Naked City

Off the Desk:

"...plug on companies that burn waste tires for fuel. Senate Bill 1586 went up in smoke in the House..."

June 13, 1997 News Feature

A Lively Crowd Seeks the Open House District 51 Seat

The Southeast Seven

"...seat at the beginning of Rodriguez's political career in 2002. She led in the primary but lost the run-off..."

Feb. 11, 2022 News Feature by Brant Bingamon

Lege Lines: “Born Alive” Bills Filed

National right-wing moral panic over “infanticide” hits Texas

"...Protection Act" in a Capitol press conference. Their companion bills (House Bill 16 and Senate Bill 23) seek to..."

March 15, 2019 News Feature by Mary Tuma

How Texas Is Texas Wine?

What “Truth in Labeling” means for Texas winemakers and vineyards

"...contain a minimum of 75% Texas-grown fruit, but state bills put forth by Sen. Dawn Buckingham (R-Lakeway) and Rep...."

April 28, 2017 Food Feature by Veronica Meewes

The Return of the Lege

State’s 85th Legislature already a battle of House and Senate

"...fight between Democrats and Republicans. In a re-run of 2015, the bitterest disputes look set to be between House..."

Jan. 6, 2017 News Feature by Richard Whittaker

Texas Lege's War on Women

June 23, 2013. 22 photos.

"...June 23, 2013. 22 photos...."

June 24, 2013 Photo Gallery

Then There's This: Who Should Control Austin Energy?

A fast-tracked proposal poses radical changes for city-owned utility

"...by Mayor Lee Leffingwell, with co-sponsors Sheryl Cole and Bill Spelman. The proposal follows Sen. Kirk Wat­son's Feb. 6..."

Feb. 15, 2013 News Column by Amy Smith

LegeLines

Odds and ends from the Capitol

"...to the session, the House finally started hearing substantive bills on March 25. Topping the calendar was House Bill..."

March 27, 2009 News Feature by the News Staff

2009 Lege: Local Delegates Lay Out Agendas

Austin's Lege delegates ready to go back to work

"...a month away, Travis County legislators have started prefiling bills and finalizing their policy agendas. So what are local..."

Dec. 12, 2008 News Feature by Richard Whittaker

Making a List

Examining the prospects for Austin's lobby at the 77th Legislature

"...got his hat handed to him. The Stratus Properties-driven Senate Bill 1704 rose from the dead with a vengeance..."

Dec. 29, 2000 News Feature by Amy Smith

Dial "M" for Money

New Law Puts Police Telemarketing on Hold

"...illustration by Doug Potter Over a three-month period this..."

Aug. 8, 1997 News Feature by Amy Smith

Will a Tax Credit Make Life Better or Harder for Texas Filmmakers?

Advocates worry plan would increase production but hurt local talent

"...House Culture, Recreation, & Tourism committee votes on a billion dollar bill, but that's precisely what happened on April..."

April 18, 2023 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Deep Divisions in Texas' Powerful Anti-Choice Movement

Battle reflects Lege’s growing extremism

"...abortion restriction – a law tucked away in the 2017 legislative session's Senate Bill 8 that requires women to..."

April 6, 2018 News Feature by Mary Tuma

In the Wrong Hands

Van de Putte highlights health issues as "Guns on campus" passes third Senate reading

"...Leticia Van de Putte, D-San Antonio, excitedly announced after Senate Bill 1164, the "guns in university buildings" bill, passed..."

May 20, 2009 News Post by Richard Whittaker

Understanding Prop A & B and the Policing Paradigm Shift on the Ballot

May vote could revolutionize civilian oversight

"...of the officers working at APD – was negotiated 20 years ago. It established a formal system of police..."

April 20, 2023 News Post by Austin Sanders

Public Notice: Good News!

Masks, vaccinations, skateboarders all get reprieves

"...Last week I wrote about the Republican state government's..."

Aug. 27, 2021 News Column by Nick Barbaro

With a Possible Update to the Texas Open Meetings Act, Former Council Members Recall Local Scandal

How a misunderstanding changed Austin politics

"...seven City Council members in apparent violations back in 2010-12. None of those members remain on Council or directly..."

April 19, 2019 News Feature by Michael King

Fetal Burial Trial Concludes

Five-day trial into draconian law yields no indication from judge on eventual ruling

"...over the state's latest anti-choice law – part of 2017's Senate Bill 8 – concluded Friday. Abortion providers challenging..."

July 27, 2018 News Feature by Mary Tuma

New Laws From the Lege Set to Go Into Effect

Get to know Texas’ new rules

"...Insurance Lawsuit Restrictions (HB 1774) A classic tort reform bill cutting the ability of claimants to sue their insurers,..."

Sept. 1, 2017 News Feature by Richard Whittaker

Sheriff Sally Hernandez Continues to Do "What’s Right"

Besieged by the state GOP, Hernandez shows no sign of backing down from her immigration policies

"...Invoking the ire of conservative Repub­lic­ans, Hernandez on Jan. 20 vowed to not detain people based solely on their..."

July 7, 2017 News Feature by Mary Tuma

Perry's Pride: Not So Special Tally

Perry always declares victory, even when he loses

"...to the satisfaction of apparently no one, lawmakers passed Senate Bill 1, accompanied by school finance "reforms"; SB 2,..."

July 8, 2011 News Feature by Richard Whittaker

Headlines

"...• Council also convened Wednesday to receive the five-year..."

April 22, 2011 News Feature

Identity Crisis

Voter ID debate continues

"...At press time, the Texas Senate looked set to send a voter ID bill to..."

Jan. 28, 2011 News Feature by Lee Nichols

Driving Safety

Council considers mandatory distances for drivers passing vulnerable road users and a ban on text-messaging behind the wheel

"...increases the likelihood of a crash or near-crash by 20 times. Last session, the Legislature edged toward a full..."

Sept. 4, 2009 News Feature by Richard Whittaker

Special Session Is the Only Thing That's Certain

The when and the what are still unknown

"...will take place in the state Capitol sometime before 2011. Beyond that, most details are pretty much speculation...."

June 19, 2009 News Feature by Richard Whittaker

Who Could Vote Against Cheap Gas?

A proposed gas-tax holiday means it may be cheaper to get to all those state facilities closed due to lack of funds.

"...a 90-day gas-tax holiday through the House, knocking off 20 cents per gallon if it passes. He bolted it..."

May 9, 2007 News Post by Richard Whittaker

On the Lege

Texas and Sudan: In or Out?

"...Texas is one of 20 states considering legislation that follows the "targeted divestment" model..."

Feb. 16, 2007 News Column by Amy Smith

Film News

Summer shoots, Senate bills, and a few film festivals you should know about; plus, Bob Ivy plays with dolls

"...• Incentives Update: Senate Bill 1142, which sets up $20 million in incentives..."

April 15, 2005 Screens Column by Joe O'Connell

Naked City

Beyond City Limits

"...statewide property tax. The same argument was dismissed in 2001 by then-District Judge Scott McCown, who held that only..."

Feb. 21, 2003 News Feature

Dolly Parton Gifts Brigitte Bandit a Signed Guitar

The local drag performer calls herself the “Dolly of ATX”

"...she visited several times last year to testify against Senate Bill 12, which aimed to ban drag performances from..."

Jan. 3, 2024 Music Post by Carys Anderson

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