Legislators, NAACP, and Professors Condemn UT’s Mass Layoffs

At least 66 people have lost their jobs, and counting

"...legislators, the NAACP, and a university professor united against UT-Austin’s handling of Senate Bill 17’s ban on DEI-related programs..."

April 11, 2024 News Post by Lina Fisher

Movies, Comedians, Theatre, and More Arts Options for the Week

Get out and get art

"...Thursday 11 - Saturday 13, Alamo South Lamar..."

April 12, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Relays, Rides, and Rasslin' Headline This Week's Community Events

Recommended happenings around town

"...however you pick it up, pick it up. Worried about all that black hair dye wafting harsh chemicals into..."

March 22, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Headlines / Quote of the Week

"...he wouldn’t announce a bid for leader that day but said, “I’ve made no secret of my intentions.” Cornyn..."

March 1, 2024 News Feature

UT Students Sanctioned for Conduct During Pro-Palestinian Protest

They delivered a list of demands to the dean of the school of social work

"...Four students disciplined by the UT-Austin have chosen to accept their punishment for their actions..."

Feb. 23, 2024 News Post by Madeline Duncan

Austin FC Season Kickoff, Black History Month, and More Community Events

Get out and about in Austin while the weather's good

"...In addition to disco country tunes played inside and out by DJ Chorizo Funk and Vegan Leather, lavender lovers..."

Feb. 23, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

UT Teaching Assistants Fired Over Letter Supporting Palestinian Students

Faculty lend their support, citing censorship concerns

"...Just before Thanksgiving break, two UT-Austin teaching assistants, Parham Daghighi and Callie Kennedy, were approached..."

Dec. 15, 2023 News Feature by Lina Fisher

The Eugenic Circus Comes to Town

A Downtown hotel is hosting a natalist, eugenics-aligned conference in December. Why Austin?

"...with it will be a cavalcade of speakers that put the "fringe" in fringe science...."

Nov. 3, 2023 News Feature by Brant Bingamon

Austin-Made Comedy Home Free Is Taking Homelessness Seriously

How a chance encounter in 1997 keeps changing lives

"...filmmakers say their film was truly conceived in Austin, but not all of them can point to a specific..."

Oct. 27, 2023 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Qmmunity: Queer Comedy Pipeline

Ivy Le talks the impact of Tongue in Cheek, a queer comedy open mic providing fertile ground for Austin's LGBTQ comics

"...live show in the vein of 2 Dope Queens (but gayer, obvi) butted up against a pretty small pool..."

Sept. 29, 2023 Column by James Scott

Austin’s Sole Federal District Judge May Be the Most Overburdened in America

The case of the missing judges

"...person leave the state for an abortion cannot be prosecuted for rendering that assistance, as Austin District Judge Robert..."

Sept. 29, 2023 News Feature by Maggie Q. Thompson

Austin's Hip-Hop Pioneers, in Their Own Words

The Austin History Center-archived rappers and industry innovators share stories

"...Manners' longtime Hip Hop Hooray broadcast this year, Blake works as an archivist at the Austin History Center. His..."

Sept. 15, 2023 Music Feature by Rachel Rascoe

Can Federal Funds Clear Up Local Water Problems?

Water quality is worst in marginalized communities

"...span, he's replaced his dishwasher four times. He did work on his sink recently, and the pipe connections came..."

Sept. 15, 2023 News Feature by Lina Fisher

The War on the Walls in Yuliya Lanina's Mother/Land

The UT professor processes the personal impact of the Ukrainian invasion in her new multimedia installation

"...there's a simple black-and-white image of a child's toy. But that innocent image has been purposefully desecrated with a..."

Sept. 1, 2023 Arts Feature by Richard Whittaker

Shane Whalley Won’t Back Down

Daring Dialogues founder on how DEI bans affect queer Texans

"...LGBTQ+ consulting company Daring Dialogues, feels concerned and confused about what this means for their business. Whalley is the..."

June 26, 2023 Qmmunity Post by Adam Cherian

Daniel, Kurt, and Jeremiah: Why “Hi, How Are You” Matters

Austin's most famous mural is a case study in art preservation and cultural impact

"...Austin landscape: as emblematic of the city as the UT Tower, Barton Springs, and talking over bands. [inset-1-right]..."

May 26, 2023 Arts Feature by Joe Gross

Sex, Lies, and Katie Folger

The Austin artist on her new show, Getting in Bed With the Pizza Man

"...bizarre series of encounters made more awkward than usual. But for Katie Folger, it was a source of creative..."

May 11, 2023 Arts Post by Richard Whittaker

UT Fumble

"...Dear Editor, Thanks to Edwin Bautista for his excellent May 12 editorial [“Opinion: UT Shouldn't..."

May 11, 2023 Postmarks

Opinion: UT Shouldn’t Prioritize Football Over Historic Preservation

The university needs to preserve its cultural heritage, not prioritize another football facility

"...building with a second football training facility should spark outrage among preservationists and community members who value the university's..."

May 12, 2023 Column by Edwin Bautista

Grimes Explained to UT Students Why Artists Should Make Songs With Her AI-Generated Vocals

Austin's new resident on the Drake deepfake track, TikTok, and MGMT

"...Austin since 2021, was initially booked to speak on UT-Austin campus April 5. She rescheduled due to illness within..."

April 25, 2023 Music Post by Rachel Rascoe

The Joy of Bicycling in Austin

A one-person sociological study of springtime biking where every ride is his favorite

"...I've come here to clear my head, but first I'll break a sweat because my impulsive ass..."

April 21, 2023 Arts Feature by Kevin Curtin

Kate the Chemist Says, "Anybody Can Be a Scientist"

Kate the Chemist is on a mission to take over the world

"...she’s more commonly known, Kate the Chemist, has been working diligently for years to break down stereotypes and barriers..."

March 10, 2023 Features Feature by Katherine McNevins

Austin Scientists Focus on Helping AI Do Good

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

"...a rapidly growing field that has the potential to revolutionize many industries, and Austin, Texas, is emerging as a..."

March 10, 2023 News Feature by Benton Graham

Your Field Guide to 80 Essential Acts at SXSW Music

Highlighting the best and buzziest at this year's Festival

"...All roads lead to Austin come March 13-18. South by Southwest Music 2023 invites over 1,400 artists to..."

March 10, 2023 Music Feature by The Music Staff

Faster Than Sound: Former Spider House Cafe Has Reopened as Tweedy's

Run by the patio experts behind Kinda Tropical and Hotel Vegas

"...Johnny Yaklin was at a team meeting for Eastside hangout Kinda Tropical when he got the call that the..."

Nov. 18, 2022 Music Column by Rachel Rascoe

Austin FC Fans Prepare to Pack the Trains on MetroRail

The Red Line turns Verde

"...men, two of whom had removed their shirts, bellowed, "Olé olé olé olé, Austin FC!" in honor of their..."

Oct. 14, 2022 News Feature by Benton Graham

Queer-Owned Austin Coffee Shops Share Their Stories

Getting coffee from the LGBT and making the perfect espresso

"...container and inside bar of the Little Gay Shop. But the business started by Danielle Garcia in January 2020..."

Oct. 14, 2022 Food Feature by James Scott

Cha'keeta B Goes From Running Track to Running Tracks

Multifaceted rapper/entrepreneur looks to take names

"...tiers of Austin hip-hop despite not releasing an official debut studio album some 10-plus years into her career. Now..."

Sept. 16, 2022 Music Feature by Derek Udensi

Welcome to Austin, Little Queerdos!

Advice from the queer community on making your time in Austin count

"...to know your new college city can be rough, but the ATX qmmunity has got some good advice to..."

Aug. 19, 2022 Arts Feature by James Scott

Public Notice: How Much Does Height Matter?

Plus, cars off Guadalupe!

"...In a work session a couple of weeks ago, CM Chito Vela..."

June 17, 2022 News Column by Nick Barbaro

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