."

June 10, 2008 Screens Post by Kimberley Jones

Made in Austin

"...A handful of Austin-produced television shows have hit the national airwaves in the..."

Sept. 27, 1996 Screens Feature

First-Ever Appraisal District Election Is Small Battle in GOP-Dem War Over Taxation in Texas

Elected Dem- or GOP-backed candidates would have outsized power over district

"...For the first time ever, voters across Texas will be asked to elect some of the people..."

April 5, 2024 News Feature by Austin Sanders

Mike Siegel and Pritesh Gandhi Vie for Dem Nod in Texas' Congressional District 10

Both candidates are looking for the chance to bounce Michael McCaul from congress

"...In three of the six congressional districts that cross the..."

March 13, 2020 News Feature by Michael King

Texas Chardonnay?

Don't let the wine police scare you away!

"...Want Texas Wine? Check! Want a nice cold white wine? Check!..."

June 23, 2016 Food Post by Wes Marshall

The Texas Craft Brewers Festival's Rotating Beer List

27 Texas craft brewers showcase their suds

"...you realize how much of your precious life you're wasting at your pencil sales desk job, while Daryl nukes..."

Sept. 15, 2017 Food Post by Eric Puga

Comparing Czech and Texas Beers

The Great Czech/Texas Beer Challenge

"...be fun to compare beers from Czechoslovakia with beers made in Texas. In all fairness, the Czech breweries have..."

July 19, 1996 Food Feature

Weekend Wine: A Top Texas Rosé

Texas Heritage Vineyard’a Lizzie Rosé

"...The Austin Chronicle was among the first newspapers in Texas to..."

April 22, 2022 Food Post by Wes Marshall

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