Introducing the Tribune’s spring fellows Our fellowships are valuable learning experiences, providing part-time work in the spring and fall semesters and full-time positions over the summer break. The Texas Tribune · Feb 3
On the issues: Q&A with the Republicans running for Texas attorney general Texas’ next top lawyer will inherit an office that has become the tip of the spear of the conservative legal movement. To help primary voters differentiate, we asked the four GOP candidates where they stand on the agency’s major issues. The Texas Tribune · Jan 29
As immigrant arrests rise, here’s what to know about ICE operations in Texas The Trump administration is going all in on accelerating mass deportation efforts. Here’s how ICE operations look in Texas, home to an estimated 2 million undocumented immigrants. The Texas Tribune · Jan 19
Texas A&M abruptly cancels ethics course over race, gender policy The university said content of the graduate course, which was already underway, was not adequately disclosed, forcing the cancellation. The professor disagrees. The Texas Tribune · Jan 15
Were your Texas college courses reviewed or changed this semester? Tell us. Amid new policies restricting instruction on race, gender and sexuality, The Texas Tribune seeks examples of college course changes from students and instructors. The Texas Tribune · Jan 13
Why a Panhandle businessman wants to take over the region’s electric utility Salem Abraham claims Minnesota-based Xcel Energy has not lived up to its promise of protecting the region from wildfires. The company vehemently disagrees. The Texas Tribune · Jan 8
About 200 Texas A&M courses could change due to new restrictions on teaching gender, race With the semester set to begin next week, professors have been directed to alter courses, and some classes have been removed or reassigned from the core curriculum at the College Station campus. The Texas Tribune · Jan 8
Lawsuit over state investigations into Texas teachers’ posts about Charlie Kirk dismissed The Texas Education Agency received hundreds of complaints about educators’ online reactions to the conservative activist’s death. The Texas Tribune · Jan 6
Himachal’s Congress govt spent twice as much on ads as previous BJP govt did in 2 years Wondering how a change in government can financially affect the media? Newslaundry · Jan 5
A look back at some of The Texas Tribune’s best reads of 2025 As 2025 draws down, the Tribune reflects on some of its most memorable storytelling of the year. The Texas Tribune · Dec 26, 2025
“Construction can’t continue”: South Texas builders say ICE arrests have upended industry More than 300 people attended an impromptu meeting that industry leaders in the Rio Grande Valley hosted to draw attention to the chilling effect ICE arrests have had on construction. The Texas Tribune · Dec 24, 2025
How The Texas Tribune served Texans in 2025 Together we are building trust, fostering dialogue and empowering communities and individuals to take action. The Texas Tribune · Dec 22, 2025
Texas A&M System tightens restrictions on discussing race and gender in class Under the new rules, discussions on “race or gender ideology," sexual orientation or gender identity appear to be barred from introductory-level courses. The Texas Tribune · Dec 18, 2025
How cutting transgender instruction at Texas medical schools undermines health groups’ recommendations Health providers and faculty members fear students will no longer understand the nuances of caring for transgender people, who tend to have higher rates of certain mental and physical health conditions. The Texas Tribune · Dec 18, 2025
The Texas Tribune · Dec 15, 2025 Trump’s pardon of Democratic Rep. Henry Cuellar leaves local Republicans surprised and disappointed Some county GOP officials said the president’s pardon could complicate their plans to unseat the Laredo Democrat in South Texas’ battleground 28th Congressional District.
The Texas Tribune · Dec 15, 2025 Texas universities deploy AI tools to review and rewrite how some courses discuss race and gender Records obtained by The Texas Tribune show how universities are using the technology to reshape curriculum under political pressure, raising concerns about academic freedom.
The Texas Tribune · Dec 11, 2025 6 takeaways from our investigation into the ouster of Texas A&M’s president Mark Welsh III’s two-year tenure as president of Texas A&M University was marked with political controversies.
The Texas Tribune · Dec 10, 2025 Why Gov. Greg Abbott wants to let taxpayers decide whether cities can raise — or cut — taxes Texas cities and counties already face limits on how much revenue they can generate. Local leaders have warned that further restrictions would mean fewer services like parks and libraries.
The Texas Tribune · Dec 10, 2025 How the political tide turned on Mark Welsh, the four-star general ousted as Texas A&M president The A&M Board of Regents came to want a more explicitly conservative leader who would shut down controversy before it reared its head, as members grew weary from the steady drumbeat of online posts accusing the university of embracing liberal ideology.
The Texas Tribune · Dec 10, 2025 Texas’ plan to stop a parasitic fly from destroying its cattle population is far from complete Texas lawmakers heard conflicting reports on the state’s readiness to fight the New World Screwworm, which is approaching the southern border.
The Texas Tribune · Dec 4, 2025 Federal lawsuits challenging immigration detention flood Texas The wave of legal challenges is in response to the Trump administration’s intensified immigration enforcement and its new policy expanding mandatory detention for undocumented immigrants.
The Texas Tribune · Dec 4, 2025 Running water will finally reach West Odessa thanks to $17 million from state lawmakers The Legislature approved $600 million for standalone water improvements, a dramatic increase over prior years.
The Texas Tribune · Dec 1, 2025 As Texas’ “bathroom bill” becomes law, questions remain about how it will be enforced Some trans Texans worry that the lack of specificity on how the law will be enforced will harm their safety and lives.
The Texas Tribune · Nov 26, 2025 Texas hoped $100 million would help more families pay for child care. Here’s why it didn’t. Increased costs in food and payroll at child care centers effectively wiped out the one-time investment state lawmakers approved earlier this year, a new report found.
The Texas Tribune · Nov 25, 2025 Texas education chief met with Turning Point USA to discuss group’s expansion in high schools The meeting happened days before Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick pledged $1 million to help establish chapters of the conservative student group on every Texas college and high school campus.