Naked City

"...voting for the two ACC run-offs runs May 19-28, with the election scheduled for June 1...."

May 17, 2002 News Feature by Lauri Apple

TILT Performance Group's Zombie Prom

This musical is kitschy Halloween fun but with something to say about being different

"...the acting company of TILT is primarily comprised of people with special needs, disabilities, unique abilities ... the proper..."

Oct. 27, 2017 Arts Review by Shanon Weaver

Paying Out of Pocket for Autism

Needed treatment deemed "not cost-effective" by city insurer

"...the older of her two children had been diagnosed with autism. The news was not surprising – 2-year-old Quintin..."

March 27, 2015 News Feature by Chase Hoffberger

The Revolution Will Be Printed in 3-D

Great hope or so much hype?

"...There's nothing wrong with listening to nerdy panelists discuss some hip, new technology...."

March 8, 2013 Screens Feature by Jeff Winkler

Then There's This: Another Swipe at Austin Energy

State report calls for slashing low-income assistance program

"...In documents filed last week with the Public Utility Commission of Texas – the agency..."

Feb. 22, 2013 News Column by Amy Smith

City Hall Hustle: Got an App for That?

From the lobby to the parks, council has an item for you

"...is heavy on the substantive ones, but let's begin with a Purchasing Office item, albeit one the council's repeatedly..."

Oct. 21, 2011 News Column by Wells Dunbar

Naked City

News briefs from Austin, the region, and elsewhere

"...law does not change the potential criminal penalties associated with the offenses it covers but should save money and..."

Dec. 12, 2008 News Feature

On the Lege

Looking back at the Lege through local eyes

"...are rather perplexed by her repeated vows to stick with Craddick, at least publicly, even as his circle of..."

June 8, 2007 News Column by Amy Smith

FronteraFest 2003

It's time again for that annual performance jamboree FronteraFest, and time to mark its first decade of presenting Austin with adventuresome new theatre, comedy, dance, and spoken word by anyone with the courage or folly to take a stage.

"...multidisciplinary, spoken-word, neo-soul/funk musical? Can you handle the "Interview With U.S. Secretary of Defense Donald Rumsfeld, Translated Into English"?..."

Jan. 17, 2003 Arts Feature by Robert Faires

Qmmunity Gift Guide 2021

Look good, feel good this holigay season with Austin’s LGBTQIA makers

"...curated selection of goods made by local LGBTQIA makers with the purpose of helping Austin’s queer community continue thriving..."

Dec. 2, 2021 Qmmunity Post by James Scott

March 2020 Club Endorsements

Who's backing whom in the Democratic primary?

"...us know if we missed something by emailing newseditor@austinchronicle.com with the subject "CLUB ENDORSEMENTS." U.S. Senate..."

Feb. 4, 2020 News Post

Nothing Succeeds Like Access

"...careen to the theatre, and slide into your seat with a few minutes to spare. Imagine having to arrange..."

June 11, 1999 Arts Feature by Dawn Davis

A World of Their Own

Growing Population

"...out of AISD's 9,400 special education students -- diagnosed with autism. Except for one known genetic factor, called Fragile..."

June 4, 1999 News Feature by Spike Gillespie

Naked City

AG Greg Abbott -- of all people -- says Texas isn't liable under the federal law.

"...a lawsuit charging that the state does not comply with the Americans With Disabilities Act. Texas was sued in..."

Dec. 26, 2003 News Feature by Michael King

MAGA Moms and the Republican Resistance to School Vouchers

Make education public again

"...years. We’ve got three kids. I’ve stayed at home with them every single second of their lives. And I..."

March 21, 2025 News Feature by Brant Bingamon

Local Businesses' ADA Compliance Questioned

Texas Civil Rights Project launches barrage of lawsuits against businesses it alleges are failing to comply with ADA statutes requiring equal access for persons with disabilities

"...Rights Project marked the 17th anniversary of the Americans With Disabilities Act last week by launching a barrage of..."

Aug. 3, 2007 News Feature by Justin Ward

Disappointed in Colbert

"...when Stephen Colbert made bipolar disorder into a joke, without a hint of irony or self-awareness, while interviewing Claire..."

March 2, 2012 Postmarks

Cap Metro: The Fewer the Merrier

Budget cuts target Cap Metro's most vulnerable riders

"...that increased service will actually be used by fewer people and the financial reserves will be attained partially by..."

Sept. 17, 2010 News Feature by Lee Nichols

One in a Crowd: Life Without Color

New color blindness doc seeks crowdfunding

"...There are many disabilities in this world: some obvious, some more hidden, some..."

April 24, 2015 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

LoneStarCon 3: The Jo Walton Interview

The Hugo-winning author of 'Among Others' really loves books

"...out, among others, George R. R. Martin’s A Dance with Dragons for a win that surprised many...."

Aug. 30, 2013 Books Post by Amy Gentry

Pointing Fingers

Local NAACP leaders recently announced the results of their inquiry into the June shooting death of 23-year-old Sophia King, leveling much of the responsibility on the Housing Authority of the city of Austin.

"...of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People announced the results of their inquiry into the June..."

Aug. 9, 2002 News Feature by Jordan Smith

About AIDS

The U.S. Supreme Court has refused to hear an appeal against an insurance company's cap on lifetime benefits for AIDS treatment.

"...Chicago. The appeals court ruled that while the Americans with Disabilities Act ensures access to insurance, it does not..."

Jan. 28, 2000 Column by Sandy Bartlett

Austin Plans Its First All Abilities Playground on Onion Creek

The right to play

"...universally accessible playground, geared toward kids and their caregivers with disabilities and special needs. The Austin Parks Foundation and..."

Jan. 12, 2024 News Feature by Brant Bingamon

Headlines / Quote of the Week

"...Medical Center for Michael Hickson, a 46-year-old Black man with disabilities who died there last month after being admitted..."

July 10, 2020 News Feature

Snapshot: SAGE Studio’s Fall Show

Eastside gallery space gives artists with intellectual and developmental disabilities a place to shine

"...providing a big boost for the art of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities...."

Sept. 28, 2018 Arts Column by David Brendan Hall

Res Publica

Citizens' calendar, Sept. 23-30

"...LEGISLATIVE FORUM: DISABILITIES Join the discussion about services for people with intellectual..."

Sept. 24, 2010 News Feature

The Digital Divide

SXSW discusses who isn't online, and why

"..."Farmer Bob." However, the FCC defines four categories of people who don't have or use computers:..."

March 16, 2010 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Postmarks

Neighbors relate their own housing crunches in response to last week's cover story.

"...higher than minimum-wage jobs that don't require higher education. Without industry the only thing keeping the Eastside from being..."

Aug. 4, 2000 Column

Naked City

Headlines and happenings from Austin and beyond

"...the unbelievable excitement in the room, watching so many people yell and chant for my father, I could not..."

July 30, 2004 News Feature by Mike Clark-Madison

COVID at AISD: Union Lodges Grievances as District Plays Hardball

Education Austin files over 100 grievances on behalf of teachers denied accommodations for spring semester

"...staff risks during the COVID-19 pandemic violates the Americans With Disabilities Act. However, the grievances likely won't come before..."

Dec. 25, 2020 News Feature by Clara Ence Morse

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