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The City Council considers ways to strengthen Austin's Minority- and Women-owned Business Enterprise Program, which awards contracts for city work to businesses owned by minorities and women.

Local veggie spots and how to get a plot of your own

The first year of the Will Wynn era closes to very mixed reviews, as Austinites wonder whether the city leadership is floundering.

The mayoral race is on, with and without some usual suspects.

Rape saga redux and other local imbroglios.

Political commentary on the minor candidates for mayor

Place 5 Poses Moral Quandary for Some Latino Voters

Mayor: Kirk Watson

Rich Oppel and Mike Levy Spar on Paper:

Thousands and Thousands of Dollars

Slusher Watch

Carole Keeton Strayhorn – what a long strange trip it's been

Same Old Story

The mayor-elect faces opportunities and awkward options

Brewster McCracken, Margot Clarke lead the pack in a crowded open-seat City Council race

The city approves a new board for the Mexican-American Cultural Center -- and the center's previous shepherds cry foul.

Our own little Gaza Strip, and the Halloween (Gas) Mask is taken to task.

Council hears light rail report, questions legal fees on LCRA water deal and snorts at proposal to have new car displays in baggage claim area of airport.

Off the Desk:

Off the Desk:

Council Nixes Plans for More Cops on Hand

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

Travis County voters say yes to more roads.

News shorts

Part One: The Artists' Application Process

Nofziger Responds