Weekend Insider: Rusty Hardin, Louie Gohmert
In this edition of the Weekend Insider, we talk about high-profile Houston defense lawyer Rusty Hardin and U.S. Rep. Louie Gohmert, R-Tyler. Full Story
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Interactive: Healthy Food Scarcity and Obesity
Nearly a third of Texans are obese. Limited access to healthy food options is part of the problem, particularly in low-income communities. This map shows the percentage of food retailers that offer healthy options by census tract, as calculated by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Full Story
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Phil Wilson: The TT Interview
Ten months into his tenure, the executive director of the Texas Department of Transportation on funding the state's transportation needs, the prospects for high-speed rail and what the expansion of the Panama Canal means for Texas ports. Full Story
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The Brief: Aug. 23, 2012
Texas, the biggest prize for Republicans on the electoral map, won't be getting a whole lot of love at the GOP convention this year. Full Story
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Proposed Medicaid Fraud Rules Worry Providers
The state’s Health and Human Services Commission is seeking formal approval for new Medicaid fraud rules that doctors say deny them due process and expand investigators’ power to halt their funding. Full Story
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Minus Cruz, Texans Have Minor Convention Roles
If it weren't for Ted Cruz, Texas wouldn't have much prominence at the Republican National Convention next week. Former presidential candidates Rick Perry and Ron Paul don't have speaking roles at the convention. Full Story
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Vaccine Requirement Puts Some Students, Schools in a Bind
Virtually all Texas college students must be vaccinated against meningitis before classes start this fall. But state and federal cuts to vaccine funding have left low-income students, and some small schools, on edge. Full Story
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Drought Eases in Texas, but State Still Feeling Others' Pain
In a twist of fate for Texas, where dry conditions wreaked havoc last year, much of the state has pulled out of the drought just as the rest of the country has entered into it. But that doesn't mean Texas isn't feeling the effects. Full Story
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In State Cemetery, Texans Can Be Buried Alongside History
The Texas State Cemetery, located east of downtown Austin, has become the final resting place for dozens of famous politicians and war heroes. But the cemetery's historical reputation has kept one fact hidden over the years: Any Texan can apply to be laid to rest there. Full Story
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Lubbock Judge: Obama Re-election Could Spark U.N. Takeover, Civil War
A Lubbock County judge is making headlines after suggesting that President Obama might hand over sovereignty of the United States to the United Nations, possibly igniting in a civil war. Full Story
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Cruz and Sadler Agree to Oct. 2 Debate in Dallas
U.S. Senate candidates Ted Cruz and Paul Sadler will participate in a debate on Oct. 2 in Dallas, both campaigns confirmed Wednesday. Full Story
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The Evening Brief: Aug. 22, 2012
Your evening reading: Lubbock County judge says tax hike needed to deal with public unrest if Obama is re-elected; Akin comment still stirring debate in Texas; Planned Parenthood remains in Women's Health Program, for now Full Story
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Updated: Incentive Plan for Presidents Advances at UT System
On Wednesday, a committee of the University of Texas System Board of Regents approved a new incentive plan that could drastically alter compensation for the presidents of its 15 institutions. Full Story
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Military Bases Want More Say on Development
Representatives from Texas military bases were at the capitol Wednesday asking legislators to require developers to involve military officials in plans for construction near their facilities and training grounds. Full Story
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UT Considering Massive Open Online Courses
The University of Texas at Austin is negotiating with Coursera and edX, massive open online course companies that make content from elite universities available for free on the internet. Full Story
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At UT System, Plan to Expand KUT Moves Forward
The University of Texas System Board of Regents' academic affairs committee approved a revised version of an embattled proposal to have the University of Texas at Austin expand KUT, Austin's public radio station. Full Story
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For Now, Planned Parenthood Remains in Women's Health Program
State health officials are working to figure out when they'll exclude Planned Parenthood from the Women's Health Program. Meanwhile, the affiliates plan to continue services. Full Story
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The Brief: Aug. 22, 2012
Texas Republicans on Tuesday scored big victories in two long-running legal fights. Full Story
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ACT Report: 24 Percent of Texas High School Grads Are College Ready
Only about a quarter of the state's Class of 2012 students are college ready, according to a new report by the ACT. Texas Education Agency officials attribute the numbers to an increase in students taking the test. Full Story
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Approved Deferred Action Applicants Could Get ID Cards, Lawyers Say
Texas Department of Public Safety rules mandate that applicants for driver’s licenses or IDs prove they are in the country legally. Some immigration lawyers say that approved deferred action applicants would qualify. Full Story
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