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State of Texas, Dallas Chamber, Business groups join Dallas sick leave lawsuit
The ongoing lawsuit against the city of Dallas’ paid sick leave has attracted amicus briefs from some high-level supporters, amongst them are the state...
Annie’s List endorses in HD 28 and HD 100
Eliz Markowitz and Lorraine Birabil each received an endorsement from the pro-choice group Annie’s List. Markowitz is a candidate for Texas House District 28...
Houston ISD appealing Wheatley's failing grade
Houston ISD is appealing Wheatley High School’s failing grade. Texas’ largest school district announced the appeal on Sept. 13.
The district’s decision to appeal Wheatley’s...
New San Antonio food pantry puts dignity first
Photo courtesy Texas Hunger Initiative Austin
In the midst of an ongoing conversation about tent cities, homelessness, and whether or not people have a right...
Tropical Storm Imelda's flooding turns deadly
Felipe Morales works on getting his truck out of a ditch filled with high water during a rain storm stemming from rain bands...
Polls support Dan Patrick’s support of background checks
Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick has said he’s willing to “take an arrow” from the NRA. Albeit, it’s a small arrow for a small concession....
Austin ISD considers closing 12 campuses
The Austin Independent School District will begin a series of meetings on Monday, Sept. 23, to discuss the proposed closure and consolidation of 12...
Texas school districts struggling with full day pre-K
When Gov. Greg Abbott signed House Bill 3 it was hailed as a landmark. The bill offered property tax reform and increased school financing....
Texas House Mass Violence Committee Holds First Hearing
The Texas House Select Committee on Mass Violence Prevention and Community Safety held their first public meeting on Tuesday, Sept. 17. Committee members heard...
HD-128 Democrat outraises Briscoe Cain after Beto endorsement
Josh Markle may be the campaign cash frontrunner for House District 128. After presidential candidate, Beto O-Rourke endorsed Markle the Deer Park Democrat raised...
