Past Contributions

• Lawmakers focus on flaws in Texas Medicaid program after Dallas Morning News investigation

  By Sydney Greene June 20, 2018

  After a report from the newspaper revealing mishaps in the state's managed health care program, lawmakers pushed for answers from representatives from state agencies and private companies involved in the matter. Full Story 

• We asked top Texas leaders — and every Texan in Congress — about separating immigrant families

  By Sydney Greene and Claire Parker June 19, 2018

  See where statewide elected officials and members of the Texas congressional delegation come down on the Trump administration's "zero tolerance" immigration enforcement policy that separates immigrant kids from their parents. Full Story 

• Lawmakers explore school safety solutions at the Texas Capitol

  By Sydney Greene June 11, 2018

  At a Senate hearing Monday, members of a select committee discussed mental health training and security cameras. But they failed to reach consensus on school architecture and metal detectors. Full Story 

• Texas launches mobile app to help people report suspicious activity

  By Sydney Greene June 8, 2018

  Nearly a month after a Texas high school shooting, Gov. Greg Abbott has launched a digital technology to make it easier for Texans to report unusual activity in schools and communities within minutes. Full Story 

• U.S. Rep. Joaquin Castro wants to guarantee members of Congress access to immigrant detention centers

  By Sydney Greene June 6, 2018

  Castro said he plans to file legislation after U.S. Sen. Jeff Merkley on Sunday was denied access to a Brownsville facility that is housing unaccompanied immigrant children. Full Story 

• "Women can do this": Female inmates in Texas find fulfillment in learning technical skills, but they have fewer options than men

  By Sydney Greene May 21, 2018

  Female inmates are offered fewer educational opportunities than men in Texas prisons, according to a recently released report. Those women who do have access to technical education say they are finding their passions. Full Story 

• How Democrats in Texas are trying to win over one of America’s most ethnically diverse counties

  By Sydney Greene May 17, 2018

  The 22nd Congressional District, which includes most of Fort Bend County, has long tilted Republican, but Democrats see an opportunity to change that by reaching out to thousands of non-voters in ethnic communities. Full Story 

• We asked 22 Texas Democrats running for Congress whether they'd vote to impeach Trump. Here's what they said.

  By Sydney Greene and Darla Cameron May 15, 2018

  It's clear that many Democrats running for office in Texas oppose President Donald Trump. But when asked about a hypothetical impeachment, many Democratic candidates weren't so fast to say "yes" to oust a sitting president. Full Story 

• Fight over Texas' Confederate symbols continues across the state

  By Sydney Greene May 2, 2018

  The history of the Confederacy is embedded in Texas’ roots — but since the violent Charlottesville rallies last August, Texas cities continue to grapple with what to do with their Confederate symbols. Full Story 

• Texas AG Ken Paxton revs up fight against Austin's paid sick leave rule

  By Sydney Greene April 30, 2018

  In another fight over local control, Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has thrown his support behind a conservative group suing the capital city over its ordinance. Full Story