Opinion: Investing in Working-Class Communities Is Central to Our Public Safety

Travis County D.A. Jose Garza argues we must invest time and resources the root cause of crime – instability

"...contributions. And it is increasingly clear that investing in working-class communities is central not only to growing our economy..."

Sept. 10, 2021 Column by José Garza

The Class of 1985

The 69th Legislature, 1985, marked a turning point in the future of Texas politics

"...in the 1985 group of state representatives, the Honorable Members of the Texas House...."

Feb. 27, 2004 News Feature by Lucius Lomax

Faster Than Sound: Unpacking Harry Styles' Austin Run With the Professor Teaching a Class on Him

Texas State's Dr. Louie Dean Valencia offers a crash course in the Harry-verse

"...on the block-booked dates around the former One Direction member's third solo record, Harry's House. Launched around $100, very..."

Sept. 9, 2022 Music Column by Rachel Rascoe

Defining World-Class

When Cuisines editor Virginia B. Wood moved to Austin 30 years ago, the Driskill was a run-down, pitiful shadow of a formerly grand hotel threatened with foreclosure and destruction. Now its new owners want it to be a world-class destination. How does the Driskill Grill define "world-class"?

"...The Driskill GrillThe Driskill Hotel, 474-5911..."

May 19, 2000 Food Feature by Virginia B. Wood

Race and Class Inform Disparities in Road Deaths

All crises are not created equal

"...various injuries. That night continues to haunt City Council Member Natasha Harper-Madison and her family 25 years later –..."

Sept. 2, 2022 News Feature by Benton Graham

New Class Ready to ATXelerate

Centro-urbanist PAC set to train up more future Council candidates

"...candidate recruitment engine," has announced its 2019 "ATXelerator" recruitment class for aspiring officials. In a press release declaring the..."

Dec. 28, 2018 News Feature by Michael King

Working-Class Hero

Is Michael Fracasso's Austin's best kept musical secret?

"...of its icons. Charlie Sexton has been a band member and produced several Fracasso albums. Patty Griffin, who's all..."

April 23, 2004 Music Feature by Dave Marsh

In Austin’s Most Conservative District, Will the City’s Sole Republican Council Member Keep Her Seat?

Dem challenger hopeful Kamala Harris momentum will turn tide

"...much belong to political parties. All but one Council member currently on the dais is a Democrat, both by..."

Sept. 6, 2024 News Feature by Austin Sanders

Back 2 Cool Reunion + Ready 4 Class

August 22, 2013. 31 photos.

"...Bonds family member and unofficial Griffin School mascot, Frances..."

Aug. 22, 2013 Photo Gallery

Class War

Homeless Hearing Stinks Up Council Chambers

"...council chambers last week were the makings of a class war. Crisply dressed businesspeople sporting newly printed "Keep the..."

Aug. 8, 1997 News Column by Kayte VanScoy

Austin Arts Hall of Fame Class of 2017

Flatbed Press founders Katherine Brimberry and Mark L. Smith, choreographer Kate Warren and theatre / spoken word artist Zell Miller III join the ranks of cultural heroes

"...the institutions and providing the support for theatre, dance, classical music, and the visual arts – not just occasionally..."

June 2, 2017 Arts Feature by Robert Faires

Culture Class

The 2009-2010 Austin Critics Table Awards

"...any category in which the critic or a family member was nominated. THEATRE Production, Drama..."

June 11, 2010 Arts Feature by Robert Faires

Head of the Class

Brandi Clark's groundbreaking works of staggering green-ness

"..."I came up with EcoNetwork when I was a member of three organizations that each had the word 'sustainable'..."

April 18, 2008 Features Feature by Kathryn O'Shields

Class Struggle

UT Big Wheels' Perks Outweigh Staff's Paychecks

"...as an extra bonus, he gets to keep his membership at Barton Creek Country Club. Don't cry for John..."

April 24, 1998 News Feature by Robert Bryce

The Common Law

Class-action lawsuit – should I participate?

"...got a notice that I am part of a class-action lawsuit. I am trying to decide whether I want..."

July 6, 2007 Column by Luke Ellis

The Common Law

Class-action lawsuit – what is it?

"...in the mail saying that I'm part of a class-action lawsuit. I haven't done anything and wasn't looking to..."

June 29, 2007 Column by Luke Ellis

In Your Facebook

Do social networking sites strengthen communities or the class divide?

"...students enrolled in America's Ivy League universities. These founding members, privileged and influential, connected via Facebook's social technology to..."

Feb. 29, 2008 Screens Feature by Jon Lebkowsky

The Towers of Power

Are high-rises the key to a middle-class Downtown?

"...via the Downtown residential boom, he's also an active member and leader of both the Downtown Austin Neighborhood Association..."

Nov. 11, 2005 News Feature by Mike Clark-Madison

The Life and Times of Gus Garcia

City Council Member Gus Garcia retires after more than 30 years of public service

"...more of his agenda accomplished than any other council member...."

June 2, 2000 News Feature by Daryl Slusher

Zimmerman Does It Again [UPDATE]

D6 council member tells children to "do something useful"

"...District 6 Council Member Don Zimmerman was roundly booed at last night's City..."

Aug. 19, 2016 News Post by Michael King

‘Martinez for Austin’ Kicks Off Campaign

Council member opens all-city tour at Barton Springs

"...the hillside across from Barton Springs, incumbent City Council Member Mike Martinez formally kicked off his “Mike Martinez for..."

April 5, 2014 News Post by Michael King

Light Rail Debate

Former City Council Member Max Nofziger vs. Current City Council Member Daryl Slusher

"...More Light Rail InfoBallot Language"The operation of a fixed..."

Nov. 3, 2000 News Feature

Happy Gilmore

"...now Happy Gilmore. Yes, former Saturday Night Live cast member Adam Sandler continues his bid for big-screen stardom with..."

Feb. 16, 1996 Movie Review by Joey O'Bryan

Sex and Zen

"...manual, the film follows the exploits of a youngish, upper-class Casanova (Ng) intent on deflowering as many maidens as..."

June 25, 1993 Movie Review by Marc Savlov

Rich in Love

"...school senior Lucille Odom (Erbe) who arrives home from class one day to find a note from her mother..."

March 26, 1993 Movie Review by Marjorie Baumgarten

Hippy Porn

"...In a typical conversation early in the film, one member of this trio declares: “We're a bunch of spoiled..."

March 20, 1992 Movie Review by Marjorie Baumgarten

Geopolitical Fault Lines

Austin's latest attempt at single-member districts is getting a mixed response

"...generally include political speeches. Newly elected or re-elected council members, flush with the good will and generosity of spirit..."

July 6, 2012 News Feature by Josh Rosenblatt

Won't Get Schooled Again

Austin's Music Class of '98

"...V. Wolfson Few things are certain about Austin's Music Class of '98, those local artists releasing albums this year..."

Jan. 23, 1998 Music Feature by Andy Langer

More Ass, Less Asana

Austin Naked Yoga and the quest for firmer thighs and inner peace

"...Attending an Austin Naked Yoga class means going all out and being prepared to see..."

Jan. 6, 2014 Qmmunity Post by Lawrence Everett Forbes

Before I Fall

"...Samantha (Deutch) is a member of a clique of popular mean girls who are..."

March 3, 2017 Movie Review by Marjorie Baumgarten

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