Eastside Residents Decry Cluster of Rock Crushers

TCEQ says it’s out of their hands

"...Just months after the Texas Commission on Environ­ment­al Quality granted Ranger..."

Sept. 29, 2023 News Feature by Lina Fisher

TCEQ OKs Rock and Concrete Crushing Cluster in East Austin

Meanwhile, Lege may make it harder for residents with health concerns to weigh in

"...Dog's Head, a stretch of far East Austin's extraterritorial jurisdiction nestled in a bend of the Colorado River between..."

May 26, 2023 News Feature by Lina Fisher

Tensions Rise Ahead of Meeting on Zilker Plan

Dazed and confused over Zilker

"...As the Zilker Vision Plan nears its City Council vote, slated for July..."

May 19, 2023 News Feature by Lina Fisher

How a Small Town Has Fared as a Microchip Factory Brings in Billions

Has Taylor, TX, become Boomtown, TX?

"...Brandt Rydell, the mayor of Taylor, Texas, traces his family's roots in the area back to..."

April 28, 2023 News Feature by Abe Asher

Texas Environmental Penalties Are Increasing

Time for tougher regulation

"...Just two days after a public hearing in Bastrop considering a permit application from Elon Musk's Boring Co. to..."

March 31, 2023 News Feature by Lina Fisher

These Anti-Trans, Border, and Water Bills Gained Steam This Week

Making moves in the Lege this week ...

"...Outside, on the steps of our grand Capitol, hundreds of LGBTQ+..."

March 24, 2023 News Feature by Maggie Q. Thompson

Rep. Vikki Goodwin, HD 47

“... Actually figuring out solutions to our epidemic of gun violence”

"...Rep. Vikki Goodwin, who's served on both the Environ­mental Regulation and the Homeland Security &..."

Jan. 6, 2023 News Feature by Lina Fisher

Violet Crown Amphitheater Plans Proceed With “Some Changes”

It's been a rocky road for the planned development off Highway 71

"...The Violet Crown Amphitheater, a planned development including condos, offices, and a 20,000-plus-capacity music venue off Highway 71..."

July 1, 2022 News Feature by Lina Fisher

Austin at Large: Making Good Trouble on I-35

America’s infrastructure systems are broken, but TxDOT has gone the extra mile

"...as a campaign operative – the 2006 Central Library bond and the 2012 Central Health/UT Dell Medical School tax..."

Jan. 28, 2022 News Column by Mike Clark-Madison

Young People Power Texas Climate Plan

House Democrats package 41 bills to protect the environment

"...Texas is not known for its positive contributions to the..."

April 30, 2021 News Feature by Lina Fisher

Austin Leans in Hard to Change TxDOT’s Mind on I-35

The road not taken

"...As questions, concerns, and cries for help from thousands of Austinites,..."

April 2, 2021 News Feature by Mike Clark-Madison

Over Massive Opposition, State OKs Landfill

Travis County, nearby residents seek to overturn TCEQ decision to allow new ACL transfer station

"...The Texas Commission on Environ­ment­al Quality has approved the development of..."

June 12, 2020 News Feature by Victoria Rossi

When Did the Single-Family Home Go From Being the American Dream to an Urbanist Nightmare?

One policy wonk's view of how we got here

"...Well, Austin is once again locked in one of our emotionally brutal and..."

Feb. 7, 2020 News Feature by Daryl Slusher

Zilker Park: Paved Paradise, or Vice Versa

When is a parking lot not a parking lot? When it’s next to the beloved park.

"...On Wednesday, June 6, the Environmental Com­mis­sion plans to take..."

June 1, 2018 News Feature by Chase Hoffberger

Headlines

"...proposed land development code overhaul – will be released on Monday, Feb. 12; Austinites should soon receive information about..."

Feb. 9, 2018 News Feature

Council: They Bring Their Ukes Along

Today at City Council: It's gonna be a long one

"...particular territory – the city of Austin will be one step closer to having a new, permanent city manager..."

Dec. 8, 2017 News Feature by Michael King

Lege Lines: Don’t Blame the Death Worm

The Texas House wants to kill off "film incentives"

"...Hyperconservatives like Matt Shaheen hate incentives. During last week's House..."

April 14, 2017 News Feature by Richard Whittaker

Hold That Wastewater!

Effluent flows could cripple three local endangered species

"...Despite a pending application by the City of Drip­ping Springs to the Texas..."

March 10, 2017 News Feature by Michael King

EPA Raises Questions About Dripping Springs Wastewater

Opinions differ on Onion Creek water standards

"...Onion Creek may yet dodge the bullet – more precisely,..."

Dec. 16, 2016 News Feature by Michael King

Public Notice: Planning for Affordability

Council tackles thorny zoning cases

"...(Thu. Sept. 22) are the first and last items on the zoning agenda: starting with the controversial Lenox Oaks..."

Sept. 23, 2016 News Column by Nick Barbaro

District 4: The Long Shots

Challengers face tough road against well-funded incumbent

"...than eight candidates, and ended in a December run-off, won by former Workers Defense Project staffer Greg Casar. Now..."

Aug. 26, 2016 News Feature by Michael King

Public Notice: A Tale of Two PUDs

It's not too soon to aim for green space

"...in July, because they're really putting in overtime this month. Along with multiple budget work sessions and public hearings,..."

Aug. 28, 2015 News Column by Nick Barbaro

Cemetery Master Plan Inches Closer to Life

Boards & commissions pass graveyard draft

"...Austin's cemeteries are one step closer to securing their future, as the city's..."

July 3, 2015 News Feature by Richard Whittaker

Climbing Mount Compost

Austin's next big zero-waste project is feeding nature's recycling program

"...are as warm as 160 degrees, microorganisms are feeding on nitrogen- and carbon-rich organic matter and slow-cooking it into..."

April 24, 2015 News Feature by Robyn Ross

Lege Lines: The Score

How the 83rd did on water infrastructure, the budget, education, the environment, and transportation

"...a range of legislative issues of particular interest to Chronicle readers. As part of our ongoing coverage, here's a..."

June 14, 2013 News Feature by Brandon Watson

Headlines

"...› In one of the stranger AISD board meetings Monday night (call..."

April 5, 2013 News Feature

Drought, Heat, Fires ... Repeat

The plague of wildfires reflect conditions beyond a temporary drought

"...There is little doubt that the recent Central Texas fires have left deep scars on the ecology and..."

Sept. 16, 2011 News Feature by Richard Whittaker

Civics 101

"...taxes and utility rates. 4pm. Council chambers, 301 W. Second. www.cityofaustin.org...."

Sept. 2, 2011 News Feature

Fayette, Don't Spray It

Enviros target LCRA with potential lawsuit over Clean Air Act violations

"...Three environmental groups announced last week their "intent to sue" the..."

July 23, 2010 News Feature by Nora Ankrum

Naked City

News briefs from Austin, the region, and beyond

"...Money for Mother Nature..."

July 16, 2010 News Feature

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