Saving Austin's Schools

Nobody gets everything they want, but AISD’s bond may give everybody something they really need

"...Austin ISD's bond package has something for every campus, as..."

Sept. 8, 2017 News Feature by Richard Whittaker

Point Austin: Getting Mobilized

Arguments (and opponents) against the mobility bond run a little thin

"...lengthy list of candidates to appear on the Nov. 2 Travis County election ballot (see more in the following..."

Oct. 8, 2010 News Column by Michael King

Austin Firefighters Association Says Nay to Proposition A

Over 50% of AFA members vote to oppose police staffing initiative

"...Members of the Austin Firefighters Association have voted to oppose Proposi­tion A, the..."

Oct. 8, 2021 News Feature by Austin Sanders

Point Austin: Is There a Lawyer in the House?

Legal opinions abound in the lead-up to November's elections

"...than fight, and amended the November ballot language for Proposition B – the petition-initiated referendum to block expansion of..."

Aug. 30, 2019 News Column by Michael King

Point Austin: Hiding in Plain Sight

Here's your lecture on voting: Vote.

"..."Unfortunately, when it comes time for Austin citizens to choose their representatives at City Hall, they..."

April 29, 2011 News Column by Michael King

Will the Third Time Be a Charm for an Austin Rail System?

Project Connect looks to help make connections

"...one thing that almost everyone can agree on in Austin, it's that our transportation situation is unacceptable and unsustainable...."

Sept. 25, 2020 News Feature by Jack Craver

Point Austin: Future in the Balance

Local Prop. 1 proponents claim a fighting chance

"...was handed initial poll numbers by the Let's Go Austin folks, indicating that their mid-September survey on the Novem­ber..."

Oct. 3, 2014 News Column by Michael King

Is Austin Big Enough for Both MLS and USL Soccer Teams?

Rival sports titans square off in soccer city

"...Bobby Epstein wishes Austin FC the best of luck – but doesn't regret..."

June 28, 2019 News Feature by Austin Sanders

The Top 10 Austin News Milestones of 2018

Days like these

"...The biggest stories of any year in Austin tend to unfold over weeks and months, sometimes fading..."

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

"You Can't Stay Here": Austin's Unhoused Population Faces an Uncertain Future

Council, police, and providers confront camp challenge

"...workers took their first steps this week to implement Proposition B's new restrictions on public camping and other aspects..."

May 21, 2021 News Feature by Austin Sanders

In Favor of Proposition 3

"...Dear Editor, Proposition 3, which creates 10 single-member districts and one at-large..."

Oct. 24, 2012 Postmarks

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.”

"...after call as he drove over icy roads into Austin. Some were from his colleagues at the Austin Fire..."

April 8, 2022 News Feature by Brant Bingamon

Vote No on Propositions 1 & 2

"...as much as the embryo in a mother's womb. Proposition 1 is a clumsy tool ripping open the workings..."

April 17, 2006 Postmarks

Austin Police Association Will Do Whatever It Can to Kill the Voter-Approved Oversight Provisions

But, in a city that has made its will clear, that'll be an uphill battle

"...Six months ago, the Austin Police Assoc­i­ation launched a deceptive campaign to undermine efforts..."

May 12, 2023 News Feature by Austin Sanders

Austin at Large: It Hurts When We Do That

As the old doctor joke goes, then stop doing that. Good advice for City Hall.

"...its strategy to comply with the voters' verdict on Proposition B. Our man Sanders gets to the heart of..."

May 21, 2021 News Column by Mike Clark-Madison

2019's Big Stories Shaping Austin's Path Into a New Decade

Never a slow news day

"...Our Top 10 News stories of 2019 included some unexpected shockers and some long-anticipated milestones, but..."

Dec. 20, 2019 News Feature by the News Staff

Austin FC's New Charitable Arm Backs Affordable Housing Project

Meanwhile, Senate Bill 1771 seeks to jeopardize the Major League Soccer team

"..."groundbreaking" on a forthcoming affordable housing development in Northwest Austin on Wednesday morning, with financial backing from 4ATX, the..."

April 26, 2019 News Feature by Austin Sanders

Point Austin: Elections and Consequences

You never know what you're gonna get

"...us." – newly re-elected President Barack Obama, Nov. 7, 2012..."

Nov. 9, 2012 News Column by Michael King

1998 Austin Theatrical Movie Openings

"...Title Stars Author Reviewed AFTERGLOW 3.0 (M.B.) 2/13/98 AIR BUD: GOLDEN RECEIVER 1.5 (M.S.) 8/21/98 UN AIR..."

Jan. 8, 1999 Screens Feature

'Austin Chronicle' Endorsements

General Election, Nov. 6 – Proposed Constitutional Amendments

"...Proposition 1: ... the continuation of the constitutional appropriation for..."

Nov. 2, 2007 News Feature

'Austin Chronicle' Endorsements

General Election, Nov. 6 – Proposed Constitutional Amendments

"...Proposition 1: ... the continuation of the constitutional appropriation for..."

Oct. 26, 2007 News Feature

'Austin Chronicle' Endorsements

General Election, Nov. 6 – Proposed Constitutional Amendments

"...Proposition 1: ... the continuation of the constitutional appropriation for..."

Oct. 19, 2007 News Feature

Austin's Cultural Makeover: The Next Stage

How much closer we are to getting the cultural wonderland we imagined 10 years ago

"...In the Nineties, Austin's cultural scene could afford to dream big. The city..."

Sept. 7, 2007 Arts Feature by Robert Faires

Point Austin: Green Fallout

Picking up the parties and the pieces, there remains much work to be done

"...primarily on the volatile debate over Props. 1 and 2, and it will take at least a few weeks..."

May 19, 2006 News Column by Michael King

Austin ISD’s New Board Is Mostly Decided, With One Runoff to Go

Two former teachers will face off in December

"...beat educator Sarah Ivory on Tuesday night to join Austin ISD’s board of trustees in District 2, which includes..."

Nov. 8, 2024 News Feature by Brant Bingamon

Six Meals in Austin Under $10

Tip and tax included, you can still eat for cheap

"...Understanding that disposable income is a vanishing proposition during these inflationary times, I wondered whether it was..."

July 1, 2022 Food Feature by Melanie Haupt

How the Democratic Primaries Could Affect Down-Ballot Races in Austin

See what happens when the circus is in town

"...Throughout a year's escalating hype over Blue Texas 2020, our long-awaited turn in the spotlight as the nation's..."

Feb. 28, 2020 News Feature by Mike Clark-Madison

Props. 1 & 2 Supporters Lick Wounds, Ponder New Strategies

Bunch and Maxey admit strategic failures

"...evening, when it was clear that Props. 1 and 2 were toast, Bill Bunch set his iced tea down..."

May 19, 2006 News Feature by Amy Smith

Only a Few Liars Oppose Props. 1 & 2 – For the Righteous They Are No-Brainers

"...Dear Editor: In response to your analysis of the Proposition 1 and 2 charter amendment ballot-language rewrite session, and..."

April 18, 2006 Postmarks

Council Approves $2 Million for Homelessness Study

Will it be money well spent?

"...The city is paying $2 million for a study to look at every aspect..."

Jan. 26, 2024 News Feature by Brant Bingamon

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