The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly of the Upcoming Legislative Session

Lawmakers set to tackle immigration, education, legalization, transportation, and more

"...coming back. Yes, they have to. Will the 86th Texas Legislat­ure be as horrific and hostile as its recent..."

Dec. 14, 2018 News Feature by the News Staff

It's the Stupid Economy

Fact-checking Perry's campaign against Texas' financial realities

"...see what Gov. Rick Perry's election platform will be: Texas, the greatest economy since money was invented. Unfortunately for..."

Aug. 16, 2011 News Post by Richard Whittaker

Bill Would Connect ERCOT to U.S. Electric Grids

Environmental and labor groups support cost-saving bill

"...The bill would connect the Texas grid to the Western Interconnection grid, which includes New..."

Feb. 22, 2024 News Post by Lina Fisher

Chronicle Endorsements for the November 7 Election

Looking for guidance on the ballot's constitutional amendments and county propositions? We got you.

"...Texas already has a broad Right to Farm statute, which..."

Oct. 20, 2023 News Feature

"Strong-Mayor" Proposal Divides Austin's Progressives

Power to the people?

"...deplore, the fact that bureaucratic civil service protections in Texas state law make it impossible to simply fire the..."

March 5, 2021 News Feature by Lina Fisher

Red Team Comeback?

Races south, west of town too close for Democrats' comfort

"...The ultimate goal for Texas Democrats is to flip the Texas House in November..."

Oct. 2, 2020 News Feature by Lina Fisher

Public Notice: The Wrong Way, The Right Way

ALEC, APA two associations with different responses to our challenging times

"...that makes peaceful protests at pipelines a felony in Texas and many other states...."

Aug. 9, 2019 News Column by Nick Barbaro

Sheryl Cole and Chito Vela: The Prize Fight

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

"...me in April. "But it prepared me for the Texas Legislature." [inset-1-right]..."

May 4, 2018 News Feature by Mary Tuma

The Tides of March

Ready for a blue wave in November's midterms? That'll depend on the race.

"...But for Texas progressives it's a struggle to feel hopeful that a..."

Feb. 9, 2018 News Feature by Mary Tuma

State and Local Elections

No new taxes!

"...prides itself on being not like the rest of Texas. That makes statewide constitutional amendments an interesting litmus test:..."

Nov. 6, 2015 News Feature by Richard Whittaker

Then There's This: The Awesome Power of Women

Political group aims to increase voter turnout and so much more

"...Austin lobbyist Bill Miller (a natural go-to source on Texas politics), former congressman and 2006 gubernatorial candidate Chris Bell;..."

Aug. 15, 2014 News Column by Amy Smith

Point Austin: No Choice

When bosses say their hands are tied, handcuffs follow

"...few years ago, the late Milton Friedman visited the Texas Legislature, ostensibly on a humanitarian mission in support of..."

July 1, 2011 News Column by Michael King

'Chronicle' Endorsements

Our recommendations for the March 2 primaries

"...as a whole. That's the broadest task of a Texas governor, and White has demonstrated, on the ground, his..."

Feb. 12, 2010 News Feature by The Chronicle Editorial Board

Stingulus: Rick Perry and the $555 Million He Doesn't Want

Perry's stingy rejection of the stimulus money might backfire

"...reject the $555 million in federal stimulus money that Texas could have claimed for unemployment-insurance funds. Why? The policy..."

March 20, 2009 News Feature by Lee Nichols

Naked City

News briefs from Austin, the region, and elsewhere

"...• The Texas State Employees Union is holding a memorial event this..."

May 23, 2008 News Feature

Supreme Attention

Four candidates and only two open seats in play in high court race

"...In the race for Texas Supreme Court Place 7, two Democrats are competing for..."

Feb. 22, 2008 News Feature by Jordan Smith

Happenings

May 31-June 6

"...TEXAS DEMOCRATIC PARTY TOWN HALL Democrats are invited to share..."

June 1, 2007 News Feature

She's Her Own Grandma

Carole Keeton Strayhorn – what a long strange trip it's been

"...railroad commissioner, to comptroller, and from liberal Democrat (by Texas standards) to conservative Republican, to independent, to who knows..."

July 28, 2006 News Feature by Amy Smith

Naked City

Headlines and happenings from Austin and beyond

"...• The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality directed Austin-based KBDJ LP last..."

Sept. 30, 2005 News Feature

Albuquerque or Bust!

The Texas Senate Democrats make a stand in New Mexico against congressional redistricting.

"...upscale than the Ardmore Holiday Inn, and the 11 Texas Senate Democrats in New Mexico generally favor business attire..."

Aug. 8, 2003 News Column by Michael King

Here Come the Judges -- Again: Round Two for Owen, Pickering

Texas progressives mobilize against federal judicial nominees Priscilla Owen and Charles Pickering

"...Public Justice, of the Bush administration's renomination of former Texas Supreme Court Justice Priscilla Owen to a seat on..."

Jan. 17, 2003 News Feature by Michael King

Mr. Mom

More men are taking time off from work to enjoy fatherhood

"...looking to fund this. Unemployment benefits are only one vehicle."Texas: Business As Usual Is Texas considering heeding Clinton's call?..."

June 30, 2000 News Feature by Jonathan David Carroll

The Fight of His Life

Are Ronney Reynolds' Mayoral Hopes on the Ropes?

"...delivered a standard candidate's kick-off speech in his deepest Texas twang, casting himself as the contender best prepared to..."

Dec. 6, 1996 News Feature by Alex de Marban

Election Aftermath

Bathing in Napalm

"...out with guys in gimme caps down at the Texas AFL-CIO. It was his victory party -- he had..."

Nov. 8, 1996 News Feature

Wendy Davis' Decision to Run for Congress on Hold

CD 21 decision not yet ready for prime time

"...making a formal announcement next week. In addition, the Texas Tribune reported Thursday that a D.C. fundraising event to..."

July 19, 2019 News Post by Michael King

Nancy Pelosi Touts Voting Rights in Eastside Swing

U.S. House speaker stops in Austin to promote new anti-corruption legislation

"...Democratic dignitaries, among them: former state Senator Wendy Davis, Texas AFL-CIO President Rick Levy, former state Rep. Glen Maxey,..."

March 8, 2019 News Feature by Michael King

Sick Leave in Limbo

The waiting room

"...and business groups, represented by right-wing think tank the Texas Public Policy Foundation. This after Travis County Judge Tim..."

Aug. 31, 2018 News Feature by Mary Tuma

Congressional District 21: Center vs. Left?

How flippable is this district?

"...Country/San Antonio carve-out, should be the most "flippable" for Texas Dems – in part because the seat is being..."

May 11, 2018 News Feature by Michael King

Bonus Bill of the Week: Corporations Can't Vote, But Can Make It Rain

Dems seek constitutional overturn for Citizens United

"...Resolution 21. This pair of measures propose that the Texas Legislature call on the US Congress to propose a..."

Jan. 13, 2013 News Post by Richard Whittaker

Headlines

"...been the 75th birthday of the late Barbara Jordan, Texas' first black senator and the first Southern black woman..."

Feb. 25, 2011 News Feature

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