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Texas school voucher award notices sent to first group of families

The Texas comptroller’s office will conduct a lottery the week of April 27 to determine which additional families can receive education savings accounts.

The Texas Tribune · Mar 2

Third victim of downtown Austin shooting dies

The three people killed by the suspected gunman were identified Monday. Thirteen people were injured in the Sunday shooting that the FBI called a “potential act of terrorism.”

The Texas Tribune · Mar 2

Republican meddling roils Senate Democratic primary in final days

A super PAC supporting James Talarico is running ads online warning that the GOP is “boosting” Jasmine Crockett. Her spokesperson said Republicans “who underestimate her do so at their own peril.”

The Texas Tribune · Mar 2

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Top Republicans Reportedly Believe James Talarico Has An Edge Over Jasmine Crockett In Texas Democratic Primary And Will Be Tougher To Beat

Top Republicans believe that state Rep. James Talarico has an edge over Rep. Jasmine Crockett in Texas' Democratic primary for the U.S. Senate, and that he will be tougher to beat by whoever becomes the GOP's candidate in the state's general election.

Latin Times · Mar 2

What we know about Texas bar shooting as FBI probe possible Iran motive

An Iranian flag and a series of images depicting Islamic Republic officials were allegedly found at Ndiaga Diagne’s address

The Independent UK · Mar 2

Who Is the Austin Shooting Suspect? Police Release Details After Deadly Downtown Attack

Authorities in Austin have identified the suspect in a mass shooting that resulted in multiple casualties. The suspect was killed by police at the scene.

International Business Times UK · Mar 2

Political fighting pervades Texas politicians’ responses to Austin shooting

Days out from the March primary, Republicans called for changes to immigration law. Democrats repeated their calls for stricter gun laws.

The Texas Tribune · Mar 2

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New Texas Law Mandate: All County Jails Now Required to Partner With ICE Under SB 8

A major shift in law enforcement is coming to every corner of the Lone Star State, and the impact will reach far beyond the jailhouse walls. Governor Greg Abbott recently signed Senate Bill 8 into law. This mandate requires large Texas counties to cooperate with federal immigration authorities. For years,…

Budget and the Bees · Mar 1

FBI investigating Austin mass shooting as potential terrorism

The first 911 call came in just before 2am Sunday, officials say.

Axios · Mar 1

Texas Democrats prepare to decide party’s future after divisive, epic Senate primary

Jasmine Crockett and James Talarico face off in the state’s first blockbuster Democratic primary in decades. The race will likely conclude Tuesday, with the outside chance of a runoff.

The Texas Tribune · Feb 28

Redrawn to favor GOP, Texas’ 35th Congressional District attracts competitive primaries in both parties

President Donald Trump recently endorsed Air Force veteran Carlos De La Cruz for the seat Texas Republicans drew at his request. Democrats also see a chance to win in November.

The Texas Tribune · Feb 28

President Trump endorses Sid Miller and Don Huffines, countering Abbott’s picks

Trump’s last-minute primary endorsements that directly oppose the Texas governor’s selections came hours after he spoke at an event in Corpus Christi on Friday.

The Texas Tribune · Feb 28

Greg Abbott Spending Millions In Ads Featuring Jasmine Crockett To Galvanize Potential Texas Voters Who Dislike Her

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott is spending millions of dollars in ads featuring Democratic Rep. Jasmine Crockett to galvanize potential Republican voters who dislike her, according to a new report.

Latin Times · Feb 26

West Texas congressional candidates split on campaign strategy: Defend farmers or Trump

As front-runners in a seven-person Republican primary, Tom Sell is running on local issues, while Abraham Enriquez is making it all about Trump.

The Texas Tribune · Feb 26

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Texas Observer · Feb 25

A New Age for Houston Politics?

The Dem primary for the 18th Congressional District pits two generations of politicians—represented by Christian Menefee and Al Green—against each other.

Texas Observer · Feb 25

Calculating the Taxpayers’ Tab for Ken Paxton’s Extensive Travels

In his three terms as attorney general, Paxton’s state police security detail has cost nearly $3 million as it accompanied him across Texas, the country, and the world.

International Business Times UK · Feb 24

Gov. Abbott Sends Texas Troopers to Border as Cartel Kingpin's Death Sparks Violence in Mexico

Following the death of CJNG leader El Mencho, Texas increases border security to prevent cartel violence spillover.

Texas Observer · Feb 24

More Money than Greg

A blue wave may be coming, but the governor's ever-growing campaign warchest casts a long shadow over Texas elections.

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Latin Times · Feb 24

Texas Gov. Abbott Increases Patrols Across The Border After Killing Of El Mencho In Mexico: 'Significant Threat'

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott said he ordered to increase the amount of patrols at the border after the killing of Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, also known as "El Mencho," the leader of the Cártel Jalisco Nueva Generación (CJNG).

The Texas Tribune · Feb 23

Gov. Greg Abbott deploys DPS to “prevent spillover” of Mexican cartel violence

The increase in public safety operations along the border comes after the Mexican army killed “El Mencho,” a powerful cartel leader.

Texas Observer · Feb 23

Sarah Eckhardt Wants to Return the Texas Comptroller to the Bob Bullock Era

The Democratic candidate hopes to bring the statewide accountant’s office back to its rightful role—independently enforcing good government.

The Texas Tribune · Feb 20

Texas Senate candidate says “no strings attached” to $2 million donation from businessman

Rhonda Ward, a first-time candidate for elected office who previously served on the state GOP’s policy committee, is challenging Trent Ashby for the East Texas seat.

The Texas Tribune · Feb 18

Some Abbott-backed candidates face political headwinds in Republican primaries

The governor is supporting two U.S. House candidates whose opponents were recently endorsed by President Donald Trump, while his picks for comptroller and agriculture commissioner are trailing in the polls.

The Texas Tribune · Feb 18

Dan Crenshaw vs. Steve Toth primary is a fight over who’s the real RINO

Crenshaw, fighting to remain in his Houston-area congressional seat, has drawn criticism from right-wing media and a challenge from Toth, among the most conservative members of the Texas House.

The Texas Tribune · Feb 17

Momentum is building to meet electricity demand in Texas with small nuclear reactors

The first small modular nuclear reactor could be powering an industrial plant in Texas early in the next decade. And the state is pushing to become the leading site for testing and building the technology.

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