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Texas oil and gas regulator Wayne Christian peddles oil-backed crypto coin

Government watchdogs raised conflict-of-interests concerns, but Christian said his involvement in the venture is “separate” from his elected position on the Railroad Commission.

The Texas Tribune · Apr 16

A Venezuelan family followed the rules to enter the U.S. After being arrested and detained for a month, they’re leaving.

Like thousands of other migrants, the family entered under the Biden administration’s rules in 2024. With Trump in office, they were locked up in Texas before deciding to abandon asylum.

The Texas Tribune · Apr 16

Dallas County GOP chair Allen West resigns after backing countywide voting for runoff

West faced opposition after backing countywide polling sites for the runoff, following a chaotic precinct-based primary.

The Texas Tribune · Apr 16

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John Cornyn wallops Ken Paxton in first quarter fundraising for U.S. Senate seat

Both Republican candidates lagged far behind Democratic candidate James Talarico.

The Texas Tribune · Apr 15

James Talarico raises record-breaking $27 million in first quarter for Senate bid

The Austin Democrat’s haul is the largest-ever sum for a Senate candidate — in any state — in the first quarter of an election year.

The Texas Tribune · Apr 15

Texas cities try to address citizen anger over immigration crackdown without riling state leaders

For much of President Donald Trump’s second term, Texas city leaders have avoided opposing his immigration crackdown, but that’s changing — and sparking tensions with the state.

The Texas Tribune · Apr 15

Houston to consider repealing ordinance limiting its ICE cooperation amid state funding threat, investigation

Gov. Greg Abbott’s office told Houston Mayor John Whitmire Monday that the state will withdraw $110 million in funding if the city doesn’t axe the ordinance.

The Texas Tribune · Apr 14

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Tesla’s Gigafactory water use surges in Austin as new chip plant looms

Tesla’s Giga Texas water use jumped more than 200 million gallons — by about 60% — in two years, as massive chip plant proposal raises concerns about Austin’s strained supply.

The Texas Tribune · Apr 14

McAllen area residents push back against any ICE detention facility in their community

Monday’s remarks from residents comes after a list of potential ICE facilities included a McAllen warehouse.

The Texas Tribune · Apr 14

Rep. Tony Gonzales resigns from Congress amid backlash over sexual misconduct allegations

House members were set to vote this week on expelling both the San Antonio Republican and Democratic Rep. Eric Swalwell. Gonzales’ announcement came shortly after Swalwell said he would step down.

The Texas Tribune · Apr 13

New Texas A&M president confirmed as university seeks stability

Susan Ballabina takes charge of the state’s largest public university after previous leaders faced political backlash.

The Texas Tribune · Apr 13

Texas Tech discipline against law student over alleged Charlie Kirk comments stands after court ruling

University officials issued a written reprimand for the alleged comments. The lawsuit argues Texas Tech violated her free speech rights.

The Texas Tribune · Apr 13

Rep. Tony Gonzales could face expulsion from Congress amid furor over sexual misconduct

U.S. House members say they will bring resolutions to the floor this week to expel the Republican Gonzales and Democrat Eric Swalwell. Each motion would require a two-thirds majority.

The Texas Tribune · Apr 13

Texas’ GOP attorney general candidates want to challenge decades-old Supreme Court rulings

Emboldened by overturning Roe v. Wade, conservative legal groups hope Ken Paxton’s successor will help them overturn gay marriage and public school access for undocumented students.

The Texas Tribune · Apr 13

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The Texas Tribune · Apr 10

Trump’s DOJ will move forward with Colony Ridge settlement despite concerns from judge

The proposed $68 million settlement with a Texas land developer that the Justice Department had accused of preying on Hispanic residents includes no money for the victims but more than $20 million for police and immigration enforcement.

The Texas Tribune · Apr 10

Portrayals of Islam and people of color dominate discussion in Texas’ social studies rewrite

The State Board of Education approved an early draft of social studies changes, setting up a vote in June that will determine how students learn history over the next decade.

The Texas Tribune · Apr 10

Texas House Democrats who walked out over congressional map fined over $8,000 each

A Republican-led House committee approved the penalties Friday, charging Democrats $500 for each day they were absent, plus costs borne by law enforcement to bring them back.

The Texas Tribune · Apr 10

Feds subpoena Texas counties for voters’ records

At least three Texas counties were contacted this week by the Department of Homeland Security for detailed records about individual voters.

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The Texas Tribune · Apr 10

Texas Tech System leader cancels academic programs “centered on” sexual orientation, gender identity

Chancellor Brandon Creighton directed provosts to phase out the programs and ordered universities to recognize only “two human sexes.”

The Texas Tribune · Apr 10

Texas’ SNAP ban on sodas, candies troubles diabetics and hypoglycemics

Some Texans on SNAP say the ban on using food stamps to buy sugary drinks and candy prevents quick fixes to low blood sugar conditions.

The Texas Tribune · Apr 10

Here’s how to cast a ballot in Texas’ May 2 local elections

In-person early voting is April 20 and April 22-28. The last day to apply to cast a ballot by mail is April 20. Read more about who qualifies for that option, which is limited in Texas, in our guide.

The Texas Tribune · Apr 10

Texas’ highest criminal court overturns sentence of inmate who has been on death row for 47 years

Clarence Curtis Jordan’s attorney said the intellectually disabled man didn’t have a lawyer to work on his behalf for nearly four decades.

The Texas Tribune · Apr 10

Texas education board gives preliminary OK to required reading list that includes Bible material

The board will have multiple opportunities to revise the list before a final vote in June. Before recent changes, the proposal’s length, lack of diversity and Christian focus received criticism.

The Texas Tribune · Apr 10

Bo French was invited to Midland GOP forum, despite candidate’s claims he wasn’t

A Midland County Republican Women official said they tried for months to extend an invitation to French, who is in a runoff with incumbent Jim Wright, but were unable to reach him.

The Texas Tribune · Apr 9

Trump’s DOJ plans to settle Colony Ridge case without compensating victims

The Biden administration sued a Texas land developer accused of duping tens of thousands of Hispanic residents. Trump’s DOJ is now offering an unprecedented settlement that experts say could target the very people who were harmed by the developer.

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