A Closer Look at the D.A.'s Handling of Sexual Assault Cases

Also: Austin's first African-American genealogy conference

"...lawsuits surrounding its handling of sexual assault cases, the district attorney's office is the subject of our first segment..."

Feb. 7, 2020 News Post by Kimberley Jones

You Be the Judge

Sex, lies, and politics in the 331st District Court

"...This year's primary race for the 331st District Court has been as much..."

March 2, 2018 News Feature by Nina Hernandez

Sheryl Cole and Chito Vela: The Prize Fight

All eyes on the Democratic primary run-off in House District 46

"...The March Democratic primary election in House District 46 came down to the wire; a mere 202..."

May 4, 2018 News Feature by Mary Tuma

Two Roads to Justice

Republican Shane Phelps takes another stab at Democrat Ronnie Earle's job for district attorney.

"...that he's already run -- and lost -- a race for Travis County district attorney. Forget that he's a..."

Feb. 18, 2000 News Feature by Robert Bryce

Primary Prospects

A rundown of primary election battles shaping up

"...file for office when no one knows what the districts will look like, but that is exactly how the..."

Jan. 13, 2012 News Feature by Richard Whittaker

Don Zimmerman Announces Campaign for HD 47

Candidates begin to surface for 2020 primaries

"...be running in the Republican primary for state House District 47, currently held by Democrat Vikki Goodwin...."

May 31, 2019 News Post by Michael King

Chronicle Endorsements

July 14 Primary Run-off Election and Senate District 14 Special Election

"...D.C., opted to move up to the U.S. Senate race almost immediately, before that field eventually became crowded. Her..."

June 26, 2020 News Feature by The Chronicle Editorial Board

Vela Kicks Off

Immigration lawyer formally adds name to foggy HD 46 race

"...held his kickoff at Tres Amigos for the House District 46 seat now held by Dawnna Dukes – and..."

Jan. 13, 2017 News Post by Michael King

Greg Casar and Eddie Rodriguez Fight for the Progressive Mantle in TX-35

The two candidates race to the left

"...time in a decade, voters in Texas' 35th congressional district will nominate a Democrat who isn't named Lloyd Doggett...."

Feb. 4, 2022 News Feature by Austin Sanders

Naked City

Three high-profile contenders for an open seat on the Travis Co. bench

"...The March primary is still months away, but the race for the open 200th District Court seat has turned..."

Dec. 5, 2003 News Feature by Amy Smith

Naked City

"...County, Obama won big, as did (in closely watched races) Congressional District 10 Dem Larry Joe Doherty, District 46..."

March 7, 2008 News Feature

A Question of Compassion for Travis County's Family Violence Court

A woman alleged rape. The man she accused went free. Should his attorney run our court?

"...supporter), told the Chronicle she involved herself in this race due the complexities of domestic violence – the stigma..."

June 19, 2020 News Feature by Sarah Marloff

How the Democratic Primaries Could Affect Down-Ballot Races in Austin

See what happens when the circus is in town

"...the line – and in Austin, five City Council races and a huge rail transit proposal. But next week's..."

Feb. 28, 2020 News Feature by Mike Clark-Madison

Election Ticker: From Warren to WilCo

Elizabeth Warren weighs in on the D.A. race

"...endorsement (announced Tuesday) of his campaign for Travis County District Attorney by presidential candi­date Elizabeth Warren. Garza said he..."

Jan. 31, 2020 News Feature by Michael King

Point Austin: Top Down, Bottom Up

In a year of crucial elections, we need to be prepared

"...and this cycle, there will be plenty of important races and excellent candidates to ponder...."

Jan. 31, 2020 News Column by Michael King

News Roundup: Council and the Court

Scalia's death shakes up high court; Council continues Uber battle

"...the National Register of Historic Places; the 450th state district court race gets weird; a U.S. Supreme Court justice..."

Feb. 15, 2016 News Post by the News Staff

Temper, Temperament

Emotions v. Experience in 261st Dist. Court Race

"...those differences into a Democratic nomination for the 261st District Court bench. Parker and Livingston square off in the..."

Feb. 27, 1998 News Feature by Amy Smith

The Action's in Place 3

Shade, Tovo, Nofziger race most watched and closely contested

"...amazing that this spring's city campaign features an actual race. While Place 1 and Place 4 incumbents Chris Riley..."

April 29, 2011 News Feature by Wells Dunbar

Dukes Under Siege

District 46 race pits veteran incumbent vs. newcomer Thompson

"...and for failing to deliver real results to her district and a primary challenger in the form of attorney..."

Jan. 25, 2008 News Feature by Richard Whittaker

Naked City

And not surprisingly, the big money goes to Republicans

"...Perry's campaign coffers in June, while trial lawyers and racetrack interests put their money on Comptroller Carole Keeton Strayhorn..."

July 22, 2005 News Feature by Amy Smith

Sixth Street Showdown

Downtown is growing, and with that growth come rising tensions between police, partiers, and activists

"...addition to jaywalking, was kept until that evening. His attorney told the Chronicle that his case is yet to..."

Feb. 26, 2016 News Feature by Chase Hoffberger

Quick Guide to Chronicle Endorsements for 2024 Primary Election

Going to the polls? This handy list of our recommendations might help.

"...these endorsements with explanations for our choices in each race...."

Feb. 18, 2024 News Post by The Chronicle Editorial Board

Austin At Large: For the Price of a Policeman

The cost of public safety, in different community currencies

"..."How Much Reform Is Enough in the Travis County District Attorney Race?") but a lot of it also glaring..."

Aug. 23, 2019 News Column by Mike Clark-Madison

Plan B Against “Justice” Mike Toth

Austin attorney challenges candidate's qualifications

"...Attorney Kerry O'Brien has not abandoned his personal campaign against..."

Oct. 12, 2018 News Feature by Michael King

Plaintiffs Appeal Dismissal of Sexual Assault Survivors’ Lawsuit

Filing: Court “incorrectly abdicated” duty to uphold women’s rights

"...Six months after U.S. District Judge Lee Yeakel dismissed the sexual assault class action..."

Aug. 11, 2020 News Post by Sarah Marloff

The Figures Do Lie

The Statesman finds a cops-and-race story that just isn't there

"...and officers filed 6,447 force reports. Broken down by race and then compared to the totals, whites accounted for..."

Feb. 6, 2004 News Feature by Jordan Smith

Judge Baird Not Seeking Re-Election

Baird is leaving bench next year to return to private practice and spend more time with his family

"...be seeking re-election next year to the 299th felony District Court where he has served since January 2007...."

Dec. 2, 2009 News Post by Jordan Smith

Lege Lines

With only transportation left on the special session agenda, the 2014 race begins

"...election to replace former Rep. Mark Strama in House District 50 scheduled for Nov. 5, the first campaign finance..."

July 19, 2013 News Column by Richard Whittaker

Dem Endorsement Roundup

Dukes shut out in big endorsement meeting of Democratic clubs.

"...week's print edition, but the biggest highlights are obvious: District 46 state Rep. Dawnna Dukes got shut out, clearly..."

Jan. 17, 2008 News Post by Lee Nichols

Pressley Continues to Fight Council Election Loss

District 4 loser takes fight to Texas Supreme Court

"...2014 city election, which anointed the first Austin 10-1 districted Council, is over and done, and superseded by the..."

Aug. 25, 2017 News Feature by Michael King

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