Letters at 3AM

Why has the Bush administration ignored warnings about the catastrophes that would befall our nation as a result of a terrorist attack on any of our 103 nuclear plants?

"...Bush stayed cool -- in fact, he made no public comment at all -- in the wake of far..."

April 19, 2002 Column by Michael Ventura

Hazardous Hoofers

Jaywalking is No Mean Feet

"...to hook up with potential employers were creating a safety hazard and traffic congestion, APD has begun ticketing those..."

June 12, 1998 News Column by Jenny Staff

Sunset II

Ag Department Cleans House

"...intent of keeping "only those regulations that protect the public and natural resources in the least intrusive manner possible,"..."

June 30, 1995 News Feature

Austin Libraries Prepare for a Barrage of Book-Banning Bills

Rating books, jailing librarians, and more

"...librarians across the state. In preparation, the city Library Commission turned its focus on those potentially devastating bills during..."

Dec. 2, 2022 News Feature by Maggie Quinlan

The Trouble With Tank Farms

East Austinites who saw the health impacts of a tank farm in the 1990s push back against new proposal

"...who represents Southeast Austin, said that skipping early, robust public engagement reflected a lack of understanding of the largely..."

April 1, 2022 News Feature by Abe Asher

Faster Than Sound: City Council Supports Music-Focused Arts Facility on East 11th Street

Harold McMillan breaks down civic steps to the envisioned Kenny Dorham Center

"...revisit bond recommendations made by the arts and music commissions in January 2020, which honed in on a multi-use..."

Sept. 10, 2021 Music Column by Rachel Rascoe

Council Gets Briefed on Controversial I-35 Expansion Plans

Let the road rage commence

"...local streets, Ferguson said; he did not address the safety hazards created by I-35 now. According to city data,..."

Sept. 3, 2021 News Feature by Austin Sanders

Austin Contemplates How to Make I-35 Suck Less

The past, present, and future of the man-made barrier through the heart of our town

"...corridor. We at the agency and the [Texas Transportation] Commission totally recognize the importance of I-35 not just to..."

June 21, 2019 News Feature by Mike Clark-Madison

Rep. Donna Howard on the 86th Texas Legislature

“Let’s target some new money toward childhood literacy, toward high school success, toward teacher quality – the kind of things that research shows make a difference”

"...have had a larger number of students entering the public education system needing more resources. We have more low-income..."

Jan. 4, 2019 News Feature by Austin Sanders

True Love and Lawsuits in the Wedding Capital of Texas

'Til death do us party

"...Right after that, George heard about a public meeting hosted by Mark Black and his father Terry,..."

April 27, 2018 News Feature by Kate Groetzinger

Does Austin Need an LGBTQ Center?

A look at the city's lack of a queer community hub

"...when queer people were denied access to well-paying jobs, safety, and healthcare. Many community centers arose within these neighborhoods,..."

April 11, 2018 Qmmunity Post by Mikaila Rushing

The Premature Death of the WHAC

How Gov. Greg Abbott killed vital oversight for women’s health

"...A state with an already tattered family planning safety net, ideologically motivated reproductive health policies, and the highest..."

Jan. 19, 2018 News Feature by Mary Tuma

Fetal Burial Saga Continues

Pro-choice advocates say new rules aren't backed by science

"...slipped into the Texas Register last month with little public notice...."

Aug. 5, 2016 News Post by Mary Tuma

Prevailing Wage Doesn't Always Prevail

Carpenters union says workers are getting stiffed on state project

"...means that a laborer or mechanic working on a public project is supposed to be paid the industry standard..."

Jan. 20, 2012 News Feature by Richard Whittaker

Special Session Could End in Fireworks

Governor wants a short and sweet special session

"...bill, as well as the Department of Insurance, Racing Commission, Office of Public Insurance Counsel, and State Affordable Housing..."

July 3, 2009 News Feature by Richard Whittaker

Naked City

"...thinking to the ever-popular "imagine 30 kindergartners with scissors" safety argument. The debate coincides with the beginning of the..."

Feb. 18, 2005 News Feature by Lee Nichols

The Showdown at Lick Creek

As once clear water runs dark, a community defends its natural heart

"...or even ordinary precautions. As an example, Travis Co. Commissioners Court minutes from its March 9 meeting show that..."

July 2, 2004 News Feature by Amy Smith

City Hall: Yes, Austin, Barton Springs Is Still Safe

One more time: City, state, and federal experts refute rash Statesman claims about Barton Springs pollution

"...Nancy McClintock calls last Thursday's community forum on the safety of Barton Springs Pool "a little healing." Last week,..."

April 4, 2003 News Feature by Lauri Apple

Naked City

Austin Stories

"...restaurant-heavy Fourth, believe the bikeway would pose too many safety issues for both bicyclists and patrons. But city bike..."

Dec. 13, 2002 News Feature

County Jail: Not So Bad

"...decade of violating rules imposed by the regulatory Texas Commission on Jail Standards, Travis County's jail system is finally..."

Oct. 18, 2002 News Feature by Lauri Apple

Here Comes the Naderhood

Preview of Ralph Nader and Democracy Rising's visit to Austin

"...consider himself a Green Party sort. Yet the conservative Republican-turned-independent liked what he saw in Ralph Nader, the Greens'..."

Jan. 25, 2002 News Feature by Amy Smith

Who Owns Sixth Street

Is Austin's Sixth Street Entertainment District undergoing an identity crisis? -- and who are the designated shrinks?

"...say they've arrested kids as young as 12 for public intoxication. But with some 20,000 people on Sixth Street..."

May 4, 2001 News Feature by Jordan Smith

Postmarks

The Sweet Science

"...the Army's 101st Airborne. These soldiers risked their own safety to end the violence occurring and to ensure desegregation...."

Feb. 5, 1999 Column

Council Still Hesitant to Call for Cease-Fire in Gaza

Advocates say it’s a local issue too

"...since October, and resolutions from the city’s Human Rights Commission in November and the Asian American Quality of Life..."

Jan. 19, 2024 News Post by Lina Fisher

Civic Engagement Opportunities for Austin Students

A guide to getting involved and making your voice heard

"...like a blueberry in the tomato soup that is Republican-dominated Texas. Democratic activity and voter turnout is higher here..."

Aug. 18, 2022 Chronolog Post by Kat McNevins

Headlines / Quote of the Week

"...the Same But Brand New: The Independent Citizens Redistricting Commission approved a preliminary map of Austin's new Council districts...."

Sept. 24, 2021 News Feature

Austin Hunkers Down and Waits as the Pandemic Grows

It’s closing time

"...and measures in place to protect the health and safety of food service workers and of the food they..."

March 20, 2020 News Feature by Mike Clark-Madison

Council: At War on Two Wheels

More scooters, a possible interim deal with the APA, and more from City Hall

"...a $30 permit on each scooter; a 500-permit limit; safety requirements; storage and parking standards; and access to aggregated..."

April 20, 2018 News Feature by Nina Hernandez

Big Money for Big Roads

Deciding how the Mobility Bond is spent on Austin's most traveled streets

"...of local business, mixed-income housing, and pedestrian access and safety...."

Feb. 23, 2018 News Feature by Nina Hernandez

Cab Drivers Look Toward the Future

"...This is a good grassroots movement. It's become a public issue rather than Uber against the taxi drivers."..."

May 13, 2016 News Feature by Chase Hoffberger

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