Point Austin: What's in a Word?

Joseph Stack's terrorism calls attention to rampant political hypocrisy

"...I hadn't initially planned on entering the discussion concerning whether Joseph Stack's suicidal attack on an Austin..."

Feb. 26, 2010 News Column by Michael King

That's How Doors Work

"...political extremists, or any other restrictions enacted by the U.S. Congress. The concept of "immigration" found in the U.S...."

Jan. 30, 2017 Postmarks

Ike's Lessons

Galveston's land-use decisions exposed by storm's wrath

"...Thomas Wynn, director of market development for the Houston-based U.S. Rice Producers Assoc­i­ation. Collectively, one industry expert said, the..."

Dec. 26, 2008 News Feature by Tom Curtis

As Austin's I-35 Mess Gains National Attention, the City Refocuses on the Palm District

Applying an "equity lens" to reimagine the blocks alongside Austin's gnarliest highway

"...unbeloved Interstate 35 has been "recognized" by the influential Congress for the New Urbanism in its 2021 "Freeways Without..."

June 4, 2021 News Feature by Mike Clark-Madison

Party for a Good Cause at Out Youth’s Second Chance Prom

Annual dance supports local nonprofit’s LGBTQ youth services

"...30, at its new, more spacious digs at 800 Congress, which Jenkins hopes will allow for even more attendees..."

March 27, 2019 Qmmunity Post by Beth Sullivan

Austin's Day of Resistance

Where to commemorate the first anniversary of the Women’s March

"...– and thousands more across the country – donned “pussy hats” and protest signs in response to Trump’s inauguration...."

Jan. 19, 2018 Events Post by Sarah Marloff

Counting Austin's Homeless

Austin nonprofit will contribute to nationwide count

"...homeless population, most specifically those who will be sleeping outside in the early morning hours of Saturday, Jan. 24...."

Dec. 30, 2014 News Post by Michael King

Crow Bar’s Gone in Flames, Good Work Austin Calls In the S.I. Votes, Pizza Is Pretty Much Rampant Everywhere, Festival Season’s Coming for Us All, and This Is Fine

All the news that’s fit to get your taste buds quivering

"...Crow Bar, the much-loved neighborhood pub at 3116 S. Congress, has been destroyed in a fire. As reported by..."

Sept. 21, 2022 Food Post by Wayne Alan Brenner

The Chronicle's 2018 Primary Election Coverage

Tracking the returns for the county, courthouse, and state

"...tomorrow spent tabulating and compiling. Grab a copy of Thursday's issue for a full rundown...."

March 6, 2018 News Post by the News Staff

The Half-Century Psych of Shiva's Headband

13th Floor Elevators weren't the only local psych act exploring Austin's outer limits – and still doing so

"...of them wrought, hoping to escape city limits and burst through to national awareness. The success rate was brutal,..."

Dec. 1, 2017 Music Feature by Bill Bentley

SXSW Panel: Women’s Representation: Five Steps to Win Gender Parity

Wendy Davis on Clinton's loss and the prospect of future gains

"...elected office, on the panel moderated by Texas Tribune congressional reporter Abby Livingston. Panelists discussed ways women face gender..."

March 11, 2017 SXSW Post by Mary Tuma

Did Congress Pass Monsanto Protection Act?

Food activists up in arms over biotech rider in HR 933

"...essentially deregulates genetically modified organisms (GMOs) by allowing the U.S. Department of Agriculture to override judicial rulings and grant..."

March 26, 2013 Food Post by Anna Toon

Where's the Other $66 Million?

Congressman Doggett savages Texas budget for misusing stimulus dollars meant for schools

"...With the announcement on Friday that the U.S. Department of Education has accepted the proposal by the..."

July 28, 2009 News Post by Richard Whittaker

Austin's Holiday Art Bazaars Are Still Bringing Good Cheer

Who wouldn't love a creative gift by an area artist or artisan? Here's where you can find them.

"...can't be shoveled away. Which has left many folks unsure what seasonal traditions will still be "bringing good cheer"..."

Dec. 4, 2020 Arts Feature by Robert Faires

Recommended Mother's Day Events in Austin

Celebrate that special maternal figure in your life

"...this little roundup serve as your guide to thinking outside the box; there's plenty more listed on our Mother's..."

May 9, 2018 Events Post by Danielle White

AIRC, S-Comm, and the Fight for Immigrants' Rights

Immigrants' rights activists call on Commissioners to defund Sheriff

"...Travis County Sheriff’s Office will present its FY2015 budget requests to the Commissioners Court. Supporters of immigrants’ rights will..."

Aug. 13, 2014 News Post by Amy Kamp

Bringing Maui Relief, Revealing Nando’s PERi-PERi, Celebrating L'Oca d'Oro, Chilling at Hotel San Jose, How to Get a Free Ice Cream Sandwich from Tiff’s Treats, and More

All the news that’s fit to get your taste buds quivering

"...The deadliest U.S. wildfire in more than a century has devastated Lahaina,..."

Aug. 16, 2023 Food Post by Wayne Alan Brenner

Argus Cidery Returns, Lou’s Comes to Barton Springs Road, Hip Hotels Hype that Hemp, Fierce Whiskers Hosts Loro, Chi’Lantro Goes South, and More

All the news that’s fit to get your taste buds quivering

"...relocated its production to Thirsty Planet Brewing on South Congress, finally returns to Central Texas shelves (for instance: H-E-B)..."

May 18, 2022 Food Post by Wayne Alan Brenner

Fat City’s at Yard Bar, Chicken Salad Shoppe Embiggens, Try Hard Succeeds, and There’s Austin Oysters for Everyone

All the news that’s fit to get your taste buds quivering

"...The team behind Austin Asian-fusion favorite, the Peached Tortilla,..."

July 28, 2021 Food Post by Wayne Alan Brenner

Vista's New Brews, H-E-B's Celeb-Packed Grill, Mama Kong's Piggy Wings, and More …

All the news that's fit to get your taste buds quivering

"...for you right here, and right here, and of course this is also relevant, foodwise: Vista Brewing out in..."

June 30, 2021 Food Post by Wayne Alan Brenner

Army Sergeant Daniel Perry Identified as Garrett Foster's Killer

Attorney's statement says his client acted in self-defense

"...Daniel Perry*, an off-duty U.S. Army sergeant working as a ride-hailing driver, has been..."

July 31, 2020 News Post by Mike Clark-Madison

Mary Moody Northen Theatre's ANON(ymous)

At St. Edward's, this reworking of Homer's Odyssey gives names to the nameless in today's immigrant crisis

"...In Homer's classic poem, Odysseus bests a ravenous Cyclops..."

Nov. 17, 2017 Arts Review by T. Lynn Mikeska

News Roundup: Storms, Season's Greetings, and Open Carry

Reminder: Open carry law takes effect Jan. 1

"...In this week's News Roundup, a grand jury declines..."

Dec. 29, 2015 News Post by the News Staff

Planned Parenthood Out, But Docs Can Still Discuss Abortion in New Texas Women's Health Program

HHSC relaxes abortion gag rule

"...Health Program exclude Planned Parenthood, relax rules covering provider discussions of abortion, and include funding for treatment of sexually-transmitted..."

Oct. 19, 2012 News Post by Jordan Smith

Following Tomstown's Money

It's election season in Texas. Are there indictments in the air?

"...deal has changed since earlier this summer, when lame-duck U.S. Rep. Chris Bell, D-Houston, asked the House Ethics Committee..."

Aug. 27, 2004 News Column by Michael King

Who's on First?

United -- for Now

"...of political dirt, and a former aide to ex-councilmember Louise Epstein, who has run unsuccessfully before. One Austin political..."

Dec. 25, 1998 News Column by Jenny Staff

Art's New Address

Uptown Is Home to Austin's Latest Cultural District

"...the region south of Sixth Street and west of Congress Avenue was such an area. At that time, it..."

July 4, 1997 Arts Feature by Rebecca S. Cohen

Let's Fix That

How New Plays Are Developed in Austin

"...Rod Caspers wears a crew-cut and projects a bossy..."

Oct. 18, 1996 Arts Feature by Brett Holloway-Reeves

Letters at 3AM: Obama's May 23 Speech

Obama deftly weaves vagueness, misdirection, and a few outright lies

"...the rule of law, and expanded our consultations with Congress."..."

May 31, 2013 Column by Michael Ventura

Point Austin: Congress' War

The Texas congressmen look for a way out

"...Any discussion of the congressional response to the Bush administration's continuing..."

June 8, 2007 News Column by Michael King

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