Naked City

Headlines and happenings from Austin and beyond

"...bargaining" (that is, adopted by democratic vote) with the firefighters union – complete with a graph showing that we..."

May 7, 2004 News Feature by Mike Clark-Madison

Don't Worry, Be Happy:

City Hall's left wing carries the day as the budget season draws to a close

"...aside by Futrell for a 2% raise for Austin firefighters -- a deal brokered last week by McCracken et..."

Sept. 12, 2003 News Feature by Mike Clark-Madison

The Budget Scorecard

"...dead. At least four council members -- and the firefighters' union -- will cut a proposed 2% raise for..."

Sept. 5, 2003 News Feature

Re: Resisting Evildoers

Defense against one's enemies presents a conflict for individuals who identify themselves as members of a Christian society instructed to turn the other cheek.

"...Richard Gere booed off the stage by Ground Zero's firefighters and police officers for suggesting that Americans view September..."

Nov. 16, 2001 Column by Michael Ventura

Changed Forever

Scenes and voices from Austin's reaction to the attacks

"...-- Ray Carlin, Army, Vietnam VeteranFirefighters Memorial The Capitol, Sept. 21, 7:30pm A sweet country..."

Sept. 28, 2001 News Feature by Michael May

Disaster Relief

In the wake of last week's terrorist attacks on New York City and Washington, D.C., Austin theatre artists are doing their part to help out: raising funds for disaster relief from audiences attending their shows.

"...Impossible Dream," by collecting donations for the New York Firefighters 9-11 Relief Fund, with proceeds going to assist the..."

Sept. 21, 2001 Arts Feature by Robert Faires

Somebody Has to Die

The conviction of Robert Springsteen in the yogurt shop murders leaves many questions unanswered.

"...According to media reports at the time, nearly 50 firefighters responded to the call. After extinguishing the flames they..."

June 15, 2001 News Feature by Jordan Smith

Texas Law Would Make Law Enforcement Misconduct Records More Secretive

New law would create “G file” for all state law enforcement agencies

"...to Texas cities interested in providing police officers and firefighters with unique job protections (voters in cities wishing to..."

April 4, 2025 News Feature by Austin Sanders

SXSW Conference Taps Issa Rae, Signal and Colossal Leads for Keynotes

Lineup drop also adds Kevin Bacon, Hideo Kojima, Last of Us cast & crew

"...Breaking Barriers by Turning Prisoners into Firefighters: In January 2025, wildfire devastated L.A. and a little..."

Feb. 11, 2025 SXSW Post by Kimberley Jones

Blitz

Steve McQueen's history of the London air raids misses the target

"...filmmaker in those moments. The opening scene of nameless firefighters trying in vain to stop a catastrophic blaze is..."

Nov. 8, 2024 Movie Review by Richard Whittaker

Headlines / Quote of the Week

"...Firefighters Get Their ContractAfter years of heated negotiations and about..."

Sept. 15, 2023 News Feature

One Woman’s Battle for Justice After a Cop’s Reckless Driving Killed Her Partner

One moment destroyed Pam Watts' life and created an activist

"...on Watts; she begged them to help her partner. Firefighters arrived and began cutting through the compacted metal. They..."

Sept. 16, 2022 News Feature by Brant Bingamon

City Offers Pennies, Not Dollars, to Austin EMS

Medics find proposal insulting and inadequate amid enormous staffing crunch

"...Austin Police Association and, later this year, the Austin Firefighters Association...."

April 15, 2022 News Feature by Austin Sanders

City Hall Focuses on Housing Costs, EMS Talks

Council to consider resolution evaluating impact of zoning on housing supply

"...2022. Negotiations with the Austin Police Association and Austin Firefighters Association will begin early next year. On Dec. 2,..."

Dec. 3, 2021 News Feature by Austin Sanders

Halloween Kills

The Shape is back from the dead again

"...of the cellar and butcher a whole station of firefighters...."

Oct. 22, 2021 Movie Review by Richard Whittaker

Battle Over APD Staffing Gets Louder

Election Ticker: Battle over APD staffing gets louder

"...to oppose Prop A. The PAC joins the Austin Firefighters Association PAC and AFSCME Local 1624 in opposing the..."

Oct. 22, 2021 News Feature by Austin Sanders

Titane

Cannes-winning chaotic drama is a new reflection on body horror

"...a woman just wanting to go home. Large, buff firefighters dance to thumping music, arms flailing and heads swishing..."

Oct. 1, 2021 Movie Review by Jenny Nulf

Day Trips: 9/11 Flight Crew Memorial, Grapevine

Poignant monument pays tribute to those who lost their lives

"...the 33 airline employees, 71 law enforcement officers, 343 firefighters, and 2,977 civilians who lost their lives 20 years..."

Sept. 10, 2021 Column by Gerald E. McLeod

Those Who Wish Me Dead

Angelina Jolie jumps in the fire in this action-thriller

"...starring Angelina Jolie as a former smoke jumper (those firefighters who parachute into infernos) who ends up protecting a..."

May 21, 2021 Movie Review by Richard Whittaker

Silo

Farming accident drama is more than just a long PSA

"...part of the box office to the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation, the Progressive Agriculture Foundation, and the John Bowne..."

May 7, 2021 Movie Review by Richard Whittaker

May 1 Special Election Results: Austin Voters Tell City Leaders What They Don't Like

Austin voters tell city leaders what they don’t like

"...Police Oversight, and an even bigger victory to Austin's firefighters, the only city employees with collective bargaining rights that..."

May 7, 2021 News Feature by Mike Clark-Madison

May 1 Special Election Results: First Five Win, Last Three Lose

$1 million buys camping ban; strong-mayor couldn't be weaker

"...big progressive wins to wrap up the ballot.The Austin Firefighters Association scored a 4-to-1 victory for Proposition A,while a..."

May 1, 2021 News Post by Mike Clark-Madison

May 1 Special Election Early Voting Results Are In

Big lead for Prop B, even bigger deficit for Prop F

"...That leaves two: Proposition A, backed by Austin's firefighters, is winning handily, and Proposition C, to give City..."

May 1, 2021 News Post by Mike Clark-Madison

What's on the May 1 Ballot?

Voters will decide "strong-mayor" leadership, public camping ban, and other local propositions

"...Prop A: Charter amendment allowing the Austin Firefighters Association to force the city into binding arbitration if..."

March 5, 2021 News Feature by Beth Sullivan

Election Ticker: From the Council Dais to Round Rock

Endorsements are rolling in for March 2020 Primary

"...item, above, originally reported in error that the Austin Firefighters Association had endorsed Erin Martinson for District Attorney. The..."

Jan. 24, 2020 News Feature by Michael King

2019's Big Stories Shaping Austin's Path Into a New Decade

Never a slow news day

"...from local survivors and advocates. In November, the Austin Firefighters Association launched the "No (D.A.) Moore" campaign, sharing stories..."

Dec. 20, 2019 News Feature by the News Staff

Delia Garza "Seriously Considering" Run for County Attorney

Supporters launch "Progressive Justice Now" draft campaign

"...Eddie Rodriguez, Celia Israel; and leaders of the Austin Firefighters Association and the EMS Employees Association...."

July 18, 2019 News Post by Austin Sanders

Travis County D.A. Kicks Off Reelection Bid

Margaret Moore says Travis County can be both “safe and progressive”

"...Also, on Friday, Austin Firefighters Association President Bob Nicks issued a statement critical of..."

May 31, 2019 News Feature by Michael King

Fire Chief Goes Easy on Accused Harasser

Wrist-slap for captain’s rude, sexist “horseplay”

"...does not agree, releasing a statement through the Austin Firefighters Association slamming the closed-door process. She said she had..."

Feb. 9, 2019 News Post by Nina Hernandez

Election Ticker: The Final Countdown

Vote-pocalypse now!

"...Estate Council of Austin, Austin Board of Realtors, Austin Firefighters Public Safety Fund – have begun to throw in,..."

Nov. 2, 2018 News Feature by Mike Clark-Madison

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