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Austin Chronicle We have issues. 'The Austin Chronicle' is an independent, locally owned and operated alternative newsweekly that reflects the heart and soul of Austin, Texas.

Boasting a readership of 195,000 weekly, the 'Chronicle' addresses the community's political and environmental concerns, expresses Austin's rich cultural scene, and provides in-depth coverage of the Capital City's live music and entertainment venues, performing arts centers, restaurants, recreational activities, and outdoor excursions. The 'Chronicle' sponsors annual events like the South by South

west Music, Film, and Interactive Conferences and Festivals, the annual Austin Music Awards and 'The Austin Chronicle' Hot Sauce Festival, the largest in the world. Special annual issues include the 'Best of Austin' issue, the Restaurant Poll, the Austin Music Awards, and the Short Story Contest – to name a few. If it's important to Austin, it's in the 'Chronicle.'

Debra Hallum of 1972 Pub talks its origins and what’s in the pub’s future.
06/25/2026

Debra Hallum of 1972 Pub talks its origins and what’s in the pub’s future.

Qmmunity: A Slam Dunk Women’s Sports Bar

Georgetown Palace puts the power of hope on stage.
06/25/2026

Georgetown Palace puts the power of hope on stage.

Every Brilliant Thing Is a Short Solo Play Worth the Time

🌶 Hot Sauce Fest is back! Save the NEW DATE & LOCATION and don’t miss Austin’s hottest tradition, benefiting the Central...
06/25/2026

🌶 Hot Sauce Fest is back! Save the NEW DATE & LOCATION and don’t miss Austin’s hottest tradition, benefiting the Central Texas Food Bank.

Sample and take home all the heat you can handle with cold drinks, live music, local eats and vendors, plus the fan-favorite People’s Choice voting!

🗓 Sunday, August 30, 3–9pm
📍 RADIO EAST
🎟 TICKETS ON SALE NOW ($20 / $25 at the door)

Stay tuned for this year's live music lineup, commemorative art and new merch!

Hot Sauce Festival signature competition details & MORE at www.austinchronicle.com/hot-sauce/. 🔗

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In a word: No.
06/25/2026

In a word: No.

Can the Red-Hot United States Actually Win the World Cup?

Austin removes roadway art, city employee falls into a manhole, and more of the week’s headlines.
06/25/2026

Austin removes roadway art, city employee falls into a manhole, and more of the week’s headlines.

The Week's Biggest News in Brief: June 18-24

Trustees approved the district’s budget for the 2026-2027 school year as threat of takeover looms.
06/25/2026

Trustees approved the district’s budget for the 2026-2027 school year as threat of takeover looms.

AISD Approves Sweeping Districtwide Cuts, Keeps Librarians

Milly Alcock easily carries the weight of this sci-fi-tinged superhero flick.
06/24/2026

Milly Alcock easily carries the weight of this sci-fi-tinged superhero flick.

Supergirl Review: Hero With a Hangover

Life among the rubble.
06/24/2026

Life among the rubble.

Earth 7 Is Deb Olin Unferth’s Science-Fiction Ode to Resilient Life

New documentary celebrates the impact of Austin’s art-punk pioneers.
06/23/2026

New documentary celebrates the impact of Austin’s art-punk pioneers.

You Can Color Outside the Lines: The Promise of the Big Boys Comes to the Big Screen

The songwriter’s latest, To Be True, piles on love songs for his fiance, his home, and his folk favorites.
06/22/2026

The songwriter’s latest, To Be True, piles on love songs for his fiance, his home, and his folk favorites.

J.J. Swinn Follows Canadian Greats Straight to Texas

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