Fifteen no-cost abortions scheduled through Harvey relief effort
Whole Woman's Health Clinic has already put more than $8,000 toward providing abortions for women affected by the hurricane. Full Story
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State Rep. Larry Phillips not running for re-election
The Sherman Republican is retiring from the Texas House after eight terms. Full Story
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The Brief: Today's the 16-year anniversary of 9/11. Here's what Texans in Congress remember.
It's been 16 years since Sept. 11, 2001 — the fateful day terrorists flew commercial airplanes into the World Trade Center and the Pentagon. Full Story
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New school buses to have seat belts under Texas law
Newly purchased school buses in Texas must have three-point seat belts for all riders under a new state law. Full Story
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In beleaguered La Marque schools, Harvey stirs up old anxieties
Last year, the state forced Texas City ISD to annex, or absorb, its neighboring district. After months of work, efforts to improve conditions for students from annexed La Marque ISD hit a significant speed bump: Hurricane Harvey. Full Story
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Texans in Congress remember close calls and lives changed on 9/11
On that fateful day in 2001, Texans now in Congress were scattered across Washington, D.C. in buildings feared as potential targets for a terrorist attack. Full Story
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Harvey deals a blow to Texas' already struggling child welfare system
Texas' child welfare system was already in crisis before Hurricane Harvey. Now, perhaps hundreds of foster families have been displaced by the storm and hundreds of child welfare workers have been unable to return to work. Full Story
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U.S. House sends Harvey aid bill to Trump – despite 4 Texans voting against it
The U.S. House approved $15 billion in aid to support those affected by Hurricane Harvey's destruction in southeast Texas on Friday, sending the legislation to President Donald Trump. Four Texas Republicans voted against the measure. Full Story
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In post-Harvey Houston, extent of water contamination largely unknown
Government agencies and scientists are still trying to get a handle on what exactly is percolating in lingering floodwaters — and who might be most impacted. Full Story
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Video: A conversation with San Antonio Mayor Ron Nirenberg
Check out full video from our conversation with San Antonio Mayor Ron Nirenberg in Austin. Full Story
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The Brief: What will it take to rebuild after Harvey?
From the nation's capitol to the state capitol to around the Houston area, the debate over what will be needed for Texas to rebuild after Hurricane Harvey is gaining steam. Full Story
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Hey, Texplainer: What assistance is available to those affected by Harvey?
The Federal Emergency Management Agency is offering aid to people displaced by Harvey, but not everyone qualifies for their assistance. For those still in need of help, there are other options. Full Story
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What lessons will Houston-area officials learn from Harvey? History gives us a clue
As Houston begins to recover from Harvey, a growing chorus of voices is calling for big policy changes to reduce flood damage from future disasters. Local officials haven't said much about what they might pursue, but history offers some clues. Full Story
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In Harvey response, Gov. Greg Abbott finds a hospitable spotlight
Weeks after his first special session ended on a sour note, Gov. Greg Abbott has drawn largely positive reviews for his role as Texas' crisis-commander-in-chief amid the lead up to and aftermath of Hurricane Harvey. Full Story
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![Gov. Greg Abbott, left, and FEMA Director William B. “Brock” Long talk on the tarmac of Corpus Christi International Airport before President Trump arrives to assess damage from Hurricane Harvey on Tuesday, Aug. 29, 2017.]()
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U.S. Rep. Michael McCaul again a top contender to be Trump's homeland security chief
U.S. Rep. Michael McCaul, R-Austin, is a leading contender to serve as the next homeland security chief and is interested in the position, a source close to the congressman tells the Tribune. Full Story
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In battered Houston apartments, residents wonder whether to stay
As Collingwood Gardens apartments' tenants weigh their options, Texas officials admit state funds to help displaced people are woefully inadequate and wait to see what aid package Congress approves. Full Story
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First responders sue Harvey-flooded plant after chemical fire
When first responders were sent to the scene of a chemical fire at a manufacturing plant last week, they were never alerted to the toxic fumes in the air, a new lawsuit alleges. And the plant's parent company could face another lawsuit in the next several weeks. Full Story
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Texans in Congress aim for united front ahead of long fight for Harvey aid
The 38 Texans in Congress aim to take advantage of their delegation's size and seniority to usher large amounts of federal aid and resources to the state following Hurricane Harvey. The Senate approved $15.25 billion in short-term relief Thursday. Full Story
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Texas churches damaged during Harvey sue FEMA for federal funding
Three Texas churches damaged in Hurricane Harvey are suing the Federal Emergency Management Agency, saying they should be eligible for disaster relief money even though they are religious institutions typically denied such funds. Full Story
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Slideshow: Digging out from Hurricane Harvey
Since Hurricane Harvey first hit the Texas coast on Aug. 25, Texans have had to come to terms with widespread damage caused by the storm. Take a look at just some of what Texans are dealing with. Full Story
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