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Texas 2025: Year in Photos

Photojournalists document another year across Texas. Our photos illustrated the tense redistricting debate at the Capitol, the aftermath of the Hill County floods and more.

The Texas Tribune · Dec 31, 2025

‘The Vampire Lestat’ is coming to wreck us all

Look, I am a Lestat girl now

The Mary Sue · Jul 29, 2025

Struggling Texas cotton industry emphasizing the hazards of fast fashion

A group representing High Plains region farmers has launched a campaign to make buyers aware of synthetic fibers’ impact on the environment and health.

The Texas Tribune · Jul 24, 2025

Unregulated oilfield power lines are suspected of sparking Texas wildfires

No state agency is taking responsibility for making sure the privately built lines that power many oil and gas sites are safe. Such lines have been blamed for sparking two recent Panhandle fires.

The Texas Tribune · Aug 1, 2024

Just as the temperature climbs, Texas towns are closing public pools to cut costs

Advocates say public pools are necessary community infrastructure and save lives. Splash pads have become a more affordable option.

The Texas Tribune · Jul 11, 2024