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

Wrecking Mansions and Perfecting Accents With Abigail’s Directors

Tyler Gillett and Matt Bettinelli-Olpin take a bite out of vampires

"...an easy snatch-and-grab, but soon find that Abigail (Alisha Weir) is more than capable of taking care of herself,..."

April 20, 2024 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

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

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

"...and state politics from a progressive perspective in his weekly column, “Point Austin.” We’re pleased to bring back his..."

April 19, 2024 News Post by Michael King

Opinion: The Lack of Evidence Behind Austin’s HOME Initiative

There are indeed benefits to density, but affordability isn’t one of them

"...I was recently asked to prepare a review of the latest research on housing price..."

April 19, 2024 Column by Rich Heyman

Outside Law Firm Investigating APD Second-in-Command Over Texts

D.A. believes messages were attempt to gather dirt on his office

"...a former Travis County District Attorney’s Office employee in what may have been an attempt to dig up dirt..."

April 19, 2024 News Feature by Austin Sanders

In the Worst Moments of Austinites’ Lives, APD Victim Services Shows Up

Inside one of APD’s most-celebrated divisions

"...In the summer of 2022, Austin police officers were dispatched to a suspected drowning call involving a 7-year-old..."

April 19, 2024 News Feature by Austin Sanders

The Luv Doc: An Orgasm Party

Like bringing egg salad to a family reunion at the lake in August

"...I have known my boyfriend was an introvert since we started dating. He is really sweet to me, but..."

April 19, 2024 Column by The Luv Doc

Geto Gala, Two Step Inn, and a 420 Smokeout Headline Our Crucial Concerts

From country to hip-hop to sludge metal, get some ideas for your week in live music

"...four-part Rock the Park concert series continues soundtracking perfect weather and a seasonal music harvest akin to wildflowers. Lesly..."

April 19, 2024 Music Feature by Rachel Rascoe

Books, Sculpture, and Weed Lead Our Recommended Arts Events

It'd be a lot cooler if you went to one of these events this week

"...check out a talk by author Eric Heisner, a Western-loving screenwriter, actor, and filmmaker who will speak on the..."

April 19, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

The Austin Chronic: Austin Documentarian Links Up With Jimmy Kimmel for Reality Series High Hopes

New Hulu show captures organic humor among dispensary misfits

"...co-producer of a reality series that comes out this week...."

April 19, 2024 Column by Kevin Curtin

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

Virtual hearings at times conducted through slots in jail cell doors

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April 19, 2024 News Feature by Maggie Q. Thompson

Austin Pets Alive! Workers File to Become Largest Animal Shelter Union in the U.S.

Working conditions “are the living conditions of the animals”

"...Back in 2022, when Austin was starting to become aware of its increasingly overcrowded animal shelters, Austin Pets Alive!..."

April 12, 2024 News Post by Lina Fisher

It's a Family Affair for the Hurleys in Strictly Confidential

How Elizabeth tried (and failed) to keep son Damian out of the film biz

"...a tough, mean industry. No, no, no, there's other areas that you can go into.’”..."

April 12, 2024 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

The People’s Joker

Trans coming-of-age story filtered through superhero homage

"...not making any money, the studio’s tend to not care.”..."

April 12, 2024 Movie Review by Richard Whittaker

Arcadian

Nicolas Cage is a single dad post-apocalype in Irish thriller

"...Directed by: Benjamin Brewer. Starring: Nicolas Cage, Jaeden Martell, Maxwell Jenkins, Sadie Soverall,..."

April 12, 2024 Movie Review by Richard Whittaker

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

At least 66 people have lost their jobs, and counting

"...At the Texas AFL-CIO headquarters Wednesday evening, legislators, the NAACP, and a university professor united..."

April 11, 2024 News Post by Lina Fisher

Austin's Aaron Moten's Trip From Batboy to Fallout

How one St. Ed's actor became part of the new Prime series

"...was cast in the big-budget adaptation of the Bethesda Software smash hit Fallout series, Moten was a regular on..."

April 11, 2024 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Qmmunity: The Tea on Trivia

As their second anniversary approaches, the minds behind Queer Trivia reflect

"...Question: What LGBTQ activity organized by the Little Gay Shop and..."

April 12, 2024 Column by James Scott

The Austin Chronic: Former Ag Commissioner Candidate Susan Hays Is Building a Hempcrete House

It’s the first privately owned residence in Austin made of the eco-friendly material

"...In a serene South Austin neighborhood, where the houses are so small compared to the sprawling oak trees that..."

April 12, 2024 Column by Kevin Curtin

Sentimental Family Band Isn’t Hung Up on the High Times

The softie ex-art-rockers arrive at Austin’s honky-tonk revival

"...This is what Sagebrush was made for. The South Congress honky-tonk is..."

April 12, 2024 Music Feature by Rachel Rascoe

As Statesman Reporters Were on Strike, Gannett Posted Their Jobs

And published anonymously written stories

"...looked at the eclipse and now my eyes hurt. What are the symptoms of eclipse blindness?” What might seem..."

April 12, 2024 News Feature by Lina Fisher

The Luv Doc: Settling

Who do you want? Mr. Wrong or Mr. Reliable?

"...little girl, I’ve felt that true love and companionship were in my future. I’ve worked hard to foster my..."

April 12, 2024 Column by The Luv Doc

Exploring the McNeil Crossing Strip Mall

Exceptional forays into Indian and Vietnamese cuisine, plus a short trip to Subway

"...Welcome to The Strip Club, highlighting Austin’s destination strip malls...."

April 12, 2024 Food Feature by Taylor Holland

Squirrel Fest, a Bidi Bidi Birthday, and More Community Events

Plan your week with some of our recommended happenings around town

"...City of Austin Career Expo..."

April 12, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

The Verde Report: As Wins Rack Up, Emiliano Rigoni Is Becoming Austin FC’s Forgotten Man

The club’s second-highest-paid player has struggled to contribute

"...a 2-1 triumph over FC Dallas on March 30, followed by a 4-3 thrill ride win against the San..."

April 12, 2024 Sports Column by Eric Goodman

Free Will Astrology

Your weekly horoscope, April 12-18

"...your heart until lots of evidence is available. You are in a prime position to attract and consider an..."

April 12, 2024 Column by Rob Brezsny

Theatre Review: Born With Teeth

Marlowe’s mad and Shakespeare’s sad in Austin Playhouse production

"...together, guaranteed they’ll fight about one question: Who wrote Shakespeare’s plays? Because it’s somehow unimaginable that a humble actor..."

April 12, 2024 Arts Feature by Cat McCarrey

Tom Copeland, Behind-the-Scenes Powerhouse of Texas Film, Dies

Former Texas Film Commission executive director passed last Sunday

"...Texas filmmakers are mourning the loss of Tom Copeland, former executive director..."

April 10, 2024 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

No Beyoncé, Lots of Jelly Roll, and More Takeaways From the CMT Music Awards

Best and worst moments from the ceremony’s uneven Moody Center return

"...Red Solo cups were raised in memory of Toby Keith. A Phil Collins..."

April 8, 2024 Music Post by Rachel Rascoe

Theatre in Motion in Overheard on a Train

All aboard Austin's Red Line for Cheerful Secrets' interactive play

"...Many plays have two acts, but not many are two legs of a journey. That's just part of..."

April 5, 2024 Arts Post by Richard Whittaker

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