Guides

Repairing electricity infrastructure after storms usually costs customers. So could strengthening it before the next weather event. Full Story 

The delayed rollout of the new FAFSA caused many students to experience setbacks in receiving financial aid packages. If these delays impacted your college choices, The Texas Tribune wants to hear your story. Full Story 

Federal tax incentives are available to weatherize your house and switch to more energy efficient appliances. Rebates are coming. Full Story 

Officials warn of continued flooding and other risks as Beryl leaves. Groups are mobilizing to help affected Texans. Full Story 

As climate change pushes temperatures higher, it’s even more important to remember how dangerous the heat is and take steps to protect yourself. Full Story 

The upcoming hurricane season is anticipated to be “above-average,” potentially causing those in its path to suffer from property damages. Here is how federal assistance may help you in the aftermath of a natural disaster. Full Story 

Students can generally peacefully protest, regardless of their viewpoint, but colleges and authorities may enforce some restrictions and criminal laws to maintain peace and order. Full Story 

Texas lawmakers have mandated armed guards at every public school, panic buttons in classrooms and more staff training. Full Story 

The EPA recently set new limits on the toxic chemicals used to make everything from nonstick pans to firefighting foam. Here’s how to protect yourself and your family. Full Story 

Early voting runs from April 22-30. The last day to apply to vote by mail is April 23. Full Story 

The U.S. Supreme Court on Tuesday allowed Texas to enforce its illegal entry law amid an ongoing lawsuit. Full Story 

As firefighters work to put out the largest wildfire in Texas history, here’s a guide to fire weather watches, safety tips and how to find organizations collecting donations to directly help local residents, including farmers and ranchers. Full Story 

About 240,000 Mexican citizens in Texas already are eligible to vote this summer, when voters could elect Mexico’s first female president. Full Story 

We’re committed to supporting Texans throughout the 2024 election. Share your thoughts by using the form below. Full Story 

The deadline to register to vote was Feb. 5. The last day to apply to vote by mail was Feb. 23. Early voting ended March 1. Full Story 

Tax policy is messy. Here are a few tips to help you understand what the recent voter-approved tax cuts mean for your mortgage. Full Story 

After her brother was gunned down in 2012, Jessica Mejía and her mother wanted to legally migrate to the U.S. But like millions of migrants who want to move to the U.S., they discovered how difficult it is. Full Story 

More than a year after the U.S. Supreme Court’s overturning of Roe v. Wade, Texas continues to be the largest state in the nation to ban nearly all abortions. But some questions and changes to abortion and birth control access have arisen since then. Full Story 

We know you’re tired of the heat at this point. Here’s how much longer you can expect it to last and reminders on how to stay safe and cool. Full Story 

Preparing for a chemical incident means knowing which industrial facilities are near you, creating a disaster supply kit and signing up for alerts from local emergency managers ahead of time. Full Story