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Judge calls $5 nudity surcharge unconstitutional
"...The $5 surcharge on sexually oriented businesses (less delicately known..."
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March 29, 2008 News Post by Richard Whittaker
The Class of 1985
The 69th Legislature, 1985, marked a turning point in the future of Texas politics
"...If you want to know who runs the state of Texas you can consult the constitution, enroll..."
Feb. 27, 2004 News Feature by Lucius Lomax
Running to the Middle
Part II of the Chronicle's preview of the Nov. 5 general election
"...This is the second of three Chronicle thumbnails on the Nov. 5..."
Oct. 18, 2002 News Feature
The Loyal Lieutenants
Bush Applies Litmus Test of Allegiance in Choosing Inner Circle
"...Forget "compassionate conservatism." While you're at it, toss the "reformer with results." Education, taxes, welfare reform -- none..."
March 17, 2000 News Feature by Robert Bryce
As Austin Recovers From Winter Storm Mara, City Manager's Job Is (Again) on the Line
Walking on thin ice
"...up for debate, amid widespread outrage after stumbles in the city's response to what has now been named Winter..."
Feb. 10, 2023 News Feature by Lina Fisher
Greg Casar and Eddie Rodriguez Fight for the Progressive Mantle in TX-35
The two candidates race to the left
"...For the first time in a decade, voters in Texas' 35th..."
Feb. 4, 2022 News Feature by Austin Sanders
Advocates Push District Attorney to “No Call” Biased Cops
Criminal justice groups ask Moore to box out untrustworthy officers
"...local criminal justice reform groups asked Travis County District Attorney Margaret Moore to implement a “No Call" policy for..."
Dec. 4, 2019 News Post by Michael King
The Top 10 Austin News Milestones of 2018
Days like these
"...The biggest stories of any year in Austin tend to..."
Dec. 28, 2018 News Feature by Mike Clark-Madison
The Road to 10-1: District 2 Steppin'
Media City Council forum continues tonight, 7pm
"...Ballot Boxing, the 10-1 City Council forum series co-produced by the Chronicle,..."
Sept. 10, 2014 News Post by Chase Hoffberger
How the GOP Ended up With a Rape Problem
It's not just Todd Akin: Republicans reveal their radical mainstream
"...Missouri US Senate candidate Todd Akin has done the GOP one favor: He has distracted the press from..."
Aug. 26, 2012 News Post by Richard Whittaker
Welcome to the Circus!
The redistricting fight and the grassroots politics of chaos
"...After more than six months of trials, delays, allegations, and political infighting, the 2012 Texas..."
March 9, 2012 News Feature by Richard Whittaker
In the Worst Moments of Austinites’ Lives, APD Victim Services Shows Up
Inside one of APD’s most-celebrated divisions
"...The 911 call that sticks with Lili Eguia more than..."
April 19, 2024 News Feature by Austin Sanders
Whether Saving Lives During the Freeze or Saving the City From Save Austin Now, Bob Nicks Just Helped
"I didn’t do a thing. I sat in my office and dispatched people. But I was part of it.”
"...roads into Austin. Some were from his colleagues at the Austin Fire Department, where Nicks is a battalion chief..."
April 8, 2022 News Feature by Brant Bingamon
Austin at Large: Forget the Alamo
It’s strike three for Texas in the white-power rebellion game. Time to call folks out.
"...Last week, I was writing just as the U.S. Capitol was breached; this week, the House has..."
Jan. 15, 2021 News Column by Mike Clark-Madison
"Vexatious Litigant" Madeleine Connor Prepares to Take the Bench
Here comes the judge!
"...some unexpected obstacle, Madeleine Connor will become judge in the 353rd state District Court. Following previous defeats as a..."
Oct. 29, 2020 News Post by Michael King
Lege Lines: Senate Still Hasn’t Confirmed Texas Secretary of State David Whitley
Architect of recent “voter fraud” fiasco shifts blame to DPS
"...Texas Secretary of State David Whitley was appointed by Gov. Greg Abbott..."
Feb. 15, 2019 News Feature by Mike Clark-Madison
AISD: Get With the Times
Modernizing the district in more ways than one
"...The Austin Independent School District's Board of Trustees voted unanimously..."
Sept. 28, 2018 News Feature by Austin Sanders
Dr. Robert Van Boven, the Whistleblower
Lakeway neurologist battles hospitals, officials, and the "culture of silence"
"...When Marcus Turner awoke one morning in November of 2014, he noticed numbness in his arms and legs..."
April 20, 2018 News Feature by Michael King
Jane Doe v. the DOJ, Continued
Trump admin appeals ruling in undocumented minor's abortion case
"...The Trump administration won’t let up on its mission to..."
Nov. 13, 2017 News Post by Mary Tuma
Fifth Officer-Involved Shooting of 2016 Reported Friday Night
Subject shot dead after charging at officer with knives
"...The city saw its fifth officer-involved shooting of 2016 –..."
April 25, 2016 News Post by Chase Hoffberger
Getting Outside the Box
Will City Council decide to give job applicants with criminal records a "fair chance"?
"...Most people, when filling out a job application, accentuate the positive. The internship you spent getting your boss coffee..."
Oct. 9, 2015 News Feature by Amy Kamp
May Elections: Twice the Fun
Double election strains Travis County resources
"...If you're working in the Travis County elections division, or if you live inside..."
May 9, 2014 News Feature by Richard Whittaker
'There To Tell the Truth'
Seymour Hersh on journalism, politics, presidents, and war
"...During the week of March 19, legendary journalist Seymour Hersh was..."
March 30, 2012 News Feature by Michael King
The Politics of Debating
What Medina's GOP debate inclusion and exclusion means for White and Shami
"...and Debra Medina threw haymakers at both. But now there's the big question of how that debate affects the..."
Jan. 17, 2010 News Post by Richard Whittaker
The Constancy of Sorrow
Native Texan Kevin Reynolds taps loss of innocence, from Cold War Commies to The Count of Monte Cristo
"...his work with friend Kevin Costner on films like their mutual 1985 breakthrough, Fandango; 1991's Robin Hood: Prince of..."
May 8, 2009 Screens Feature by Marc Savlov
I Prostrate Myself Before God and the State
"...Dear Editor, At reading the article "Porn Busters!" [News, Aug. 17] I felt compelled..."
Aug. 20, 2007 Postmarks
The Town Lake Variance Shuffle
The hike-and-bike trail, questionable developer tactics, and a potential windfall for urban parks all flow together on East Riverside Drive
"...– already under fire for being too close to the water – is pointing up some fascinating twists and..."
Nov. 24, 2006 News Feature by Katherine Gregor
Texas GOP Still Set on Sending Vigilantes to the Border
Frightening border bills haven't passed yet, but might in special session
"...Abbott's multibillion-dollar Operation Lone Star to explicit recommendations from the Attorney General's Office, Texas leaders made clear in the..."
June 2, 2023 News Feature by Benton Graham
The Duality of Southwest Key
An East Austin nonprofit in the immigration debate
"...An oversized mural, of children enjoying outdoor activities, adorns the side of Southwest..."
June 29, 2018 News Feature by Mary Tuma
Looking at the Lege After a Flaccid Special Session
Alpha males Abbott and Patrick can't get their red meat passed
"...has one 140-day regular legislative session, but can't get the House and Senate to agree on every bill he..."
Aug. 18, 2017 News Feature by the News Staff
Transfiguration Greek Orthodox Church