What State Police Patrolling Austin Means

Send in the troopers

"...time), the prospect of Gov. Greg Abbott assigning more Texas Department of Public Safety troopers to patrol Austin was..."

March 31, 2023 News Feature by Austin Sanders

Commissioners Court to Decide Next Step in Proposed Public Defender’s Office

May 7 vote scheduled to approve grant proposal to fund new indigent defense office

"...approve and advance a grant proposal to the state-funded Texas Indigent Defense Com­mission that would help underwrite establishing a..."

May 3, 2019 News Feature by Michael King

Plans in Play

The Big Eight

"...will be adopted in July. Campus expansions throughout Central Texas are a major focus. The current 2010-2012 master plan,..."

July 16, 2010 News Feature by Katherine Gregor

Naked City

News briefs from Austin, the region, and elsewhere

"...to get stakeholders together to discuss how to fix Texas' much maligned criminal justice system. On Thursday, members heard..."

Oct. 3, 2008 News Feature

Can the Bands Play On?

The Live Music Task Force tunes up to protect Austin's claim to fame

"...Cole, Wynn also launched in January a separate city initiative, the Live Music Task Force. Its charge: A holistic,..."

July 18, 2008 News Feature by Katherine Gregor

Melanie Sobel's Letter

Former Williamson Co. animal shelter director Melanie Sobel's open letter defending her record and recounting her experiences with Williamson Co. government

"...Williamson County Humane Society, Commissioner Boatright headed up the initiative for the County to build its own shelter. Commissioner..."

July 6, 2007 News Feature

On the Lege

Rose, Dukes rewarded for standing with Craddick

"...to vice chairman. He was also reappointed to Juvenile Justice & Family Issues, which is curiously stacked in favor..."

Feb. 2, 2007 News Column by Amy Smith

Point Austin: A Blueprint for Mental Health

The Mayor's Task Force issues its report, but the real work is yet to come

"...as part of the mayor's "Fittest City in America Initiative" – and the report features the bureaucratic language issued..."

Feb. 4, 2005 News Column by Michael King

Naked City

Off the Desk:

"...daughter of former Gov. Ann Richards and director of Texas Freedom Network, will not run for state Democratic Party..."

May 1, 1998 News Feature

A Fine Mess

Texan Sticks to Guns and Misfires

"...perfect tangle of motive and circumstance. Two University of Texas students try to interest reporters at the student newspaper,..."

Oct. 25, 1996 News Column by Chris Walters

We Have an Issue: Honoring RBG

The stakes have raised even higher for the most consequential election in a lifetime

"...shame that the passing last Friday of Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg was instantly politicized. A champion of..."

Sept. 25, 2020 Column by Kimberley Jones

Brand Upon the Brain

Art and advertising collide in the burgeoning genre of branded documentary

"...Downey, as well as nonprofits like the Clinton Global Initiative and the Chillmark Community Center, each film and "cause-marketing"..."

July 29, 2011 Screens Feature by Josh Rosenblatt

From Courtney, With Love

Students of the World's globe-trotting founder wishes you were here

"...Spence's connections, SOW teamed up with the Clinton Global Initiative, Bill Clinton's partnership-facilitating organization that connects nongovernmental organizations working..."

July 23, 2010 Screens Feature by Kate X Messer

Naked City

Off the Desk:

"...Gonzalez's duties have included implementing the $369 million bond initiative and overseeing personnel matters. The search for a permanent..."

April 17, 1998 News Feature

Potholes and Potshots

"...vows to continue her work in areas of juvenile justice, criminal justice, parks and recreation, and transportation. Along with..."

Feb. 13, 1998 News Feature by Amy Smith

Qmmunity: Setting the Table

Fill up your plate with all sorts of deliciously fun queer Austin events

"...27, at 2pm: Chosen Family, with hosts CupCake and Justice. For the ticket price of $45 you'll get a..."

Nov. 25, 2022 Column by James Scott

Reverse Race-ism

Will a Single-member System Accomplish Its Goal?

"...single-member district, as does the local delegation to the Texas House of Representatives, a seat currently occupied by Dawnna..."

Oct. 10, 1997 News Feature by Nate Blakeslee

Don't Fear the Reefer!

Momentum builds for Lone Star legalization of marijuana

"...District of Colum­bia have done – let alone that Texas follow the lead of Colorado and Washington and legalize..."

March 14, 2014 News Feature by Jordan Smith

'He's Forked Himself'

Our Full conversation with Louis Dubose about 'The Hammer'

"...Majority Leader DeLay, R-Sugar Land, who rose from South Texas oil fields to small pest-control businessman, to Texas state..."

Oct. 29, 2004 News Feature by Michael King

Naked City

Headlines and happenings from Austin and beyond

"...As Envision Central Texas heads down the decades-long path toward implementation of its..."

May 14, 2004 News Feature by Mike Clark-Madison

Naked City

"...– Johnson Co. GOP leader Roy Giddens Jr. defending Texas House candidate Sam Walls to the Fort Worth Star-Telegram...."

April 9, 2004 News Feature by Mike Clark-Madison

Once Upon a Time in Austin

The films, the filmmakers, the crews, the making of a scene

"...May-September 2002: The Texas Chainsaw Massacre (New Line Cinema) P: Michael Bay; D:..."

March 12, 2004 Screens Feature by Louis Black

Postmarks

Our readers talk back.

"...but you could have given me credit for originating Texas rock. I also picked the hit for Roky, "You're..."

Jan. 17, 2003 Column

Naked City

Off the Desk:

"...needs self-discipline and especially a good spanking." -- R.B. Texas vs. International Law..."

Dec. 11, 1998 News Feature

Headlines / Quote of the Week

"...capacities for around 10 years, she opposes the HOME Initiative and has opposed prior efforts by Council to relax..."

Jan. 26, 2024 News Feature

Austin Scientists Focus on Helping AI Do Good

Weighing the pros, cons, and concerns of humanity's future overlords

"...has the potential to revolutionize many industries, and Austin, Texas, is emerging as a hub for AI innovation. The..."

March 10, 2023 News Feature by Benton Graham

Low Turnout, the Fight for Voting Rights, and More Election News

Keep marching on

"...Voting rights are still under threat in Texas, with the Texas Legislature creating brand-new barriers to the..."

Nov. 4, 2022 News Feature by the News Staff

Headlines / Quote of the Week

"...Abortion: Whole Woman's Health, the largest abortion provider in Texas, shuttered its four clinics in the state this week,..."

July 8, 2022 News Feature

Advocates Object to D.A.’s Appointment to Sexual Assault Survivors Task Force

Survivors also calling on lawmakers to intervene following the appointment

"...receiving a copy of Moore’s resignation letter, sent to Texas District and County Attorneys Association President Jarvis Parsons. Moore..."

July 26, 2019 News Feature by Sarah Marloff

News Roundup: Jail, Traffic, & Politics

Video visitation under fire, again; traffic experiments

"...County Correctional Complex (and inmate facilities in 12 other Texas counties) with video-conferencing technology used in place of face-to-face..."

March 30, 2015 News Post by the News Staff

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