Books on Wheels

In Austin, bookmobiles aren't just a thing of the past; they're the literary wave of the future

"...and say, 'I love the smell of gasoline and books.' But we totally get that," says Patrick McMahon. His..."

July 10, 2015 Arts Feature by Jessi Cape

Point Austin: A Living City

When you vote on Saturday, keep in mind the real soul of the city

"...couple of weeks ago, those earnest folks at Liveable City issued a pair of "ballot studies" analyzing the two..."

May 12, 2006 News Column by Michael King

Naked City

Beyond City Limits

"...it already has a library (a couple of hundred books on a shelf in the town hall) and thus..."

Sept. 20, 2002 News Feature

Austin City Election

Endorsements for mayor and Council

"...Following are the Chronicle's recommendations in the mayoral and City Council races. It's a wide and various field, and..."

Oct. 17, 2014 News Feature by The Chronicle Editorial Board

The New M.O. at City Hall

City Manager Marc Ott opens up on his new job, his new city, and his philosophy of governance

"...What makes Marc Ott tick? How might the new city manager's leadership change the direction of Austin? That's been..."

Aug. 15, 2008 News Feature by Katherine Gregor

Bare Bones and Books

1995-'96 City Budget: Library

"...It's a year of budget casualties - some city departments are finding their funding slashed by up to..."

Aug. 11, 1995 News Feature

Eight Swanky Hotel Pools in Austin That Are Open to the Public

Barton Springs not posh enough? We have some options for you.

"...the UV death-rays that will descend upon our fair city once again. These Austin hotels and bars offer a..."

April 4, 2018 Events Post by Mae Hamilton

Affordable Art, Cine Las Americas, Adult Books, and More Weekend Events

Recommended happenings for your calendar's enjoyment

"...Thursday 15, Monkeywrench Books..."

May 16, 2025 Arts Feature by James Scott

Naked City

Local news this week in Austin.

"...none too subtly at the $25 million carrot the city would soon offer software company Vignette to hasten its..."

July 13, 2001 News Feature by Erica C. Barnett

Naked City

Headlines and happenings from Austin and beyond

"...reached a major milestone last week, with the grand opening of the first new development project in the corridor...."

Sept. 24, 2004 News Feature by Mike Clark-Madison

Naked City

Off the Desk:

"...for Christmas is a Chronicle "Web Extra" listing the city council's policy goals for the 76th Legislative Session? Well,..."

Dec. 25, 1998 News Feature

Naked City

Headlines and happenings from Austin and beyond

"...2-1, Wal-Mart -- the retailer won approval from the city Zoning and Platting Commission for its planned Supercenter projects..."

Oct. 17, 2003 News Feature by Mike Clark-Madison

Naked City

Headlines and happenings from Austin and beyond

"...Peter Calthorpe (who've done similar exercises in Salt Lake City and other high-growth regions) to gather input and develop..."

Oct. 3, 2003 News Feature by Mike Clark-Madison

Barbecue Books

Food Editor Virginia B. Wood reviews two recent barbecue books in honor of the Southern Foodways Alliance Taste of Texas Barbecue Field Trip

"...unaware that two prominent Texas food writers would publish cookbooks on the all-American subject of barbecue in the spring..."

June 14, 2002 Food Feature by Virginia B. Wood

Books, Sculpture, and Weed Lead Our Recommended Arts Events

It'd be a lot cooler if you went to one of these events this week

"...offerings.   – Cat McCarrey “Ode to the Book” Opening..."

April 19, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Closing the Books

A UT editor says he lost his job at the Center for Mexican American Studies for complaining about administrative malfeasance.

"...as the editor of the CMAS publishing unit, CMAS Books. By all accounts, Guerra is a fastidious and meticulous..."

Sept. 12, 2003 News Feature by Jordan Smith

Naked City

The council approves a requirement that all matters coming to a vote include a note detailing their financial impact; Austin Energy's "competitive matters" resolution, which would keep some business matters secret, angers some local activists.

"...inviolate," Griffith said. Nonetheless, the item -- directing the city manager to come back with a proposal within 30..."

Feb. 16, 2001 News Feature by Emily Pyle

Overlooked, Overheard Lets Us Hear the Sound of the City's Money Being Spent

Composer and audio artist Douglas Laustsen geo-tagged sites in the Govalle and Highland neighborhoods where local government's been at work

"...the myriad tasks of maintenance and improvement to our city's evolving infrastructure, to the steady flow of systems that..."

June 11, 2021 Arts Feature by Wayne Alan Brenner

All Over Creation: Wide Open Spaces

A new crop of arts venues is sprouting all over Austin

"...Doors are opening. A surprising number of them...."

Jan. 9, 2015 Arts Column by Robert Faires

Our Recommended Events Include Broods, Books, and Barking Buddies

The weekdays are filled with events worth leaving the house

"...settled on your own terms.   – James Renovitch Open Mic Night..."

March 28, 2025 Arts Feature by James Scott

Naked City

News briefs from Austin, the region, and beyond

"...criminal activity, then detains "hundreds ... in his 'Tent City' desert jail," according to the report. "The statute requires..."

Feb. 27, 2009 News Feature

Naked City

Headlines and happenings from Austin and beyond

"...Micro Devices filed its official site plan with the city for its proposed Lantana campus over the contributing zone..."

Dec. 16, 2005 News Feature

The Year in Books

What New Book Brought You the Most Enjoyment in 1997 and Why?

"...confidently say that the combination of support from the City Of Austin, local arts organizations, and the Chronicle, in..."

Jan. 9, 1998 Books Feature by Phil West

Eye Wide Open on Lance Letscher

With two major solo shows and a new documentary about him, the Austin collage artist readies to be seen in a new way

"...Letscher has lived and worked in the city for most of his life, including a tenure as..."

March 3, 2017 Arts Feature by Sean L. Malin

Naked City

Headlines and happenings from Austin and beyond

"...were turning when they collided. "It is still an open case and still under investigation," Albrecht said. The Griffin..."

Sept. 30, 2005 News Feature

Naked City

News briefs from Austin, the region, and elsewhere.

"...might want the right to marry in TexasHeadlines• The City Council Place 3 run-off election is Saturday, June 11,..."

June 10, 2005 News Feature by Lee Nichols

Bright Lights, Little City

"...to fall into the habit of taking the River City for granted. And if you're a film connoisseur, as..."

Feb. 26, 1999 Screens Feature by Marc Savlov

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Headlines and happenings from Austin and beyond

"...to close Becker Elementary and leave Oak Springs Elementary open Monday night, but deadlocked 4-4, with trustee Rudy Montoya..."

March 31, 2006 News Feature

Naked City

Headlines and happenings from Austin and beyond

"...and erring on the side of life, see "Beyond City Limits."Headlines• On Monday, City Manager Toby Futrell postponed for..."

March 25, 2005 News Feature by Lee Nichols

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Headlines and happenings from Austin and beyond

"...at Sixth and Lamar, who helped drive a Borders Books and Music out of the shopping complex being built..."

June 4, 2004 News Feature by Mike Clark-Madison

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