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Harris County, Texas AG’s office reach agreement on removal of get-out-the-vote ad tags

Despite the agreement in which both sides declared victory, the lawsuit the AG filed against the county over the ads is only on pause through Nov. 3.

The Texas Tribune · Oct 29

Disappointed by Trump, dubious of Talarico: This Rio Grande Valley health official mulls his midterm vote

Dr. Ivan Melendez aligned with Democrats for years before moving to the right in recent elections. Ahead of the midterms, he’s weighing his options.

The Texas Tribune · Oct 29

High housing costs cut into Texans’ income gains in 2025, new Census data shows

Incomes grew in some parts of the state and fell in others, according to new U.S. Census Bureau figures. Meanwhile, homeowners are paying more to keep a roof over their heads.

The Texas Tribune · Oct 29

As Dems target the Texas House, GOP Speaker Dustin Burrows is campaigning like his gavel’s at stake

Flipping 14 seats would give Democrats control of the lower chamber, but even putting a major dent in the GOP's margin could complicate Burrows’ ability to govern, or even remain speaker.

The Texas Tribune · Oct 28

Trump says more FEMA aid is coming to Texas after 2026 floods

Trump promised more federal money after FEMA denied individual assistance for Texas flood survivors. State officials have appealed FEMA’s decision.

The Texas Tribune · Oct 28

Comptroller Don Huffines did not disclose his role managing firm investing in SpaceX

On state-required disclosure forms, Huffines omitted his leadership role in Huffines Enterprises Science & Technology, a firm that invests in Elon Musk’s company that has received tax breaks from the state.

The Texas Tribune · Oct 28

High schooler pulled from musical over Texas’ anti-DEI law sues, alleging discrimination

A female Grand Prairie teen lost the lead role in “Little Shop of Horrors” because the role was male. Administrators cited the state’s ban on diversity, equity and inclusion as the reason.

The Texas Tribune · Oct 28

Dolores Huerta, trailblazing advocate for migrant farmworkers, dies at 96

Huerta co-founded several organizations to support Texas farmworkers. She was also an ardent advocate for women and immigrant's rights.

The Texas Tribune · Oct 28

Six charts that explain how Texas’ suburbs became a midterm battleground

The state’s fast-growing suburban counties have gotten bigger, more diverse and bluer over time.

The Texas Tribune · Oct 28

Elder Black Texans pass the baton to next generation to keep up fight at ballot box

For Democrats to win in Texas, young Black voters must vote in record numbers. Harris County advocates are betting on it.

The Texas Tribune · Oct 28