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A charmingly opinionated look at the father of modern comics
"...some people than others. So while comics legend Stan Lee undoubtedly had an ego, the myth of Stan Lee..."
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June 16, 2023 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker
Travis County Catches a Judicial Break
Feds transfer vacant courthouse to county for probate court
"...happened to match the pressing needs of the Travis County justice system. This morning, the transfer was completed...."
Dec. 29, 2016 News Post by Michael King
Review: Zach Academy’s The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee
Young performer program shows Austin’s acting future is bright
"...The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee is the first musical put on by..."
Nov. 7, 2023 Arts Post by Jasmine Lane
County Court Tightens Up Mass Gatherings
Stricter regulations hit Travis County’s outdoor music events
"...The County Commissioners Court voted in support of new statutes to..."
Aug. 11, 2015 Music Post by Kevin Curtin
Another Lawsuit Filed Against Travis County D.A. and Her First Assistant
The two are accused of attempting to silence a sexual assault survivor
"...Travis County District Attorney Margaret Moore, along with her first assistant..."
Sept. 11, 2019 News Post by Sarah Marloff
Travis County District Attorney's Office Under Fire in New Court Filing
First Assistant D.A. accused of “possible defamation”
"...Montford, the First Assistant District Attorney at the Travis County D.A. office, has been accused of “possible defamation” in..."
March 4, 2019 News Post by Sarah Marloff
Bobby Lee Carter and the Hand of God
When Miss Lena came home from visiting her sister in Jackson and found out Bobby Lee Carter had hanged a man from her sycamore tree, she left the breakfast dishes unwashed in the sink for the first time in her life.
"...visiting her sister in Jackson and found out Bobby Lee Carter had hanged a man from her sycamore tree,..."
Sept. 29, 2000 Features Feature by Susan Schorn
Survivors Hit Back at City, County in Court
Plaintiffs hit back at motions to dismiss in sexual assault class-action suit
"...on Monday to the city of Austin and Travis County's separate motions to dismiss. In short, the plaintiffs have..."
Oct. 19, 2018 News Feature by Sarah Marloff
Confusion, Concerns Surround Response to County’s Dangerous Dogs
A partnership problem, or not?
"...toward the end of a daylong meeting of Travis County Commissioners, County Judge Sarah Eckhardt voiced concerns suggesting that..."
March 23, 2018 News Feature by Lindsay Stafford Mader
A Question of Compassion for Travis County's Family Violence Court
A woman alleged rape. The man she accused went free. Should his attorney run our court?
"...– now seeking election as the judge of Travis County's family violence court – tried to circumvent state rape..."
June 19, 2020 News Feature by Sarah Marloff
Judge Lee Yeakel Dismisses April Balcombe’s Harassment Suit
Title VII’s personal staff exemption prevents court reporter from continuing legal effort
"...Federal Judge Lee Yeakel on Oct. 31 dismissed April Balcombe's lawsuit against..."
Nov. 10, 2017 News Feature by Sarah Marloff
Taking Stock of Dollars in County Races
Money pours into judge race
"...raft of candidates running for seats on the Travis County Commissioners Court. The new reports, covering the last six..."
Jan. 24, 2014 News Feature by Christopher Hooks
Travis County Settles With Sexual Assault Survivors
$580,000 settlement reached in three-year legal battle over handling of sexual assault cases
"...After a three-year legal battle, Travis County has settled federal and state lawsuits brought against the..."
June 25, 2021 News Feature by Sarah Marloff
March 2024 Primary Election Endorsements for Travis County Residents
Our choices for local, state, and national races
"...presides over the 180th Criminal District Court in Harris County. Jones did not respond to our attempts to reach..."
Feb. 16, 2024 News Feature by The Chronicle Editorial Board
Lee Leffingwell: 'Think Long-Range'
The incumbent mayor defends his record
"...Lee Leffingwell: Well, I think first and foremost has to..."
April 27, 2012 News Feature by Michael King
Travis County District Attorney Moore and Her First Assistant Sued
Sexual assault survivor alleges the D.A.'s Office lied to undermine her
"...Travis County District Attorney Margaret Moore, along with her first assistant..."
Sept. 20, 2019 News Feature by Sarah Marloff
How Much Reform Is Enough in the Travis County District Attorney Race?
Incumbent D.A. Margaret Moore faces challengers from the left
"...In a normal political year, incumbent Travis County District Attorney Margaret Moore would be able to run..."
Aug. 23, 2019 News Feature by Michael King
VIDEO: Travis County Violating Rights by Barring Attorneys From Bail Hearings, ACLU Claims
Virtual hearings at times conducted through slots in jail cell doors
"...go home, I know you are too,” a Travis County judge said to a jailer just after 5am last..."
April 19, 2024 News Feature by Maggie Q. Thompson
Get It All Over Ya: County Line on the Hill Celebrates 30 Years
"...In Austin, there's no doubt that the two County Line restaurants – County Line on the Hill and..."
Oct. 7, 2005 Food Feature by MM Pack
Travis County Catches a Judicial Break
Feds transfer vacant courthouse to county for probate court
"...happened to match the pressing needs of the Travis County justice system. Last Thursday, Dec. 29, the transfer was..."
Jan. 6, 2017 News Feature by Michael King
Springsteen Sues for Innocence – in Bexar County
Freed inmate takes his case to a friendlier venue
"...Robert Springsteen has filed a civil case in Bexar County district court, asking that a judge make a finding..."
March 7, 2014 News Feature by Jordan Smith
The County Ballot
"...D.A.'s and Sheriff's races, these other offices in the county are also on the ballot (* indicates incumbent):..."
Oct. 18, 1996 News Feature
From Baghdad to Bosque County
Democrat Dan Grant running for new Congressional District 25
"...support from many local heavy hitter politicians, including Mayor Lee Leffingwell, and Travis County state reps. Donna Howard, Mark..."
Oct. 20, 2011 News Post by Richard Whittaker
Travis County Law [Video]
Sheriff explains cite and release to Austin Interfaith
"...Case in point: Travis County Sheriff Greg Hamilton explained exactly what the state's new..."
Aug. 11, 2010 News Post by Richard Whittaker
Travis County Constable Candidates
"...Pct. 1: Luke Mercer, Michael Carter, Flynn Lee..."
March 10, 2000 News Feature
Coal Hard Cash
Alcoa has applied for a mining application in Elgin, near Austin.
"...On a sunny afternoon in 1987, Lee County rancher L.C. Hobbs drove out to check on..."
Sept. 3, 1999 News Feature
If You're White, It's All Right
The colors of justice in Williamson County
"...In 2003, Williamson County Sheriff's Office investigators made a series of significant felony..."
Sept. 24, 2004 News Feature by Jordan Smith
Neighbors vs. Neighbors
A profile of the Central Texas struggle over Alcoa Rockdale and its plans for expansionAlcoa announces new "voluntary" emissions reductions.
"...Neighbors for Neighbors, comprising several hundred households in the Lee and Bastrop County area, east and northeast of Austin,..."
July 27, 2001 News Feature by Michael King
God's Own Country
Love and lambing on the cruel, cold hills of England
"...Directed by: Francis Lee. Starring: Josh O'Connor, Alec Secareanu, Gemma Jones and Ian..."
Dec. 29, 2017 Movie Review by Richard Whittaker
Naked City
An eco-conscious Elgin resident answers his mayor's demand to "show me the money."
"...involvement" -- Alcoa Corp. has been spreading money around Lee and Bastrop Counties while lobbying local governments to endorse..."
