You Be the Judge

Sex, lies, and politics in the 331st District Court

"...they are far apart in their status within the Travis County party establishment, and in their opinions of the..."

March 2, 2018 News Feature by Nina Hernandez

Road Ahead Murky After Voter ID Ruling

County says ruling won't impact November elections

"...ID law. The state of Texas was appealing a 2014 ruling by U.S. District Judge Nelva Gonzales Ramos (see..."

Aug. 14, 2015 News Feature by Richard Whittaker

New Name, Same Game

S-Comm's end hasn't lessened the fear of deportation for Travis County's immigrants

"...On Nov. 20, 2014, Homeland Security Sec­retary Jeh Johnson announced, "The..."

July 10, 2015 News Feature by Tony Cantú

Then There's This: The Race For Campaign Cash

County Judge and Pct. 2 Commissioner's races don't come cheap

"...long time to go without a competitive race for Travis County judge, but incumbent Sam Biscoe's pending exit has..."

July 19, 2013 News Column by Amy Smith

WilCo 'Snit' Writ Large

Fight over whether county commissioners violated the law when they slashed Precinct 1 Constable Gary Griffin's budget moves to 3rd Court of Appeals

"...The fight over whether Williamson County commissioners violated the law when they slashed Precinct 1..."

Nov. 17, 2006 News Feature by Patricia J. Ruland

Naked City

Headlines and happenings from Austin and beyond

"...of the Week "They think God sent them here not to pay any taxes, and by God, they want..."

March 31, 2006 News Feature

Finding a New D.A.

The Dem primary race turns from a default succession into a three-way wrestling match

"...Travis County has seen two district attor­neys since 1977. From..."

Jan. 22, 2016 News Feature by Chase Hoffberger

Partisan Races

Looking at the statewide, legislative, and county ballot

"...Governor: Wendy Davis..."

Oct. 17, 2014 News Feature by The Chronicle Editorial Board

Endorsement Wars

Flying accusations about deception and intimidation make for two very controversial primary races.

"...very tight local races show that political endorsements are not always as straightforward as "vote for X!"..."

March 8, 2002 News Feature by Lee Nichols

Keel: The Real Deal

He's No Andy Griffith

"...Travis County Sheriff Terry Keel recently bragged about the time..."

Nov. 10, 1995 News Feature

Postmarks

Our readers talk back.

"...Safe Homes for Kids..."

Feb. 15, 2002 Column

A Safe Place?

Parties, alcohol, and attitudes are contributing to a high number of sexual assaults in Austin

"...assaults were reported to the Austin Police Department and Travis County Sheriff's Office alone, however, both advocates and law..."

Sept. 25, 2015 News Feature by Sarah Marloff

From the Archive: Welcome to Chaos

Originally published on Nov. 12, 1993: ATCEMS saves lives every day, but the stresses of the job have high costs

"...This feature was originally published on Nov. 12, 1993...."

May 8, 2015 News Feature by Raoul Hernandez

Willful Ignorance

How common is police abuse of force? We don't want to know.

"...the killing of Missouri teenager Brown on Aug. 9, 2014, that the long-simmering issue of police brutality would come..."

Feb. 27, 2015 News Feature by Amy Kamp

Who Killed Stacey Stites?

A re-examination of a Bastrop murder case leaves many unanswered questions.

"...In May of 1998, a Bastrop County jury convicted Bastrop resident Rodney Reed of the murder..."

May 24, 2002 News Feature by Jordan Smith

Confounded Constable

County Judge Sam Biscoe Wins a Bureaucratic & Political Battle With Constable Bruce Elfant.

"...The routine business of a county constable's office can be as dull as cobwebs...."

Feb. 1, 2002 News Feature by Amy Smith

Trial of APD Officer Will Be One of the Most Consequential in Austin History

Here’s what it could mean for our city and for how law enforcement is held accountable

"...complex located at 2601 S. Pleasant Valley, on April 24, 2020, cellphone footage of the incident recorded by bystanders..."

Oct. 20, 2023 News Feature by Austin Sanders

Breaking the Chain

Troubling questions persist in the Rodney Reed / Stacey Stites murder case.

"...Appeals denied the writ of habeas corpus appeal of 34-year-old Rodney Reed, convicted and sentenced to death in 1998..."

March 1, 2002 News Feature by Jordan Smith

Pressley Ups the Ante

Defeated Council candidate now claims “thousands” of uncertain votes

"...election of City Council Member Greg Casar, defeated District 4 candidate Laura Pressley alleges that enough votes were suppressed..."

March 11, 2015 News Post by Michael King

Point Austin: The Supremes Bail Out

Court ruling lets Voting Rights Act live for another day

"...the Voting Rights Act case initially filed by the Northwest Austin Municipal Utility District No. 1 (better known in..."

June 26, 2009 News Column by Michael King

Naked City

Texans for Public Justice criticizes a longstanding recruitment practice of big law firms -- paying hiring bonuses and other benefits to Supreme Court clerks who agree to join the firms after their clerkships.

"...fire chief") at the Texas Supreme Court, and he's none too happy at the moment. Among his jobs is..."

Feb. 9, 2001 News Feature by Michael King

Council Watch

City Council considers status of various development-related lawsuits in executive sessions.

"...This week, during yet another slow spell, let's take a look at another front..."

Oct. 22, 1999 News Column by Jenny Staff Johnson

Politics Top 10

Top Ten Political Stories

"...from office in 1997, last spring Mayor Bruce Todd announced the formation of a new marketing alliance called Todos,..."

Jan. 10, 1997 News Feature

Police Chief Deposition Sheds Light on Daniel Perry Case, APD Shake-Ups

Strained relations between Austin Police officers, leadership at center of Joseph Chacon's deposition

"...on strained relations between police officers, APD leadership, and Travis County District Attorney José Garza...."

Oct. 29, 2021 News Feature by Brant Bingamon

Broken News

Times Warner's struggling news channel lashes out at defectors

"...chances are you don't even watch News 8, the 24-hour cable news network run by Time Warner that debuted..."

July 14, 2000 News Feature by Erica C. Barnett

Not Keen on Green

Enviros: Bristol and Biscoe Don't Cut It

"...March 10 primaries, and the two front-runners in the county judge race are scrambling to rally support from the..."

Feb. 13, 1998 News Feature by Amy Smith

Voting by Mail in Texas: Where Things Stand

The law, and the lawsuits

"...or older; "sick or disabled"; expected absence from the county during voting period; confined in jail but eligible to..."

June 12, 2020 News Feature by Michael King

City Council Moves Gently on Riverside Redevelopment, Less So on Hotel Occupancy Tax

First meeting after summer break features plenty of theatrics

"...Thursday (Aug. 8) to the 97-acre mixed-use redevelopment at 4700 E. Riverside that’s been dubbed the “Domain on Riverside”..."

Aug. 9, 2019 News Post by Austin Sanders

Election Ticker: Last Chance for Controversy

E-Day is tomorrow! Here's the latest news before it's too late.

"...Just a few more hours before the future of..."

Nov. 5, 2018 News Post by News Staff

What's Wrong With Cap Metro ... and What's Right

The transit agency is good at a few things – like digging itself into a public relations ditch

"...In midmonth, after already a half-year's delay, the agency announced that its new MetroRail commuter rail line would not..."

April 24, 2009 News Feature by Lee Nichols

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