Clouds Over Dripping Springs

As the pressure for growth continues, Dripping Springs residents question the role of city government insiders

"...theme in the former sanctuary is not religion but ethics -- a subject made all the more complex because..."

Feb. 22, 2002 News Feature by Amy Smith

Then There's This: The 'Witch Hunt' of a Commissioner

Auditor's report could have a chilling effect on city boards and commissions

"...a City Council appointee on the Zero Waste Advisory Commission, or ZWAC...."

May 30, 2014 News Column by Amy Smith

Capitol Chronicle

The Lege battle over ethics covers a multitude of sins -- and hidden agendas.

"...bill under consideration, HB 1606. This was the omnibus ethics bill carried by Dallas Democrat Steve Wolens that, shedding..."

June 6, 2003 News Column by Michael King

Dukes and Money

Questions persist about Rep. Dukes' finances

"...(who has served on the city of Austin's Planning Commission), is suing Dukes' firm and ProArts Collective for $9,093.24..."

Feb. 29, 2008 News Feature by Richard Whittaker

Naked City

"...opposition from the Downtown Austin Alliance, the city's Design Commission has asked city staff to halt its effort to..."

June 7, 2002 News Feature by Lauri Apple

Naked City

"...The Austin Arts Commission voted unanimously Monday night to restart the process of..."

Feb. 15, 2002 News Feature by Lauri Apple

Postmarks

Our Free Radio coverage generates some audio radiance, and more.

"...Thank you for the cover story on the Texas Film Commission in your last issue ["Thirty Years on..."

June 29, 2001 Column

Naked City

Expensive Education for T.A.B.

"...lawsuits in state district court alleging violation of campaign ethics laws by the Texas Association of Business. According to..."

Nov. 29, 2002 News Feature by Michael King

Naked City

"...of the Week "There is no term limit for Texas governor, and that's why people should be horrified." –..."

Oct. 13, 2006 News Feature

Whack-a-Pol!

Dems come out swinging at Austin's GOP House freshmen

"...Travis Co. voters were carrying the entire weight of Texas on their shoulders. That's to be expected when your..."

Oct. 22, 2004 News Feature by Amy Smith

Craddick Under Siege

Speaker's race gets curiouser and curiouser

"...The Speaker Statute – the section of Texas law governing campaign expenditures by and for the House..."

Feb. 22, 2008 News Feature by Richard Whittaker

Lotto Madness?

Former Texas Lottery Commission employee sues commission, alleging he lost his job because he alerted the Texas Legislature to security and ethics breaches, as well as to a cover-up in which employees 'are bullied into silence'

"...lottery, sure, but does the lottery play people? Former Texas Lottery Commission employee Shelton Charles thinks so...."

Sept. 15, 2006 News Feature by Patricia J. Ruland

Endorsements

"...rather than "politician" and you can't blame them. In Texas, the election is probably going to be devastating. George..."

Oct. 16, 1998 News Feature by the Editorial Staff

Dame Todos!

Act II: The Mayor's New Career

"...In the article, Todd promises compliance with the city's ethics ordinance, and says he won't participate in projects involving..."

July 19, 1996 News Feature by Alex de Marban

Dewhurst Plays in the Sunshine

Lieutenant governor pushes recorded votes, other open-gov initiatives

"...contracts, and an expanded C-SPAN-style of television programming for Texas government...."

Dec. 10, 2004 News Feature by Lee Nichols

A 'Culture of Excellence' at UT Inc.

The Commission of 125 report calls for a first-class (and blue-chip) university

"...that's how the 218 Texans on the confusingly named Commission of 125 described their vision for the University of..."

Oct. 8, 2004 News Feature by Rachel Proctor May

Paxton Faces SEC Charges

Federal civil suit filed over tech firm investment scam

"...against Attorney General Ken Paxton: The Securities and Exchange Commission has filed a federal civil case against him...."

April 11, 2016 News Post by Richard Whittaker

Persecuting Judge Sharon Keller

Keller says case against her highlights injustice in system. No joke.

"...lawyer wrote in a brief filed with the State Commission on Judicial Conduct...."

June 9, 2010 News Post by Jordan Smith

News Top Tens

"...Top 10 Legislature Stories1) The Texas Redistricting Massacre: Whatever the final outcome, the 78th will..."

Jan. 2, 2004 News Feature

Austin at Large: Steve Adler, Scandal Machine

The ex-mayor not only can afford, but has earned, the right to swat away pesky flies

"...case and filed criminal complaints against Adler with the Texas Ethics Com­mission and with County Attorney Delia Garza, on..."

Jan. 13, 2023 News Column by Mike Clark-Madison

Naked City

"...Tom Craddick say they've resolved a monetary crisis for Texas community colleges caused by Perry's June veto of health-benefits..."

Oct. 26, 2007 News Feature

Campaign Reform, On the Air

A new TV ad urges citizens to help 'clean up Texas politics'

"...CFP to "drive people to our Web site" – www.cleanuptexaspolitics.com – and encourage them to get involved in organizing..."

Oct. 1, 2004 News Feature by Michael King

10-1 Ticker...

Election updates!

"...Ireland's campaign has filed a complaint with the city's Ethics Com­mission, charging opponent Fred McGhee with violating the campaign..."

Sept. 5, 2014 News Feature

An Ethical Pecan to Crack

Former City Council Member Brewster McCracken hits a Pecan Street Project roadblock

"...Pecan Street Project. But an unanticipated conflict with city ethics rules suddenly blocked him last week from taking his..."

Aug. 14, 2009 News Feature by Katherine Gregor

Cop Who Killed Mike Ramos Wants Trial Moved to Deep-Red County

Supporters: judge’s ex-husband, Alex Jones-connected attorney

"...The change of venue motion Taylor’s defense attorneys filed..."

July 28, 2023 News Post by Maggie Quinlan

Headlines

"...› The Texas House is adjourned until 2pm on Thursday, July 18..."

July 19, 2013 News Feature

Consider 'The Source': Crisis Pregnancy Center Transforms Into Women's Health Program Provider

If Planned Parenthood's out, are CPCs in?

"...As the state rolls out its revised Texas Women's Health Program, a central question remains: how to..."

Sept. 21, 2012 News Post by Jordan Smith

Naked City

Headlines and happenings from Austin and beyond

"...latest attempt to (yet again) ban same-sex marriages in TexasHeadlines• Senate leaders jumped ship last Tuesday on plans to..."

May 20, 2005 News Feature by Lee Nichols

Wallet and Spirit

Sickbed Fortune

"...(the Express-News recently upped that figure by $55 million). Texas Monthly has listed him among the 100 richest people..."

Jan. 29, 1999 News Feature by Debbie Nathan

Election Ticker: The March Toward March 3

Campaign finance numbers set Senate and congressional candidates ahead, leave others in the dust

"...congressional campaigns have been posted to the Federal Election Commission website, creating a little more grist for the "Who's..."

Feb. 7, 2020 News Feature by Michael King

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