Fantastic Fest 2015: Untangling the Doglegs

Director Heath Cozens on Japan's disabled pro-wrestling league

"...to its extreme, because many of them have profound disabilities...."

Sept. 25, 2015 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

APD's Sleep Disorder

The APD praised a longtime officer – until she claimed a disability

"...years as an officer, Amy Lynch's star was rising within the Austin Police Department. After graduating from the academy..."

Aug. 24, 2012 News Feature by Jordan Smith

White Cane Day

Austin to host nation's largest White Cane Day parade

"...the independence that the classic white cane gives to people living with vision loss. Tuesday will see the nation's..."

Oct. 12, 2009 News Post by Richard Whittaker

Talking Travis: Eddie Rodriguez

The district 51 rep talks fresh priorities and fresh fruit

"...But with the 81st session in its final weeks, like every..."

May 13, 2009 News Post by Richard Whittaker

Letter from Edinburgh

Secession, Scottish style - Texas, it ain't

"...the brink of radical transformation. As we write, the people of Scotland are debating the future of their country...."

Sept. 17, 2014 News Post by Akwugo Emejulu

Panel Recap: Hack Ability: Open Source Disability Tech

Liz Henry talks about what the web can do for disabled persons

"...audience borrowed one from the “What Makes You Smile” people next door who were raising money for cleft palate..."

March 17, 2009 Screens Post by Rebecca Farr

Your Weekend in Film

More than mere faces in the crowd

"...Some people you remember, most you don't. Those featured in the..."

Oct. 12, 2017 Screens Post by The Screens Staff

Wish List: Meals on Wheels Requests Deliverers

Remember your homebound neighbors

"...ensures the delivery of approximately 2,000 meals a day with one goal in mind: keeping Austin residents in their..."

Dec. 22, 2016 News Post by Montinique Monroe

The Daily Hustle: 10/11/10

House the Homeless founder now author

"...With a recent presentation on permanent supportive housing – a..."

Oct. 11, 2010 News Post by Wells Dunbar

Anchia: Fraser's Voter ID Bill Is Dead

Democrats' point man thinks even some Republicans can't go for it

"...on over. That bill will definitely disenfranchise seniors, and people with disabilities, and ethnic and racial minorities. I worry..."

March 13, 2009 News Post by Lee Nichols

Council Dives Deep Into Racism at APD, Land Use

Busy week isn't over yet, with development code hearing Saturday

"...City Council had a busy week, with two work sessions focused on the Land Development Code,..."

Dec. 6, 2019 News Post by Austin Sanders

Your Guide to the Weekend Resistance

A breakdown of inauguration weekend counterprotests

"...resistance against politics of fear and hate, and solidarity with the multiple communities the incoming administration has promised to..."

Jan. 19, 2017 News Post by Sarah Marloff

2011: Bring It On

Celebrities dish up their New Year's resolutions

"...some high-profile Austinites – musicians, artists, socialites, politicians, business people – for their New Year's resolutions or wishes. For..."

Dec. 28, 2010 Chronolog Post by R.U. Steinberg

A Change in Direction for the Texas Civil Rights Project

New leadership doesn't sit well with the old guard

"...fight for racial, social, and economic justice will continue with or without" TCRP. "Rebel With Many Causes"..."

Aug. 3, 2018 News Feature by Nina Hernandez

Big Medium Closes, Leaving a Void in Austin’s Art Scene

Loss of nonprofit puts future of Austin Studio Tours in question

"...Austin's creative community has been dealt another devastating blow with the announcement that one of its key institutions, nonprofit..."

Feb. 25, 2025 Arts Post by Richard Whittaker

New Study Shows How Scooters Can Hurt

City works with CDC to analyze injuries to riders; Lege weighs in

"...A study commissioned by Austin Public Health in conjunction with the Centers for Disease Control found that about 20..."

May 10, 2019 News Feature by Austin Sanders

REV UP the Vote

A local campaign aims to boost the disability vote

"...People with disabilities represented more than a fifth of the..."

July 15, 2016 News Feature by Annamarya Scaccia

Opinion: Surviving Whole in a Broken System

Caregiver violence is a form of abuse that affects thousands of Texans with disabilities. And yet, there is a constant need for more caregivers.

"...abuse even more in the shadows: the abuse of people with disabilities by their caregivers...."

Nov. 19, 2021 Column by Renee Lopez

ADA Anniversary

"...for more than 50 million American children and adults with disabilities. 24 years ago, the Americans with Disabilities Act..."

July 22, 2014 Postmarks

Evicted and Helpless

Disabled residents to be forced out of state supported living center

"...center notifying them that Jason, and about 70 other people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, would be forced out..."

Sept. 19, 2014 News Feature by Mary Tuma

Access Denied

Cap Metro saving money means hardship for neediest riders

"...seen driving around town. Because those vehicles are shared with other customers, they come with a set of rules..."

July 8, 2011 News Feature by Lee Nichols

Can't Get There From Here

While suburban rail spends and stumbles, Cap Metro's transit-dependent riders wait at the end of the line

"...directors, insists it doesn't share Ernestine's sentiment. But for people who truly depend on public transit for their basic..."

Jan. 22, 2010 News Feature by Lee Nichols

Naked City

Off the Desk:

"..."A national championship. It's distinctly possible, but I'll go with a 10-1 record." And he continued, "In the absence..."

Oct. 31, 1997 News Feature

Outdated Mindset

"...promotes a mindset dating back to the Fifties that people with disabilities belong in institutions, such as the Austin..."

Aug. 27, 2014 Postmarks

Ill-Adapted

Lawsuits filed against Austin venues for alleged ADA violations

"...this week for alleged violations of the federal Americans With Disabilities Act. Partly to mark the July 26 anniversary..."

July 29, 2011 News Feature by Michael King

Cap Metro Changes: 'Lipstick on a Pig'

Activists for people with disabilities trying to thwart transit plans

"...Activists for people with disabilities are still trying to put the brakes..."

Dec. 17, 2010 News Feature by Lee Nichols

Limited Access: Cap Metro Gets Tough on Paratransit

Cap Metro changes could leave disabled customers without a ride

"...paratransit service (vans and other vehicles that transport passengers with disabilities who are unable to use regular fixed-route service)..."

Oct. 1, 2010 News Feature by Lee Nichols

Coming up for AIR: Austin's Accessibility Internet Rally

"...been marginalized, cut off from an experience that many people take for granted...."

Feb. 28, 2003 Screens Feature by Jon Lebkowsky

Sun to Set on Severely Disabled Patients

Austin State Supported Living Center cottages to be shuttered

"...center notifying them that Justin, and roughly 70 other people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, would be forced out..."

Aug. 15, 2014 News Feature by Mary Tuma

New Year = New Transit Fares

Bus-dependent riders say Cap Metro favoring suburbanites

"...and MetroExpress). Also, for the first time, seniors and people with disabilities will be charged a fare, albeit half-price...."

Nov. 19, 2010 News Feature by Lee Nichols

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