In Austin, a Rare Prosecution over Worker Death in Trench Collapse
Travis County’s progressive DA has secured indictments for the 2021 death of Juan José Galvan Batalla, remembered as a “cheerful” hard worker and beloved sibling.
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Clearing the Air
Long COVID sufferers advocate for a healthier world.
The Specter of Disinformation Haunts South by Southwest
Artificial intelligence technologies are all the rage at SXSW. Is our democracy prepared?
Austin Officials Condemn Anti-Palestinian Hate Crime but Remain Divided over Ceasefire Resolution
Mayor Kirk Watson condemned last week’s attack while warning against getting involved in international politics.
A Palestinian American Was Stabbed in ‘Bias-Motivated’ Attack in Austin
Police are investigating the assault as a potential hate crime as advocates call for local leaders to back a ceasefire in Gaza.
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Insects All Around Us
Exploring the foliage for crawling, flying critters in one of Austin’s most beautiful nature preserves.
Texas Counties Try to Fight Poverty with Cash
A program intended to put money in the pockets of the poor faces a challenge from a state senator.
Will Texas Cities Stay Silent on Gaza?
From Austin to San Antonio and Dallas to Houston, pro-Palestine advocates are pleading with recalcitrant local officials to take a stand for Gazans.