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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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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How will Texas energy — and environment — fare under Trump?
President-elect Donald Trump may be seen as a boon for fossil fuels and a burden for renewables. But energy experts and clean energy groups say his victory may not be a win for Texas oil and gas — or a totally bad thing for wind and solar. Full Story
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If Trump appoints U.S. Reps. Hensarling and McCaul, who would replace them?
The new Trump administration could bring special elections to the state of Texas. Full Story
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For Dallas Democrat, win in Texas House race "bittersweet" (audio)
Attorney Victoria Neave's victory over state Rep. Kenneth Sheets, R-Mesquite, was a rare bright spot for Texas Democrats Tuesday night. Full Story
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With Trump in D.C., Texas might spend less on border
If President-Elect Donald Trump delivers on his promise to dramatically beef up security on the U.S.-Mexico border, leading Texas lawmakers say they might quit spending so much state tax money on it. Full Story
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Tensions erupt at Texas universities, public schools after Donald Trump's win
Here's a roundup of protests and racially charged incidents reported at Texas universities and public schools in the aftermath of Donald Trump's victory Tuesday night. Full Story
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New in TribTalk: Honoring veterans
The least we can do is to ensure that our government does everything it can to provide the medical care and support services our veterans require after completing their service, write U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz and state Sen. Brian Birdwell. Full Story
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The Brief: Baylor boosters call for reform
Amid scrutiny over how Baylor University handled allegations of sexual assault against football players and other students, a group of boosters asked for more transparency from the school's board of regents. Full Story
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See the straight-ticket breakdown in Texas' 10 most-populous counties
Straight-ticket ballots — where voters choose parties instead of individual candidates — accounted for almost 64 percent of total votes cast in the state’s 10 biggest counties this year. Full Story
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Analysis: The blue dots in Texas’ red political sea
Texas remained true to the GOP in this week's general election, but the blue spots on the map that represent Democratic votes and mark many of the state's biggest cities are getting bluer. Full Story
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