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The CDC Halted Evictions. Texas Judges Are Proceeding Anyway.

Despite federal protections aimed at preventing eviction and slowing the spread of COVID-19, many tenants in Texas have been unable to assert those protections to remain housed.

Texas Observer · Aug 16, 2021

A Moving Debut Chronicles a Queer Coming-of-Age in Midland

Logen Cure’s debut poetry collection is an ode to the West Texas town.

Texas Observer · Aug 13, 2021

What the New Climate Change Report Means for El Paso and the Southwest

The 2021 findings displayed a damning picture of results scientists warned of 30 years ago.

Texas Observer · Aug 12, 2021

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The ‘Queen of the Accordion’ Is Still Forging Her Own Path

A legendary accordionist in San Antonio, Eva Ybarra faced an uphill battle as a female musician throughout her career.

Texas Observer · Aug 11, 2021

Texas Draws Criticism With Plan to Lure Tourists to Sites Where Indigenous People Were Banished

Nations once exterminated or displaced are now being asked to help bring in tourism dollars.

Texas Observer · Aug 10, 2021

The Sunrise Movement’s Trailblazing Quest for a Green New Deal

Sunrise activists said they would hold President Biden’s feet to the fire on climate policy. With their latest round of activism around the Civilian Climate Corps, they’re making good on that promise.

Texas Observer · Aug 9, 2021

‘A Lifetime of Damage’ On a Creosote Plume in Houston’s Fifth Ward

Decades of exposure to cancer-causing chemicals are sickening Black residents at alarming rates. But courts and the company responsible for the contamination say the burden of proof is on the community.

Texas Observer · Aug 6, 2021

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Opinion: From ‘Friendly’ State to Enmity State

As Texas Republicans pit neighbor against neighbor, we must respond by rebuking bigotry and embracing progress.

Texas Observer · Aug 5, 2021

Reformer Sissy Farenthold Is Still Watching

The former state representative led a revolt against corruption in 1972—and is calling for action now.

Texas Observer · Aug 4, 2021

Two Years After Walmart Mass Shooting, El Paso Leaders See Inaction and Betrayal by Texas Officials

In what some call an affront to the victims’ families, Texas Republicans expanded gun rights earlier this year when the state Legislature passed a permitless carry bill.

Texas Observer · Aug 3, 2021

Samantha Montano Has ‘Disaster Vision’

A new book explores past natural disasters and how Texas remains unprepared for future storms, big and small.

Texas Observer · Aug 3, 2021

Life and Death in a Texas Homeless Camp

As the unhoused population grows, cities like Austin turn to legalized camps, where community and calamity collide.

Texas Observer · Aug 2, 2021

Battleground Plant

In Deer Park and other chemical corridor communities, the slow seepage of toxics can affect families like mine for generations.

Texas Observer · Jul 30, 2021

Texas Veterans Homes Overseen by George P. Bush Were Often the Deadliest Places to Be During COVID-19 Pandemic

Seven of the state’s nine veterans homes had a fatality rate of 25% or more, far higher than the statewide average of 11% for nursing homes. Bush has vowed to not renew the operators’ contracts.

Texas Observer · Jul 29, 2021

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Texas Observer · Jul 28, 2021

Small Birds in Big Bend

A stretch of arid desert in West Texas is the crown jewel of the state’s birding hotspots.

Texas Observer · Jul 27, 2021

For Greg Abbott, All the Border’s a Stage

But political theater can still get people hurt.

Texas Observer · Jul 26, 2021

A New Normal for Live Music

Black musicians were already struggling for resources and recognition before the pandemic. Now, they’re back onstage, championing lasting reform in the live music industry.

Texas Observer · Jul 23, 2021

In Memory of Santos Rodriguez

Almost 50 years after his murder, Dallas is finally taking steps to memorialize Santos Rodriguez. But justice for his family may forever be out of reach.

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Texas Observer · Jul 23, 2021

How Far Can Texas Democrats Take the Quorum Break?

House Democrats are intent on staying in D.C. until this session’s GOP voting bill is dead. Beyond that, it’s unclear.

Texas Observer · Jul 22, 2021

Actor Emma Galbraith on ‘Inbetween Girl’ and Why Teen Rom-Coms Matter

The 19-year-old Austin actor and organizer on biracial identity and why she thinks female characters should start building power.

Texas Observer · Jul 21, 2021

At the Capitol, Trans Activists and Allies Form an Inclusive Dance Floor

After working to defeat 13 anti-trans bills in the regular session, advocates are now facing 16 more this summer with a novel response.

Texas Observer · Jul 21, 2021

In West Texas, Astronomers Worry About Growing Oilfield Light Pollution

A major Texas observatory is trying to convince oil and gas companies to minimize light pollution from things like drilling rigs and gas plants.

Texas Observer · Jul 20, 2021

After Kelcy Warren’s Energy Transfer Partners Made Billions from the Deadly Texas Blackouts, He Gave $1 Million to Greg Abbott

The natural gas industry raked in billions during the winter grid failure and Governor Abbott let them off the hook. He was rewarded with a huge campaign contribution from the grid collapse’s biggest profiteer.

Texas Observer · Jul 19, 2021

Bloodlines

Emily Grace Spydell died in adoptive care. Her biological family says the Indian Child Welfare Act could have saved her—but her tribe’s legal code prevented it.

Texas Observer · Jul 16, 2021

Strangest State: A Lovestruck Alligator and Headless Goats

Notes from far-flung Texas.

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