Past Contributions

• The Q&A: Samuel D. Brody

  By Polo Rocha June 16, 2015

  In this week’s Q&A, we interview Samuel D. Brody, a landscape architecture and urban planning professor at Texas A&M University's College of Architecture. Full Story 

• The Bookshelf: June 17, 2015

  By Polo Rocha June 16, 2015

  In this week's Bookshelf, our content partner Kirkus Reviews highlights The Storm of the Century. Full Story 

• The Brief: June 16, 2015

  By Polo Rocha June 16, 2015

  Colleges are beginning to look at how they'll implement the new campus carry law, and both sides of the debate are watching what their restrictions will end up looking like. Full Story 

• The Brief: June 15, 2015

  By Polo Rocha June 15, 2015

  Leticia Van de Putte's loss in Saturday's mayoral election was in part due to low turnout from Democratic voters, but observers say it was also because Ivy Taylor was able to get a more conservative coalition energized about the race. Full Story 

• The Brief: June 12, 2015

  By Polo Rocha June 12, 2015

  Texas Ethics Commission members expressed concerns over the lack of significant ethics reforms in the 2015 legislative session — and legislation that made its way to Gov. Greg Abbott's desk. Full Story 

• Harris County House Seats Could See Crowded Primaries

  By Polo Rocha June 11, 2015

  Two Harris County Republicans launched their campaigns this week to replace state Reps. Patricia Harless and Allen Fletcher, but observers say more candidates are likely on the way. Full Story 

• Frullo Vaults to Cutting Edge of Knife Rights Movement

  By John Reynolds and Polo Rocha June 11, 2015

  Also, the state comptroller officially certifies the 2016-17 budget. Full Story 

• The Brief: June 11, 2015

  By Polo Rocha June 11, 2015

  Gov. Greg Abbott wrote a letter Wednesday to the General Electric CEO, highlighting the state's latest tax deal in an effort to poach GE away from Connecticut. Full Story 

• Free Online SAT Prep Meant to Level the Playing Field

  By Polo Rocha June 10, 2015

  The College Board is now partnering with the online learning company Khan Academy, delivering online SAT preparation materials and instruction free of charge for the first time. Full Story 

• Strained Arizona School Budgets Typical Across Country

  By Polo Rocha June 10, 2015

  State revenues have largely recovered following the recession, but most states are still spending less money per pupil today than they were before. Full Story