Dumb and Dapper

The former AG lands in solitary in Lockhart after trying to buy two fancy cars while claiming to be indigent.

"...a luxury car again. Last Thursday, U.S. District Judge Sam Sparks ordered Morales to remain in jail until his..."

July 4, 2003 News Feature by Lauri Apple

WilCo Follies

Was it OK for a deputy to shoot a suicidal man holding a gun to his own head? The 5th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals will soon weigh in.

"...and executioner," Graves told the Chronicle. Federal District Judge Sam Sparks granted the county's motion for summary judgment because..."

June 27, 2008 News Feature by Patricia J. Ruland

Anti-Smoking Ordinance Wins Federal Round

Judge tells bar owners they filed in the wrong court

"...injunction and dismiss this lawsuit," said U.S. District Judge Sam Sparks from the bench March 17. "There are no..."

March 25, 2005 News Feature by Michael King

The Battle for the Springs: A Chronology

"...June: Judge Sam Sparks rules that the city's cleaning of Barton Springs..."

Aug. 9, 2002 News Feature

Trench Warfare

Federal judge rules for LCRA on the Dripping Springs pipeline project, but the SOS lawsuit proceeds

"...On April 27, federal judge Sam Sparks denied a preliminary injunction to halt the project...."

May 11, 2001 News Feature by Rob Curran

Injunction Lifted in Case to Oust Planned Parenthood as a Medicaid Provider

Planned Parenthood mulls legal options as February cutoff date approaches

"...remanded the case back down to Austin-based U.S. Judge Sam Sparks for reconsideration; for now, Planned Parenthood remains in..."

Jan. 25, 2019 News Feature by Mary Tuma

Panetti Sane Enough to Die

But schizophrenic's execution stayed pending further appeals

"...On Sept. 30, U.S. District Judge Sam Sparks ruled that Texas death row inmate Scott Panetti..."

Oct. 8, 2004 News Feature by Jordan Smith

Naked City

Federal judge Sam Sparks rules in favor of Lacresha Murray lawsuit against Travis Co. DA's office.

"...On Dec. 2, federal District Judge Sam Sparks declined to dismiss the lawsuit brought against local..."

Dec. 12, 2003 News Feature by Jordan Smith

Forecasting SB 4’s Future

U.S. Judge Sam Sparks heard arguments in his federal court

"...The same week a federal judge in San Antonio patiently heard..."

July 7, 2017 News Feature by Mary Tuma

Skyfall

Daniel Craig's glum third go-’round as 007 is enhanced by fun turns by all the supporting players, as well as the film's exciting camerawork.

"...Directed by: Sam Mendes. Starring: Daniel Craig, Judi Dench, Javier Bardem, Ralph..."

Nov. 9, 2012 Movie Review by Kimberley Jones

The Sad Case of the Cactus Planter

Judge Sam Sparks ruled against Planet K in its attempts to save its beloved junked car (aka Ralph)

"...oil and therefore constitutionally protected speech. U.S. District Judge Sam Sparks decided it was both...."

Sept. 19, 2008 News Feature by Richard Whittaker

Federal Judge Limits Smoking Ban

Sparks says businesses are not responsible for smoking patrons' conduct

"...changing the way the ordinance can be enforced. Judge Sam Sparks ruled that the ban's requirement of bar or..."

Oct. 13, 2006 News Feature

Planned Parenthood Wins Round 1

A federal judge halts (temporarily) the state's plans to deny funding to Planned Parenthood for nonabortion services

"...U.S. District Judge Sam Sparks has granted a preliminary injunction to six state..."

Aug. 8, 2003 News Feature by Lauri Apple

It's A Gas, Gas, Gas For Longhorn

Looks like the Longhorn Pipeline is about to begin pumping gas.

"...two miles of the pipeline. But U.S. District Judge Sam Sparks says he has neither the power to stop..."

July 26, 2002 News Feature by Amy Smith

Docket Is Full, but Judges Are Few

Federal judges see a jump in cases as court vacancies go unfilled

"...When federal District Judge Sam Sparks in early May set a trial date for..."

July 27, 2012 News Feature by Jordan Smith

Workers Settle Suit Against Yassines

Employees will divvy up six-figure settlement

"...Yassine brothers have been keeping U.S. District Court Judge Sam Sparks busy. Even before he started hearing the federal..."

June 29, 2012 News Feature by Richard Whittaker

The Yassine Sixth Street Noir

Legends, rumors, unpaid taxes ... and coke on the side

"...just a taxi driver. Then there's Amar Thabet Araf, Sami Derder, and Edgar Orsini, who are the targets of..."

May 18, 2012 News Feature by Richard Whittaker

Naked City

Headlines and happenings from Austin and beyond

"...race for governor Headlines• At press time, federal Judge Sam Sparks declared that the term "necessary steps" in Austin's..."

Oct. 6, 2006 News Feature

TCB

More trees fall victim to the smoking ban back-and-forth, while Austin nurses a huge Sparks hangover and Cowboy Mouth is just glad to be anywhere

"...as to be unenforceable. On Oct. 3, Federal Judge Sam Sparks denied the injunction but agreed the ordinance was..."

Oct. 21, 2005 Music Column by Christopher Gray

The Death and Life of Free Radio

Austin microradio lived fast and died young -- can the movement live to broadcast another day?

"...and a founder of Free Radio Austin, told Judge Sam Sparks of the Western District court at Free Radio's..."

June 22, 2001 News Feature by Emily Pyle

Yassine Money Laundering Trial Set For Oct. 1

Judge denies bond as co-defendant skips bail

"...Ruales were back in court today, appearing before Judge Sam Sparks for a status update on their money laundering..."

May 2, 2012 News Post by Richard Whittaker

Free To Be Beer!

Hear, hear! Judge rules for breweries.

"...know what you are quaffing. On Dec. 19, Judge Sam Sparks ruled that the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission's rules..."

Dec. 30, 2011 News Feature by Richard Whittaker

The Millionaire Who Would Be Constable

Former APD cop wins lottery, settles brutality lawsuit, and embarks on dream of becoming a ... constable?

"...the March 2001 order issued by U.S. District Judge Sam Sparks, Chody would have had a hard time explaining..."

Sept. 28, 2007 News Feature by Patricia J. Ruland

Naked City

News briefs from Austin, the region, and elsewhere

"...second time a 2007 decision by U.S. District Judge Sam Sparks denying Zachary's motion for summary judgment, which, if..."

Aug. 29, 2008 News Feature

The Hi-Lo Country

"...Stephen Frears. Starring: Woody Harrelson, Billy Crudup, Patricia Arquette, Sam Elliott, Penelope Cruz, Cole Hauser, James Gammon, Enrique Castillo..."

Jan. 22, 1999 Movie Review by Marjorie Baumgarten

Medicaid Patients Face a Future Without Planned Parenthood

“I don’t know where I would go”

"...calls in the morning to get an appointment that same day. Wait times are typically short. She has built..."

Feb. 17, 2017 News Feature by Mary Tuma

Creationists Get Schooled in Court

No science ed degree with a biblical viewpoint for you!

"...in the process. On June 18, U.S. District Judge Sam Sparks dismissed a request for summary judgment by the..."

June 25, 2010 News Feature by Lee Nichols

Naked City

News briefs from Austin, the region, and elsewhere

"...Since then, in an unusual move, U.S. District Judge Sam Sparks has reconsidered his own March 7 decision upholding..."

May 9, 2008 News Feature

Legal Battle Over When Prisoner Is Sane Enough for Execution Bounces Back Here

Supremes punt case of death row inmate Scott Panetti to federal district court in Austin

"...back in federal district court last week, where Judge Sam Sparks is tasked with deciding whether Panetti is indeed..."

Feb. 15, 2008 News Feature by Jordan Smith

Naked City

Injunction puts brakes on anti-choice rider

"...case back to Austin and ordered U.S. District Judge Sam Sparks to dissolve his preliminary injunction against the state..."

March 25, 2005 News Feature by Amy Smith

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