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The Art of the Deal
City Coucil wants to cut a deal with Stratus Properties on the Barton Creek properties because they think House Bill 1704 gives them no other option.
"...Coming soon to the Barton Springs watershed ... Plano, Texas!..."

Oct. 13, 2000 News Feature by Amy Smith

The Profit Motive
Activists oppose World Trade Organization
"...If the turnout at a recent "Corporate Globalization" forum here in..."

Nov. 26, 1999 News Feature by Cheryl Bishop

Eat Local, Help the Earth on April 22
Supporting environmental nonprofits is as easy as eating lunch
"...Earth Day, April 22, presents Austinites with yet another chance to vote with their dollars. Local businesses across..."

April 21, 2014 Food Post by Melanie Haupt

Rick Cofer Withdraws From Race for Travis County Democratic Chair
Frontrunner's exit clouds what looked like one-horse race
"...In the wake of Speaker Joe Straus declaring he will not..."

Oct. 25, 2017 News Post by Richard Whittaker

The Daily Hustle: 8/31/10
Get Austin Moving - to the ballot box
"...Leffingwell and business, development and community leaders kicked off the campaign to “Get Austin Moving,” rallying support for the..."

Aug. 31, 2010 News Post by Wells Dunbar

On the Stage, On the Screen: Austin's Theatres Embrace a Virtual Future
Ahead of Austin Playfest and the All Together Now! Revue, directors and producers discuss the challenges and potential they've found online
"...The rumors of the death of virtual theatre have been..."

Nov. 12, 2021 Arts Feature by Richard Whittaker

The Mentality of Politics as War
Scott McClellan on his time in the Bush Administration
"...Austin Chronicle: I imagine it's been a bit crazed for the last week...."

June 20, 2008 News Feature by Richard Whittaker

The Council We Deserve?
In the races for City Council, it's a search for competence amidst the chaff
"...down this year from her Place 3 seat on the dais, has attended a few of the candidate forums..."

April 22, 2005 News Feature by Michael King

The Fight of His Life
Are Ronney Reynolds' Mayoral Hopes on the Ropes?
"...afternoon when Kirk Watson announced his mayoral candidacy on the bandstand at Wooldridge Park in downtown Austin. Some blamed..."

Dec. 6, 1996 News Feature by Alex de Marban

Looking for Tony
Democrats are settling on Tony Sanchez as their next gubernatorial candidate before anyone has an idea who he is.
"...The quiet man sipping a tall drink at a downtown..."

Dec. 8, 2000 News Feature by Amy Smith

If You Can't Stand the Heat ...
Republican Jill Warren is behind in the polls and going negative on her Democratic opponent Ann Kitchen, in the race for House District 48 in Travis County.
"...arrived and Austin had heard nary a peep from the campaigns of the only contested state legislative race in..."

Oct. 13, 2000 News Feature by Rob D'Amico

The De-Railers
RR Commission Challengers Say the Office Is Off-Track
"...Is it time to derail the Texas Railroad Commission? Three of the four candidates running..."

Nov. 1, 1996 News Feature by Karl Pallmeyer

The Man in the White Hat
Larry Joe Doherty rides into the battle for CD 10
"...The strategy was supposed to solidify power for Tom DeLay...."

Oct. 3, 2008 News Feature by Lee Nichols

Julián Castro, Women of Color, and Texas 2020
The path toward turning the state blue
"...Every seat in the house is taken at Tamale House East on a..."

Oct. 4, 2019 News Feature by Mike Clark-Madison

Welcome to the Circus!
The redistricting fight and the grassroots politics of chaos
"...six months of trials, delays, allegations, and political infighting, the 2012 Texas redistricting process seems to have reached a..."

March 9, 2012 News Feature by Richard Whittaker

The Chronicle Endorsements, Nov. 2002
The Chronicle endorses for the 2002 November general election
"...Holding our noses over this year's candidates, especially at the top of the ballot, may be a cliché --..."

Nov. 1, 2002 News Feature

The Chronicle Endorsements, Nov. 2002
The Chronicle endorses for the 2002 November general election
"...Holding our noses over this year's candidates, especially at the top of the ballot, may be a cliché --..."

Oct. 25, 2002 News Feature

The Chronicle Endorsements, Nov. 2002
The Chronicle endorses for the 2002 November general election
"...Holding our noses over this year's candidates, especially at the top of the ballot, may be a cliché --..."

Oct. 18, 2002 News Feature

City Council: The Race Is On
Previewing November’s elections for Districts 1, 3, 8, and 9
"...City Council's 10-1 format is now into its fourth year, meaning it's graduated..."

June 22, 2018 News Feature by the News Staff

The Daily Hustle: 11/17/10
Re-election announcements from Morrison, Riley & Shade
"...We’ve noted the trickle of City Council re-election announcements this week, but..."

Nov. 17, 2010 News Post by Wells Dunbar

Eco-Currents: Talking Trash and Raising the Roof
Anti-litter campaign aims to clean up Austin creeks
"...Some of the most influential stewards of Texas' environment will convene in..."

Oct. 15, 2010 News Feature by Nora Ankrum

Watts Ends Exploratory U.S. Senate Campaign
San Antonio millionaire says he wants to spend more time with family, motive speculation abounds
"...morning, San Antonio millionaire trial lawyer Mikal Watts dropped the bombshell that he is ending his exploratory campaign for..."

Oct. 26, 2007 News Feature by Lee Nichols

Looking for Mr. Goodbill
A look at what's been filed for the 77th session at the Texas Legislature
"...Austin in two great hordes -- also known as the House and Senate. From mid-January to June, our chosen..."

Dec. 29, 2000 News Feature by Michael King

Sheryl Cole and Chito Vela: The Prize Fight
All eyes on the Democratic primary run-off in House District 46
"...The March Democratic primary election in House District 46 came..."

May 4, 2018 News Feature by Mary Tuma

Riley and Tovo Join the Mix
Incumbents enter and 10-1 Races Begin to Take Shape
"...The new 10-district City Council will feature at least nine..."

April 7, 2014 News Post by Michael King

Rick Perry vs. the EPA
Which is the bigger danger, climate change or our governor?
"...and Agriculture Commissioner Todd Staples announced Feb. 16 that the state of Texas is taking legal action in the..."

Feb. 16, 2010 News Post by Katherine Gregor

Letter-Writing Campaign
"...To the editor: I was so thrilled to find out about..."

July 18, 2005 Postmarks

The Last Don
Bob Bullock: The Crusty Boss of Texas Politics
"...The Democratic Lieutenant Governor, who began his political career in..."

Jan. 31, 1997 News Feature by Robert Bryce

The Mayor’s Race Offers Clear Choices on How Austin Should Grow
Election marks a critical juncture on the way to Austin's future
"...Austin's next mayor will only serve two years before facing voters again in the presidential election year of..."

Oct. 14, 2022 News Feature by Austin Sanders

So Special: The Race to Replace Mark Strama [UPDATED]
House District 50 campaign features a disparate slate
"...new Google Fiber project – has triggered one of the most unpredictable shows in Texas politics, an off-year special..."

Sept. 6, 2013 News Feature by Christopher Hooks

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