City Hall Hustle: ... Held an Election, and Nobody Came?
Cole's announcement for re-election dwindles the field again
"...opportunity to re-envision the sprawling, underused area around the state Capitol complex...."
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Dec. 2, 2011 News Column by Wells Dunbar
Does Being Governor of Texas Qualify You for the Presidency?
"...rainy day, we took the walking tour of the state Capitol. The well-educated and articulate young woman serving as..."
Aug. 1, 2011 Postmarks
Out of the Schools and Into the Polls
Lege (and voters) still fighting over how much to cut public schools
"...approach. On May 21, 300 protesters gathered in the state Capitol to send a clear message to lawmakers: "The..."
May 27, 2011 News Feature by Richard Whittaker
Congressional Redistricting in Committee Thursday
Public will finally see map; will it split Travis four ways?
"...will be held Thursday morning at 9am, in the Capitol Extension Auditorium (Room E1.004)...."
May 17, 2011 News Post by Lee Nichols
Senate Redistricting Chops Up Travis County
Austin split four ways in proposed map
"...congressional redistricting are not paranoia: A map of proposed state Senate redistricting released this afternoon does exactly that, threatening..."
May 11, 2011 News Post by Lee Nichols
Another Wrongful Identification And No End In Sight
Another man goes free in Dallas
"...Tomorrow, May 12, the state will record its 45th DNA exoneration, with the expected..."
May 11, 2011 News Post by Jordan Smith
Of Sonograms and Airport Scanners
How an intrusive probe is not like a body image (apparently)
"...After eight years of GOP-backed security theater, apparently the..."
March 22, 2011 News Post by Richard Whittaker
Senate Passes Voter ID
Bill requiring photo ID now goes to House
"...The Senate tonight passed one of the most –..."
Jan. 26, 2011 News Post by Lee Nichols
Voter ID: Yadda Yadda Yadda
Mostly a replay of last session
"...The only real suspense down here at the Texas..."
Jan. 25, 2011 News Post by Lee Nichols
UPDATED: Combatants Gear Up for Voter ID
Senate pushes back hot-button debate
"...The Voter ID fight is on. The Texas GOP..."
Jan. 24, 2011 News Post by Lee Nichols
Point Austin: Pride Brought Low
Remorseless as ever, Tom DeLay finally encounters a little bit of justice
"...of money switch DeLay had orchestrated – to a state where corporate campaign contributions were banned – and Priest..."
Jan. 14, 2011 News Column by Michael King
Third Party's the Charm?
Patrick forms Tea Party Caucus of Texas
"...an anti-tax, anti-federal agenda. So far, he's attracted 48 state reps, but his call to arms has mostly fallen..."
Dec. 24, 2010 News Feature by Richard Whittaker
The Sunday Survey: 8/1/10
Robots, contracts and the Sanders non-settlement
"...front, Austin ISD got some good news in the state accountability ratings. However, there are real concerns that the..."
Aug. 1, 2010 News Post by Richard Whittaker
And They're Off!
Primary filings reveal a who's who of contenders
"...The most crowded local races are for the State Board of Education, with five Democrats and five Republicans..."
Jan. 8, 2010 News Feature by Richard Whittaker
Res Publica
"...practical lessons he's learned on his way from the state penitentiary to UT's storied halls. 5pm. Viva Chocolato!, the..."
Aug. 7, 2009 News Feature
Guv's Mansion Architect Selected
It's Ford Powell Carson
"...Ford Powell Carson – has been selected by the State as the restoration architect for the Governor's Mansion. The..."
July 22, 2009 News Post by Katherine Gregor
The Sunset Shuffle
Legislature moves the massive Health and Human Services review back two years
"...Blame a slow session: With a whole bunch of..."
May 31, 2009 News Post by Richard Whittaker
Res Publica
Good times for good citizens, May 21-28
"...and Allies Against the Death Penalty. Through May 22. State Capitol Rotunda, 11th & Congress. www.holbrookphoto.com...."
May 22, 2009 News Feature
The Cost of Guns on Campus Pt. 2
Texas lawmakers and law enforcement speak against concealed handguns on campus
"...More footage to the tribute at the State Capitol to those that fell at Virgina Tech: After..."
April 22, 2009 News Post by Richard Whittaker
Carona Push-Starts Stalled Bill
Local option transport funding proposal gets out of committee, but still under a cloud
"...Travis County is edging closer to having the power..."
April 15, 2009 News Post by Richard Whittaker
Wentworth Gets Council Thumbs' Down
Council unanimously rejects legislature's single-member district proposal
"...At a special meeting this morning, Austin City Council..."
April 13, 2009 News Post by Richard Whittaker
Is Legalized Poker in the Cards for Texas?
Poker is a game of skill, not chance
"...to legalize and regulate forms of poker including the state’s namesake, Texas Hold’em. The bill would allow local communities..."
April 10, 2009 News Post by Fernie Martinez
Is Debbie Riddle 'Color Blind' or Just Blind?
Riddle doesn't understand the point of HB 789 provisions
"...Thompson, D-Houston, would require a criminal justice policy impact statement be prepared for "each bill or resolution that authorizes..."
March 30, 2009 News Post by Jordan Smith
Proposed Bills Address Death Penalty
Meanwhile, Texas' death machine churns stronger than ever
"...not support repealing the death option, but in a statement Friday, he said he would now consider doing so:..."
March 20, 2009 News Feature by Jordan Smith
The Brits Do Texas
Wire in the Blood comes to Austin
"...culture references. Dr. Hill comes to the Lone Star State to testify as an expert witness at the trial..."
April 3, 2008 Screens Post by Belinda Acosta
Reflections in a Blank Wall
Florian Slotawa's exhibition tells us more about Arthouse than the artist
"...has been there since 1851 – predating both the state Capitol, which was completed in 1888, and the University..."
Dec. 21, 2007 Arts Feature by Rachel Cook
What I Want to do With My Life
Mike Krusee on New Urbanism, Smart Growth, toll roads, and why Bobby Kennedy is his hero
"...Texas Capitol Nov. 30, 2007..."
Dec. 7, 2007 News Column by Michael King
More Spanking for Perry on Community College Veto
Dewhurst and Zaffirini take action on governor's community colleges veto
"...political blog – stems from Perry’s line-item veto of state funds that he said community colleges were improperly requesting..."
Aug. 6, 2007 News Post by Lee Nichols
Deals to Deal With TYC
The last negotiations over reforming TYC have been completed: will they mean an accountable management?
"...ensure that there was still public oversight of the state's imprisoned children and had always opposed a commissionership...."
May 21, 2007 News Post by Richard Whittaker
Radical Inclusion: A Morality Tale
Halfway through the 365 days of 365 Days/365 Plays, Suzan-Lori Parks' dramatic project has everyone making theatre and in new ways
"...front of the Zilker Christmas tree; at the Texas state Capitol; inside the Blanton Art Museum; and on several..."
April 27, 2007 Arts Feature by C. Denby Swanson
Mays Street & Old Settlers Park
