David Muto

Gov. Rick Perry conceded on Tuesday that it may be raining, but he’s not putting the umbrella all the way up.

Your afternoon reading: tentative deal to tap Rainy Day Fund struck; Perry making robocalls for conservative group; Senate approves “Choose Life” license plates

The scuffle over tapping the Rainy Day Fund took an awkward turn on Monday.

Your afternoon reading: for once, some good budget news; SBOE member cleared of allegations; why DeLay judge recused himself

Thousands of demonstrators descended on the Capitol on Saturday to loudly protest $10 billion in education cuts. But now what?

Your afternoon reading: another Perry nominee lacks votes for confirmation; Mike Leach wants the Legislature’s help; lawmakers file last-minute spate of abortion bills

A hearing on Thursday, largely meant to look into use of the Rainy Day Fund, played host to drama pitting House lawmakers against Gov. Rick Perry.

Your afternoon reading: Pitts vs. Perry battle over budget heats up; state worker furlough bill introduced; more Texas vs. California

Gov. Rick Perry, addressing education cuts on Wednesday, had one message for districts facing layoffs: Don’t shoot the messenger.

Your afternoon reading: Perry says state shouldn’t be blamed for teacher layoffs; Craddick’s condition said to not be serious; bill would close Youth Commission