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The LaPoynor school district frequently flies a Christian flag, but may not be running afoul of the Constitution because it says students are choosing to raise it. Full Story
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Cornyn’s endorsement comes one week after his colleague, U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz, also backed the former president. Full Story
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City leaders last week announced Acevedo would take on a new role overseeing policing, sparking controversy among some local officials and social justice advocates. Full Story
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At the same time, the judge denied a motion by Brent Hagenbuch to dismiss the case challenging his eligibility, letting it move forward ahead of the March primary. Full Story
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Woodfill has been endorsed by Attorney General Ken Paxton despite his connection to Paul Pressler, a prominent religious figure accused of rape. Full Story
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The high court’s order effectively maintains long-running precedent that the federal government — not individual states — has authority to enforce border security. Full Story
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On Jan. 6, 2021, Ken Paxton spoke at a rally that preceded a mob of Donald Trump supporters storming the U.S. Capitol. Full Story
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Some relatives of the 21 people killed in Texas’ deadliest school shooting are demanding criminal charges after federal officials say delayed police response cost lives. Full Story
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The Democrat running against incumbent U.S. Rep Lizzie Fletcher for District 7 has lost endorsements and staff following a lawsuit alleging sexual misconduct. Full Story
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Impeachment and school vouchers are animating the races as Speaker Dade Phelan tries to protect incumbents. Full Story
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Cruz led an amicus brief defending Donald Trump’s eligibility to run for president. Cruz endorsed Trump this week. Full Story
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Whistleblowers sued for being fired after accusing Paxton of abuses in office. Paxton says he wants to end the lawsuit. Full Story
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After months of consideration from the Amarillo City Council, an abortion travel ban is gaining support through a new citizen-led petition. Full Story
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State Sen. Roland Gutierrez blasted Allred for the vote. Gutierrez and Allred are running for the Democratic nomination to challenge U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz. Full Story
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The lawyers were paid from his campaign, according to a report filed this week. Full Story
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In December, all five members of the city council quit. A fight over a railroad development spiraled into political mudslinging, broken trust and conspiracy. Full Story
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We’re committed to supporting Texans throughout the 2024 election. Share your thoughts by using the form below. Full Story
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In 2024, we’ll be throwing the weight of The Texas Tribune behind listening closely to Texans about their lives and communities and how they engage in public life. Full Story
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The Defend Texas Liberty PAC gave just $10,000 in the last two months of 2023 and received no new money from its billionaire funders. Full Story
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Allred, a Dallas congressman, is among several Democrats running to challenge U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz, R-Texas, for a third term. Full Story
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