The evacuation ahead of Hurricane Rita in 2005 was marked by crowded roads and frustrated residents. But state officials say they’re better prepared now. Read our seven-part “Road From Rita” series from 2015, done in collaboration with the Beaumont Enterprise.
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Posted inEnvironment
Boomtown, Flood Town: Unchecked development and the risks for Houston
Rapid development continues in Houston, creating some economic gains but also contributing to flood risks. This 2016 project, done in partnership with ProPublica, looks at those risks and the debate over what to do.
Posted inState Government
Here’s where the Legislature is on Gov. Abbott’s special session issues
Gov. Greg Abbott has given the Texas Legislature 20 issues to tackle over a 30-day session, everything from bathroom regulations to local tree ordinances. We’re tracking how lawmakers are progressing on each of those issues.
Posted inState Government
On Reveal: How the crusade against sex trafficking left Texas kids behind
In this hour of Reveal, a public radio show and podcast, listeners will hear from the victims of sex trafficking left behind by the state.
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Criminal Justice
Video: Former Dallas Police Chief David Brown on “Overheard with Evan Smith”
Watch Texas Tribune CEO Evan Smith’s interview of David Brown on the KLRU-TV program “Overheard with Evan Smith.”
Posted inState Government
Video: Lawmakers fight in the Texas House amid immigration protests
Hispanic legislators became enraged after Republican Rep. Matt Rinaldi threatened to call immigration authorities on protesters.
Posted inState Government
Video: Texas Democrats respond to GOP lawmaker calling ICE on protesters
Democrats say a Republican lawmaker told them he called immigration officials on people protesting “sanctuary cities” legislation at the state Capitol on the last day of the regular legislative session.
Posted inState Government
Liveblog: Scenes from the final days of the 85th legislative session
Now that the House and Senate have adjourned sine die, take a look back at the sights and sounds of the final days of the Texas legislative session. Here’s our live coverage.
Posted inState Government
Tune in for a private, post-session livestream
Thank you for your interest in the Tribune’s private, post-session livestream, featuring Tribune Executive Editor Ross Ramsey and Border Bureau Chief Julián Aguilar. When: Thursday, June 1, at 12 p.m. How to watch: Simply return to this page. In the video window above, enter the password that was provided via email.Have questions? Please email membership@texastribune.org.
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State Government
Watch as House debates voter ID legislation (video)
Watch the Texas House debate legislation that would change the state’s voter ID law.
