SCOTUS Blocked Shackles in Court. What About Jail Cell Hearings in Austin?

Bail hearings in confinement are common in Travis County

"...Court proceedings with defendants in locked cells are the norm in Russia...."

April 22, 2024 News Post by Maggie Q. Thompson

Point Austin: Trials of Our Would-Be Rulers Highlight the Limits of American Justice

In Trump and Paxton trials, the rules don’t apply

"...bring back his column whenever he’s inspired to tackle the state we’re in...."

April 19, 2024 News Post by Michael King

VIDEO: Travis County Violating Rights by Barring Attorneys From Bail Hearings, ACLU Claims

Virtual hearings at times conducted through slots in jail cell doors

"...The judge and the jailer spoke over Zoom, the laptop..."

April 19, 2024 News Feature by Maggie Q. Thompson

Are All These New Smaller Houses Gonna Be Airbnbs?

It's on Council's to-do list, as city awaits lawsuit ruling

"...It’s possible that some homeowners may choose to utilize the changes Council is considering to add a property to..."

April 19, 2024 News Feature by Austin Sanders

County Rushes to Get Mental Health Diversion Center and Lawyers at Bail Hearings

Commissioners say both are top priorities

"...At the same time, due to a new ACLU lawsuit, the..."

April 16, 2024 News Post by Lina Fisher

Judge Recommends Melissa Lucio’s Death Sentence Be Overturned

Agreement between judge, D.A., defense supports her innocence

"...A South Texas judge is recommending that the death sentence of Melissa Lucio, convicted in 2008 of..."

April 16, 2024 News Post by Brant Bingamon

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

"...It’s become increasingly dubious since 2020 whether or not Austin’s major transit overhaul, Project Connect, will..."

April 5, 2024 News Feature by Lina Fisher

Another Hays County Jail Inmate Fears Losing Use of Limb as He Waits for Medical Care

After a bone break, he wants a second surgery

"...been repeatedly accused of providing inadequate medical care to their inmates in recent years. In August of 2022, the..."

April 5, 2024 News Feature by Brant Bingamon

Free Will Astrology

Your weekly horoscope, April 5-11

"...– inspire a deeper and more durable experience of the sacred than contentment does.” I disagree. I know for..."

April 5, 2024 Column by Rob Brezsny

Headlines / Quote of the Week

"...Poof: Ken Paxton is once again avoiding a jury trial on corruption charges. The attorney general cut a deal..."

March 29, 2024 News Feature

Wanna See the Season 3 Premiere of Industry Early? Better Get Yourself to ATX TV Festival.

Austin fest will also premiere Julio Torres’ new HBO show Fantasmas

"...It’s been 18 extremely long months since the symphonically fucked up baby investment bankers of Industry have..."

March 27, 2024 Screens Post by Kimberley Jones

SXSW Film Review: An Army of Women

Rousing doc about survivors is a potent call to action

"...In 2018, when the City of Austin, Travis County, and Austin Police Department..."

March 13, 2024 Screens Post by Alejandra Martinez

The Austin Chronic: Notorious Lawyer Adam Reposa Gets Raided For Running an Illegal Dispensary

“I want to go to prison,” he claims, but no charges have been filed

"...When there are questions surrounding the broad interpretation of laws or..."

March 15, 2024 Column by Kevin Curtin

Headlines / Quote of the Week

"...Cornyn to Lead the Senate? Republicans are set to replace Mitch McConnell as..."

March 1, 2024 News Feature

The Austin Chronic – New to the Texas Medical Market: RSO Products and Delicious Chocolate

Texas Original expands with full-spectrum edibles

"...In the modern world of edibles, it’s easy to sleep on..."

March 1, 2024 Column by Kevin Curtin

Headlines / Quote of the Week

"...More Border “Security”: Gov. Greg Abbott announced the state is building an 80-acre base camp in Eagle..."

Feb. 23, 2024 News Feature

New Evidence Suggests Ivan Cantu’s Innocence, But Will Anyone Stop His Execution?

85,000 petitioners and celebrities are behind him

"...Texas from killing death row inmate Ivan Cantu. Prejean, the famed death penalty opponent, joined MoveOn.org in a virtual..."

Feb. 23, 2024 News Feature by Brant Bingamon

José Garza, Jeremy Sylestine Vie for District Attorney

Travis County residents have a D.A. decision

"...Margaret Moore in 2020 was a landmark moment for the criminal justice reform movement in Austin. Now, he faces..."

Feb. 23, 2024 News Feature by Austin Sanders

Cassette Roulette, Some Bitchcraft, and More Arts Events

Get arty this week with our recommended happenings

"...One of the most innovative dance companies ever to move through Austin’s..."

Feb. 23, 2024 Arts Feature by Wayne Alan Brenner

Reservation Dogs Star Devery Jacobs to be Honored at ATX TV Festival

Horror powerhouse duo Mike Flanagan and Kate Siegel also at fest

"...impact as a staff writer and episode director on the show. That's why ATX TV Festival has just announced..."

Feb. 21, 2024 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Dev Patel Swings Into South by Southwest With Monkey Man World Premiere

Fest gets new docs on Stormy Daniels, Alex Jones, and Jon Bon Jovi

"...TV Festival schedule is packed with big releases like The Fall Guy and Road House, but now it's added..."

Feb. 7, 2024 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Headlines / Quote of the Week

"...stop Texas from blocking Border Patrol agents from reaching the river in Eagle Pass, the U.S. Department of Homeland..."

Feb. 2, 2024 News Feature

How Driving Somebody From One Texas City to Another Can Turn Into a Prison Sentence

Rides from hell, thanks to Texas’ immigration law

"...high school and plan to pursue a secondary degree. The future is a mix of hopefulness and uncertainty. Money..."

Feb. 2, 2024 News Feature by Benton Graham

The Debate Over How and Whether to Jail Kids in Austin Is Just Getting Started

Travis County proposes a new facility to hold kids accused of crimes

"...life. Wallace was arrested six weeks later, taken to the Gardner Betts Juvenile Justice Center, and held on suspicion..."

Jan. 26, 2024 News Feature by Brant Bingamon

Headlines / Quote of the Week

"...Deputy Chief Development Officer Lyn Estabrook announced last week. The project is part of the airport's $164 million expansion..."

Jan. 19, 2024 News Feature

Public Defender Warns City’s Proposed First Hearing Process Circumvents Critical Processes

APD's virtual magistration proposal still isn't fully fleshed out

"...The Austin Police Department continues to pursue a proposal that..."

Jan. 12, 2024 News Feature by Austin Sanders

South by Southwest Falls for Ryan Gosling With The Fall Guy World Premiere

3 Body Problem, more announced for 2024 festival

"...South by Southwest audiences have seen the artier side of Ryan Gosling with films like the..."

Jan. 10, 2024 SXSW Post by Richard Whittaker

Request Denied: Paxton Will Be Questioned Under Oath Despite Delay Tactics

He's still pushing to limit questioning, though

"...of a Travis County judge’s ruling ordering depositions in the ongoing whistleblower lawsuit that led to his impeachment earlier..."

Dec. 29, 2023 News Post by Lina Fisher

Killer of Unarmed Immigrant Gets a Unique Sentence

He'll spend victim’s next 10 birthdays behind bars

"...Terry Turner has received his sentence for killing unarmed..."

Dec. 18, 2023 News Post by Brant Bingamon

Point Austin: Ken Paxton’s Top 10 Follies This Year

How was Ken’s year? Just impeachy.

"...bring back his column whenever he’s inspired to tackle the state we’re in...."

Dec. 14, 2023 News Post by Michael King

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