Rep. Gina Hinojosa on the 86th Texas Legislature

“We need to have the state pay its fair share into the school finance system”

"...contraceptives (LARC), like IUDs, so now I’ll be filing bills to implement the recommendations of that plan. I’m also..."

Jan. 4, 2019 News Feature by Mary Tuma

Rep. John Bucy III on the 86th Texas Legislature

“We’ve got to do everything we can to keep attention on Medicaid expansion”

"...been less early talk of “wedge issues” – bathroom bills, sanctuary cities and the like – have you been..."

Jan. 4, 2019 News Feature by Michael King

Point Austin: The Gavel Descends

The 86th Texas Legislature: Hoping for the Best ...

"...offense (promoting good legislation) rather than defense (opposing bad bills). The now-stronger Democratic delegation hopes that both the party's..."

Jan. 4, 2019 News Column by Michael King

Beto & Willie Rally the Resistance

Nelson unveils new song “Vote ’Em Out”

"...the rights of the LBGTQ community and against bathroom bills,” and a city that passed a controversial ordinance forcing..."

Sept. 30, 2018 Music Post by Kevin Curtin

Point Austin: The Art of the Possible

A few thoughts on Texas Democratic prospects

"...a real possibility?" In the wake of the actual voting – lost by the "insurgents" with, respectively, 32%, 33%,..."

June 1, 2018 News Column by Michael King

Council: Hush Please … We’re Hiring a City Manager

City requests A.G. ruling to keep search confidential

"...their current positions. Council has waffled on the question, voting to maintain secrecy, while some members also suggested that..."

Nov. 3, 2017 News Feature by Michael King

Bondology

How does one schedule a bond? Very carefully, and with a lot of advance planning.

"...some point over the next 12 days – early voting is underway, with Election Day set for Nov. 7..."

Oct. 27, 2017 News Feature by Richard Whittaker

Texans With Disabilities Physically Barred From Policymakers

The inaccessibility at the Capitol is emblematic of the city at large

"...traction. Only a fraction of the proposed special education bills were approved. In many cases, individuals who wanted to..."

July 28, 2017 News Feature by Taylor Jackson Buchanan

Uber, Lyft Return to Austin Monday

Gov. Abbott expected to sign rideshare bill

"...current meltdown in the House and Senate regarding bathroom bills, school finance, and the budget (see Lege Lines: Respect..."

May 25, 2017 News Post by Richard Whittaker

Marathon House Debate Yields “Show Me Your Papers” Sanctuary Cities Bill

Amendment lets cops question detainees' immigration status

"...Senate Bill 4, authored by Sen. Charles Perry, R-Lubbock,..."

April 27, 2017 News Post by Mary Tuma

Bill of the Week: Planes, High-Speed Trains or Automobiles

Let the lobbyist death match begin

"...I-45. And Creighton is not alone: Over a dozen bills have been filed to add extra impediments to such..."

Feb. 24, 2017 News Feature by Richard Whittaker

State Board of Education Rejects Racist Mexican-American Textbook

Board votes unanimously to dump controversial, error-riddled book

"...Antonio, said on Tuesday that they plan to introduce bills this legislative session forcing the SBOE to offer optional..."

Nov. 16, 2016 News Post by Mary Tuma

Guide to Austin Improv

The venues, events, troupes, and individuals who have transformed Austin into a "Yes, and" boomtown

"...run of a theme show titled Night Watch; shared bills with ColdTowne groups from the Frank Mills to Movie..."

Aug. 26, 2016 Arts Feature by Robert Faires

Gay Place

Thanks for the prayers, but they're not good enough

"...for us. Vote for us. More than 100 anti-LGBTQ bills have been proposed in the past six months. It's..."

June 17, 2016 Column by Sarah Marloff

Headlines

"...Early voting begins Monday, April 25, and runs through Tuesday, May..."

April 22, 2016 News Feature

The Tipping Point

By raising menu prices and eliminating gratuity, restaurateurs hope they've found the recipe for a better quality of life for staff

"...Ironically, many of the people voting against wage reform are the same conservatives who are..."

March 25, 2016 Food Feature by Veronica Meewes

Roe's End?

After nearly three years of fighting, Texas reproductive rights advocates will get their day at the U.S. Supreme Court

"...And it all started with four divisive bills that failed to muster enough support from a conservative..."

Jan. 29, 2016 News Feature by Mary Tuma

To Have and Have Not

Five-year Austinite Joe Pug is paying off

"..."Austin's the city for at-heart Texans who aren't voting for Mitt Romney anytime soon," quips the soon-to-be bridegroom...."

May 1, 2015 Music Feature by Neph Basedow

The Way Home

Zach Theatre gives Robert Schenkkan's All the Way its Texas premiere on LBJ's home turf

"...Civil Rights Act and laying the groundwork for the Voting Rights Act as well as the 60 education bills..."

April 10, 2015 Arts Feature by Robert Faires

Food-o-File

Where there's smoke, there's barbecue

"...barbecue. Rodeo patrons enjoy barbecue, beer, and cocktails while voting for their favorite booths and dishes by filling donation..."

March 20, 2015 Food Column by Virginia B. Wood

Lege Lines: House Committees, Revenue Estimates ... & Snacks

The Lege appoints House Committee members, offers revenue estimates, and ensures lawmakers are well fed

"...the Gov­er­nor's Economic Development and Tourism Division. While several bills have been filed to alter eligibility and oversight, no..."

Feb. 13, 2015 News Feature by Richard Whittaker

Playback: Your Austin Music Poll Ballot

Armadillos for sale, Free Week, and an Austin Music Poll primer

"...venues not charging a cover for their stacked local bills. Participating clubs exceeded a dozen from the Red River..."

Jan. 9, 2015 Music Column by Kevin Curtin

News Roundup: Textbooks, Buehler, and More

Your Monday morning news update

"...law House Bill 2, continues to prop up anti-choice bills nationwide, despite his lack of credibility. But federal judges..."

Oct. 27, 2014 News Post by the News Staff

Then There's This: Preferential Treatment

Schwab wins incentives from county – when do we say 'time out'?

"...On Tuesday, Commissioners touched on those issues before voting 4-1 to grant $3.3 million in tax rebates to..."

Aug. 8, 2014 News Column by Amy Smith

Property Tax Vote Set For Tuesday

County may challenge commercial property tax roll

"...in response to protests from homeowners over their tax bills this year. A May 20 community forum on property..."

June 9, 2014 News Post by Amy Smith

Vote Delayed on Property Tax Protest

Commissioners may act June 17 on commercial appraisal roll

"...June 17 at the latest, with the possibility of voting sooner, he said...."

June 2, 2014 News Post by Amy Smith

Equality Texas and the Dangers of 'Good Enough'

Sarah Davis endorsement falls short on promoting LGBT equality

"...fiscal conservative, and there was money involved in both bills. More telling was her April appearance at the Log..."

Jan. 24, 2014 News Post by Brandon Watson

The AggreGAYtor: January 22

What happened today in gay? Here’s your QILTBAG recap of queer news.

"...Two pro-equality bills in Virginia bit the dust...."

Jan. 22, 2014 Qmmunity Post

Top 10 Environmental Stories

The state dealt with a drought as the city took on some prickly issues

"...2) Block That Sewage After voting on a settlement deal that paved the way for..."

Jan. 3, 2014 News Feature by Amy Smith

News Ticker: April 8

All the news that's fit to blog

"...Patricia Harless' HB 2093, which seeks to limit early voting to days that do not end in "y."..."

April 8, 2013 News Post by Brandon Watson

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