The Stars Come Out for Texas Film and Video Game Incentives

Big names in new ad to get big boost over the finish line

"...rising star, Glen Powell (as well as honorary Texan Billy Bob Thornton) – promote the benefits of the program...."

May 16, 2023 News Post by Richard Whittaker

Perry and the Demise of Safe Passage

Cycling advocates scratch their heads at Perry's veto of the Safe Passage bill

"...who contacted him, and common sense when he vetoed Senate Bill 488, the Safe Passage bill that would have..."

July 24, 2009 News Feature by Richard Whittaker

Return of the Titty Tax

New 'nudity' tax could include not just strip clubs but cabarets, bars, fashion shows, and even mainstream theatres

"...House Bill 1751, which takes effect Jan. 1, will charge "sexually..."

Dec. 7, 2007 News Feature by Richard Whittaker

Travis County Judicial System Prepares for Enforcement (or Not) of SB 4

Judges are urged not to deport people

"...the possibility that federal courts approve Texas’ anti-immigrant law, Senate Bill 4...."

March 29, 2024 News Feature by Brant Bingamon

VR Documentary Invites You to an Intimate Conversation on Abortion

Making the choice

"...of Poland effectively banned abortion last year, and Texas' Senate Bill 8 has provoked a national battle that may..."

March 11, 2022 Features Feature by Lina Fisher

Fast-Tracked SB 8 Hearing Set for U.S. Supreme Court

SCOTUS to hear arguments against Texas abortion ban

"...In effect for more than 50 days, Senate Bill 8 bars abortions once embryonic cardiac activity can..."

Oct. 29, 2021 News Feature by Mary Tuma

As State Attacks, Planned Parenthood Expands

Local clinic at Seventh and Chicon to undergo major renovation

"...large-scale improvement to the health center in more than 15 years, comes in the wake of the Texas Legislature's..."

Dec. 13, 2019 News Feature by Mary Tuma

Headlines

"...Planned Parenthood advocates on Monday delivered 15,000 signatures from Texans who oppose the state's request to..."

June 16, 2017 News Feature

State and Local Elections

No new taxes!

"...Prop 1: Increased homestead exemption from $15,000 to $25,000 Statewide: 86% for, 14% against Travis County:..."

Nov. 6, 2015 News Feature by Richard Whittaker

Headlines

"...Local social media was agog this week over the..."

May 15, 2015 News Feature

Big Money, Big Money

Film incentives see massive boost

"...running the numbers, she only proposed $22 million for 2014-15, saying she took "a conservative approach, because we knew..."

May 31, 2013 Screens Feature by Richard Whittaker

Playing With Fire

Perry gets credit when good bills pass (but no blame if they fail)

"...being governor is that you can claim credit for bills that you signed but then claim blissful ignorance about..."

Sept. 14, 2010 News Post by Richard Whittaker

Naked City

Some provisions encourage renewables, but fossil fuels still reign

"...The Bush Energy Bill, signed into law last week, bestows the oil, gas,..."

Aug. 19, 2005 News Feature by Daniel Mottola

Qmmunity: Top Five Scene Shakers

Qmmunity counts five major queer scene shake-ups in 2023

"...lawmakers, who put gender affirming care for minors ban Senate Bill 14 on Gov. Greg Abbott's desk. While he..."

Dec. 15, 2023 Column by James Scott

Texas Abortion Advocates on What Happens Next

Texans once again have an unfortunate head start in having their rights stripped away

"...mid-1970s. Results from an April UT-Austin survey found only 15% of Texans support a total ban...."

May 6, 2022 News Feature by Maggie Q. Thompson

City Budget: Something's Gotta Give

Cooling economy, rising costs mean tough choices for City Council

"...of years. For the 10-1 Council (first inaugurated in 2015), "This is the toughest budget we've had," Mayor Steve..."

May 12, 2017 News Feature by Michael King

News Roundup: Refugees, Republicans, & Rhetoric

Refugee politics take center stage

"...Austin's sole Dem congressman backpedals hard from an anti-refugee bill; the Texas Board of Education opts for ignorance (again);..."

Nov. 22, 2015 News Post by the News Staff

New Assaults in War on Women's Health Care

New rule places stranglehold on Planned Parenthood

"...The 15-member committee, a federally mandated body that reviews and makes..."

June 17, 2011 News Feature by Jordan Smith

Might Makes Voter ID

Voter ID passes

"...Two years ago, the voter ID bill was the fire that burned down the Texas House...."

April 1, 2011 News Feature by Lee Nichols

Banners Without Errors

Who wins the protest spelling bee, immigration reformers or tea baggers?

"...Hall) was a combination of protest against Arizona's unconstitutional Senate Bill 1070 (AKA the "Where are your papers?" bill),..."

May 4, 2010 News Post by Richard Whittaker

Naked City

Senate OKs Parole Reform

"...On May 15, the Texas Senate passed SB 1678 by Sen. John..."

May 23, 2003 News Feature by Jordan Smith

Naked City

Beyond City Limits

"...The major state schools are expected to raise tuition 15% to 25% if deregulation passes. Meanwhile, the budget shortfall..."

Feb. 21, 2003 News Feature

Postmarks

Our Free Radio coverage generates some audio radiance, and more.

"...FM band permitted by the FCC is called "Part 15" (of title 47 of the Code of Federal Regulations)...."

June 29, 2001 Column

Going Whole Hog

City Vows to Pare Down Pohl's PUD

"...it looks like both the State of Texas and Bill Pohl might finally join them at the table. The..."

Jan. 23, 1998 News Feature by Mike Clark-Madison

Naked City

News briefs from Austin, the region, and beyond

"...Director Larry Cox. – J. S. New Nurse Staffing Bill..."

Jan. 23, 2009 News Feature

Headlines / Quote of the Week

"...Complex, after hours of public comment on Tuesday, June 15. Commissioners approved a separate resolution directing staff to provide..."

June 18, 2021 News Feature

Money for Running: Campaign Cash Highlights

July 15 reports trickling in for federal, state, local races

"...July 15 was the most recent deadline for campaign finance filings;..."

July 19, 2019 News Feature by Michael King

The Premature Death of the WHAC

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

"...among women younger than 40 when comparing data from 2011-15 with 2006-10, even while acknowledging for some possible data..."

Jan. 19, 2018 News Feature by Mary Tuma

How DPS's Occupation of a Border Town May Have Crippled Its Economy

Rio Grande City sees a marked decline in sales and tourism

"...Vera started lambasting the Department of Public Safety in 2015 – though his main beef back then was not..."

Oct. 6, 2017 News Feature by Debbie Nathan

Let's Go Gun Crazy

UT working group recommends allowing guns in classrooms, while a "mock mass shooting" and a "mass farting" protest in response bring out the national media

"...real guns – handguns, an MP5, and AK-47 and AR-15 rifles – openly carried down the Drag past the..."

Dec. 18, 2015 News Feature by Mac McCann

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