The Common Law

E-mail privacy: Can my boss read my e-mails?

"...Does an employee have a right of privacy in e-mails sent over an employer's e-mail system?..."

May 12, 2006 Column by Brandy Wingate

The Latest Effects of Coronavirus on Texas Elections

Abbott postpones run-offs, Dems sue to expand vote-by-mail

"...14, and the Texas Democratic Party sued to expand vote-by-mail...."

March 23, 2020 News Post by Michael King

City Hall Hustle: Absence of Evidence Is Not Evidence of Absence

The e-mail daisy chain grows longer ... and longer ...

"...'em, those advertisement-type things," the mayor said of spam e-mails he and City Council members had been receiving lately...."

March 25, 2011 News Column by Wells Dunbar

Travis County Will Open Drive-Through Ballot Drop-Offs Beginning Oct. 1

Travis County voters will be able to hand-deliver their mail ballots at three Central Austin locations

"...Travis County voters will be able to hand-deliver their mail ballots at three drive-through locations. The County Clerk's Office..."

Sept. 18, 2020 News Feature by Beth Sullivan

Public Notice: Voting, Any Way You Want

Voting by mail ... or with your pocketbook, just for fun

"...we stand from day to day on the Texas vote-by-mail policy, you're not alone. Can you get a mail..."

May 22, 2020 News Column by Nick Barbaro

Democrats and Abbott Settle in Voter Suppression/Fraud Case

Both sides claim victory

"...saying that they were merely trying to deliver the mail-in ballots of a friend or relative, and that the..."

May 28, 2008 News Post by Lee Nichols

The Common Law

Unsolicited items in the mail – what happens if the item is for someone else?

"...The FTC recommends that you mail the sender a letter (using certified mail and keeping..."

Dec. 2, 2005 Column by Melissa Devine

The Common Law

Free stuff - is it really free?

"...You open your mailbox to find a free item from a company that..."

Nov. 25, 2005 Column by Melissa Devine

Pushing the Envelope

For years, mail art has been enlivening the world's postal systems and creating a "meeting of minds" among creative types across the world. Three Austin artists are profiled in a look at the history and continuing appeal of mail art.

"...it to you through the postal system. Is that mail art? Say you get a letter from a stranger,..."

March 23, 2001 Arts Feature by Wayne Alan Brenner

Picture Bride

"...Director/co-screenwriter Hatta drew on her grandmother's experiences as a mail-order bride from Japan to write -- with her sister..."

Aug. 11, 1995 Movie Review by Alison Macor

Supremes to Texas Voters: Drop Dead

U.S. Supreme Court Won't Lift Stay on Vote by Mail

"...have allowed all Texas voters to do so by mail. The order reads: "The application to vacate stay presented..."

June 26, 2020 News Post by Michael King

RIP Outbox

Austin-based mail service closes up shop

"...We confess we had our doubts about the Austin-based..."

Jan. 22, 2014 Screens Post by Monica Riese

Naked City

The Statesman's editorial page editor eats his words

"...(see "Naked City," Jan. 2) included copies of an e-mail exchange between Wynn and Garcia after the two played..."

Jan. 30, 2004 News Feature by Amy Smith

The Best New Year’s Eve Concerts Happening in Austin

Eleven live music options to ring in 2024, from Snail Mail to Gary Clark Jr.

"...Snail Mail, Narrow HeadMohawk, $42.50..."

Dec. 22, 2023 Music Column by Carys Anderson

Texas Voter Suppression Law Violates Civil Rights, Judge Rules

A bench trial over Senate Bill 1 is set for next month

"...Remember how the state threw tens of thousands of..."

Aug. 18, 2023 News Post by Maggie Q. Thompson

We Have an Issue: What’s Next, and How Fast Can We Get There?

In this week's issue, the rallying cry to defund police catches on, and Republicans try to quash vote by mail for good

"...on Texas Republican leaders' efforts to prevent vote by mail. Anyone with a brain knows VBM reduces risk of..."

June 12, 2020 Column by Kimberley Jones

Naked City

Political consultant Ted Delisi, whose work for Gov. George W. Bush and other clients has drawn criticism in recent months, leaves his full-time position as Attorney General John Cornyn's press aide.

"...Delisi and his business partner, Todd Olsen, bought the mailing lists and other assets of the political consulting firm..."

Jan. 14, 2000 News Feature by Robert Bryce

Texas Voting Rights Groups, Voters Sue Gov. Abbott Over Order Closing Ballot Delivery Sites

One location per county is unconstitutional, suit argues

"...Abbott issued a proclamation requiring Texas counties to limit mail-in ballot hand delivery sites to one location per county...."

Oct. 2, 2020 News Post by Beth Sullivan

So You Want to Vote

A flowchart to help guide you through mail-in ballots, voter registration

Sept. 4, 2020 News Feature by James Renovitch

Early Voting Results for the Primary Run-off and Special Election

José Garza takes sizable lead in D.A. race & more Travis Co. numbers

"...Garza racked up a 68%-32% lead in early and mail voting that is unlikely to be reversed by E-Day..."

July 14, 2020 News Post by the News Staff

Open for Business: The 25th Annual Austin Chronicle Short Story Contest

Now accepting your stories by snail mail or – wait for it – online

"...now accept submissions electronically as well as by snail mail. On the contest homepage of the Chronicle website –..."

Jan. 20, 2017 Arts Feature by Robert Faires

Nocturnal Animals

A dark meditation on regret and revenge

"...happens, the next day a package arrives in the mail containing an advance proof of Edward’s first book, titled..."

Nov. 18, 2016 Movie Review by Marc Savlov

The BFG

Steven Spielberg tackles Roald Dahl’s 1982 children's book

"...insomniac, she passes her nights in the orphanage sorting mail, reading Dickens, and shouting “oi!” at village drunks, roistering..."

July 1, 2016 Movie Review by Kimberley Jones

Arlo & Julie

Steve Mims concocts a mischievous story about a happy, if rudderless Austin couple

"...are upended when a puzzle piece arrives in the mail with no note or return address. The next day,..."

May 8, 2015 Movie Review by Kimberley Jones

Love Letter From a Boston Performance Duo

They Gotta Be Secret Agents deliver a kind, personal note

"...– an actual, handwritten, stamped-and-addressed letter – in the mail? The feeling of receiving a personal note, prepared with..."

Dec. 20, 2011 Arts Post by Elizabeth Cobbe

Fired Up

This new teen sex comedy is both sexist and prudish.

"...to wonder if royalty checks are already in the mail. Here’s the recipe: Take two best friends, one laid-back..."

Feb. 20, 2009 Movie Review by Josh Rosenblatt

Sex and Death 101

This serial-killer comedy, which screened during Fantastic Fest, is a self-indulgent, snarky, scattershot affair.

"...manner of nonsense occurs. First, Blank receives an anonymous e-mail listing not only the 29 women he’s slept with..."

April 11, 2008 Movie Review by Josh Rosenblatt

Spears Clarifies Voter ID Position, Points Out Maxey Error

Incumbent accuses challenger of lying

"...In a campaign e-mail today, incumbent Travis County Tax Assessor-Collector Nelda Wells Spears..."

Feb. 15, 2008 News Post by Lee Nichols

10 Questions for the Dalai Lama

His Holiness, the 14th Dalai Lama of Tibet, is truly a spiritual leader for the 21st century.

"...is intelligent life on other planets. He has an e-mail address, and we see a room full of robed..."

June 1, 2007 Movie Review by Marrit Ingman

Shut Up and Sing

The Dixie Chicks' struggle with the conflicting demands of art and commerce as portrayed in this documentary shows that they're still not ready to make nice.

"...group in history, was subject to death threats, hate mail, and nonexistent record sales and touring opportunities. This documentary..."

Nov. 17, 2006 Movie Review by Marjorie Baumgarten

« 1    ‹ BACK    1   2   3   4   5   6   7   8   9   10     NEXT ›    34 »