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Emma Platoff was a reporter at the Tribune from 2017 to 2021, most recently covering the law and its intersection with politics. A graduate of Yale University, Emma is the former managing editor of the Yale Daily News.
State Rep. Leighton Schubert, who previously said he wouldn't seek re-election this year, has decided to resign early to take a job at a local junior college. Full Story
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Longtime Planned Parenthood President Cecile Richards confirmed Friday morning that she will step down from the women's health organization, which she has led since 2006. Full Story
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Some cities fighting to house Amazon's coveted second headquarters have offered up billion-dollar financial incentives. If a Texas city lands the headquarters, experts don't expect incentives to be the main reason. Full Story
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Cecile Richards, the long-serving president of the women's health organization Planned Parenthood, will step down from her role, Buzzfeed reported Wednesday. Full Story
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In opening arguments in the federal criminal case against state Sen. Carlos Uresti, prosecutors alleged that he used his reputation as a public official to lend credibility to a frac-sand company's Ponzi scheme. But defense attorneys for the San Antonio Democrat claim he was never aware of the company's criminal activity. Full Story
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In a 116-page order, U.S. District Judge Janis Graham Jack said Texas has dragged its heels on foster care reform and continues to need oversight as it tries to find fixes. Full Story
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Austin and Dallas are among 20 North American cities being considered for a second headquarters for Amazon, the online retail giant announced Thursday morning. Full Story
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State Sen. Carlos Uresti, D-San Antonio, a two-decade veteran of the Texas Legislature, is heading to trial in a criminal fraud case. Full Story
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Bo French says the "Thief Bill Waybourn" Facebook page he created to mock Tarrant County Sheriff Bill Waybourn was merely satire. Three law enforcement groups are calling it a "scandalous crime." Full Story
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Watch the full video of our conversation in Dallas with state Sens. Konni Burton and Royce West. Or check out our recap below. Full Story
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