Voting Turnout Bad, But How Bad?

Finding precedents for an unprecedented election

"...congressional, state, city, and local education districts on the November ballot. Previously, the local races were in May, so..."

Dec. 10, 2014 News Post by Richard Whittaker

Votes Pending: The Case for Connect

Cap Metro board endorses initial rail route

"...not to put the proposal to voters in a November bond election. The official rationale is that, even at..."

June 27, 2014 News Feature by Mac McCann

It's May in a Landslide!

Council votes 4-3 – three times – to keep spring election

"...of moving the contest to the higher-turnout month of November...."

Oct. 14, 2011 News Feature by Wells Dunbar

The Calendar's on Fire!

Council takes up the contentious subject of the election date

"...a proviso allowing cities to move their elections to November, a time that also garners dramatically higher voter turnout,..."

Oct. 7, 2011 News Feature by Wells Dunbar

Postscripts

"...On Friday, November 14, 5pm, Riva Castleman, retired chief curator of prints..."

Nov. 14, 1997 Books Column by Clay Smith

Last Week in Live Music: Air, Linkin Park, Ben Kweller, Juvenile, and More

"...Soul Man Sam at Antone's on November 4, 2024..."

Nov. 11, 2024 Photo Gallery

Art on Waller Creek, Drag on Congress, and More Recommended Events

Step outside and appreciate some art

"...Through November 23, Recspec Gallery..."

Nov. 8, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Last Week in Live Music: Incubus, Le Butcherettes, Ben Kweller, and More

"...shows. Pictured here: Ben Kweller at ACL Live on November 23, 2019..."

Nov. 26, 2019 Photo Gallery

Lee Leffingwell: 'Think Long-Range'

The incumbent mayor defends his record

"...was made whether we should move the elections to November. You were in the minority that said we should...."

April 27, 2012 News Feature by Michael King

WilCo Election Screw-Up

County clerk sends out wrong information to 3,000 voters

"...County will have new polling locations for Election Day, November 4. On Election Day, voters must vote in the..."

Oct. 24, 2008 News Post by Richard Whittaker

Letters at 3am

We are swiftly losing our civil liberties as a result of the USA-PATRIOT Act, although this administration has shown it is not impervious to citizen complaints.

"..."significant purpose" connecting the investigation with suspected terrorism. On November 1, President Bush signed an executive order allowing a..."

Dec. 28, 2001 Column by Michael Ventura

"Still Separate and Still Unequal"

"...of African American children in special education classes, by November 15, 2000...."

Jan. 12, 2001 News Feature

Letters at 3AM

The collapse of the American political process in Election Year 2000 is both an event in itself and a world-class metaphor: The American Century is over.

"...On November 28, the Supreme Court declared that the city of..."

Dec. 8, 2000 Column by Michael Ventura

Live Shots

"...by special guest Abra Moore at the Continental Club November 13 photograph by John Carrico BUICK MACKANE..."

Nov. 20, 1998 Music Feature

Fall Film Previews

September

"...[ September | October | November ]..."

Sept. 11, 1998 Screens Feature

Septic Overload?

LCRA Waits in Wings While City Ponders Sewer Service

"...bonds, formerly known as the September bond election. On November 3, below the statewide ballot headed by gubernatorial candidates..."

Aug. 21, 1998 News Column by Jenny Staff

Postscripts

Mixed Notes

"...and the Blimpe will perform at the Electric Lounge, November 5, 8pm for the benefit. Tickets can be purchased..."

Oct. 31, 1997 Books Column by Clay Smith

Postmarks

Our Areas Are Sensitive

"...like to thank you for Nelson England's article of November 15 regarding the Austin Metropolitan Trail Council's plan to..."

Nov. 29, 1996 Column

Last Week in Live Music: The Flaming Lips, Lil Uzi Vert, alt-J, S.L. Houser, and More

"...Pictured here: The Flaming Lips at ACL Live on November 8, 2023..."

Nov. 14, 2023 Photo Gallery

The Dude Abides Festival

"...The Dude Abides Festival at Pioneer Farms on November 13, 2021..."

Nov. 15, 2021 Photo Gallery

Record Turnout in Run-Off Election Pushes Democratic Party Toward Change

State and local races show the blue getting bluer

"...past, bodes very well for the general" – her November showdown against three-term incumbent Sen. John Cornyn...."

July 17, 2020 News Feature by the News Staff

Last Week in Live Music: Annabelle Chairlegs, Doom Side of the Moon, Bright Light Social Hour, and More

"...last week's local shows. Pictured here: Annabelle Chairlegs on November 28, 2018 during Live Life Longer Fest at the..."

Dec. 6, 2018 Photo Gallery

Treats for Voting and Pearl Fest Announcements

Exercise civic duties for a sane government and a biscuit

"...Through November 2, early voters can present their “I Voted Early”..."

Oct. 25, 2018 Food Post by Emily Beyda

A Two-Horse Race for Mayor

Can Laura Morrison hope to edge out Steve Adler?

"...broad distinctions between the candidates as they look toward November. In his press releases, Adler points to the accomplishments..."

July 6, 2018 News Feature by Michael King

Run-off Election Results

Winners and losers in the Democratic primary

"...Cole should take the general in November (she faces Republican school teacher Gabriel Nila), and has..."

May 25, 2018 News Feature by Mary Tuma

Geopolitical Fault Lines

Austin's latest attempt at single-member districts is getting a mixed response

"...on the agenda, competing for a place on the November charter revision ballot (along with numerous adjunct provisions that..."

July 6, 2012 News Feature by Josh Rosenblatt

Point Austin: Vote Early and Often

The collision of elections leaves many voters in the dust

"...legislatively granted opportunity to move this May election to November, when city turnout would be much higher, the voter..."

May 11, 2012 News Column by Michael King

City Hall Hustle: Political Drought Withers SMD ... Again

'Gentleman's agreement' stays intact after unsuccessful effort to change Austin's system of electing council members

"...to put the question of single-member districts on the November ballot...."

Aug. 22, 2008 News Column by Wells Dunbar

Green Events, Nov. 15-21

"...[See Calendar for all Chronicle listings.] Thursday, November 15 AUSTIN CACTUS & SUCCULENT SOCIETY MONTHLY MEETING Third..."

Nov. 14, 2007 Columns Post

2006 State Races

A sampling of some of the livelier contests taking shape in the March 7 primary and the general election in November

"...March 7 party primaries and the general election in November. Governor The earliest outlook favors Gov. Rick Perry winning..."

Jan. 20, 2006 News Feature by Wells Dunbar

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