SXSW Brings the Cosmos to Austin

Keynote brings unseen images from the James Webb telescope

"...Webb Space Telescope. The panel will include several leading members of the JSWT team, including NASA Goddard Communications Team..."

Jan. 10, 2023 SXSW Post by Richard Whittaker

Crosstalk: Black Fret Rebrands As Sonic Guild, and Superstition Nightclub Announces Grand Opening

Austin music news headlines of the week

"...up by co-founder Matt Ott and select Black Fret members awarding the 20 local acts $10,000 to $15,000 grants...."

Dec. 9, 2022 Music Column by Mars Salazar

Has Round Rock ISD Hit Rock Bottom?

Maybe not yet

"...responses from the rest.) Campaign finance reports show that members of what's called the Round Rock One Family slate..."

Nov. 4, 2022 News Feature by Brant Bingamon

Chronicle Endorsements for 2022 Travis County Elections

Our picks for state and local races

"...prosperity and influence. People who were here then still remember what it felt like to be a winner. One..."

Oct. 21, 2022 News Feature by the News Staff

The Mayor’s Race Offers Clear Choices on How Austin Should Grow

Election marks a critical juncture on the way to Austin's future

"...a major rupture in police-community relations, during which Council members understandably paid less attention to housing policy for months..."

Oct. 14, 2022 News Feature by Austin Sanders

Austin's Best Breweries of 2022, Power-Ranked

It's Top of the Hops VII!

"...a solidly early-Aughts retro taproom, and a lineup of classic recipes like Native Texas Pilsner keep Indy very relevant..."

Oct. 12, 2022 Food Post by Eric Puga

Fallout From DWI Crash Follows Hays County Commissioner

Walt Smith's got one more week to breathe easy

"...“confirmed” but instead he had pled to a different Class B misdemeanor, Obstruction of a Passageway, triggering nine months..."

Oct. 10, 2022 News Post by Jordan Buckley

Austin at Large: Democracy by Other Means

Contemplating our resistance as Ken Paxton wears out everybody’s welcome

"...financially challenged real estate tycoon Nate Paul, whose World Class property empire was coming unraveled in ways that prompted..."

Oct. 7, 2022 News Column by Mike Clark-Madison

Moody Center Becomes Harry’s House for Styles’ First of Six Nights

A riot of colors and near-constant screaming on historic run

"...Austin takes the first stop after Styles’ historic stint..."

Sept. 26, 2022 Music Post by Abby Johnston

Headlines / Quote of the Week

"...billion from governmental entities, including the school district. The class-action lawsuit points to the month-old Texas House committee report..."

Aug. 26, 2022 News Feature

All the Dirty Little Secrets: Halina Reijn Digs Up Bodies Bodies Bodies

The director of the Gen Z Clue on why she won't direct on stage

"...equally well known for her stage work. She's a member of the prestigious Toneelgroep Amsterdam and a long-time collaborator..."

Aug. 19, 2022 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

The Best Music We Saw at SXSW on Friday

Seventies funk GOATs, queer nu metal, and so much more

"...opening bass line of “Getting it Back,” Caribbean-born founding members Patrick Patterson (guitar), Steve Scipio (bass), and Derrick Gibbs..."

March 19, 2022 SXSW Post by Thomas Fawcett

Opinion: Austin Can Do Better Than Crypto

As a city that values equity, we shouldn't prop up an exploitative scam

"...city's imprimatur to the so-called "Web 3.0" movement. Council Member Mackenzie Kelly introduced a resolution that would require the..."

March 18, 2022 Column by Mike Siegel

Crucial Concerts SXSW Week Edition

Our favorite showcases and unofficial parties for the rest of the week

"...Al Green nearly 50 years ago. The nine original members were all Caribbean-born and emigrated to England as part..."

March 18, 2022 Music Feature by Thomas Fawcett

Progressive Responses to Evictions, Truancy Define Justice of the Peace Contests

Power to the People in the "People's Court"

"...zeal for social and racial justice." He's also a member of the Democratic Socialists of America who has spent..."

Feb. 18, 2022 News Feature by Austin Sanders

Casar Ends His Council Career with Final Push for Renters’ Rights

Resolutions include a renters bill of rights and eviction protections

"...Council Member Greg Casar sat on the (virtual) dais for his..."

Feb. 11, 2022 News Feature by Austin Sanders

Amid Tough Questioning, Council Confirms Chacon as New Police Chief

Alter, Kelly vote against longtime APD insider

"...new police chief on a 9-2 vote, with Council Members Alison Alter and Mackenzie Kelly in opposition...."

Oct. 2, 2021 News Post by Austin Sanders

Two APD Officers Indicted for Murder in 2019 Shooting of Mauris DeSilva

Death led to calls for better mental health crisis response

"...Many justice advocates, members of the City Council, and the city’s Reimagining Public..."

Aug. 27, 2021 News Post by Austin Sanders

Council Recap: A Balanced Budget, Without Much Drama

But many hours of deliberation over two days on the dais

"...while giving the average homeowner a tax break,” Council Member Greg Casar wrote in a statement following the vote...."

Aug. 13, 2021 News Post by Austin Sanders

Opinion: The Task for UT Staff and Faculty This Fall

Building confidence in students will need to be a priority for the UT community

"...out for leadership opportunities or from speaking up in class...."

Aug. 13, 2021 Column by Avani Chhaya

Pro-Cop Group Submits Signatures for High-Priced Staffing Plan

Save Austin Now 2.0 eyes the ballot

"...officer positions and then called a halt to cadet classes in late 2019; the first class under a "reimagined"..."

July 23, 2021 News Feature by Austin Sanders

Chaos as City Hall Encampment Cleared by Police

Sweeping the plaza

"..."Members of the Homeless Outreach Street Team (HOST) and APD's..."

June 18, 2021 News Feature by Austin Sanders

A Chaotic Scene as APD Clears Encampment Outside City Hall

Hastily planned action takes campers, officials by surprise

"...“Members of the Homeless Outreach Street Team (HOST) and APD’s..."

June 14, 2021 News Post by Austin Sanders

A Long Activist Legacy Survives on the Eastside

Holding on to El Barrio

"..."I remember when they all voted me in, it was at..."

Nov. 20, 2020 News Feature by Brant Bingamon

For His Dance (Re)current Unrest, Charles O. Anderson Keeps Moving

Through the pandemic and other obstacles, the choreographer and UT teacher continues to adapt

"...C. Wiltshire came calling. A choreographer and longtime faculty member at UT, she headed the dance division in 2010..."

Oct. 16, 2020 Arts Feature by Robert Faires

Headlines / Quote of the Week

"...More Survivors Sue: Another class action lawsuit has been filed against Austin and Travis..."

Sept. 18, 2020 News Feature

APD Starts Shrinking

Council set to make cuts now, plan for more to come

"...cuts and long-term change" framework, put forth by Council Member Greg Casar, incorporating proposals from other CMs, and supported..."

Aug. 14, 2020 News Feature by Austin Sanders

AISD Hires Stephanie Elizalde as Next Superintendent

New leader assumes helm amid pandemic, equity challenges

"...Tuesday night, with trustee LaTisha Anderson being the only member to abstain. Elizalde, who was named the lone finalist..."

Aug. 14, 2020 News Feature by Beth Sullivan

APD Finally Agrees to Cease Low-Level Pot Busts

We just said no ...

"..."APD will no longer cite or arrest individuals" for Class A or B PoM offenses, he writes, "unless there..."

July 10, 2020 News Feature by Austin Sanders

APD (Finally) Ends Low-Level Marijuana Enforcement

Chief announces move, six months after Council told him to

"...“APD will no longer cite or arrest individuals” for Class A or B PoM offenses “unless there is an..."

July 2, 2020 News Post by Austin Sanders

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