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State regulators approve controversial Texas electricity market reform

The substantial change in the way the state’s market works will first be reviewed by the Legislature.

The Texas Tribune · Jan 20, 2023

A year after FBI raids Henry Cuellar’s home, no arrests and no answers

One year later, there have been no arrests or charges filed related to the case. Cuellar maintains that he was never the target of the investigation and will ultimately be cleared of wrongdoing.

The Texas Tribune · Jan 19, 2023

When showing up at the Texas Capitol made a difference

Readers sometimes ask us if the outcomes in governing are predetermined and whether civic engagement makes a difference. There are plenty of examples of Texans influencing lawmakers’ decisions.

The Texas Tribune · Jan 19, 2023

Gov. Greg Abbott energizes supporters with vows to focus on education and the border as his third term begins

Texans came from all corners of the state to watch Abbott’s inauguration Tuesday. Even those who don’t completely agree with the Republican leader reveled in the ceremonies.

The Texas Tribune · Jan 18, 2023

Feds won’t seek death penalty against alleged El Paso Walmart gunman

The federal government has largely avoided pursuing the death penalty under President Biden.

The Texas Tribune · Jan 17, 2023

Texas universities block access to TikTok on campus Wi-Fi networks

Students and faculty will not be able to access the popular social media app while connected to university internet servers. It’s the latest step to limit access to the service after Gov. Greg Abbott directed state agencies to ban the app on government-issued devices citing cybersecurity risks.

The Texas Tribune · Jan 17, 2023

Gov. Greg Abbott says in inauguration speech Legislature will prioritize budget surplus, schools and power grid

Abbott is on track to becoming Texas’ second-longest-serving governor, behind Rick Perry, who served more than 14 years. Abbott enters his third term after a decisive reelection win in November.

The Texas Tribune · Jan 17, 2023

Rittenhouse fans target Texas brewery

The CEO of Southern Star Brewery insists he didn't give into the "woke mob" but nixed the event to protect locals

Salon · Jan 15, 2023

As lawmakers begin a new session, Texas mayors want to maintain control of local issues

Mayors from the state’s most populous cities presented their legislative wish list, including economic development and workforce programs, broadband infrastructure and violence prevention.

The Texas Tribune · Jan 13, 2023

A new bipartisan group of Texas lawmakers wants to highlight the state’s fragile water infrastructure

So far there has been an average of six boil-water notices a day across Texas in 2023.

The Texas Tribune · Jan 13, 2023