Preserving the Future of the Texas Memorial Museum

After years of neglect and underfunding, Austin’s only natural history museum reconsiders its role

"...Tucked away on the University of Texas campus is an Art Deco building containing the state’s..."

Nov. 18, 2022 Arts Feature by Claire Stevens

Comptroller Touts Her Open-Book Policy

Susan Combs holds up her agency as a model of state transparency

"...will cut some costs, all under the banner of Open Book Texas. Combs said last year her agency identified..."

Dec. 12, 2008 News Feature by Richard Whittaker

Big, Bright Eyes of Texas

Celebrating the life of the bigger-than-life Ann Richards

"...Richards was sworn in as governor of a "New Texas."..."

Sept. 15, 2006 News Feature by Amy Smith

The Texas Public Information Act

"...in favor of grant-ing a request for information." -- Texas Government Code, Chapter 552..."

Nov. 7, 2003 News Feature by Lee Nichols

Texas Platters

"...the razor sharp guitar of post-punk. To wit: The opening riff from "Sit Back and Watch the Sparks Fly"..."

June 5, 1998 Music Review

BBQ Ramen Tatsu-Ya Is Open, ATX Grill RH Is Open, Lazarus No. 2 Is Coming, It’s Oinkers Away at Wine & Swine, Dovetail Pizza Is Imminent, and Something Something Halloween, Amirite?

All the news that’s fit to get your taste buds quivering

"...noodley goodness and more, you did know that it’s open now, right? Yes: They’ve stealthily debuted their new brisket-forward..."

Oct. 26, 2022 Food Post by Wayne Alan Brenner

As Texas Redistricting Maps Advance, Lawmakers Aspire for Newly Drawn Seats

Talarico goes south, Doggett west, as Casar trades up

"...wrapped up the third(!) special session of the 87th Texas Legis­lature this week; it's even more damp on the..."

Oct. 22, 2021 News Feature by Mike Clark-Madison

Roots Chicken Shak to Open at Revamped H-E-B Mueller Food Hall

Chef Tiffany Derry proves that working moms should run the world

"...If there's a business uniquely equipped to open a new five-part food hall in the midst of..."

Aug. 7, 2020 Food Feature by Jessi Cape

East Side King to Open Four New Locations Around Austin

Licensing rights to brand purchased by restaurant group

"...Waco, bringing the popular brand to much of Central Texas...."

Jan. 13, 2020 Food Post by Emily Beyda

Buzz Mill Coffee Set to Open a Third Location

Plus related Infinite Monkey Theorem and top secret barbecue news

"...and largest in the fleet – is set to open in late spring or early summer 2019 near 7th..."

Dec. 21, 2018 Food Post by Jessi Cape

“The Open Road: Photography and the American Road Trip” at the Blanton

Aperture Foundation’s survey is a portrait of what we find with our cameras when we travel

"...the camera held to his lone visible eye, wide open under a heavily furrowed brow as he works to..."

Jan. 5, 2018 Arts Review by Robert Faires

Paxton Sues City Over Open Carry

Attorney general wants guns allowed in City Hall

"...Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton filed a long-awaited lawsuit against..."

Aug. 5, 2016 News Feature by Chase Hoffberger

Musk Opening Austin Bistro in 2024; Dish Society Arriving Even Sooner; Churro Co. Is Open Now; Tiki Tatsu-ya Debuts Rum Flights; Fiore’s Regional Pasta Club Can Be Delivered; the Texas Veg Fest Draws Nigh; and More

All the news that’s fit to get your taste buds quivering

"...of that Elon — has signed a lease to open the first Austin location of his American bistro, The..."

April 5, 2023 Food Post by Wayne Alan Brenner

For the First Time Since 2015, a New Austin Music Census Is Now Open

Survey seeks measurable industry feedback to guide policy and support

"...takes 15 to 20 minutes to fill out, is open now at www.austinmusiccensus.org. The census will be open until..."

July 15, 2022 Music Post by Rachel Rascoe

Some of the Best Texas Hill Country Swimming Holes, Restaurants, Breweries, and More

Take a dip, then fill your piehole

"...for thirsty bodies any day of the week, but Texas summers also mean it's road trip season. There's a..."

July 26, 2019 Food Feature by Jessika Roth

Crisis & Opportunity: An Open, Structured Dialogue

A conversation about the state of the arts turned out to be open and frank

"...out, people did want to talk. And did so openly, candidly, and without rancor...."

June 17, 2011 Arts Feature by Robert Faires

Informal Classes Set to Open New Chapter

Popular UT program gets second chance in life

"...While the Texas Union's decision to close the Cactus Cafe was met..."

July 16, 2010 News Feature by Richard Whittaker

Page Two: When Does 'Open' Mean 'Closed'?

The open-government charter amendment is a special-interest wolf in populist sheep's clothing

"...to do no such thing. Such a process, only "open" on one side, would at least cripple if not..."

April 7, 2006 Column by Louis Black

Texas Platters

"...DIXIE CHICKS Wide Open Spaces (Monument)..."

April 17, 1998 Music Review

AISD Weighs Keeping Campuses Open After Winter Break

Between a rock and a hard place

"...with Austin Public Health, we are expecting to be open as we closed prior to the winter break," said..."

Jan. 1, 2021 News Feature by Clara Ence Morse

The U.S. Open and that Grey Goose Honey Deuce

Wetting your vodka whistle when it’s forty-forty again

"...So I know that the U.S. Open, currently moving toward the finals, is one hell of..."

Sept. 11, 2020 Food Post by Wayne Alan Brenner

At the Capitol, Texas Tries to Catch Up With Cannabis

From medical use to decriminalization to legalization, marijuana seems to have bipartisan support, so what's taking so long?

"...Oklahoma's making Texas look bad. They've got a robust medical marijuana program,..."

May 3, 2019 News Feature by Kevin Curtin

All Politics Is Local at Texas Tribune Festival

Evan Smith leads the fest’s move Downtown and brings national newsmakers to Austin

"...off Evan Smith's invitation to appear at this weekend's Texas Tribune Festival – for free, just like the hundreds..."

Sept. 28, 2018 News Feature by Mike Clark-Madison

Deep Divisions in Texas' Powerful Anti-Choice Movement

Battle reflects Lege’s growing extremism

"...bury or cremate fetal remains after abortion – the Texas Catholic Conference of Bish­ops attended the hearings, eagerly offering..."

April 6, 2018 News Feature by Mary Tuma

Day Trips & Beyond: Texas Travel

A trip planner for the month of March

"...With the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department’s updated Great Texas Wildlife Trail..."

March 9, 2016 Travel Post by Gerald E. McLeod

84th Texas Legislative Session Begins

"...On Tuesday Jan. 13, the Texas Capitol was all hustle and bustle as the 84th..."

Jan. 14, 2015 Photo Gallery

Point Austin: Supremes v. Texas

The future of U.S. politics may become, "Vote for Show, Map for Dough"

"..."This case is fundamentally about democracy," insisted Texas Solicitor General R. Ted Cruz, inside and outside the..."

March 10, 2006 News Column by Michael King

Texas Parks in Harm's Way

New report sounds alarm that Texas parks are being financially starved, warns that many of the state's open spaces and parks are under immediate threat

"...of statewide environmental and conservation groups released the report "Texas Natural Areas at Risk," which not only sounded an..."

March 3, 2006 News Feature by Daniel Mottola

A Cowboy in the Kitchen: Recipes from Reata and Texas West of the Pecos

"...The aura of Edna Ferber's epic Texas novel Giant loomed large over West Texas in the..."

April 9, 1999 Food Feature

Weird Bands From Texas

"...another more derisive style of music began taking hold. Texas bands like Ed Hall, the Pain Teens, Lithium X-Mas,..."

Nov. 20, 1998 Music Feature by Greg Beets

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