The Evening Brief: April 3, 2013
Your evening reading: UT regent didn't disclose lawsuits; Perry suggests link between border security and DA killings; Senate approves CPRIT reform bills Full Story
David Muto was the editor of TribTalk, The Texas Tribune's opinion page. He is also the Tribune's copy editor. A Richardson native, he attended the University of Texas at Austin, where he earned degrees in journalism and Spanish.
Your evening reading: UT regent didn't disclose lawsuits; Perry suggests link between border security and DA killings; Senate approves CPRIT reform bills Full Story
Amid fierce debate this week, a Senate Republican has started work on his own "Texas solution" to Medicaid reform. Full Story
Your evening reading: Cruz's plans for South Carolina speech stir speculation; Williams says state will move to A-F grading system for schools; House lawmakers question CPRIT Foundation's decision to rebrand Full Story
A clash of political heavyweights has pounded new urgency into the debate over Medicaid expansion in Texas. Full Story
Your evening reading: press conferences highlight Medicaid expansion debate; FBI assisting Kaufman County murder investigation; House freshmen target budget to free up money for retired teachers Full Story
Dueling events at the Capitol today will pit Texas' top Republicans against the state's two highest-profile Democrats. Full Story
Your evening reading: Castros to deliver rebuttal to Republicans on Medicaid expansion; Texas politicians denounce Alaska congressman's use of racial slur; business and labor close to deal on immigration reform Full Story
As he weighs his political future, Gov. Rick Perry faces an unfamiliar behind-the-scenes challenge. Full Story
Your evening reading: Perry urges TxDOT to fund airports; ethics complaint filed over Gohmert parking ticket altercation; Cruz featured in new Palin video Full Story
Key legislation aimed at easing the state's water woes took a major step forward on Wednesday. Full Story