The Brief: Trump and Castro, in San Antonio, Address GOP Loyalties
Ted Cruz and Paul Ryan were focal points of discussion for their support, or lack thereof, for their party's nominee. Full Story
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Alex Samuels
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Alex Samuels was a reporter for The Texas Tribune from 2017 to 2021. She helped with national campaign coverage, wrote stories about the intersection of race and politics in Texas, and covered the hottest political news bubbling out of local communities. She was also one of the primary authors of The Blast, the Tribune’s subscription-only daily newsletter for political insiders. Alex began at the Tribune as a fellow in 2016. She graduated in 2017 from the University of Texas at Austin’s School of Journalism. She originally is from Massachusetts and is the best pingpong player at the Tribune.
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The Brief: Young Republicans Want Texas GOP To Distance From Trump
No Texas GOP officials have withdrawn their endorsements of Donald Trump. Full Story
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The Brief: Texas Leaders Weigh in On Trump Video Controversy
While several state leaders are denouncing him, none have retracted their endorsements. Full Story
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The Brief: Eviction Threat Targets Dallas' Poorest Neighborhoods
The city is working on plans to help those affected. Full Story
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The Brief: Barriers Remain in Grim Task to ID Remains of Migrants
While some progress has been made, hundreds of bodies remain a mystery. Full Story
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Houston Hurricane Protection Plan Still in Limbo
Researchers and scientists are at odds about how to protect the Houston Ship Channel, and Texas legislators will try again to reach a consensus in 2017. Full Story
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The Brief: Texas' Endangered Children Remain Unseen by CPS
Lawmakers hope to pass reforms during the next legislative session. Full Story
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The Q&A: Stuart Henry
In this week's Q&A, we interview Stuart Henry, attorney for the Sierra Club during litigation that spurred the creation of the Edwards Aquifer Authority. Full Story
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The Water Calendar
Key meetings and events over the coming weeks. Full Story
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The Brief: Students May Learn How To Act When Stopped by Police
The proposal follows various high-profile — and often fatal — encounters between police officers and civilians. Full Story
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