Two Years After Voters Approved Austin Police Oversight Act, the Measure Remains Unfulfilled

Report details progress and shortfalls of implementation

"...also directed OPO to make a lot of information public, and the OPO is lagging behind on publishing some..."

May 9, 2025 News Feature by Austin Sanders

Sitting Down With Your Senator

Sarah Eckhardt goes deep on democracy, womanhood, and our era

"...government position. In 2006, she became a Travis County commissioner. In 2015, she was elected Travis County judge, leading..."

April 11, 2025 News Feature by Maggie Quinlan

Day Trips: Panhandle-Plains Historical Museum, Canyon

The history attic of the Texas Panhandle closes for the foreseeable future

"...Unfortunately, the museum closed to the public at the end of March until further notice, according..."

April 11, 2025 Column by Gerald E. McLeod

Texas Law Would Make Law Enforcement Misconduct Records More Secretive

New law would create “G file” for all state law enforcement agencies

"...throughout the state to hide certain disciplinary records from public view and create an avenue for the Austin Police..."

April 4, 2025 News Feature by Austin Sanders

Controversial Definition of Antisemitism at Universities Would Limit Criticism of Israel

Lawmakers hear testimony on both sides of the proposed law

"...The Texas Senate Committee on Education K-16 heard public testimony last week for Senate Bill 326, which would..."

April 4, 2025 News Feature by Maryam Ahmed

DOGEing the Texas Education Agency

Conservatives back Dem bill to shrink agency overseeing schools

"...and redirect money from its budget to the state’s public schools...."

March 28, 2025 News Feature by Brant Bingamon

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"...streets safer and increases engagement with businesses. Some Planning Commissioners oppose the plan, saying it’s not friendly to people..."

March 21, 2025 News Feature

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"...age-old art form violates federal and state orders that public agencies recognize only two sexes. The resolution also states..."

March 7, 2025 News Feature

Day Trips & Beyond: January Events Roundup

Texas welcomes 40th historic site, Balmorhea news, and more

"...Sleep with the Harvey Girls. The Texas Historical Commission announced the addition of its 40th State Historic Site..."

Dec. 28, 2024 Travel Post by Gerald E. McLeod

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"...Ruining Voting Rolls: An investigation by ProPublica, the Texas Tribune, and Votebeat has discovered that thousands..."

Oct. 18, 2024 News Feature

Investigator of Complaints Against Police Calls Complainant “Protester Dirtbag”

Oversight director says incident was “addressed”

"...police officer,” Nelly Paulina Ramirez, who chairs the city’s Public Safety Commission, said. “The experience is supposed to feel..."

Oct. 10, 2024 News Post by Austin Sanders

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"...to our schools,” AISD Superintendent Matias Segura told the public. “Whether they’re real or rumors, it’s important to know..."

Sept. 27, 2024 News Feature

In Crowded District 7 Race, Candidates’ Similarities Outweigh Differences

Candidates talk environment, housing options, and public safety

"...As a Public Safety Commission member, Nguyễn has an intimate understanding of..."

Sept. 13, 2024 News Feature by Austin Sanders

Former APD Leader Fired After Alleged Domestic Violence Is Denied Appeal

Jonathan Kringen attempted to overturn his firing

"...following a daylong hearing at the Municipal Civil Service Commission on Sept. 9...."

Sept. 11, 2024 News Post by Austin Sanders

City Council Countdown: Meet the Candidates

Here’s one minute of information on each race

"...voters will again decide between a Democrat and a Republican – and for the first time, perhaps, award the..."

Aug. 30, 2024 News Feature by Austin Sanders

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"...DPS Dodging Reckoning: The Department of Public Safety continues to dodge responsibility for the deadliest school..."

Aug. 23, 2024 News Feature

Police Contract, Court Ruling to Settle Lingering Police Oversight Questions

In the courtroom and the bargaining room where it happens

"...long opposed eliminating the file) but detrimental to the public’s interest. “That’s not a compromise,” said Chris Harris, president..."

Aug. 9, 2024 News Feature by Austin Sanders

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"...Firefighters Have a Pretty Small Ask: Amid city budget..."

Aug. 2, 2024 News Feature

Why Venues Are Struggling to Stay Open in the Live Music Capital of the World

As Hot Summer Nights descends, Austin’s live music epicenter campaigns for city support

"...having received state cultural district certification by the Texas Commission on the Arts in 2020...."

July 12, 2024 Music Feature by Carys Anderson

Can the Austin Airport Speed Up Its Sorely Needed Expansion?

Explosive growth and understaffing lead to long lines and near-misses

"...an airline industry hungry for profits, the convenience and safety of air travel at AUS depends on its expansion...."

May 24, 2024 News Feature by Lina Fisher

Squirrel Fest, a Bidi Bidi Birthday, and More Community Events

Plan your week with some of our recommended happenings around town

"...11 to 4.   – Kat McNevins City Council-Planning Commission Public Hearing on Land Development Code Changes..."

April 12, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

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"...Concrete Becoming What?: The city’s Environmental Commission heard a proposed framework for developments in Lady Bird..."

March 29, 2024 News Feature

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"...by conspiracy theories about the unreliability of voting machines, Republicans in Gillespie County (county seat: Fredericksburg) counted ballots by..."

March 22, 2024 News Feature

Selena Gomez, Conan O’Brien, Sydney Sweeney Top SXSW’s Sixth Featured Speakers Announcement

Danny Brown, Nick Kroll, and Kirsten Dunst also announced

"...consequences to our emotional well-being, financial security, or physical safety. While it can feel like this is just the..."

Feb. 27, 2024 SXSW Post by Carys Anderson

As Transit Cops Near, Cap Metro’s Other Public Safety Personnel Thrive

Safe on the bus

"...scenario that Cap Metro envisioned when it launched the public safety ambassador program in October 2021. A nearby ambassador..."

Feb. 23, 2024 News Feature by Benton Graham

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"...Vouchers: Still, border security is the top issue Texas Republicans are campaigning on, The Texas Tribune reported. In recognition..."

Feb. 16, 2024 News Feature

Fitzhugh Neighbors Still Furious About Proposed 5,000-Seat Concert Venue

Enviro groups say development will pollute creek and aquifer

"...is attempting to secure a permit from the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality for treated wastewater disposal of maximum..."

Feb. 1, 2024 News Post by Lina Fisher

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"...Conservative Majority is supporting challengers who could unseat House Republicans who voted to impeach A.G. Ken Paxton. Defend Texas..."

Feb. 2, 2024 News Feature

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"...first time due to a flood of complaints about safety, the transit agency said. Locations will include North Lamar..."

Jan. 26, 2024 News Feature

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

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