Headlines / Quote of the Week

"...Election Day Now: Cast your vote on eight city propositions..."

April 30, 2021 News Feature

'Chronicle' Endorsements

May 10 municipal elections

"...The May 10 municipal election ballot will not be very long..."

May 9, 2008 News Feature by The Chronicle Editorial Board

'Chronicle' Endorsements

May 10 municipal elections

"...The May 10 municipal election ballot will not be very long..."

April 25, 2008 News Feature by The Chronicle Editorial Board

Texas Democratic Convention to Host Panels, U.S. Senate Debate Online

Originally to be held in San Antonio, the TDC kicks off June 1

"...In light of COVID-19, the TDP convention – originally to be held in..."

May 29, 2020 News Feature by Beth Sullivan

The Latest Effects of Coronavirus on Texas Elections

Abbott postpones run-offs, Dems sue to expand vote-by-mail

"...Amidst the COVID-19 pandemic and the various public responses, political campaigns in..."

March 23, 2020 News Post by Michael King

Vela to Waffling Dukes: Go Now

Updated: Dukes confirms she will be on the floor today

"...rep anounced in September that, after winning the November election, she would resign her seat Jan. 10. Why run..."

Jan. 9, 2017 News Post by Richard Whittaker

A New Era for the Travis County Democratic Party

After years of infighting and a tumultuous election in March, the TCDP must now proceed as one

"...Just after 11pm on the night of this year's primary election, Dyana..."

June 15, 2018 News Feature by Nina Hernandez

Austin at Large: A Strong-Mayor Sweet Spot?

Advocates throw some salt on the pleasant-tasting "pro-democracy" reform plan

"...visible homelessness), or the sputtery push to recall the mayor – is from the good-government campaign calling itself Austinites..."

Jan. 1, 2021 News Column by Mike Clark-Madison

SXSW Announces Midnighters, VR And More

Time to get dark and artistic with the latest film wave

"...There will be some familiar names in horror circles..."

Feb. 5, 2020 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Uber Supporter Goes to Court

Asks Texas Supreme Court to change ballot language

"...and Lyft would die down a bit until the May 7 election, you’d be wrong...."

March 10, 2016 News Post by Mac McCann

News Roundup: Council and the Court

Scalia's death shakes up high court; Council continues Uber battle

"...Lyft – that was Council’s only option if a May 7 referendum election on the question were to be..."

Feb. 15, 2016 News Post by the News Staff

Elsewhere, They Have Congressmen

The congressional landscape, Tom DeLay style

"...be readily demonstrated by House Speaker Tom Craddick's determination – even if it threatened to scuttle the entire GOP..."

Feb. 20, 2004 News Feature by Michael King

What’s on the Ballot?

"...Austin City Charter, which can only be amended by election every two years – a state law provision that,..."

April 16, 2021 News Feature

Point Austin: The Work Goes On

A mixed election bag nationwide, but real reasons for optimism

"...court at the White House, claiming victory in an election that largely reflected a nationwide rejection of his presidency...."

Nov. 9, 2018 News Column by Michael King

AISD Board: Next up for Saldaña’s Vacant Seat

Appointee imminent, the ballot for next year's election is already overflowed

"...before summer vacation. Whoever's appointed will fill the remaining 14 months of Saldaña's term...."

April 28, 2017 News Feature by Richard Whittaker

Naked City

"...to see it enacted on the House floor again." – Rep. Lon Burnam, D-Fort Worth, on the passage of..."

April 27, 2007 News Feature

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

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

"...public health threat and economic downturn caused by the COVID-19 pandemic...."

May 4, 2020 News Post by Austin Sanders

Land of Confusion

Republicans looking for do-over in House District 48

"...wants you to know for sure it's that the election challenge in House District 48 is just like what..."

Feb. 8, 2011 News Post by Richard Whittaker

Chronicle Endorsements for the Propositions on the November Ballot

November 2021 Statewide General Election and City of Austin Special Election

"...constitutional amendments (there have been more than 500 since 1876), as a rational expression of protest to this bizarre..."

Oct. 15, 2021 News Feature by The Chronicle Editorial Board

hellsite.austin.gov

Everything needs to be online now. Austin is a world-renowned tech capital. Why can’t the city get it right?

"...face. "There are currently no appointments available. As of 11:40pm, our scheduling system has run into technical issues resulting..."

June 11, 2021 News Feature by Brant Bingamon

Voting by Mail

Answers to Your VBM Questions

"...Co. Clerk's Office, not postmarked). Download an application at countyclerk.traviscountytx.gov/elections/ballot-by-mail; or an editable PDF version at bbm.sos.state.tx.us/bbm.asp...."

April 16, 2021 News Feature

Office of Police Oversight Puts Its Difficulties With APD Leadership in Writing

Report offers insight into limitations OPO faces in doing its work

"...Office of Police Oversight's first annual report, released June 16, covers much of its work since it was created..."

June 25, 2021 News Feature by Austin Sanders

Fewer Fire Fights?

Unions back ballot measures in Austin, Pflugerville

"...aided by voters' approval of Proposition A on the May 1 ballot. The charter amendment, which the firefighters gathered..."

April 16, 2021 News Feature by Beth Sullivan

Don't Forget the Children

AISD races and bond proposals

"...her seat open to be fought over in the May 10 elections by two local parents: Christine Brister and..."

April 25, 2008 News Feature by Richard Whittaker

Headlines

"...Advisory Board will make its final vote, Tuesday, March 21, to approve the Plaza Saltillo Master Development Agreement. The..."

March 18, 2016 News Feature

City Lays Out Slow, Steady Plan to Enact Prop B

Arrests will be a "last resort" in phased plan to move camp residents over coming months

"...The return to the pre-2019 rules on where and how Austin­ites without homes can..."

May 14, 2021 News Feature by Austin Sanders

Encampment Fires Add Fuel to Camping Ban Debate

Mackowiak: "No one has ever run as sophisticated a campaign as the one we are running"

"...On Thursday, April 1, three fires broke out near encampments of unsheltered Austinites,..."

April 9, 2021 News Feature by Lina Fisher

City Budget

Public safety spared; fee increases and other cuts likely

"...The overall 2010 budget is estimated to cost $2.75 billion, of which..."

July 24, 2009 News Feature by Wells Dunbar

Mini Music Festival Serenades the Esperanza Community Homeless Encampment

Bands and residents soundtrack Been There event

"...inhabitants at the once abandoned lot on South Hwy. 183 comprised of tents, shanties, and prefabricated tiny homes showcased..."

April 23, 2021 Music Post by Kevin Curtin

Council Recap: Kelly Holds Out on Hotel Purchase As City Gets Ready to HEAL

High-profile homelessness initiatives dominate meeting

"...City Council voted 10-1 on Thursday, Feb. 4, to approve purchase of the..."

Feb. 5, 2021 News Post by Austin Sanders

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