AI Experts Gather in Austin to Consider Ethics, White Men, and Mass Layoffs

Preparing for an AI world

"...House unveiled a Blueprint for an AI Bill of Rights. It included calls for “safe and effective systems,” “algorithmic..."

Sept. 25, 2023 News Post by Benton Graham

Everything You Need to Know if ICE Knocks on Your Door

Know your rights

"...enforcement under Trump, remember that you still have guaranteed rights under the Constitution...."

July 26, 2019 News Feature by Mary Tuma

Texas Reproductive Health Advocates Lay Out Legislative Agenda

“Trust. Respect. Access.” campaign combines progressive forces

"...by a few more progressive seats this session, reproductive rights and justice advocates at the Capitol on Wednesday morning..."

March 6, 2019 News Post by Mary Tuma

SXSW Panel: Keep the Internet International, Not Internal

Combating nations' "race to the bottom" of the web

"...cross borders, uniting nations and spreading ideas about human rights across the globe. But recent government interference on the..."

March 10, 2018 SXSW Post by Tucker Whatley

Austin Excels in LGBTQ Scorecard

Austin continues to lead the nation in offering inclusive policies to the LGBTQ community, according to a new report

"...earned a top score of 100 from the Human Rights Campaign's annual Municipal Equality Index scorecard, released this week...."

Oct. 21, 2016 News Feature by Mary Tuma

Travis County Celebrates Marriage Equality

Clerk issues 313 marriage licenses by close of business

"...by Texas – a state notoriously hostile to gay rights...."

June 26, 2015 News Post by Mary Tuma

Gift Guide: Support Stocking Stuffers

Give a gift that keeps on giving – to your local creatives

"...So as you're pondering what present to present to your loved ones this season, why not consider a gift..."

Dec. 10, 2014 Arts Post by Robert Faires

Abortion Opponents React to HB2 Lawsuit

AG’s office silent, but Lifers denounce suit

"...morning against HB2 by a national coalition of reproductive rights organizations. It only took a day to receive the..."

Sept. 28, 2013 News Post by Michael King

Seale and Balko Visit Peaceful Streets

Police watchers aim to educate public on citizens' rights

"...all-day session geared towards educating the public on citizens' rights during interactions with the fuzz...."

Aug. 16, 2013 News Feature by Chase Hoffberger

Court Rules on Marriage Equality

DOMA struck down, Prop 8 dismissed on standing

"...In a landmark ruling for LGBT rights, this morning the Supreme Court struck down the Defense..."

June 26, 2013 News Post by Brandon Watson

NARAL Stages 'People's Filibuster'

Action against new abortion regulations

"...For supporters of reproductive rights in Texas, today is going to be a very..."

June 20, 2013 News Post by Brandon Watson

Then There's This: Redemption, Texas

Theatre en Bloc Brings one gay rights activist's fight to the stage

"...Austin theatre company is paying homage to the gay rights leader who led the fight to include LGBT protections..."

Sept. 14, 2012 News Column by Amy Smith

EPA Flexes Federal Muscle on Texas Air

Gov. Perry's huffin' and puffin' in defense of dirty air

"...Rick Perry immediately issued a statement flexing his states' rights muscles. In running for re-election, Perry has taken a..."

July 9, 2010 News Feature by Katherine Gregor

Austin Fund Allots $100,000 for Nonprofit Helping Teens Access Abortion

City faces two lawsuits for supporting out-of-state travel

"...“Women’s health and what we do with our bodies has been a topic of conversation nationally, and..."

Nov. 15, 2024 News Feature by Eden Shamy

SXSW Panelists Talk LGBTQ+ Activism and Power

Struggles and hopes in the fight for queer rights

"...at the Capitol to “defend their humanity and the rights of LGBTQ people,” said Ricardo Martinez, CEO of Equality..."

March 10, 2024 SXSW Post by Naina Srivastava

The History and Historiography of MLK/FBI

Sam Pollard on the changing challenges of recording Black history

"...one of the most important documentarians of the civil rights struggle. His latest, MLK/FBI, may be his most challenging..."

Jan. 20, 2021 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Abbott Issues “Safety Action Report” on Gun Violence

Recommendations long on surveillance, short on gun restrictions

"...… after the Santa Fe High School episode, in our ongoing list of brand-named mass shootings...."

Sept. 16, 2019 News Post by Michael King

On the Basis of Sex

RBG biopic focuses on a single case, but blurs the details

"...The second film about Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg in less than a year..."

Jan. 4, 2019 Movie Review by Danielle White

Queer Fundraisers Heat Up January

Who says the holidays have to be the only season for giving?

"...There’s no end of queer events in sight, but our motivation to go out and do things has headed..."

Jan. 16, 2018 Events Post by Sarah Marloff

Bridget Jones's Baby

Third time's a charm, if a bit forgettable

"...of Edge of Reason’s cruel DNA. It’s a welcome course correction. No longer an on-camera punch line, Bridget now..."

Sept. 16, 2016 Movie Review by Kimberley Jones

Senators Hold Meeting to Reaffirm Anti-LGBT Discrimination

State Affairs Committee hearing used as anti-LGBT soapbox

"...their dissatisfaction with the Obergefell v Hodges U.S. Supreme Court marriage equality ruling...."

Feb. 17, 2016 News Post by Mary Tuma

Abbott Cracks Down on Sanctuary Cities

Immigration rights advocates say Abbott is merely pandering to his political base

"...Local immigrants' rights advocates aren't overly alarmed about Gov. Greg Abbott's latest..."

Nov. 13, 2015 News Feature by Tony Cantú

This Day in Queer History: One, Inc. v. Olessen

We celebrate a landmark case in the struggle for U.S. LGBTQ rights

"...With the U.S. Supreme Court decision to put same-sex marriages on hold in Utah,..."

Jan. 12, 2014 Qmmunity Post by Lawrence Everett Forbes

Party Rockin’

Judging the Presidential race by its iPod playlists

"...into what that says about their foreign policy, women’s rights, and campaign tactics...."

Oct. 18, 2012 Music Post by Abby Johnston

Lee Leffingwell: 'Think Long-Range'

The incumbent mayor defends his record

"...Austin Chronicle: What do you think are your chief accomplishments? And what are your goals for a..."

April 27, 2012 News Feature by Michael King

'A Tickle In Your Soul'

Chely Wright talks about Atticus Circle, allies, and more

"...Atticus Circle, the Austin-based, national agency that encourages straight people to stand up for gay rights, hosts..."

Jan. 25, 2011 Qmmunity Post by Julie Gillis

Ally Week: Atticus Circle and GLSEN

Two orgs that support LGBT Rights

"...to ensure that respect, safety, and equality happen in our lifetime. No one gets it all done in isolation,..."

Oct. 20, 2010 Qmmunity Post by Julie Gillis

Persepolis

This remarkable animated film tells a contemporary story about an Iranian girl’s coming-of-age while navigating the usual pitfalls of adolescence and the Islamic revolution of the Eighties.

"...executed by the new religious dictatorship. The film’s first half-hour provides a rich framework for understanding the history of..."

Feb. 1, 2008 Movie Review by Marjorie Baumgarten

Postmarks

Our readers talk back.

"...to maintain the status quo. The lack of genuine discourse in government is precisely why so many people are..."

Oct. 24, 2003 Column

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Our readers talk back.

"...legacy of a community. These artifacts, heirlooms, and scientific resources may be cared for by a museum, but they..."

March 21, 2003 Column

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