Don’t Book ’em, Danno: DPS Backs Off on Pot Busts

State troopers take cite-and-release stance amid continued hemp-law fallout

"...like marijuana buds. Prince's interpretation is one that local defense attorneys are eager to challenge in court, but this..."

Aug. 9, 2019 News Feature by Kevin Curtin

Chronicle Endorsements

Recommendations for the county, state, and country

"...is best suited to lead the district. The former Workers Defense Project board chair, Austin Planning Commissioner (however often..."

Feb. 16, 2018 News Feature by The Chronicle Editorial Board

Behind Enemy Lines at ALEC's Right-Wing Policy Conference

Activists say the American Legislative Exchange Council backs corporate interests over people

"..."Stand Your Ground" gun laws and measures that limit workers' rights and health care access. With Reaganomics icon Arthur..."

Aug. 30, 2019 News Feature by Mary Tuma

Erin Martinson’s Entry Heats Up D.A. Primary Race

Lawyer, victim advocate to challenge incumbent Margaret Moore

"...the D.A. race is Garza, co-executive director of the Workers Defense Project. Like Martinson, he has described the local..."

July 10, 2019 News Post by Michael King

A Somewhat Welcoming City

Adler and Eckhardt show support for immigration reform

"...Travis County Judge Sarah Eckhardt joined with members of Workers Defense Project to call on Gov. Greg Abbott to..."

Oct. 16, 2015 News Feature by Tony Cantú

Lege Targets the Undocumented

Lawmakers would restrict access to work, education, etc.

"...to be a priority," said Emily Timm of the Workers Defense Project. "We're definitely concerned."..."

Feb. 6, 2015 News Feature by Tony Cantú

Civics 101

"...INTERNS Apply now for a summer internship with the Workers Defense Project. There's a wide range of openings for..."

March 9, 2012 News Column

Civics 101

"...INTERNS Apply now for a summer internship with the Workers Defense Project. There's a wide range of openings for..."

Feb. 17, 2012 News Column

Civics 101

Calendar of civic events, Sept. 22-29

"...WORKERS DEFENSE PROJECT Celebrate nine years with guest, El Paso..."

Sept. 23, 2011 News Column

Civics 101

Calendar of civic events, Sept. 15-22

"...WORKERS DEFENSE PROJECT ANNIVERSARY Celebrate nine years with its guest,..."

Sept. 16, 2011 News Column

Res Publica

Citizens' calendar, Jan. 27-Feb. 3

"...5604 HAPPY HOUR with the Workers Defense Project and Third Coast Activist Resource Center. Snacks..."

Jan. 28, 2011 News Feature

Res Publica

Citizens' calendar, Jan. 8-14

"...PEOPLE UNITED hosts members of the Workers Defense Project to address immigration, labor, and workplace safety...."

Jan. 8, 2010 News Feature

Election Ticker

Gotta endorse somebody

"...The Workers Defense Action Fund issued local endorsements for the November..."

Aug. 31, 2018 News Feature by Michael King

Plaza Saltillo Decision Comes Down to Money

Cap Metro chooses Endeavor over Saltillo Collaborative

"...Team, a stakeholder in the planning process, and the Workers Defense Project, which endorsed based on the the collaborative’s..."

June 24, 2014 News Post by Amy Smith

Soccer Watch

A couple 7v7 coed tourneys on the horizon, and more

"...The deadline is approaching to register for the Workers Defense Proj­ect's first annual soccer tournament: Copa Justicia Laboral!..."

March 23, 2012 Sports Column by Nick Barbaro

Eastside Hotel, Round Two

Developers appeal permit rejection to City Council

"...for round two in their battle to get their project built – a plan that's galvanized neighborhood opposition –..."

July 24, 2015 News Feature by Tony Cantú

Naked City

"...National Association for the Advancement of Colored People Legal Defense and Educational Fund, 1973-74; private law practice, 1974-1983; general..."

Aug. 3, 2007 News Feature

East Side Hotel Denied

Planning Commission fails to approve permit

"...The proposed hotel project came against a backdrop of gentrification on the Eastside..."

June 10, 2015 News Post by Tony Cantú

The Latest on COVID-19 and Its Effects on Austin

Our News team's ongoing coverage of events in Austin and Texas

"...ongoing efforts to halt paid sick leave for Texas workers...."

March 13, 2020 News Post by the News Staff

Council: Labor Protections and Job Evaluations

Marc Ott's job performance goes up for debate this week

"...living wage of $13.03 to city-funded positions for construction workers and employees of subcontractors, and Casar's Fair Chance Hiring..."

April 1, 2016 News Feature by Mary Tuma

Death on the Job

Construction worker falls to his death on the Eastside

"...Tonight at 8pm, July 14, Workers Defense Project will hold a vigil for Loa at..."

July 14, 2015 News Post by Amy Kamp

District 4: Getting Cray-Cray

"...being single and childless (!!), to "lobbying" (for the Workers Defense Project, on behalf of workers' rights) (!!!), to..."

Dec. 5, 2014 News Feature by Michael King

The Road to 10-1: Add One More …

Candidate pilgrimage grows, and a glance at District 4

"...redevelopment, but more hesitant about the size of the Project Connect (urban rail) investment and its proposed alignment...."

June 30, 2014 News Post by Michael King

The Pols Just Keep on Coming

Your Guide to Candidates for the New 10-1 Universe

"...Susana Almanza, co-director of People Organized in the Defense of Earth and Her Resources, did not respond to..."

Feb. 3, 2014 News Post by Michael King

Happenings

March 14-20

"...to REI today for donation to the Yellow Bike Project's Earn-a-Bike, Youth Education, Earth Day, and Bike Month programs...."

March 14, 2008 News Feature

Meet the Candidates for City Council

Five incumbents fight for their seats at the dais

"...The Incumbent: Greg Casar Experience: Former policy director at Workers Defense Project Issues: Proponent of social equity, shared prosperity,..."

Aug. 19, 2016 News Feature by Annamarya Scaccia

Notes on Kamp: Left Out

Austin's economic inequality is a crisis

"...while neglecting the rest of us, I highly recommend Workers Defense Project's newly published report, "The Failed Promise of..."

Feb. 5, 2016 News Column by Amy Kamp

Campaign Snapshots

Get up-to-date on the D3 and D4 candidates before next week's Ballot Boxing forums

"...East Austin activist and co-founder of People Organized in Defense of Earth and Her Resources, Susana Almanza remains the..."

Sept. 12, 2014 News Feature by Mary Tuma

Homeless Advocates Oppose Panhandling Ban

Organized opposition to new panhandling laws emerges.

"...tomorrow's City Council meeting, the ACLU of Texas, Communication Workers of America #6132, House The Homeless/Universal Living Wage Coalition,..."

Sept. 26, 2007 News Post by Wells Dunbar

Sick Leave: A Wage by Any Other Name?

Texas 3rd Court of Appeals strikes down Austin's ordinance

"...City Council in February. The Austin-based court decided the workers' rights ordinance violated the state constitution and the Texas..."

Nov. 23, 2018 News Feature by Mary Tuma

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