Proposed Development Would Revive Austin Opera House but Faces Neighbor Opposition

200 Academy Drive: Big hit or last call?

"...motel) or to build up to 36 or 54 units per acre (depending on those units' size) of multifamily..."

Jan. 21, 2022 News Feature by Kevin Curtin

How the Revenue Cap "Reform" Will Affect Austin and Travis County

Senate Bill 2, explained

"...changes to its tax roll – that is, from taxing a larger set of properties, which, in theory, is..."

June 7, 2019 News Feature by Mike Clark-Madison

Senate Bill Could Kill Deal to Build Pro Soccer Stadium in Austin

Precourt argues SB 1771 would “jeopardize the viability of Austin FC”

"...by the committee’s chairman, Paul Bettencourt, R-Houston, would allow taxing jurisdictions which overlap with the city-owned lot to decide..."

April 17, 2019 News Post by Austin Sanders

A New Jail for Travis County?

County moves forward with new women's building despite vote to delay and community outcry

"...to feel the world spinning as her freedom, her community, and her privacy disappear. She knows what it's like..."

Sept. 7, 2018 News Feature by Lindsay Stafford Mader

Council Proposes “Austin Affordability Action Plan”

Looking for ways to balance the budget

"...Chamber's role – Flannigan objected to "demonizing" the business community – and there was puzzlement over the involvement of..."

March 3, 2017 News Feature by Michael King

From the Archive: Welcome to Chaos

Originally published on Nov. 12, 1993: ATCEMS saves lives every day, but the stresses of the job have high costs

"...dispatcher decides a call is not life-threatening, an Aid Unit is dispatched to the scene. Staffed with two state-certified..."

May 8, 2015 News Feature by Raoul Hernandez

Sparks Flares Over City's SOI Ordinance

Court hearing on anti-discrimination ordinance goes poorly for city

"...moved in while other residents could come into the unit immediately. The threat of having funding cut off from..."

Jan. 30, 2015 News Feature by Mary Tuma

Perry's Vexing Vetoes

Perry kills 24 more bills

"...terminate funding in SB 1 for the Public Integrity Unit of the Travis County District Attorney's office. During a..."

June 21, 2013 News Feature by Richard Whittaker

Perry's Veto Axe Comes Down

Democrats and Republicans of all stripes and experience hit

"...28 vetoes of bills passed. He was an equal opportunity bill killer, hitting Democrats, Republicans and even the Tea..."

June 17, 2013 News Post by Richard Whittaker

The Common Law: High Property Taxes? File a Written Protest

Protest High Property Taxes

"...• Is the property being taxed by the wrong taxing units (i.e., the tax records show the property in..."

May 4, 2012 Column by Luke Ellis

'An Independent Person'

A Conversation With Randi Shade

"...record on a number of things, even to the community that is opposed to me. I stood with Council..."

June 3, 2011 News Feature by Michael King

The Common Law

Protest High Property Taxes

"...• Is the property being taxed by the wrong taxing units (i.e., the tax records show the property in..."

May 6, 2011 Column by Luke Ellis

City Hall Hustle: In the Zone

Land-use issues in all corners of the city dominate council agenda

"...$9,500 yearly abatement from the city, county, and other taxing entitles. While the three properties passed (Shade voting no..."

Aug. 27, 2010 News Column by Wells Dunbar

Common Law

Protest High Property Taxes

"...Is the property being taxed by the wrong taxing units (i.e., the tax records show the property in..."

June 4, 2010 Column by Luke Ellis

Breakdown

Travis County's mental health system is cracking under growing patient load

"...since some time after he began classes at Austin Community College in the 1980s. One time, she said, he..."

June 4, 2010 News Feature by Jordan Smith

Pondering Downtown Condos

Frequently Asked Questions

"...starts could in fact lead to a shortage of units by 2012 or so. Burns said his market stats..."

March 13, 2009 News Feature by Katherine Gregor

Thinking Beyond Coal

Coal mines are mucking up the environment, from the Appalachian mountains to the outskirts of Austin

"...emissions and create a market for emission credits, thereby "taxing" polluters, isn't expected to get a vote until next..."

July 18, 2008 News Feature by Daniel Mottola

The Common Law

Protesting High Property Taxes

"...• Is the property being taxed by the wrong taxing units (i.e., the tax records show the property in..."

May 9, 2008 Column by Luke Ellis

'Chronicle' Endorsements

March 4 primary election

"...length of service and the breadth of legal and community experience to more completely deserve our endorsement at this..."

Feb. 22, 2008 News Feature

'Chronicle' Endorsements

March 4 primary election

"...two really strong candidates for president and the historic opportunity to elect the first woman or the first African-American..."

Feb. 15, 2008 News Feature by The 'Chronicle' News staff

The Common Law

Protesting high property taxes

"...Is the property being taxed by the wrong taxing units (i.e., the tax records show the property in..."

June 8, 2007 Column by Luke Ellis

City Council Notebook

So much stuff before Council this week …

"...and four Citywide Strategic Priorities: Rich Social and Cultural Community; Vibrant Urban Fabric; Healthy, Safe City; and Sustainable Economic..."

April 2, 2007 News Post by Wells Dunbar

The Common Law

Protesting High Property Taxes

"...• Is the property being taxed by the wrong taxing units (i.e., the tax records show the property in..."

June 9, 2006 Column by Luke Ellis

Will Towering Condos Spring to City Approval?

Developers tout proposed high-rise as perfect fit for Downtown; neighbors aren't so sure

"...the area lies beyond the boundaries of the alliance's taxing district...."

Oct. 21, 2005 News Feature by Mike Clark-Madison

Here Comes the Neighborhood

Capital Metro, City Hall, and Eastside neighbors come together to share their hopes -- and fears -- for the Saltillo corridor.

"...office space that inevitably will serve the entire Austin community, not just the barrio. Historically, not everyone has agreed..."

June 27, 2003 News Feature by Lauri Apple

Postmarks

Our readers talk back.

"...The problem with taxing poor people to cure poverty is that, when the..."

Jan. 31, 2003 Column

Mental Health Care Meltdown

The mental health care system for Austin and Travis County is increasingly overwhelmed, with no relief in sight.

"...officer John Coffey. They are, however, surprised at the community's response. King suffered from schizophrenia, and she had a..."

Dec. 20, 2002 News Feature by Jordan Smith

Dancing About Architecture

Emo's employees quit over punk rock protest, the Noise Ordinance is back, as will be the Austin City Limits Music Festival, but not Russell Crowe. SIMS news and more.

"...the bands and then leave. I felt we were taxing our resources, staying open on nights with no bands..."

Nov. 29, 2002 Music Column by Ken Lieck

Austin @ Large: Bulletproofing Betty

Despite being a council freshman, Betty Dunkerley has already taken the lead on health care.

"...PSTF stopped short of endorsing a stand-alone health care taxing district, it came pretty darn close.Betty's Bona Fides And..."

Aug. 30, 2002 News Column by Mike Clark-Madison

Something Short of Miraculous

Months in the making, the city's plan to maintain reproductive services at Brack still raises questions.

"...major achievements as city manager. Yet many reproductive and community health-care advocacy groups anticipated today's problems seven years ago..."

Jan. 11, 2002 News Feature by Lauri Apple

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