FOUND: 2 | Mind Blowing Facts

Former Texas lawmaker Scott Turner confirmed to lead HUD

Turner served in the Texas House from 2013-2017.

The Texas Tribune · Feb 5, 2025

A new Texas GOP rule could alter the House speaker’s race — and ban some Republicans from appearing in primaries

Republicans who vote against party leaders’ preferred candidate could be barred from running in primaries. Lawsuits could follow.

The Texas Tribune · Dec 13, 2024

For the Texas Railroad Commission, the Last Train Left Years Ago

Misnamed commission oversees the state's vast oil and gas industry. Critics say it's all a smoke screen.

Capital & Main · Nov 6, 2024

Mental health support for toddlers has lagged in Texas. That’s now changing.

Lawmakers and child care centers are pushing for a statewide mental health system for toddlers.

The Texas Tribune · Oct 9, 2024

Abbott’s RNC remarks amplify his attack on Biden’s border policies

The Texas governor used his time on the Republican convention stage to praise Trump on border security and to challenge the Democratic president.

The Texas Tribune · Jul 18, 2024

State Rep. Julie Johnson launches campaign to replace Colin Allred in Congress

State Rep. Julie Johnson on Tuesday officially launched her campaign to replace Colin Allred in Congress, joining a crowded field in what’s expected to be one of North Texas’ marquee contests.

Tribune News Service · Jun 20, 2023

Republican-led Texas House impeaches state Attorney General Ken Paxton

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has been impeached by fellow Republicans in a historic vote in the Texas House. He will immediately and temporarily be suspended from his duties.

WEKU · May 27, 2023

Bill criminalizing ‘sexual conduct’ in front of a minor passes Texas Senate

AUSTIN — The Texas House on Friday approved legislation that would expand the ways Texans can be arrested for “sexual conduct” in front of a minor.

Tribune News Service · May 19, 2023

For thousands of Texas professors seeking tenure, a bill banning the benefit could be a turning point in their careers

While the proposed tenure ban will likely face steep opposition in the Texas House, faculty say lawmakers’ recent attacks on higher education have raised concerns about whether Texas is the best state to build their career.

The Texas Tribune · May 3, 2023

Texas Senate approves bill that would end faculty tenure at public universities

Senate Bill 18 faces an uphill battle at the Texas House, where Speaker Dade Phelan has expressed concerns with completely eliminating the commonplace job protection.

The Texas Tribune · Apr 21, 2023