State Board of Education set to vote on Mexican-American studies book
The State Board of Education will vote this week on whether to accept a Mexican-American studies textbook opponents have called racist and inaccurate. Full Story
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![State Sen. José Menéndez, D-San Antonio, speaks during a press conference at the Texas Education Agency on Tuesday, November 15, 2016 regarding a proposed Mexican-American studies textbook that educators and activists are calling racist. The advocacy group, Texas Freedom Network, along with educators, and activists are asking the State Board of Education to reject the Mexican American heritage textbook.]()
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Trump's deportation plans, Texas bill-filing begins (podcast)
On this week's TribCast, Emily talks to Ross, Patrick and Julian about the pre-legislative flurry of bill-filing, President-elect Trump's vows to deport millions and Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick's list of priorities. Full Story
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U.S. Rep. Roger Williams loses bid to chair House GOP's campaign arm
In the contest for chairman of the National Republican Congressional Committee, House Republicans elected Rep. Steve Stivers of Ohio over Rep. Roger Williams, R-Austin. Full Story
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New in TribTalk: Tech and Texas government
There can be no denying that the technology industry plays a significant role in Texas' economy, but our state Legislature and governor's office have not evolved to properly handle technology issues, write Ron Yokubaitis and Shane Menking of Data Foundry. Full Story
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Help us understand the impact of college tuition rates in Texas
The Texas Tribune is exploring the impact of rising tuition costs in Texas. We want your help. Full Story
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After Trump election, Bush says "anger shouldn't drive policy"
Former President George W. Bush, who did not support Trump, opened his remarks by saying he does not "think it's helpful for a former president to criticize successors." Full Story
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New in TribTalk: Trump and executive action
It is incumbent on conservatives to uphold their principles and speak out against actions that violate the country's most cherished constitutional precepts — regardless of the occupant of the White House — writes state Rep. Matt Krause, R-Fort Worth. Full Story
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The Brief: Bill filing begins ahead of 2017 Texas legislative session
Only a handful of bills will ever make it out of committee, survive votes in both Capitol chambers and be signed into law by the governor's pen next year. Full Story
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Slideshow: A "Day with Dad" at a maximum security prison
It was an emotional day of father-daughter dances, conga lines and heartfelt conversations between 29 prisoners and their kids at the annual "Day with Dad" event at the Darrington Unit south of Houston. Full Story
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![Jaden opens his gift bag from his father Jason Jackson. Volunteers collect and organize age appropriate items that fathers then put into gift bags the day before the Day with Dad.]()
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At "Day with Dad" prison event, leaping hugs and difficult discussions
Dads in a maximum-security lockup in Brazoria County hold on to hope by holding on to their kids. Full Story
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![John Green reunites with his son in the middle of the Darrington Unit gym at the start of the Day with Dad program, Saturday, Nov. 5, 2016. Children and the 29 participating inmates ran into each other's arms to kick off the day of activities.]()
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Across Texas, growing clusters of unvaccinated children
Even though statewide levels of vaccinations remain high, public health officials are increasingly worried about the geographic areas where parents are choosing not to vaccinate their children. Full Story
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![Georgia Moore, front left, was diagnosed with leukemia, and had to undergo chemotherapy that affected her immune system. She had to stay home from school because her parents worried unvaccinated kids might make her sick.]()
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Texas legislators file bills aimed at decriminalizing marijuana
The filings come less than a week after several other states approved measures weakening marijuana laws. And according to the bills filed Monday, Texas lawmakers are looking to do the same thing. Full Story
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As first bills are filed, battle lines for 2017 session begin to emerge
Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick signaled an aggressive conservative agenda for the senate with his priority list, while House Democrats promised to focus on "kitchen table" issues. Full Story
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Tell us how Donald Trump's deportation plans impact you or your community
How do you think Donald Trump's election — and his proposed immigration and deportation policies — will affect you or undocumented people where you live? Full Story
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Bill filing day at the Texas Capitol revives controversies of years past
Here’s an early look at the bills expected to draw attention when lawmakers reconvene in Austin in 2017. Full Story
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The Brief: Texas energy faces unknown future under Trump presidency
President-elect Donald Trump's mixed messages on the campaign trail have left Texas energy industry confused but hopeful. Full Story
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Analysis: Finding out exactly what the election winners have in mind
It won't change the color of the leaves on the trees, but the civics seasons in Texas have changed. Say goodbye to the elections and hello to the legislative session. Full Story
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Texas foster youth struggle to get college degrees
Although Texas offers free tuition waivers and other benefits to ease foster youths' transition to higher education, the number of students using the resources has declined. Full Story
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![Briana Dovi, who graduated from University of Texas at Arlington, is one of the few foster youths in Texas that has taken advantage of the free tuition waiver provided by the state.]()
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New in TribTalk: Border security under Trump
With a Trump presidency and Republican-controlled Congress committed to securing the border, the question must be asked: Why should the Texas Legislature be in the border security business at all? It shouldn't, writes Republican political consultant Ted Delisi. Full Story
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New in TribTalk: Fixing health care
The Affordable Care Act, a sweeping law full of crushing regulations and burdensome mandates, has accomplished exactly the opposite of what President Obama naively promised while shattering the confidence of millions Americans in the process, writes U.S. Rep. John Ratcliffe. Full Story
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