The Road to 10-1

The City Council districting destination is settled. Is anybody driving the bus?

"...early, complicated Christmas present that would require extensive assembly. The night before had marked the dramatic victory of a..."

Feb. 1, 2013 News Feature by Mike Kanin

A Parliament of Experts

Did 'expert testimony' convict an innocent woman of murder?

"...Jan. 30, 2003, was supposed to be a day off for Victoria Gutierrez. Instead, the then-19-year-old Mexican immigrant was..."

Feb. 4, 2011 News Feature by Jordan Smith

The People's Courts

Dems square off in three races

"...Travis County's five justices of the peace oversee, essentially, the "people's courts" – they..."

Feb. 19, 2010 News Feature by Jordan Smith

Family of Alex Gonzales Jr., Killed by Austin Police Officers, Files Complaint

They claim officer provided false or misleading testimony

"...The Gonzales family announced Tuesday, Jan. 30, a complaint with..."

Jan. 31, 2024 News Post by Madeline Duncan

Group Claims Abbott Works Less Than the Queen

Abbott's vacation time amounts to two years total, says PAC

"...On the upcoming Labor Day holiday, it’s always encouraging to be..."

Aug. 29, 2014 News Post by Mary Tuma

News AggreGAYte for the Week of Nov. 8

Catch up on the queer news beat with Gay Place

"...Ding dong, the douche is gone. In news from the Michigan Attorney..."

Nov. 8, 2010 Qmmunity Post by Rob Cohen

The Never-Ending (Crime) Story

Although their case has hit a dead end, prosecutors of the yogurt shop murders say they're determined to find the 'unknown suspect' – and then to retry Michael Scott and Robert Springsteen

"...June 24, Michael Scott and Robert Springsteen walked out of jail after spending nearly 10 years behind bars for..."

July 17, 2009 News Feature by Jordan Smith

Circling the Hearses

State funeral regulators are dancing to the undertakers' tune – and that's bad news for consumers

"...sound like much – particularly when you consider that the state of Texas will spend about $58 billion this..."

Nov. 5, 2004 News Feature by Robert Bryce

Texas Secretary of State Defends Voter Purge Fiasco

Whitley ducks blame during contentious confirmation hearing

"...Rather than tuck his tail between his legs, promise to..."

Feb. 8, 2019 News Post by Mary Tuma

Medical Board Loses a Case ... and Attacks the Judge

Judge Hunter Burkhalter forced to resign by State Office of Administrative Hearings

"...Faced with a disappointing judicial ruling, most people either lick their wounds and move on, or appeal to..."

March 16, 2018 News Feature by Michael King

Lege Lines: The 84th Session Begins

News from the first weeks of the 84th legislative session

"...Get ready for another war over the Public Integrity Unit:..."

Jan. 23, 2015 News Feature by Richard Whittaker

The Common Law

What happens when you have problems with the repair shop?

"...If you enjoy this column, you should consider attending the People's Law Clinic at 8:30am on Saturday, Feb. 28,..."

Feb. 20, 2004 Column by Luke Ellis

Aleshire the Agitator

Rage, Rage Against the Dying of the Limelight

"...tearful farewells when Travis County Judge Bill Aleshire leaves office on New Year's Eve. Instead, it would be more..."

Aug. 28, 1998 News Feature by Robert Bryce

The Mayor’s Race Offers Clear Choices on How Austin Should Grow

Election marks a critical juncture on the way to Austin's future

"...only serve two years before facing voters again in the presidential election year of 2024 (as per a charter..."

Oct. 14, 2022 News Feature by Austin Sanders

Looking Back on the Champions Tract Rezoning

Does this development belong in this particular corner of the Hill Country?

"...Champions Tract 3, a slim triangle of undeveloped land along FM 2222 in what still looks..."

June 30, 2017 News Feature by Margaret Nicklas

Point Austin: Trials of Our Would-Be Rulers Highlight the Limits of American Justice

In Trump and Paxton trials, the rules don’t apply

"...bring back his column whenever he’s inspired to tackle the state we’re in...."

April 19, 2024 News Post by Michael King

The Right-Wingification of UT

Texas targets liberal enemies within one of the top U.S. schools

"...Chris Rufo stood before an audience of 50 at the University of Texas in a dark..."

Nov. 22, 2024 News Feature by Brant Bingamon

City Must Give Secret Police Records to the Chronicle, Texas A.G.’s Office Says

City’s “G File” no longer exists

"...The City of Austin must turn over internal police records..."

Sept. 21, 2023 News Post by Austin Sanders

‘Hillsborough’ (Do Not Read This in the UK)

Controversial documentary kicks off ESPN “Soccer Stories” series

"...today, 96 soccer fans were crushed to death in the overcrowded stands at Hillsborough Stadium in Sheffield, England. Just..."

April 15, 2014 Sports Post by Nick Barbaro

The Common Law

Child support – who's the dad?

"...I know who the dad of my child is, but he refuses to..."

Oct. 14, 2005 Column by Luke Ellis

Room at the Top?

Part I of the Chronicle's preview of the Nov. 5 general election

"...This is the first of three Chronicle thumbnail previews of the Nov...."

Oct. 11, 2002 News Feature by Michael King

In Wake of SCOTUS Decision Overturning Roe v. Wade, Austin City Council Fast-Tracks Abortion Decriminalization Act

Special called meeting set for week of July 18

"...and Vanessa Fuentes have requested a special called meeting of the Austin City Council to approve a resolution, authored..."

June 24, 2022 News Post by Austin Sanders

Riding the Pinwheel

The GOP redraws the map of Texas – brazenly sidestepping most of the state's newest voters

"...Outside a committee hearing room during the 82nd Texas Legislature, I ran into Austin political consultant..."

Aug. 26, 2011 News Feature by Lee Nichols

Killing the Messenger

John C. Danforth's Indictment of Whistleblower Bill Johnston May Lead to a Nasty Courtroom Showdown

"...have picked a better time. His report, which absolves the government of any wrongdoing during the standoff, was quietly..."

Nov. 17, 2000 News Feature by Robert Bryce

Election Coverage: The Texas Lege: A Tight Squeeze

Texas Dems put incumbents through the wringer

"...No Democrat has won a statewide office in more than two decades – that oft-floated fact,..."

Nov. 9, 2018 News Feature by Mary Tuma

AG's Office Seeks Ruling to Enforce Provision of HB2 Ruled Unconstitutional

Seeking emergency stay to enforce provision struck by district court

"...a federal court's Monday ruling that a key provision of the controversial abortion regulations House Bill 2 is unconstitutional..."

Oct. 29, 2013 News Post by Jordan Smith

Point Austin: The Healing of Wounded Knee

A tale of two city memos suggests more than paper-shuffling needed at APD

"...The other shoe has dropped in the city's conduct review..."

Feb. 25, 2005 News Column by Michael King

Greg Abbott Versus the Black Helicopters

After decade of cooperation, AG threatens election experts

"...for black helicopters at your polling places! This week Attorney General Greg Abbott played a card straight out of..."

Oct. 25, 2012 News Post by Richard Whittaker

Bexar County District Attorney Susan Reed Is Afraid of Needles

Bexar D.A. scuttles life-saving needle-exchange program

"...Bexar Co. District Attorney Susan Reed cares about you. Really, she does. So..."

Oct. 9, 2007 News Post by Jordan Smith

The Lame, the Halt, and the Parking Thieves

Crusading against handicapped-parking violators

"...Constable Bruce Elfant is cruising steadily through downtown, on the lookout for an increasing number of rotten scoundrels who..."

June 9, 2006 News Feature by Michael May

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