Video: A Conversation with Israel, Rodriguez and Workman
Full video of my 1/14 conversation with three Austin state representatives: Democrats Celia Israel and Eddie Rodriguez and Republican Paul Workman. Full Story
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Texas Tech Names John Opperman Interim President
The Texas Tech University System has named one of its own top administrators, John Opperman, to lead the flagship campus while it searches for a permanent president. Full Story
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Take a Look at Who's Running in Texas' 2016 Primary Elections
The ballots for the state's 2016 Republican and Democratic primary elections are set. Here's a look at who has filed to run in those primaries, which will be held March 1. Full Story
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UT System Wants Campus Carry Drafts by February
The University of Texas System expects its 14 schools to submit rules for concealed handguns on their campuses by mid-February to comply with the state's new campus-carry law. Full Story
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Environmentalists Ask EPA to Strip Texas' Regulatory Authority
Alleging that Texas has dramatically eroded its safeguards against air and water pollution, two environmental groups are asking the federal government to step in. Full Story
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Where Do Private Colleges Stand on Campus Carry?
The state's 38 private colleges can opt out of a new state law that will allow concealed handgun license owners to carry guns in buildings on college campuses. No private college has announced plans to allow guns on its grounds. Here is a look at where things stand with each campus. Full Story
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GOP Leaders Mostly Silent on Abbott Plan to Amend Constitution
Three days after Gov. Greg Abbott called for a convention of states to dramatically amend the U.S. Constitution, few high-ranking Republicans in Texas have backed his proposal. Full Story
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As Universities Consider Campus Carry, Gun-Free Classrooms Seem Unlikely
Texas professors are still fighting to keep their classrooms gun free. But the state's top universities appear to be reaching a consensus that banning guns in classes will soon be illegal. Full Story
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In 90-Page Proposal, Abbott Asks States to Amend U.S. Constitution
In a fresh — but long shot — assertion of states’ rights, Gov. Greg Abbott is calling for a convention of U.S. states to pass nine new amendments to the U.S. Constitution. Full Story
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Horse Owners Sue State to Keep Racing Commission Open
A group of racehorse owners sued the state Friday to block legislative efforts to shut down the Texas Racing Commission — and with it, the state’s racetracks. Full Story
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Texas Will Begin Tracking Pregnant Foster Youth
Until this year, Texas had not kept track of how many children in the state's foster care system were pregnant or parenting — though experts estimate the rate is well above the general population's. Full Story
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Analysis: The Future of the Texas House Could Be Seen in Eight Races
Will bragging rights in the Republican primaries for Texas House seats go to the management now in place or to those opposed to the current leaders? Watching these races involving incumbents will provide some answers. Full Story
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Abbott's Office Touts Tax Incentives He Once Questioned
On the campaign trail, Greg Abbott suggested government should get "out of the business of picking winners and losers.” But his office strongly supports the taxpayer-funded incentives Texas uses to lure in businesses. Full Story
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Analysis: For Politicians, There's No Statute of Limitations on Comments
All of us have to watch our mouths — particularly politicians. State Rep. Jonathan Stickland is under political fire for past online comments. He's apologized, but time is the enemy here for the Bedford Republican, who's facing a primary challenge. Full Story
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Texas Officials Criticize Obama's Executive Order on Gun Purchases
Texas' elected leaders lashed out Tuesday at President Obama's executive orders prompting more background checks during gun purchases. But those officials offered no specifics on how they planned to fight Obama's actions. Full Story
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Obama Administration Asks High Court to Reject Texas Abortion Law
Intervening in what could be a landmark decision, the Obama administration, state and federal lawmakers and medical experts are among those who filed amicus briefs urging the U.S. Supreme Court to overturn Texas’ 2013 abortion law. Full Story
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Women Still Underrepresented in Legislative Races
It remains a daunting political reality in Texas. While women make up more than half the state, they are underrepresented in the halls of power, and it appears the 2016 elections will do little to change that. Full Story
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Analysis: Budget Battle Might Seem Boring, But Don't Doubt Its Impact
Some of the most important debates in government and politics are complicated — and boring. That gives the combatants some safety from voters who are preoccupied with battles that are easier to understand. Full Story
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Four Texas Political Stories to Watch For in the New Year
The new year is already shaping up to be one of the most active in Texas politics — and not just because the presidential race will center on the state come March 1, the day of the primary. Full Story
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Texas Legislature, Cruz Top 2015 Video Coverage
During the first half of 2015, the Texas Legislature and new statewide leaders dominated the headlines in Texas news. But there was plenty attention on Rick Perry, Ted Cruz and other major story lines in the later months. Full Story
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