New Lot Size Would Allow Middle-Class Homeowners to Sell Their Backyards

Smaller lots, smaller homes, cheaper prices

"...That’s the theory behind City Council’s push to reduce Austin’s minimum lot size. Smaller lots mean..."

April 19, 2024 News Feature by Austin Sanders

Will Austin ISD Push Out a Highly Regarded Partner?

The district is proposing to give away family service centers

April 12, 2024 News Feature by Brant Bingamon

Headlines / Quote of the Week

"...Brookins has called on Austin’s art community to help push forward their petition to establish a poet laureate program..."

April 12, 2024 News Feature

Co-Founder of Local Org That Pushed for Cannabis Decriminalization Abruptly Replaced

Julie Oliver exits Ground Game, Catina Voellinger takes helm

"...The group partners with local and state allies to push ballot propositions, cultivating the support of new voters, especially..."

April 5, 2024 News Post by Brant Bingamon

How The First Omen Broke the Curse of Legacy Sequels

Arkasha Stevenson and Tim Smith on creating a horror they believe in

"...that the story and the material and the themes push us out there.” She pointed to that original underlying..."

April 3, 2024 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Headlines / Quote of the Week

"...BlackRock Not Evil Enough for Texas: The State Board..."

March 29, 2024 News Feature

Austin FC, Philadelphia Union Share an Unlikely Bond

The fans were there, even before MLS was

"...many ways served as the inspiration for the grassroots push that led the birth of Austin FC in 2019...."

March 15, 2024 Sports Post by Eric Goodman

SXSW Interview: Scowl Reinvigorates the Hardcore Punk Playbook

Vocalist Kat Moss reflects on their genre-pushing EP and pop influence

"...trying to hide the fact that I want to push the envelope with my music,” they explain...."

March 15, 2024 Music Feature by Miranda Garza

The Luv Doc: Single Women With Grocery Dogs

Flying a nondescript gray flag and trolling through shallow waters

"...little liquid courage might be just the thing to push you past what might possibly be a temporary moment..."

March 15, 2024 Column by The Luv Doc

An Outdoor Screening, Bluey Live, and More Lead Our Recommended Arts Events

Get out and art this week!

"...Push the boundaries between reality and fiction at this performance..."

March 15, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

30 Breakout Music Acts to See in Austin This Week

Your guide to SXSW's buzziest artists, both official and unofficial

"...hype. Lockdown-born debut album Quarrel (released under Dean Blunt’s boundary-pushing World Music label) set their experimental trajectory into motion,..."

March 11, 2024 SXSW Post by Rachel Rascoe

Nothing Is Off-Limits for Comedian Gianmarco Soresi

The New Yorker isn’t afraid to make himself the punchline

"...work and in-depth, often sardonic storytelling, Soresi loves to push the envelope when it comes to who and what..."

March 8, 2024 Arts Feature by Miranda Garza

Total Solar Eclipse to Draw Crowds of Tourists to Town

The once-in-a-lifetime darkness is coming to Central Texas

"...Dawn Davies were two of the first Austinites to push for eclipse readiness. By September 2022, they were convening..."

March 8, 2024 News Feature by Robyn Ross

Tanisa Jeffers Wins Big in JP5 Contest

She will lead county’s main evictions court

"...a judge, right? We need to go forward and push this envelope. And it’s going to start with our..."

March 8, 2024 News Feature by Brant Bingamon

An Army of Women Tells the Story of a Criminal Justice Crusade in Austin

Julie Lunde Lillesæter shines a light on the women who made Austin a better place for rape survivors

"...this is really challenging ... I didn’t want to push anyone to do that if they didn’t really want..."

March 8, 2024 Screens Feature by Sarah Marloff

Dune 2 Cinematographer Greig Fraser Makes the Desert a Home

Oscar-winner discusses the challenges of balancing projects

"...“Films are a tricky thing,” said Greig, “because they push and pull. ... You don’t sign on a contract..."

March 6, 2024 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

The YIMBYs Come to Town, and City Council Joins Them

Yes in Austin’s Backyard

"...in My Backyard is not just a movement to push for more housing in cities across the United States..."

March 1, 2024 News Feature by Austin Sanders

Review: Feral Pizza

Parking lot pizza trailer is serving up sourdough pies with brilliantly flavorful toppings

"...find new ways to expand its flavor profiles and push the boundaries of Austin pizza culture. Feral Pizza..."

March 1, 2024 Food Feature by Taylor Tobin

Farming Local Connections With Barton Creek Farmers Market

Austin’s longest-running farmers’ market continues to support small farms from a mall parking lot

"...in 1983 to utilize direct marketing were what helped push farmers’ markets to the forefront of Texans’ minds throughout..."

March 1, 2024 Food Feature by James Scott

Sentimental Family Band, Leti Garza, Dorian Electra, and More Crucial Concerts

Plan your week in music

"...Since launching in 2019 with the inquisitive pop-rock push-and-pull of internet-ready track "I Love You Aubrey Plaza," Eli..."

March 1, 2024 Music Feature by Derek Udensi

Headlines / Quote of the Week

"...support for IVF without going so far as to push for legislation protecting it. Read more here...."

March 1, 2024 News Feature

Qmmunity: Peace, Love, and the House of Juicy

Legendary Father Akasha and princess BabiBoi talk the new Central Texas chapter of Juicy Couture

"...months and not show up, not practice, not really push yourself.” What the new Central Texas chapter demands is..."

Feb. 23, 2024 Column by James Scott

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

Safe on the bus

"...Spieler said that much of the push for public safety on buses and trains is about..."

Feb. 23, 2024 News Feature by Benton Graham

Cirque du Soleil Performer Guillaume Blais Crystalizes His Art

Queer trapezist talks the high-flying life ahead of H-E-B Center show

"...he says, admitting as well that the freezing temps push his limits. “I mean, we're not gonna lie. It's..."

Feb. 21, 2024 Qmmunity Post by James Scott

Review: Middle Sattre, Tendencies

Eightpiece’s soul-baring string arrangements push through self-loathing

Feb. 16, 2024 Music Feature by Miranda Garza

Headlines / Quote of the Week

"...The Historic Landmark Commission unanimously voted last week to push Green and White Grocery’s case forward to the city’s..."

Feb. 16, 2024 News Feature

Crypta, Cherubs, and More Crucial Concerts for the Week

Must-see shows for the weekend and beyond

"...upbeat tempos and limitless talent. Powerhouse trinity the Tiarras push genre boundaries and positivity through their blended sound. Sisters..."

Feb. 16, 2024 Music Feature by Rachel Rascoe

Float

A Type-A doctor-in-training enjoys a summer romance in small-town Canada

"...relationship with her parents. Moreover, Amell and Bang don't push immediate chemistry between the young lovers. Instead, they warm..."

Feb. 9, 2024 Movie Review by Richard Whittaker

Valentine’s Day Dining: Five Restaurants Where Food Meets Romance

Don’t give away your heart on an empty stomach, baby

"...Even ordinary joints tend to push their menus to the next level of yum for..."

Feb. 2, 2024 Food Post by Wayne Alan Brenner

How Austin’s Mayoral Race Is Shaping Up So Far

Mayor Kirk Watson continues to bide his time

"...or large-scale development deal that came before Council; she pushed the use of density bonus programs which can achieve..."

Feb. 2, 2024 News Feature by Austin Sanders

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