City Council Countdown: Meet the Candidates

Here’s one minute of information on each race

"...Austin’s six City Council races for the Nov. 5 election provide a number..."

Aug. 30, 2024 News Feature by Austin Sanders

Council Members To Back Abortion Support Budget Measure

Garza, Casar plan support for $100K in abortion assistance

"...In response to the growing hostility toward abortion rights – nationally,..."

Aug. 15, 2019 News Post by Mary Tuma

Reflecting on the Deal

"...by which the plan came together to win City Council approval last week. Here are excerpts of responses we..."

Dec. 11, 1998 News Feature

Consultants Given Lucrative City Contracts Without Council Approval

City paid friends of City Hall top brass $300,000 through subcontracting scheme

"...you like a job that pays roughly $30,000 a month and requires no documented work output?..."

Sept. 15, 2023 News Feature by Austin Sanders

City Council Redirects APD Funds to Abortion Support Access

$250K to flow toward abortion support services

"...Redoubling its unprecedented investment made last year, Austin City Council infused its nascent abortion care practical support program with..."

Aug. 14, 2020 News Post by Mary Tuma

Council: Hush Please … We’re Hiring a City Manager

City requests A.G. ruling to keep search confidential

"...Although City Council will meet today (Thurs­day, Nov. 2), the 21-Item agenda..."

Nov. 3, 2017 News Feature by Michael King

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

Ready to rumble?

"...The filing period for City Council elections does not open until late July, but the..."

Jan. 5, 2024 News Feature by Austin Sanders

A New Council With New Energy Aims to Get City Hall Unstuck

Change is coming, but how much?

"...When City Council convenes for its first meeting of 2023 on Jan...."

Jan. 20, 2023 News Feature by Austin Sanders

Can the Bands Play On?

The Live Music Task Force tunes up to protect Austin's claim to fame

"...the alarm sounded for 2008 by Troy Dillinger. The longtime Austin musician organized the Year of Austin Music to..."

July 18, 2008 News Feature by Katherine Gregor

On the COVID-19 Front Lines, Providers Feel Exposed

Seeking protection

"...an invisible fog over Austin, as residents enter their second week of sheltering in place. Many businesses are now..."

April 3, 2020 News Feature by Margaret Nicklas

Can Austin Carshare?

Several car-sharing proposals hope to reduce auto spending, traffic, and pollution

"...In densely populated cities such as Seattle; Washington, D.C.; and Chicago, car-sharing organizations have flourished as an..."

Nov. 11, 2005 News Feature by Daniel Mottola

Sheryl Cole and Chito Vela: The Prize Fight

All eyes on the Democratic primary run-off in House District 46

"...The March Democratic primary election in House District 46 came down to the wire;..."

May 4, 2018 News Feature by Mary Tuma

Beside the Point: Sue Sue Sue-Dio

While City Hall slumbers, the law in its majesty marches on

"...As the holiday weekend began July 1, Council Member Laura Morrison (aka, "LauraatCityHall") tweeted: "City Hall is..."

July 8, 2011 News Feature by Michael King

Who Fired Tony Fabelo?

Last year's veto of the Criminal Justice Policy Council reflects a private agenda at the governor's office

"...Last spring's dismissal by Gov. Rick Perry of Tony Fabelo, head of the state's Criminal Justice Policy Council..."

April 30, 2004 News Feature by Lucius Lomax

Dear Porn Industry

Texas loves luring jobs from California

"...is it going? Sorry to hear about your recent condom to-do with the Los Angeles City Council. Forcing people..."

Jan. 19, 2012 Screens Post by Mr. Smarty Pants

Doubting Thomas

Newly elected Council Member Danny Thomas is in a position to end the fighting over the Place 6 council seat.

"...The fragment of scripture on the white banner hanging behind the altar at Eph'phatha..."

Sept. 29, 2000 News Feature by Louis Dubose

Scaling the Pyramid

City moves to reprioritize social service programs in the new year

"...Psychologist Abraham Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs theory states that basic physiological requirements (e.g., food and water) must..."

Oct. 15, 2010 News Feature by Wells Dunbar

The 'Chronicle' Endorsements

Our picks for the Nov. 7 election

"...Early voting in the Nov. 7 general election continues through Nov. 3. As is our custom, the..."

Nov. 3, 2006 News Feature

The 'Chronicle' Endorsements

Our picks for the Nov. 7 election

"...Early voting in the Nov. 7 general election begins this week (Monday, Oct. 23), and as is..."

Oct. 27, 2006 News Feature

The 'Chronicle' Endorsements

Our picks for the Nov. 7 election

"...Early voting in the Nov. 7 general election continues through Nov. 3. As is our custom, the..."

Oct. 20, 2006 News Feature

Keeping Busy

Armendariz moves from the EPA to the Sierra Club, still defending the environment

"...Al Armendariz, Texas' highest environmental official until last spring, moved to Austin this summer..."

Sept. 14, 2012 News Feature by Nora Ankrum

Postmarks

Our readers talk back.

"...Ex-Mayor Cooksey Responds..."

Sept. 20, 2002 Column

Naked City

Headlines and happenings from Austin and beyond

"...doesn't mean we're going to hear their case." – One City Hall wag, after supporters of the Southwest Marketplace..."

Sept. 3, 2004 News Feature by Mike Clark-Madison

A Path Toward Permanent Housing in North Austin

Council approves funding for Espero at Rutland

"...City Council has approved a combination of state housing tax credits,..."

Dec. 25, 2020 News Feature by Austin Sanders

The New M.O. at City Hall

City Manager Marc Ott opens up on his new job, his new city, and his philosophy of governance

"...How might the new city manager's leadership change the direction of Austin? That's been a subject of keen curiosity..."

Aug. 15, 2008 News Feature by Katherine Gregor

Postmarks

Our readers talk back.

"...Irresponsible Endorsements..."

Oct. 25, 2002 Column

Neighbors vs. Neighbors

A profile of the Central Texas struggle over Alcoa Rockdale and its plans for expansionAlcoa announces new "voluntary" emissions reductions.

"...The community meeting, on a warm summer evening in late June, does not..."

July 27, 2001 News Feature by Michael King

Endorsements

"...In Kirk Watson's New Austin, where few things seem permanent except for..."

May 5, 2000 News Feature

Endorsements

"...In Kirk Watson's New Austin, where few things seem permanent except for..."

April 21, 2000 News Feature

Pretty Sneaky

Up to Here

"...illustration by Doug Potter Back on the City Council's agenda..."

Jan. 15, 1999 News Column by Jenny Staff

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