Wheat, Chaff Intact in Sheriff's Race

The seven candidates to replace Margo Frasier show few differences at forum

"...of topics – from handling homeland security to improving union relations – and then fielded a final zinger posed..."

Jan. 30, 2004 News Feature by Jordan Smith

Naked City

Headlines and happenings from Austin and beyond

"...report under wraps, as the city and its police union take their long-running conflict up a notch (and the..."

Dec. 19, 2003 News Feature by Mike Clark-Madison

'Something Went Wrong'

Six months after he was killed by an Austin cop, Jessie Owens' family still wants some basic answers

"...police his department, about the role of the police union in setting the city's priorities. And, most of all,..."

Dec. 12, 2003 News Feature by Jordan Smith

Naked City

The winner of the district's union election is a foregone conclusion

"...the district administration. The mail ballot, sent to all employees and due Dec. 8, asks voters to choose between..."

Nov. 28, 2003 News Feature by Michael King

Naked City

Breaking news from Austin, the region, and elsewhere

"...for anti-war groups at City Hall during the Bush state visit..."

Nov. 21, 2003 News Feature by Mike Clark-Madison

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The 'Chronicle' Sells Out, Again; Go Ahead, Lament Us; Table of Contents Not Useful on Page 4; Envision a Correct Map; Fair Reporting on Police

"...I trust anyone who is trying to "Envision Central Texas" when they label Oak Hill as Dripping Springs and..."

Nov. 7, 2003 Column

The Hightower Report

Unions come together for national energy independence; and Bush stifles dissent.

"...a proposal that has been put together by 10 unions, including steelworkers, auto workers, mine workers, service employees, machinists,..."

Oct. 24, 2003 News Column by Jim Hightower

The Common Law

I got laid off from my job more than three weeks ago. How can I get my old boss to pay me without a big hassle?

"...The "Texas Payday Law" states that your employer must pay you..."

Oct. 17, 2003 Column by Luke Ellis

Capitol Chronicle

In the Bush era, Labor Day gives little cause for celebration

"...as President Bush traveled to Ohio, dressed himself in union drag, and explained that he would continue to create..."

Sept. 5, 2003 News Column by Michael King

Short Cuts

The Austin film community activates its turbo boosters.

"...12, 4pm, at the Alamo Drafthouse Downtown (409 Colorado). Texas straight shooter (and Chronicle columnist) Jim Hightower will be..."

Sept. 5, 2003 Screens Column by Marc Savlov

Naked City

Beyond City Limits

"...much BSEACD can do. (On a brighter note, the state has since granted Ruby Ranchers a public hearing on..."

Aug. 1, 2003 News Feature by Mike Clark-Madison

Naked City

Headlines

"...is mighty special, there is no reason that the Texas Senate has to adopt special rules just for him."..."

Aug. 1, 2003 News Feature by Mike Clark-Madison

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"...people living in those five counties. According to the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, high levels of ozone can..."

June 20, 2003 Column

The Hightower Lowdown

Health care fight proves that The People can prevail; and what happened to Ranger George?

"...a $20 billion provision to provide emergency aid for states that are grappling daily with our nation's growing health..."

June 13, 2003 News Column by Jim Hightower

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"...Chronicle -- Finish the Story -- and Unionize!..."

May 2, 2003 Column

How Can Wynn Lose?

The mayoral odds are with Wynn, but could a run-off be a race?

"...if he were running for, say, county judge or state rep. -- a partisan race lasting nine months, without..."

April 25, 2003 News Feature by Mike Clark-Madison

Day Trips

"...but disappeared from the rolling hills of the West Texas prairie...."

Feb. 28, 2003 Column by Gerald E. McLeod

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"...Texas Monthly..."

Feb. 21, 2003 Column

Naked City

Headlines

"...A busy week for the State Board of Education, which adopted social studies textbooks (see..."

Nov. 22, 2002 News Feature

Weak at the Knee?

Chief Stan Knee's tenure at the APD has had many external successes, and several internal failures.

"...subsequently filed against Cates, along with a handful of state misdemeanor charges, including official oppression...."

Oct. 25, 2002 News Feature by Jordan Smith

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"...by SXSW. Ms. Love made international press with her statements on artists' rights and insights into the shaky state..."

Oct. 11, 2002 Column

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"...-- moving its place of incorporation from the United States to Bermuda to avoid paying U.S. taxes. In fact,..."

Sept. 13, 2002 Column

Corrections Officers Demand Raise

The Travis County Sheriff's Officers Association is fighting for a fair pay raise for all sheriff's office employees -- particularly corrections officers.

"...for a fair pay raise for all sheriff's office employees -- particularly corrections officers. Last year's budget completely overlooked..."

Aug. 23, 2002 News Feature by Jordan Smith

Teachers Need Money, Too

Austin Independent School District Superintendent Pat Forgione unveiled highlights from the preliminary 2002-2003 district budget Aug. 5, sparking angry dissent from the local teacher's union.

"...Aug. 5, sparking angry dissent from the local teacher's union. The district's been dealt a "tough deck," Forgione said,..."

Aug. 9, 2002 News Feature by Jordan Smith

Voters for Business Candidates

"...Board is desperate for help fixing it. (This week, Texas Comptroller Carole Keeton Rylander will begin conducting an audit..."

June 7, 2002 News Feature by Cathy Vaughan

Naked City

The Screwed Can't Sue

"...In a decision handed down May 30, the Texas Supreme Court unanimously ruled that employers can settle workplace..."

June 7, 2002 News Feature by Jordan Smith

The Hightower Lowdown

Wal-Mart cares about its employees -- especially the dead ones; giving the finger to corporations could cost you your privacy; and Tattered Cover stands up for its customers' rights.

"...Wal-Mart loves its employees so much that it takes out life insurance on..."

May 24, 2002 News Column by Jim Hightower

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"...the city attorney's office to lobby the secretary of state to help her and Daryl overturn term limits. When..."

May 3, 2002 Column

May 4 Election

It's time to pick ACC Board members again.

"...assigning a special weight to this year's election. Her statement reflects the mood of a college community -- 35,000..."

April 26, 2002 News Feature by Cathy Vaughan

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"...courses, especially in the sciences, and the University of Texas had real concerns over the consistency of what was..."

March 22, 2002 Column

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