'Chronicle' Endorsements and Election Info

Our recommendations for the Nov. 8 election

"...and conservation projects), not to exceed a revolving $6 billion at any one time...."

Nov. 4, 2011 News Feature

'Chronicle' Endorsements and Election Info

Our recommendations for the Nov. 8 election

"...and conservation projects), not to exceed a revolving $6 billion at any one time...."

Oct. 21, 2011 News Feature

City Hall Hustle: Mo' Money

As the budget year ends, council reshuffles the last few cards

"...may return again to the dais this Thursday, Sept. 22...."

Sept. 23, 2011 News Column by Wells Dunbar

TDH: 9/19/11

Council considers legal contracts, election dates, Central Library

"...Agenda highlights for City Council’s Thursday, September 22 meeting:..."

Sept. 19, 2011 News Post by Wells Dunbar

City Hall Hustle: Down the Long Road to SMDs

Council takes another step toward districting ... and other stuff

"...its overall and voting-age populations coming in at around 22%...."

June 17, 2011 News Column by Wells Dunbar

If the Horseshoe Fits

White campaign toughens up on Perry's money trail

"...the stomach for a real fight. Seems like the Bill White campaign is prepared to test the mettle of..."

Aug. 3, 2010 News Post by Richard Whittaker

Insurance Rates, Round 2

State regulators aren't done yet with Farmers and State Farm

"...– as of June 2003 State Farm's rates were 22.6% higher than their January 2000 rates; Farmers rates increased..."

Nov. 26, 2004 News Feature by Jordan Smith

Did Farmers Insurance Keep Secrets From the State?

The insurer's lawyers advised keeping the "most troublesome claims" out of sight

"...Texas consumers," TDI Commissioner Jose Montemayor said on May 22...."

Nov. 14, 2003 News Feature by Jordan Smith

Naked City

The council approves a requirement that all matters coming to a vote include a note detailing their financial impact; Austin Energy's "competitive matters" resolution, which would keep some business matters secret, angers some local activists.

"...be back on the agenda as early as Feb. 22.)..."

Feb. 16, 2001 News Feature by Emily Pyle

Naked City

Over objections from two council members, the City Council votes to reduce parkland dedication fees for the Four Seasons Residences on Town Lake, but doesn't -- as the project's developer would like -- waive the fee entirely

"...be considered by the Texas Transportation Commission on Feb. 22. Though the amount of money the city can offer..."

Feb. 9, 2001 News Feature by Emily Pyle

Postmarks

Sucking Us Dry

"...Editor: Senator Buster Brown justifies squelching the creation of 22 new groundwater conservation districts until Senate Bill 1, the..."

May 21, 1999 Column

How the Filibuster Has Already Undermined Democracy

The recent attacks on reproductive rights reveal another reason to let the filibuster burn

"...That's the bluntest formulation of "catch-22" – the illegitimate, naked power at the symbolic center..."

May 6, 2022 News Feature by Michael King

Our Bodies, Our Cities

Austin and Beyond

"...limit Austin's annexation powers. Krusee has filed two annexation bills so far. One would allow courts to assess penalties..."

Jan. 29, 1999 News Column by Erica C. Barnett

The Team Players: Who's Who on the Campaign Trail

"...Barby for state rep. (Oklahoma), Gary Watkins for state senate, and John Bryant for U.S. rep 1994: various statewide,..."

April 11, 1997 News Feature

Painting by Numbers

Wherein we recall how we got here ... and contemplate the baleful map-drawing future

"...fled the state to Ardmore (and later, from the Senate, to Albuquerque, N.M.)...."

Jan. 28, 2011 News Feature by Lee Nichols

On the Lege

No solution; another special session is coming

"...as today (Thursday), insisting that lawmakers send him a bill before they break for what's left of the summer...."

July 22, 2005 News Column by Amy Smith

Dan Patrick Proposes Massive Boost for Film Incentives ... But There's a Catch

Is Texas' lieutenant governor lining up cash for a culture war?

"...Dan Patrick says he wants to provide half a billion dollars for incentives to get film and TV production..."

Jan. 27, 2025 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Lege Lines

There's a lot of business to take care of before sine die

"...Alabama to the Voting Rights Act. You Kill My Bill, I Kill Yours..."

May 24, 2013 News Feature by Richard Whittaker

How Can We Miss Them If They Won't Go Away?

Although the Die is not quite Sine, the buzz is already of a Legislative special session.

"...and mostly ineffective -- but that fizzled when the Senate threatened to retaliate by scuttling university tuition deregulation, potentially..."

June 13, 2003 News Column by Michael King

Adiós! Don't Let the Door ...

A Quick Roundup of the Best and the Worst of the 78th Lege

"...the authors are uncertain what's in the omnibus late-train bills. What follows is a preliminary snapshot of the major..."

June 6, 2003 News Feature

Weird, Spooky, and Rich

David Dewhurst runs against everybody but money.

"...Dewhurst's fellow Republicans treat him as though he were Bill Clinton's half-brother. Indeed, the best that one prominent Republican..."

Oct. 18, 2002 News Feature by Robert Bryce

Fatal Error

Hooked on Drug Money

"...of the War on Drugs -- with a defense bill that allowed the military to loan equipment and facilities..."

Dec. 25, 1998 News Feature by Monte Paulsen

Headlines / Quote of the Week

"...With less than three days left on the clock, Senate Democrats are weighing their options for passing a stopgap..."

March 14, 2025 News Feature

'Spy Kids,' Small Planes, and Surly Senators Star in Mueller Sequel

The State Aircraft Pooling Board's long goodbye creates turbulence at Mueller for the city -- and Robert Rodriguez.

"...well aware. So does Laney's buddy and fellow ex-Speaker Bill Clayton, and together, the two West Texas politicos helped..."

Aug. 1, 2003 News Feature by Mike Clark-Madison

What Now? What Next?

With clinics already closing, Texas' extreme abortion restrictions head to the courts

"...A day before the Texas Senate debated and ultimately passed House Bill 2, the sweeping..."

July 26, 2013 News Feature by Jordan Smith

On the Lege

The second special session ends with a whimper, but the re-redistricting battle rages elsewhere

"...official end came Tuesday morning, when the House and Senate adjourned sine die after a few minutes of nonbusiness,..."

Aug. 29, 2003 News Column by Michael King

Patrick Goes on Offense Post-Session

Patrick reflects on his first term as lite gov

"...session” included much fighting between the House and the Senate over ethics, immigration and open carry...."

June 4, 2015 News Post by Brittany Shulman

Dukes Smiles for the Camera

Film incentive reform passes: Austin rep breathes big sigh of relief

"...After four days of sitting on the Senate intent calendar, House Bill 873, the film incentive reform..."

April 17, 2009 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Letters @ 3AM

Joe Biden and Chris Dodd rise above the other primary candidates in terms of achievement and hands-on experience in what a president needs to know

"...worth mentioning, and most of that comes from his 22 years in the military, plus dealing with foreign affairs..."

Jan. 4, 2008 Column by Michael Ventura

Naked City

Headlines and Happenings from Austin and Beyond

"...that starts Aug. 15 and one that starts Aug. 22. The main argument in favor of an early start..."

Jan. 27, 2006 News Feature

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