Texas families have not received a full picture of their schools’ ratings since 2020 because of the COVID-19 pandemic and lawsuits blocking their release. Full Story
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The Tribune’s rural symposium highlighted the challenges the state’s far-flung regions face — and the opportunities they offer. Full Story
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Election Day is Nov. 5. Here is everything you need to know about casting a ballot in Texas. Full Story
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Watch a discussion on how artificial intelligence is already transforming colleges and universities in Texas. Full Story
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The deadline to register to vote is Oct. 7. The last day to apply to vote by mail is Oct. 25. Early voting in person is from Oct. 21 to Nov. 1. Full Story
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The deadline to apply for a mail-in ballot is Oct. 25. The deadline for mail-in ballots to be returned or postmarked is Nov. 5, unless it is from an overseas voter. Full Story
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All Texas voters with disabilities have the right to accessible voting options, whether in person or by mail. Full Story
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The request by the Texas Senate Democratic Caucus in a letter to the Department of Justice follows a similar request by a Latino civil rights organization. Full Story
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With the State Fair opening in less than a month, the Attorney General is asking a Dallas County judge to overturn the ban on guns. Full Story
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The Houston Democrat lost her seat amid backlash from primary voters over her support for a GOP bill barring transition-related care for minors. Full Story
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View and easily share in-depth voter guides by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit and nonpartisan news organization. Full Story
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Texas voters will elect officials in the presidential, congressional, statewide and legislative races. Full Story
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While many other states limit hunting of the apex predator, Texas is only now introducing rules to ban canned hunts and require regular checking of traps. Full Story
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The lawsuit, filed in federal court, argues that the 2021 so-called “anti-ESG” law discriminates against specific political views. Full Story
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The AG’s office sought to depose the leader of Team Brownsville, which provides water, shelter and basic necessities to asylum-seeking migrants. Full Story
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Tribune fellowships offer students the opportunity to launch their careers with real-world experience. Full Story
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Ammer Qaddumi alleges UT-Austin violated his First Amendment rights. He still faces potential disciplinary action from the school. Full Story
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A Dallas County judge granted a motion to dismiss charges against Benjamin Spencer, 59, who was initially convicted in 1987 of murder. Full Story
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The county plans to ID eligible voters and send them registration forms. GOP officials say it’s an end-run around state law. Full Story
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“It’s like time passes, but it also freezes,” said Rosie Granados, whose twin sister was killed during the shooting. Full Story
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