New in Trib+Water: Dirty Water, Planning for Drought
In this week's edition of the Trib+Water newsletter: dirty water, planning for drought and an interview with Sarah B. Faust of Kemp Smith LLP. Full Story
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Paxton, Branch Attorney General Brawl Gets Pricey
In the Republican race for attorney general, state Sen. Ken Paxton is spending hundreds of thousands of dollars to tell voters his opponent, state Rep. Dan Branch, is too liberal. Branch is buying airtime to question Paxton's ethics. Full Story
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The Brief: May 21, 2014
David Dewhurst and Dan Patrick, the Republican candidates for lieutenant governor, gave one last surprise in their final debate before the May 27 primary runoff election — a largely civil debate that avoided mention of the personal attacks that have come to dominate the last few weeks. Full Story
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Patrick, Dewhurst Debate Without the Animosity of the Heated Campaign
In closing arguments to voters Tuesday night, incumbent Lt. Gov. David Dewhurst and his challenger, state Sen. Dan Patrick, avoided much of the spitefulness that has characterized the Republican contest. Full Story
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Conservative Groups Unite to Harness Political Power
Nationally, the Tea Party may have lost some strength since its rise four years ago. But in Texas, one large Tea Party organization has joined forces with other conservative groups to try to become the dominant voice in Texas Republican politics. Full Story
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For In-State Students, UT System Keeps Tuition Steady
The University of Texas System Board of Regents voted Tuesday to keep tuition stable for in-state students at all of the system's academic institutions. Full Story
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Vela: It's in America's Interest to Show Support for Mexican Security Plan
As Mexico plans to deploy federal forces to a border state to quell a rash of violence there, U.S. Rep. Filemon Vela says a U.S. endorsement will help the strategy succeed. But analysts have some serious concerns about the strategy. Full Story
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Analysis: Accentuating the Negative: What is Too Low in Texas Politics?
The nasty tone of the GOP lieutenant governor's race is not new in Texas politics — just think back to when Jim Mattox and Ann Richards faced off in the 1990 Democratic runoff for governor. Full Story
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Texas Gets Poor Marks on Pedestrian Safety
Houston is the seventh most dangerous city in the nation for people on foot, according to a new report. Texas ranked as the 10th most dangerous state for walking commuters, with nearly 4,200 pedestrian deaths between 2003 and 2012. Full Story
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Texas Road Funding Troubles Nab Spotlight
Funding for transportation could draw an unusual amount of attention in coming months as federal highway dollars threaten to dry up and Texans prepare to vote in November on a measure to increase road funds. Full Story
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The Brief: May 20, 2014
Lt. Gov. David Dewhurst seemed of two minds on Monday in his treatment of former rival Jerry Patterson's decision to give media outlets court documents detailing his runoff opponent Dan Patrick's treatment in the 1980s for depression. Full Story
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New Technology Aids Quest to Help Find Ducks a Home
Drought and urbanization in Texas have hit duck populations hard in recent years. But computers and satellites are now allowing scientists to pinpoint where to fund projects to restore or expand habitats. Full Story
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Dewhurst Addresses Questions on Patrick's Medical Records
Lt. Gov. David Dewhurst reiterated Monday that his campaign was not responsible for the release of GOP runoff opponent Dan Patrick’s medical records, though he stopped short of saying the information was irrelevant. Full Story
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Official Says Marvin Nichols Reservoir Should Stay in Water Plan
UPDATED: The Texas Water Development Board's executive director issued a final recommendation Monday that the controversial Marvin Nichols reservoir in northeast Texas remain in the state water plan for now. Full Story
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In Letter to UT Board Chairman, Hall Says He Won't Resign
University of Texas System Regent Wallace Hall, who was asked to resign last week by the chairman of the board of regents, sent a letter to the chairman on Monday saying he does not intend to do any such thing, according to Hall's lawyer. Full Story
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TCEQ Proposal Could Mean More Dry Years for Rice Farmers
More bad news for Gulf Coast-area rice farmers: State regulators on Friday proposed a plan for managing the lower Colorado River basin that would likely deny them water deliveries for years to come. Full Story
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Robert Duncan to Be Next Texas Tech Chancellor
UPDATED: The Texas Tech University System Board of Regents has officially named state Sen. Robert Duncan, R-Lubbock, the sole finalist to be the system's next chancellor. Full Story
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Perry Talks Coal, Keystone Pipeline in Letter Criticizing Obama's Policies
In a letter to President Obama, Gov. Rick Perry accuses the president of waging a war on coal and kicking the can down the road on the Keystone XL pipeline. Perry suggests that Washington should follow Texas’ lead in spurring energy production. Full Story
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From Desks to Dumbbells: Law Lets State Workers Find Time for Fitness
Since the passage of a 2007 law allowing state employees a 30-minute exercise break three times per week, several state agencies have begun offering popular lunchtime workout programs, like weight training and Zumba. Full Story
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Analysis: Election Year is Over for Most Legislators
The election year doesn't end until the first Tuesday in November, but in the Texas Legislature, most of the competition is over, and lawmakers can dig into issues otherwise too dangerous for political season. Full Story
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