Chronicle Endorsements for the Propositions on the November Ballot

November 2021 Statewide General Election and City of Austin Special Election

"...for many years was to recommend voting down any and all proposed Texas constitutional amendments (there have been more..."

Oct. 15, 2021 News Feature by The Chronicle Editorial Board

Council: I Get Around

On Birds, byways, and bridges

"...last month, recently ordered its upstart companies – Bird, LimeBike, and Spin – to halt activity until they each..."

April 27, 2018 News Feature by Nina Hernandez

Historic Landmarks With Killer Views

Putting Austin in perspective

"...highway quickly opens up to reveal the city’s depth and expansiveness...."

June 15, 2016 Columns Post by Shaundra Smith

Austin in a Winter Wonderland

Three recommended books and a couple of holiday wishes

"...All Ye Faithful Townies Weird City: Sense of Place and Creative Resistance in Austin, Texasby Joshua Long University of..."

Dec. 3, 2010 News Feature

Calling All Citizens

The Comprehensive Plan and the waterfront need engaged Austinites

"..."Where do we want to go? Who and what does Austin aspire to be in 10, 20,..."

July 31, 2009 News Feature by Katherine Gregor

Austin’s Best Free Summer Events

From museums to live music to yoga to bats, Austin has it all

"...to new favorites, Austin’s lineup of free live music and events in the worlds of art, yoga, and theatre..."

July 15, 2022 Events Post by Mazzy Oliver Smallwood

The Staycationer: Hotel ZaZa Austin

Your Close-to-Home Guide to Getting Away

"...Before the ongoing coronavirus pandemic and lockdown restrictions, Austin tourism was at an all-time..."

April 14, 2021 Food Post by Veronica Meewes

7 Central Texas Destination Restaurants Worth the Trip

Travel guide-worthy dining and tucked-away spots near Austin

"...Summer fun is synonymous with food and travel, and Central Texas is #blessed to have more..."

May 17, 2019 Food Feature by Jessi Cape

Introducing Grizzly Hall

Former Emo’s co-owner Jason Sabala opens new Eastside venue

"...The longtime Emo’s affiliate has torn down the scoreboards and televisions at his alternative sports bar, Midway Field House,..."

April 26, 2016 Music Post by Kevin Curtin

Where the Sidewalks End

Austin's patchwork sidewalk system has a history – and just maybe a better future

"...If you're in Austin, and you're trying to get from point A to point..."

July 11, 2014 News Feature by Richard Whittaker

Our Bodies, Our Cars

Time to walk the walk on making cities healthy

"...was co-organized with the national Centers for Disease Control and Pre­ven­tion. Both organizations address public health through the design..."

June 11, 2010 News Feature by Katherine Gregor

The Downtown Austin Plan

The city unveils its Downtown Plan in progress

"...As Downtown grows and evolves, can the city's urban heart become a great..."

Jan. 11, 2008 News Feature by Katherine Gregor

Homemade History

Las Manitas, the Pérez sisters, and a usable past

"...hangout where everyone in town meets, greets, exchanges gossip, and maintains the ties that bind. If Las Manitas does..."

July 21, 2006 News Feature by Katherine Gregor

Transforming a Neighborhood Near You

Since 1985, Austin's Art in Public Places program has placed more than 100 works in 57 facilities, transforming not only the look of the city but neighborhoods and the lives of people in them.

"...them out. The city, a neighborhood association, an artist. And then everything changes for that wall. The wall becomes..."

Dec. 20, 2002 Arts Feature by Sarah Hepola

Vision of a New Republic

Plans for the Revitalization of Republic Square

"...on the historic downtown parks (Republic Square, Wooldridge Park, and Brush Square). "That's when we began the process of..."

July 13, 2001 News Feature by Chale Nafus

The Promised Land

Jews and Neighbors Lay Competing Claims

"...a swimming complex, two ball fields, two tennis courts, and hike-and-bike trails on eight acres of the 40-acre site...."

March 6, 1998 News Column by Mike Clark-Madison

Hitting the Trails

City Trails Vision Provokes Suburban Wrath

"...Envision this: more than 400 miles of new hike- and-bike trails along creeks throughout Travis, Hays, and Williamson..."

Nov. 15, 1996 News Feature

Night Bikes: First Step to 24-Hour Trails?

Council approves overnight bike use of city trails

"...trails to get home at night – finding the bike paths a much safer option than the congested, drunken..."

March 1, 2013 News Feature by Elizabeth Pagano

On the Waterfront

As development accelerates along Town Lake, Austin faces urgent choices

"...sparring. For its relevance to the high-rise development pressures and urban-planning issues once again shaping up on Town Lake's..."

Jan. 19, 2007 News Feature by Katherine Gregor

In the Works

Pending Bike Projects

"...Here's a list of pending city of Austin bike projects – funded with 1998 bonds, federal grants, and..."

May 26, 2006 News Feature

The Joy of Bicycling in Austin

A one-person sociological study of springtime biking where every ride is his favorite

"...impulsive ass happens to be riding upon the heaviest bike on planet Earth – a 1960s Royal De Luxe..."

April 21, 2023 Arts Feature by Kevin Curtin

Austin's Waterloo

Taking a Walk along Waller

"...drainage ditch, it's an eyesore. It's a sidewalk, a hike-and-bike, a shopping arcade, and a shooting gallery. It's a..."

July 7, 1995 News Feature by Mike Clark-Madison

Tunnel Vision

The New Waller Creek

"...And now, a flashback: "Many observers feel that, despite the..."

July 12, 1996 News Feature by Mike Clark-Madison

Is Lady Bird Lake for Sale?

"...Lake. For months, the For Sale sign has been and is on the south side (of course) of the..."

July 20, 2008 Postmarks

Shame on City Leaders Over Town Lake

"...24]. At the same time, shame on our mayor and our City Council who continue to serve the special..."

Jan. 8, 2007 Postmarks

Five Austin Activities for the Whole Family

Got a house full of guests this holiday? Here’s how to entertain ’em.

"...wheels … that’s a whole different story. Rent a bike from an Austin B-cycle station or grab one of..."

Dec. 21, 2018 Events Post by Shalavé Cawley

Does MACC put Town Lake Residents at Risk?

The proposed Mexican-American Cultural Center may block fire access to the adjacent Villas on Town Lake.

"...end of Red River Street. Partially hidden by trees and lush landscaping, the four-story Villas offer views of the..."

May 30, 2003 News Feature by Lauri Apple

Jingle Bell Rides! Not Walk!

"...sewn-on jingle bells). My bicycle – decked out in red-and-white bows, complete with Dr. Seuss’ Grinch strapped to its..."

Dec. 26, 2007 Postmarks

Naked City

Off the Desk:

"...event. The tax-funded school has trained Latin American leaders and soldiers now held responsible for various human rights abuses...."

Nov. 7, 1997 News Feature

City's Poor Planning Is Criminal?

"...Let the city deconstruct just one of these developments, and let the responsible staffers be prosecuted. Hence Mr. Barbaro..."

May 21, 2014 Postmarks

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