Rep. James Talarico, HD 50
“For those who believe that democracy can work ... this session will be fruitful”
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News, Jan. 5, 2023
Greg Casar Enters the National Spotlight, and Brings His Grassroots Coalition With Him
New year, new rep
News, Dec. 29, 2022
Nonprofits Step Up to Bring Unhoused to Warm Shelter
City struggles to reach people and bring them in from the cold
News, Dec. 29, 2022
Officer Who Killed Mike Ramos Denied Qualified Immunity
No immunity for killer cop
News, Dec. 22, 2022
Austin Cop Who Killed Mike Ramos Denied Qualified Immunity
Judge’s order allows case against officer, city to proceed
News, Dec. 19, 2022
Cops Torpedo Oversight, Maybe Also Their Nice Contract
Jan. 7: The Austin Police Association prevails in arbitration that strips most power from the city’s Office of Police Oversight.
News, Dec. 15, 2022
The Quest for Nine Votes on Land Use Code
June 10: Council proposes revising Austin’s strict compatibility standards to allow more housing to be built on transit corridors.
News, Dec. 15, 2022
Voters Decide Final Three Austin City Council Members
Zo Qadri, Ryan Alter, José Velásquez secure wins
News, Dec. 14, 2022
Kirk Watson Pulled in Suburban Voters and Outraised Opponent Celia Israel
Entering the era of Mayor Kirk Watson 3.0
News, Dec. 14, 2022
Pro-Cop Fake-Oversight Petition Drive Still Raises Questions
A strange mistake?
News, Dec. 8, 2022
Council Finally Gives Its OK to Massive Statesman Development Plan
Full speed ahead
News, Dec. 8, 2022
Has Austin Resource Recovery Found a Solution to Its Chronic A/C Problem?
Taking the heat off local garbage collection trucks
News, Dec. 8, 2022
City Hall Stands Firm: No Oversight, No Police Contract
City's negotiations with the Austin Police Association hit a major roadblock
News, Dec. 8, 2022
Police Oversight Advocates Cry Foul Over Sketchy Rival Petition Drive
Are the cops behind an apparent election fraud scheme?
News, Dec. 1, 2022
Council Considers How Fast to Move on Land Development Code Reform
Sometimes the tortoise loses
News, Dec. 1, 2022
APD Sexual Assault Audit Validates Survivor Concerns
Changing the culture
News, Nov. 23, 2022
Police Contract Talks: Hurry Up, or Wait?
Cronk wants APA labor deal before new Council arrives in January
News, Nov. 17, 2022
City, Police Union Try to End-Run Citizen Initiative for Police Oversight
Oversight, undervalued
News, Nov. 10, 2022
Mayor's Race, Districts 3, 5, and 9 All Headed to Run-Off
Ready for round 2
News, Nov. 10, 2022
Strong Student Support Buoys Qadri in D9 Race
Zo Qadri and Linda Guerrero go into overtime
News, Nov. 10, 2022
On Compatibility, Staff Tells Adler, Thanks, but No Thanks
Previously drafted Land Development Code changes were better, they say
News, Nov. 3, 2022
Council Steams Ahead With “Renters’ Rights Agenda”
Plus, council takes on Colony Park and city-owned property
News, Nov. 3, 2022
Who Will Be the New Council Voice for District 9?
Eight candidates vie for Austin's most powerful YIMBYs and NIMBYs
News, Oct. 27, 2022
Five Highlights From the League of Women Voters Mayor Forum
Candidates talk climate, cops, and city employees
News, Oct. 27, 2022
Council Uses Its (Public) Power to Soften Austin Energy Rate Hike
Utility says it needs to recover $104 million in excess costs
News, Oct. 20, 2022
Council to Commit to Supporting Renters’ Rights
Tenant assistance, right to organize on the Oct. 13 agenda
News, Oct. 13, 2022
The Mayor’s Race Offers Clear Choices on How Austin Should Grow
Election marks a critical juncture on the way to Austin's future
News, Oct. 13, 2022
HealthSouth Redevelopment Gets Green Light
Finally, a tentative agreement to build affordable housing in its place
News, Oct. 6, 2022
Can Council Get Its Sh*t Done by 10pm?
Austin City Council addresses a 93-item agenda Sept. 15 and aims to end by 10pm rather than voting to extend the meeting
News, Sept. 15, 2022
Council Recap: No Deal on License Plate Readers
Decisions on surveillance, Statesman PUD, and parkland dedication fees all postponed
