The Brief: Top Texas News for June 6, 2013
The redistricting debate has hit the road for its first stop in a four-city tour.
The redistricting debate has hit the road for its first stop in a four-city tour.
Your evening reading: Cornyn pushing to add major border security amendment to immigration bill; Carter considering statewide run; judge to hear new evidence in school finance case
As Democrats work to turn Texas blue, Republicans have their own plans for making the state even redder.
Your evening reading: state GOP distances itself from Tea Party leader's comments about black voters; Cruz pens letter slamming immigration reform bill; complaint filed over judge's remarks on race
With redistricting inching along, lawmakers are pushing for a little more special session drama.
Your evening reading: redistricting field hearings announced; Republican consultant fighting ethics bill; House adjourns until June 17
A subdued start to the special session has shifted attention back to Gov. Rick Perry.
Your evening reading: Perry open to adding items to special session agenda; Texas man questioned over ricin letters; House redistricting chief considering hearings outside Austin
So much for lawmakers acting quickly on redistricting this time around.
Your evening reading: special session likely to last at least two more weeks; Patrick still weighing bid for lieutenant governor; Cruz won't rule out filibuster on immigration bill
A burst of political jockeying — sparked by a surprise retirement announcement — lit up the third day of the special session.
Your evening reading: Combs' retirement announcement sets off 2014 scramble; redistricting lawyers recommend keeping state Senate maps; court ruling could shake up state water plan
The special session has brought the state's dormant redistricting fight back to life — but maybe not for long.
Your evening reading: Perry signs water bill; senators hope to revive transportation funding plan; New York GOP congressman boycotting Cruz dinner
The end of a tame regular session has given way to a special session that could prove much more volatile.