Biden’s Headed to Austin, and Doggett Still Thinks He Should Drop Out

Plus what ’68 race tells us about possible candidate hunt

"...Saturday’s assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump, the public program to commemorate the 60th anniversary of the Civil..."

July 12, 2024 News Feature by Maggie Quinlan

With More Pro-Voucher Republicans Elected, What’s Next in the Fight Over School Vouchers

Dems look to flip Republican seats in the November election

"...which would allow parents to withdraw money from the public school system to spend on tuition for private, often..."

July 12, 2024 News Feature by Brant Bingamon

City Council Prepares to Send Charter Amendments to Voters

Changes to petition elections coming to your ballot

"...political history; in 1992, the Save Our Springs Coalition campaigned in support of an eponymous ordinance that defined Austin..."

July 12, 2024 News Feature by Austin Sanders

Headlines / Quote of the Week

"...has erected more than a dozen shade structures at public spaces throughout the city, KUT reports, thanks to a..."

July 5, 2024 News Feature

Community Organizer Doug Greco Challenges Kirk Watson

Mayor’s race shaping up to be Watson vs. three other liberals

"...Mayor Kirk Watson is running and, according to the campaign consultants and political activists we talked to, he’s the..."

June 21, 2024 News Feature by Austin Sanders

Hot Summer Nights’ 2024 Lineup Has Arrived

Over 125 local acts play for free July 18-20

"...annual, temperature-induced business slowdown. Thanks to corporate sponsors and public donations, the nonprofit Red River Cultural District guarantees artists..."

June 18, 2024 Music Post by Carys Anderson

Headlines / Quote of the Week

"...Kathie Kicks Off Campaign: Speaking of Mayor Watson, Kathie Tovo is running to..."

June 14, 2024 News Feature

Queens, Kings, and More Events to Help You Celebrate This Weekend

Movies, theatre, classes, dancing, and more reasons to get out

"...and say “Oo” and “Aw” at ASHwell’s new Pride campaign, photographed by the one and only Erica Nix. Plus:..."

June 14, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Austin Chronic: The Many Crusades of Adam Reposa

Months after being raided, lawyer continues to taunt the courts, the cops, and Ken Paxton

"...And what would any public spite campaign be without a theme song? In a..."

June 14, 2024 Column by Kevin Curtin

Vexing Vouchers

"...that school districts are facing significant budget cuts because public school funding in Texas is held hostage to [Gov...."

June 12, 2024 Postmarks

Headlines / Quote of the Week

"...Saving Sidewalks and Streets: The Transportation and Public Works Department has announced a plan to renovate 810..."

June 7, 2024 News Feature

Jon Muq Album Release, Hole in the Wall Anniversary, and More Crucial Concerts

All manner of sounds for every ear

"...by attending the kickoff event for their new Kickstarter campaign. Of course, Reader, you’ll be rewarded for your charity..."

May 31, 2024 Music Feature by Cy White

Proms, Humps, and Queerbombs Highlight This Weekend's Events

21 ways to get out of the house

"...by attending the kickoff event for their new Kickstarter campaign. Of course, Reader, you’ll be rewarded for your charity..."

May 31, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

We Have an Issue: Chronicle Earns Six AAN Nominations

Finalists announced in reporting, design, marketing categories

"...Ad Marketing Campaign: “Hot Sauce Festival” by Cassie Arredondo and Zeke Barbaro..."

May 24, 2024 Column by Kimberley Jones

Palestinian Woman Finds a Friend in Austin and a Plan to Escape From Gaza

How a Snapchat message turned into an evacuation campaign

"...of information and photos to work with. Under the campaign title #MissionHabibti (an Arabic term of endearment that means..."

May 17, 2024 News Feature by Maggie Quinlan

Headlines / Quote of the Week

"...This week the city’s Watershed Protection Department announced the publication of this year’s State of Our Environment Report, which..."

May 17, 2024 News Feature

Troopers Pursue Criminal Charges Against Journalist Filming Palestine Protest

DPS alleges assault, journalism experts allege suppression

"...week before. One of them wasn’t protesting. Department of Public Safety troopers arrested a journalist filming a protest on..."

May 10, 2024 News Feature by Austin Sanders

As Sunday Protest Looms, 80 Arrested Protesters Still Face Charges

More thorough arrest affidavits mean no immediate dismissal

"...was a stated priority for Garza in her 2020 campaign, but the landscape around prosecutorial discretion – that is,..."

May 3, 2024 News Post by Austin Sanders

TDCJ’s Bryan Collier Challenged at Public Meeting

Families and advocates complain of death, misery in the state’s prison system

"...protocol would have kept her son safe during the public comment portion of the April 26 meeting of the..."

May 3, 2024 News Feature by Brant Bingamon

Having a Plan for When Shit Hits the Fan: A Journey in Prepping

What disaster preparedness experts have to say about best-laid plans for worst-case scenarios

"...household, build an emergency kit, and stay informed about public safety events. It did inspire me to sign up..."

April 26, 2024 Arts Feature by Kevin Curtin

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

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

"...we’ve been provided a glimpse of what passes for public accountability among the rich and powerful in America –..."

April 19, 2024 News Post by Michael King

Outside Law Firm Investigating APD Second-in-Command Over Texts

D.A. believes messages were attempt to gather dirt on his office

"...A city spokesperson confirmed to the Chronicle on April..."

April 19, 2024 News Feature by Austin Sanders

Presidential Candidate Cornel West Hosts Music Industry Roundtable at Carver Museum

Sentimental talk invites Bill Callahan and Alphabet Workers Union

"...presidential candidate Cornel West rolled into Austin Tuesday to campaign for a unique voting bloc’s support: working musicians...."

April 17, 2024 Music Post by Carys Anderson

Headlines / Quote of the Week

"...looking to earn another term, formally announcing his mayoral campaign Wednesday. In his campaign announcement, Watson said, “I’m proud..."

April 12, 2024 News Feature

Kirk Watson Wants Four More Years

Mayor makes it official, announces 2024 re-election campaign

"...have a January 2029 scheduled end date. In his campaign announcement, Watson trumpeted key accomplishments of his first, two-year..."

April 10, 2024 News Post by Austin Sanders

First-Ever Appraisal District Election Is Small Battle in GOP-Dem War Over Taxation in Texas

Elected Dem- or GOP-backed candidates would have outsized power over district

"...Travis County fear the May 4 election could allow Republicans to gain power in what is a staunchly Democratic..."

April 5, 2024 News Feature by Austin Sanders

Closing the COVID Gap at AISD

Post-pandemic, not enough students can read well. How do we get out of this ditch?

"...Holden is one of 35,000 public elementary school kids in Austin whose first years of..."

March 22, 2024 News Feature by Brant Bingamon

Headlines / Quote of the Week

"...Town: Guess who’s in Texas this week? After private campaign events in Dallas, President Joe Biden was set to..."

March 22, 2024 News Feature

The Off Beat: South by South Protest

Official fest flooded with grassroots organizing and anti-SX showcases

"...the Union of Musicians and Allied Workers launched a campaign last year, after which the festival increased artist pay..."

March 22, 2024 Column by Carys Anderson

Here’s How Art Acevedo’s Hiring and Ultimate Refusal Played Out

Timeline: how city hall insiders communicated with Acevedo

"...The public backlash to Interim City Manager Jesús Garza’s appointment of..."

March 8, 2024 News Post by Austin Sanders

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