SXSW Film Review: Wakhri

Pakistani teacher turned star faces violent backlash

"...Noor (Faryal Mehmood), a widowed schoolteacher and young boy’s mother, seeks to raise money for..."

March 11, 2024 Screens Post by Jessi Cape

Restaurant Review: Bureau de Poste

Chef Jo Chan delivers delicious cuisine in former Hyde Park post office

"...was not renewed and it closed in 2021, as there’s really no other post office nearby half as convenient...."

March 8, 2024 Food Feature by Melanie Haupt

With Six Seats Up in the Air, City Council Could Look Very Different Next Year

Ready to rumble?

"...And then there's the mayor. Kirk Watson barely beat Celia Israel in..."

Jan. 5, 2024 News Feature by Austin Sanders

After Almost Six Years in Jail, Devonte Amerson Has Been Released

Murder suspect met by family and supporters

"...on bond Monday night from the Hays County Jail, where he was met by his seven-year-old son, Kyze, his..."

Dec. 12, 2023 News Post by Brant Bingamon

How Austin Drag Icon Brigitte Bandit Became a Political Powerhouse

It’s Brigitte, bitch

"...It was another hot August night at Cheer Up Charlies' outdoor stage,..."

Sept. 22, 2023 News Feature by Brant Bingamon

GOP Bill Will Double Austin ISD Police

Parents say they don't want more officers

"...students of color, students with disabilities, LGBTQ students, and others," Natalie Beck said, her voice shaky with emotion. Beck..."

Aug. 18, 2023 News Feature by Brant Bingamon

Tribeca Film Review: Let the Canary Sing

Cyndi Lauper doc travels the long path to becoming herself

"...There's an alternate world in which Cyndi Lauper was the..."

July 1, 2023 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Free Will Astrology

Your weekly horoscope, June 23-29

"...CANCER (June 21-July 22): In the Northern Hemisphere, the astrological month of Cancer begins with the..."

June 23, 2023 Column by Rob Brezsny

Nine Essential Albums From Willie Nelson’s 90 Years

Wishing the Texas outlaw icon a Willie nice birthday

"...gamble landed “Touch Me” in Billboard’s country top 10, another Willie first. – Tim Stegall..."

April 28, 2023 Music Post by Rachel Rascoe

12 Jurors Found Him Guilty of Murder. Gov. Abbott Thinks He Knows Better.

An Army sergeant thought he could get away with murdering a Black Lives Matter protester, and he might be right

"...shot in self-defense, thinking that Foster was about to raise his gun. The officers believed Perry and released him...."

April 14, 2023 News Feature by Brant Bingamon

SXSW Music 2023: The Best Things We Saw on Friday

A Margo Price keynote, Koffee's evolution, & Obongjayar's rising star

"...fest destination Hotel Vegas (read our day party recap here), amplified by an Osees set time two hours after...."

March 18, 2023 SXSW Post by Abby Johnston

Seeking Justice for the Killing of Alex Gonzales

Gonzales’ mother says, “I will not stop”

"...Gonzales' mother, Elizabeth, remains heartbroken and furious two years after her..."

Jan. 20, 2023 News Feature by Brant Bingamon

Opinion: We Should All Fight for Human Rights in Iran

Although the government has tried to silence the people of Iran by shutting down the internet and suppressing protesters, we can use our collective global voice to speak out

"...ceases oppressing women and stops its attack on civilians. There are many current examples of legalized oppression occurring around..."

Oct. 28, 2022 Column by Mahsa Monshizadegan

Grassroots Bakers Effect Change, One Cupcake at a Time

From suffrage to City Council races, flour power abounds

"...coffee menu at a local coffeeshop, debating quietly with her mom, Jennifer, what to order...."

Sept. 2, 2022 Food Feature by Melanie Haupt

The Best Music We Saw at SXSW on Tuesday

A Zamrock fruit plate, apathetic Irish drone-poetics, and so much more

"...though hot shows did hit capacity – and yet there’s plenty of action...."

March 16, 2022 Music Post by Thomas Fawcett

See for Me

Home invasion thriller smartly updates Wait Until Dark

"...with Audrey Hepburn as a blind woman stalked in her own apartment by burglars...."

Jan. 7, 2022 Movie Review by Richard Whittaker

The Spine of Night

Epic Rotoscoped animation updates Ralph Bakshi’s dark fantasies

"...Night knows it owes a debt to Bakshi, but there are no Hobbits in sight here. Instead, this is..."

Oct. 29, 2021 Movie Review by Richard Whittaker

The Most Memorable Moments of Friday’s ACL Fest

Megan, Miley, Maidza, and one really long line

"...due to rain, packed in a ton of action: Here are the favorite moments witnessed by the Austin Chronicle..."

Oct. 2, 2021 Music Post by Kevin Curtin

New Austin Music Worth Your Bandwidth This Week

What we’re listening to

"..."Omnipresence," bigass word: "the presence of God everywhere at the same time." Charlie Pierce possesses such an..."

June 11, 2021 Music Feature by Raoul Hernandez

Raya and the Last Dragon

Disney's new Southeast Asian fantasy is a landmark, but loses its way

"...Where it starts is by throwing out the idea of..."

March 5, 2021 Movie Review by Richard Whittaker

Riders Against the Storm Hit Their Stride With Flowers for the Living

Three-time winners of the Austin Music Awards' Band of the Year honors keep building community and creativity

"...the hyperactive social justice advocate earned the right to voice his opinion in unadulterated terms. The two unite as..."

Feb. 26, 2021 Music Feature by Derek Udensi

Once Again, Redistricting Looms in Texas

Republicans hold all the power to draw new lines, but there's more attention on the process than ever before

"...Who's your congressperson? Here in Austin we have six to choose from, a..."

Feb. 12, 2021 News Feature by Mike Clark-Madison

The Eighth Street Survivors

They came out to protest police brutality. They were met by a life-altering wave of police violence. Eight months later, they still await justice and change.

"...There's a lot that Sam Kirsch would rather talk about...."

Feb. 5, 2021 News Feature by Brant Bingamon

New Austin Music Worth Your Bandwidth This Week

What we’re listening to

"...Best Fundraising Effort: Red River Cultural District's Banding Together Fund..."

Jan. 22, 2021 Music Feature by Carys Anderson

New Austin Music Worth Your Bandwidth This Week

What we’re listening to

"...Dena Hope now take up the standard in a fundraiser matching local ladies of sound with blue holiday cheer...."

Dec. 25, 2020 Music Feature by Raoul Hernandez

Checking In (Again): Kevin Russell Hasn’t Wavered Amidst the Great Wall of Empty Time

Shinyribs Santa closes the questionnaire circle on No. 100

"...all laid back, easy going people like me. So, there has been no friction beyond the usual never-ending dish..."

Dec. 22, 2020 Music Post by Raoul Hernandez

Ley Line Soaks in the Healing Wash of We Saw Blue

Local quartet finds global rhythms in twining harmonies

"...each performance, the four women of Ley Line huddle together onstage momentarily to catch their breath, calm down, and..."

Dec. 11, 2020 Music Feature by Doug Freeman

Chronicle Endorsements

December Run-Off Election

"...on how – and when – you need to voice your choice. City Council District 6: Jimmy Flannigan..."

Dec. 4, 2020 News Feature

Chronicle Endorsements

December Run-Off Election

"...on how – and when – you need to voice your choice. City Council District 6: Jimmy Flannigan..."

Nov. 27, 2020 News Feature

New Austin Music Worth Your Bandwidth This Week

What we’re listening to

"...Somewhere in time and space exists Arginor...."

Nov. 20, 2020 Music Feature by Michael Toland

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