After an unexpected debate that spanned two days, House members passed House Bill 2197 - to continue the Texas Lottery Commission — with a key provision that could ultimately lead to its demise. Full Story
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The national spotlight turned to Dallas on Wednesday as a cavalcade of political stars began to descend on the city for the dedication of a new presidential library. Full Story
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Sen. Brian Birdwell, R-Granbury, said he is "disappointed and frustrated" that his bill to allow people with concealed handgun licenses to carry firearms in college campus buildings has not been scheduled for a hearing. Full Story
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Politically active nonprofits would be required to disclose their donors under a bill that passed handily out of a House committee Wednesday. Full Story
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On the latest Agenda Texas, from KUT News and the Tribune: The George W. Bush Presidential Center, which will be dedicated Thursday, displays Bush's presidential legacy. But what's his legacy as Texas governor? Full Story
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Gov. Rick Perry withdrew his nomination of Annette Raggette of Austin to the Texas Board of Criminal Justice on Wednesday afternoon, citing conflict-of-interest concerns. Full Story
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Your evening reading: Hillary Clinton, Jeb Bush give dueling speeches in Dallas; Obama en route to Texas for fundraiser, Bush center dedication, West memorial; Czech Republic to send $200,000 to West Full Story
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Reeve, Ross, Kate and Jay discuss the recent fertilizer plant explosion in West, Travis County DA Rosemary Lehmberg's recent drunk driving arrest, and a fight in the Legislature over a bill that aims to bolster transparency. Full Story
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Despite voting a second time in favor of continuing the Texas Lottery Commission on Wednesday, the majority of House members made clear that they would like to study how to wind down the agency. Full Story
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Inspired by the efforts of first responders during the recent bombing in Boston and the fertilizer plant explosion in West, the College Board on Wednesday announced the creation of a First Responders Scholarship Fund. Full Story
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When Texas Tech University in Lubbock opens the doors of its new School of Accounting on Aug. 15, it will mark a major first for the university — and will be only the second such opening in the state. Full Story
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A Senate panel on Tuesday debated a bill that would finally rename the state's Railroad Commission. But another provision of the bill — campaign finance reform — proved more contentious. Full Story
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State lawmakers have filed roughly 100 gun bills this session — many drafted in the wake of the deadly December shooting in Newtown, Conn. Use our interactive to review the measures by subject and see which are getting the most traction in the Capitol. Full Story
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The oil industry vigorously opposed efforts to list the threatened dunes sagebrush lizard as an endangered species. But three oil company lobbyists were given day-to-day oversight of the effort to save the reptile. Full Story
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Against the recommendation of school leaders and amid skepticism from some lawmakers, the Texas Education Agency will continue working toward a transition to a public school accountability ratings system with grades of A through F. Full Story
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As lawmakers debate how much money to leave in the state's Rainy Day Fund, Gov. Rick Perry is relying on a very specific figure: 7.5 percent. Full Story
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One Texan's transparency is another’s right to privacy, and people in politics generally find it easier to demand openness than to provide it. Full Story
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Surprise votes in both chambers of the Legislature capped off a dramatic day at the Capitol on Tuesday. Full Story
After spending most of the day locked away in negotiations, the Senate unanimously approved a measure pulling $5.7 billion from the Rainy Day Fund for water and road projects and public education. Full Story
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UPDATED: A bill that would allow Tesla Motors to circumvent the state's franchise dealer system and sell cars directly to Texans is advancing to the full House. Full Story
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