WilCo 'Snit' Writ Large

Fight over whether county commissioners violated the law when they slashed Precinct 1 Constable Gary Griffin's budget moves to 3rd Court of Appeals

"...had been adopted – has moved to the Austin-based 3rd Court of Appeals. Following the Commissioners Court decision, Griffin..."

Nov. 17, 2006 News Feature by Patricia J. Ruland

Final Results for Travis County's March 3 Democratic Primary Election

Numbers ONLY include Travis County voters

"...It's all over now, though the math of delegate allocation and the trickle of mail-in ballots will..."

March 4, 2020 News Post by Mike Clark-Madison

Point Austin: Scenes From an Election Day

A snapshot of one primary day's political doings

"...Texas Independence Day began early, at a breakfast forum hosted..."

March 5, 2010 News Column by Michael King

Believing the Children

In 1992, Fran and Danny Keller were convicted of multiple counts of child sexual abuse at their Oak Hill day care center and sent to prison for 48 years. It's likely they were innocent. Indeed, it's very likely that no crime ever occurred – except an absurd and overzealous prosecution

"...It was the second day of what would be a six-day trial of Keller and..."

March 27, 2009 News Feature by Jordan Smith

Election 2004 Updates

The latest electoral happenings in Central Texas, updated daily

"...The earliest poll closing of the day occurred at Pease Elementary School, where students..."

Oct. 29, 2004 News Feature

Courting the Vote

Three Vie for County Court at Law No.6

"...Jade Meeker..."

March 6, 1998 News Feature by Amy Smith

Headlines

"...Lyft's spending at $8.1 million (with a bullet) facing off against numerous public interest and activist groups hoping to..."

May 6, 2016 News Feature

The Indictment Tango

DeLay's fancy footwork works on TV, but will it keep him out of court?

"...a serious issue. It just seems like this season of Dancing With the Stars will finished before the court..."

Sept. 22, 2009 News Post by Richard Whittaker

TPJ Campaign Complaint Leads Back to WilCo

Texans for Public Justice says Chief Justice Kenneth Law has engaged in illegal fundraising practices – but that's not all

"...On Sept. 17, public interest nonprofit Texans for Public Justice announced it had filed criminal..."

Oct. 3, 2008 News Feature by Patricia J. Ruland

Naked City

Headlines and happenings from Austin and beyond

"...Quote of the Week: "I don't think you'll ever see an..."

Oct. 3, 2003 News Feature by Mike Clark-Madison

The 'Mold Queen' Fights Back

Melinda Ballard beat the insurance companies in court. Now she's carrying her fight to the politicians and the public.

"...Among the many high-profile combatants in the Texas homeowners-insurance wars, Melinda Ballard seems..."

March 21, 2003 News Feature by Jordan Smith

Naked City

An attorney for Lacresha Murray and her grandparents and siblings filed suit in federal court claiming a litany of civil and constitutional violations stemming from Murray's 1996 arrest and subsequent three-year incarceration.

"...Lacresha Murray and her family filed suit in federal court claiming a litany of civil and constitutional violations stemming..."

Sept. 13, 2002 News Feature by Jordan Smith

Did Patterson Violate Judicial Ethics?

Former state Rep. Glen Maxey says Patterson violated code of conduct

"...with the State Commission on Judicial Conduct, arguing that 3rd Court of Appeals Judge Jan Patterson violated judicial ethics..."

Nov. 30, 2009 News Post by Jordan Smith

Point Austin: Top Down, Bottom Up

In a year of crucial elections, we need to be prepared

"...more than a few Republican senators, let alone half of the GOP caucus as required for removal, might defect..."

Jan. 31, 2020 News Column by Michael King

Naked City

Headlines and Happenings from Austin and Beyond

"...Quote of the Week "I never once doubted that if people..."

Feb. 3, 2006 News Feature

The Never-Ending Election Contest

Pressley v. Casar still pending before Supreme Court

"...Almost lost in the mists of time, the 2014 City Council election inaugurated the first..."

June 1, 2018 News Feature by Michael King

Naked City

Beyond City Limits

"...swore in two commissioners and the newly elected mayor of Webberville, which incorporated Feb. 1 after a closely divided..."

March 7, 2003 News Feature

Austin Election Ticker: The Endorsements Begin

Delia Garza’s Twitter tangle, Central Labor Council likes, and more

"...criminal justice reformer Chris Harris (personally, not on behalf of his group Just Liberty) endorsed defense attorney Dominic Selvera..."

Jan. 17, 2020 News Feature by Michael King

Naked City

AISD Drug Search Illegal

"...On May 8 Texas' 3rd Court of Appeals reversed and remanded to district..."

May 23, 2003 News Feature by Jordan Smith

March Primary Election Coverage Live Blog

Travis County awaits Super Tuesday election results

"...It's one of the most momentous elections in Texas history. Who will..."

March 3, 2020 News Post by News Staff

Primary Filings: The Democrats

Breaking down the election filings for the Dems

"...last night, it's clear that there will be plenty of jostling at the top and bottom of the Democratic..."

Jan. 5, 2010 News Post by Richard Whittaker

Naked City

Headlines and happenings from Austin and beyond

"...Quote of the Week: "Just because they brought snacks doesn't mean..."

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

Farmers Insurance: Off the Hook Forever?

Internal memos suggest the insurer frequently mishandled claims -- and the state may not be able to investigate.

"...by the Chronicle, suggest the company has a history of troubling claims-handling practices -- leading to the denial of..."

Dec. 5, 2003 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

"...tried to keep "troublesome" claim files away from state officials investigating the business practices of Farmers and other industry..."

Nov. 14, 2003 News Feature by Jordan Smith

Public Notice: Market Forces vs. Residents – No Surprise Who's Ahead

Corporate investors, short-term rentals squeeze the market

"...the Austin Business Journal reports the market "shows signs of cooling," with the highest available housing inventory (2.1 months'..."

July 22, 2022 News Column by Nick Barbaro

Election Notes

District 6, mobility fits, and complaints of campaign thrift

"...the Money: The award for most masochistic press release of the election cycle goes to Ceasar Ruiz, the Republic­an..."

Oct. 28, 2016 News Feature by Richard Whittaker

A New Era for the Travis County Democratic Party

After years of infighting and a tumultuous election in March, the TCDP must now proceed as one

"...Just after 11pm on the night of this year's primary election, Dyana Limon-Mercado announced to a..."

June 15, 2018 News Feature by Nina Hernandez

Headlines

"...approve the Camelback PUD (now linked to the fate of Champion 3 Tract); and the rezoning of Red Bluff...."

Oct. 19, 2018 News Feature

Headlines

The week's biggest little news blips

"...• Coming back from the four-day Easter weekend, Texas lawmakers enter the final third of the 81st legislative..."

April 17, 2009 News Feature

Opinion: One Year Later, Local Leaders Must Be Bold Despite “Death Star” Law

A San Marcos city council member urges localities to push back on anti-democratic forces and address their communities’ urgent needs

"...This week marks one year since the city of Houston sued the state of Texas to overturn the..."

July 5, 2024 Column by Alyssa Garza

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