Headlines / Quote of the Week

"...Emergency Abortions – Idaho and Texas Think Not: For decades, American hospitals have adhered to..."

April 19, 2024 News Feature

Earth Day, Record Store Day, and More Recommended Events

Go green in a number of ways this week

"...fantastic planet with the largest sustainability event in Central Texas? Featuring Austin-area and beyond businesses showcasing their sustainable and..."

April 19, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Presidential Candidate Cornel West Hosts Music Industry Roundtable at Carver Museum

Sentimental talk invites Bill Callahan and Alphabet Workers Union

"...Nonprofit Austin Texas Musicians organized the discussion. Moderated by the organization’s Advocacy..."

April 17, 2024 Music Post by Carys Anderson

Stick Around, Say Damn: Inside the Cactus Cafe’s Tuesday Open Mic

Songwriters connect under Jake Farr’s ground rules

"...Nestled beside a study lounge in the Texas Union, the Cactus Cafe has been a mecca for..."

April 17, 2024 Music Post by Dina Barrish

Civil War

Stunning near-future drama about combat journalists

"...rebellion is being led by the unified forces of Texas and California. Whatever it is that the president (Offerman)..."

April 12, 2024 Movie Review by Richard Whittaker

Legislators, NAACP, and Professors Condemn UT’s Mass Layoffs

At least 66 people have lost their jobs, and counting

"...At the Texas AFL-CIO headquarters Wednesday evening, legislators, the NAACP, and a..."

April 11, 2024 News Post by Lina Fisher

The Austin Chronic: Former Ag Commissioner Candidate Susan Hays Is Building a Hempcrete House

It’s the first privately owned residence in Austin made of the eco-friendly material

"...In a serene South Austin neighborhood, where the houses are so small compared to the sprawling oak trees..."

April 12, 2024 Column by Kevin Curtin

Headlines / Quote of the Week

"...Republican Joe Straus, who served as the speaker of Texas House from 2009-2019, recently confirmed a widely traveled rumor..."

April 12, 2024 News Feature

Movies, Comedians, Theatre, and More Arts Options for the Week

Get out and get art

"...The Missionary.   – Richard Whittaker “KB Brookins: Freedom House”..."

April 12, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Sentimental Family Band Isn’t Hung Up on the High Times

The softie ex-art-rockers arrive at Austin’s honky-tonk revival

"...Five years after the Chronicle first featured “Austin’s Real-Life Roadhouse,” the dive has undoubtedly increased in popularity, weathered the..."

April 12, 2024 Music Feature by Rachel Rascoe

Day Trips: Tonkawa Falls City Park, Crawford

Historic waterfall is still a prime swimming hole

"...Crawford was once a favored campsite for the native Texas tribe that ranged around Central Texas. Today it is..."

April 12, 2024 Column by Gerald E. McLeod

Exploring the McNeil Crossing Strip Mall

Exceptional forays into Indian and Vietnamese cuisine, plus a short trip to Subway

"...not-long-for-this-world-if-Nalluraj-has-anything-to-say-about-it Goodwill next door, and it has to be Texas’ smallest. But there’s space in here for enough tables..."

April 12, 2024 Food Feature by Taylor Holland

No Beyoncé, Lots of Jelly Roll, and More Takeaways From the CMT Music Awards

Best and worst moments from the ceremony’s uneven Moody Center return

"...Country Music Television channel itself, and the state of Texas. The fan-voted award show, which landed on Sunday night..."

April 8, 2024 Music Post by Rachel Rascoe

First-Ever Appraisal District Election Is Small Battle in GOP-Dem War Over Taxation in Texas

Elected Dem- or GOP-backed candidates would have outsized power over district

"...For the first time ever, voters across Texas will be asked to elect some of the people..."

April 5, 2024 News Feature by Austin Sanders

Project Connect’s Paxton Problem

As new cost estimate and timeline are revealed, the project faces potential delays from the A.G. and a lawsuit

"...Republican state Sen. Paul Bettencourt used it to bolster House Bill 3899, which would have derailed the project if..."

April 5, 2024 News Feature by Lina Fisher

A Drag Tribute, Eclipse Events Galore, and More Local Happenings

Get your glasses and find your totality

"...... for Riot Fair, that is. Tear down the house with host Riot Girl, cast members Titty Androgynous &..."

April 5, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Elizabeth Morris: 100 Years of Memories in Austin

Of back porches, corrupt politicians, and fireworks at Zilker Park

"...quit driving at age 99, soon after selling her house. These days, you can find her keeping up with..."

April 5, 2024 News Feature by Maggie Q. Thompson

Headlines / Quote of the Week

"...vehicles multiple times with precision drone strikes. A White House spokesperson said Tuesday “there is no evidence” the attack..."

April 5, 2024 News Feature

Zoé Tong Is Making Dinner Fun

Modern Chinese restaurant brings to Zilker big flavors, sincere hospitality, and a ballsy refusal to be boxed in

"...don’t mean that the chefs are careless or the front-of-house staff is negligent. Quite the opposite, in fact. But..."

April 5, 2024 Food Feature by Taylor Tobin

Madeleine Leigh, HONK TX, and Eclipse Mania Leads Our Crucial Concerts

Find some sounds to match the celestial sights this week

"...the upcoming Kerrville Folk Festival, absolute hallowed ground for Texas singer-songwriters, arrives a special eclipse weekend. As at the..."

April 5, 2024 Music Feature by Rachel Rascoe

Soundscapes, Bat Books, and More Arts Events for the Week

Things to do when you're not staring at an interloping moon

"...the small screen.” What shows will they choose? Glee? House, M.D.? Smash? The possibilities are nearly endless for a..."

April 5, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Egg Hunts, Trans Visibility, and More Community Events

Meet your fellow Austinites as these goings-on

"...Texas Hold ’Em Beyoncé Mini-Ball/Listening Party..."

March 29, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Neko Case, the Urban Cultural Fest, and More Crucial Concerts

Live sounds for the week ahead

"...more. Find tickets at urbanmusicfest.com.   – Rachel Rascoe Texas Hold ’Em Beyoncé Mini-Ball/Listening Party..."

March 29, 2024 Music Feature by Rachel Rascoe

Headlines / Quote of the Week

"...Paxton’s Problems Go Poof: Ken Paxton is once again..."

March 29, 2024 News Feature

How Austin Transformed Danny Brown

The Detroit wild card on getting his shit together (and finding H-E-B)

"...Brown’s house, in the farthest northern edge of Austin, sits in..."

March 29, 2024 Music Feature by Kevin Curtin

The Verde Report: Austin FC Needs Copa Tejas Now More Than Ever

It’s been six months without a win. Can ATXFC reverse their luck against FC Dallas?

"...Things are beginning to get dire in the House of Verde. After hanging tough against three of last..."

March 29, 2024 Sports Column by Eric Goodman

Beyoncé’s New Album Features a Willie Nelson Collaboration

“Smoke Hour” drops Friday on Cowboy Carter

"...a series of song titles, including previously released singles “Texas Hold ‘Em” and “16 Carriages.” Willie’s name appears under..."

March 27, 2024 Music Post by Carys Anderson

Right-Wing Funded Civitas Institute Is Almost Up and Running at UT-Austin

Classes focused on “liberty” start this fall

"...Dyer’s first day as head of the University of Texas’ School of Civic Leadership, a newly created college tied..."

March 27, 2024 News Post by Kimberly Reeves

Ways to Watch the Total Solar Eclipse in Austin Based on Your Sun Sign

Beer, BBQ, raves, rooftop parties, and calming yoga, to name a few

"...Your fiery, passionate presence makes the party, in our..."

March 26, 2024 Events Post by Christina Garcia

Relays, Rides, and Rasslin' Headline This Week's Community Events

Recommended happenings around town

"...Saturday 23, Your House..."

March 22, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

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