The Ray Wants to Bring Electric Car Charging Stations and Roads to Central Texas

Helping Austin travelers reach the future faster

"...south down MoPac as freezing rain pings on its roof. The car, an electric pickup, is low on charge,..."

April 16, 2021 News Feature by Benton Graham

How Much Will Texas Spend?

The Legislature's conference committee spending proposals

"...joint House and Senate Budget Conference Committee does most of its work behind closed doors. After all, with 10..."

May 21, 2015 News Post by Richard Whittaker

News Ticker: June 5

All the news that's fit to blog

"...solutions for modern living, Amy Simmons opens a can of whoop-ass, and Steve Munisteri reaches out to touch somebody's..."

June 5, 2013 News Post by Brandon Watson

Millions for Propaganda ... Nothing for Women's Health

Texas heavily underwrites anti-abortion centers, while slashing reproductive care

"...To your right, a basket full of free pocket-size Bibles and Christ-centered booklets; to your left,..."

April 17, 2015 News Feature by Mary Tuma

Stars, Bars and Radiator Grills

Texas DMV votes no on Confederate flag license plates

"...Bad luck, Johnny Reb. This morning the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles board rejected a request from..."

Nov. 10, 2011 News Post by Richard Whittaker

The Common Law: Is My New Car a Lemon?

Shedding light on Texas' Lemon Law

"...it back from the shop. I've heard about the Texas Lemon Law, but how do I know if the..."

March 6, 2015 Column by Luke Ellis

The Road to Prop 1

"...March: With the anticipated advent of app-based ride-hailing companies beginning operations in Austin, City Manager..."

May 13, 2016 News Feature

Lege: Here Comes the Culture War

The culture war begins as conservative lawmakers file "religious freedom" bills

"...It wouldn't be another Texas legislative session without a heaping dose of right-wing fear-mongering,..."

Jan. 23, 2015 News Feature by Mary Tuma

Patterson Remark Draws Fire

Land commissioner opens mouth, inserts foot

"...that wanted to continue slavery. In a gaffe reminiscent of President Ronald Reagan saying that SS troopers were victims..."

Oct. 21, 2011 News Feature by Richard Whittaker

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Readers against Starbuckfucking, violence against children and rattlesnakes, and internal combustion engines.

"...to see that you would publish an erroneous article of the caliber written last week by Mike Jasper ["Making..."

Sept. 24, 1999 Column

TxDOT Clocked for Toll Trafficking

Texas Department of Transportation gets tough reception at Sunset Advisory Commission

"...There's nothing like a good dose of public outrage to get state lawmakers tinkering with the..."

July 18, 2008 News Feature by Kimberly Reeves

The Common Law

Front license plate – do I even need it?

"...Yes. Texas is one of 31 states that requires a front..."

Nov. 3, 2017 Column by Luke Ellis

Lege Lines: Kill Bill(s)

Abbott vetoes more than 40 bills

"...have slept in late on Saturday. By the end of a last-minute killing spree, Abbott had put a red..."

June 26, 2015 News Feature by Richard Whittaker

Headlines

"...7. Meanwhile, mayoral and 10-1 candidates are at the official starting gate: Formal filing for office begins Monday, July..."

July 18, 2014 News Feature

Luv Doc Recommends: BCS National Championship at Alamo Ritz

Alamo Drafthouse at the Ritz, Thursday, January 7, 2010

"...Admittedly, Longhorn fans are by far a scarier brand of dork than you will find at most other Austin..."

Jan. 8, 2010 Column by The Luv Doc

Games People Play

Casual gaming's rise opens the doors for players and developers

"...hushed taps on laptop keyboards. Then again, these teams of programmers, graphic designers, and musicians of widely varying expertise..."

Feb. 19, 2010 Screens Feature by James Renovitch

FronteraFest Schedule

"...The foundation of FronteraFest is the Short Fringe, five weeks of performances..."

Jan. 8, 2010 Arts Feature

Walk a Mile, Save a Tire

Pedestrian Coordinator

"...In most cities, it probably wouldn't have been much of a story, but then, this is Austin. Last month,..."

June 14, 1996 News Feature

The Xtreme Solution

APD squad cars will now have 'no-idle' battery packs sufficient to run new video hardware – but did city officials fall for a system too expensive and impractical?

"...night Nathaniel Sanders II was shot by Austin Police Officer Leonardo Quintana, in May 2009, three officers were on-scene...."

Dec. 2, 2011 News Feature by Jordan Smith

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SXSW Diary

"...the last minute. 6:15pm: As those at the front of the line filter their way back - new wristbands..."

March 20, 1998 Column

Naked City

Avid rider Ellis wants drivers to give a wider berth

"...Hoping to address one of the most common causes of bicycle fatalities in Texas,..."

May 20, 2005 News Feature by Daniel Mottola

Naked City

Headlines and happenings from Austin and beyond

"...Quote of the Week "As we start down the stretch, Bell..."

Oct. 6, 2006 News Feature

Naked City

"...Quote of the Week "I thought this was the Year of..."

April 6, 2007 News Feature

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"...the poor living downtown. She advocates booting the homeless off to the Reicher Ranch (out of sight, out of..."

Oct. 9, 1998 Column

The Other Prop. 1

State prop. gets overshadowed by electoral hot topics

"...Currently, what happens is basically that a portion of state gas and oil tax revenue goes into the..."

Sept. 19, 2014 News Feature by Richard Whittaker

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Our readers talk back.

"...similar to the city manager position that the city of Austin has, then the members of the Commissioner's Court..."

March 1, 2002 Column

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Differing takes on Town Lake going Greek; too many zeros for Babich; and the Chronicle film reviewers take another hit.

"...no conversion to a new computer system is free of problems, and ours is no exception. I regret that..."

Oct. 8, 1999 Column

The Carmadillo

Austin's Best New Little Armored Ride

"...was then taught, or rigged, to shoot flames out of its eyes while going 30 mph. A short ride..."

Oct. 17, 2008 Features Feature by Kristine Tofte

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Turner Is Worthy

"...Ms. Turner besides that she threatens the fragile sense of white manhood he has constructed for himself? I have..."

Sept. 25, 1998 Column

APD vs. Cyclists

Cops are cracking down on law-breaking bicyclists

"...your way through Downtown, watch out. The Austin Police Department has its eyes peeled for scofflaw bicyclists who don't..."

Nov. 14, 2008 News Feature by Daniel Mottola

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