Correction, Nov. 13, 2023 10:59 am:
A previous version of this story incorrectly stated the number of cows in the Pogues' bison herd. There are 11 cows in the herd.
Bison return to Texas Indigenous lands, reconnecting tribes to their roots
Correction, Nov. 2, 2023 2:52 pm:
An earlier version of this story incorrectly stated that the Texas Legislature failed to pass during this year’s regular lawmaking session any of the policies recommended by a task force charged with examining the state’s teacher shortage. Lawmakers approved House Bill 1065, which allocates $800 million to create high-quality instructional materials to help teachers prepare their classes.
Public education advocates propose alternatives to STAAR test, push for more pathways for teachers
Clarification, Oct. 31, 2023 4:00 pm:
An earlier version of this story said the Texas Catholic Conference of Bishops supports the Texas House's main school voucher bill. The group said it supports some parts of the bill, like its language on how to prioritize funds for the program, but prefers the Texas Senate on other aspects.
Facing enrollment declines, Texas Catholic schools are leading supporters of school vouchers
Clarification, Oct. 27, 2023 8:46 am:
This article has been updated to clarify the City of Nacogdoches traces its modern origin to 1716 when it was first settled by the Spanish. Its first local government was established in 1779.
One of Texas’ oldest towns needs $200 million for upgrades. It’s asking voters to approve $44 million this fall.
Correction, Oct. 26, 2023 1:02 pm:
A previous version of this story misstated the range of years included in a ranking of the most staff turnover for U.S. Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee. The years included in the ranking were 2001-22.
Sheila Jackson Lee expresses regret after audio leaks of her berating, demeaning staffers
Correction, Oct. 19, 2023 2:38 pm:
A previous version of this article incorrectly reported the Permian Strategic Partnership was supporting the bond elections in both school districts. The organization doesn't take positions on political issues.
In West Texas, schools hope skeptical voters will OK debt to upgrade crumbling, overcrowded buildings
Correction, Oct. 6, 2023 4:17 pm:
An earlier version of this article misspelled Kelty Garbee's last name.
Texas’ economic “miracle” at stake in 2023 election, lawmaker says
Correction, Oct. 6, 2023 11:20 am:
Due to an editing error, a previous version of this story misstated how money from education savings accounts can be used. They can help pay for private school tuition, home schooling expenses or private tutoring
Education savings accounts and illegal immigration will be part of third special legislative session’s focus
Correction, Oct. 6, 2023 8:32 am:
This story has been updated with correct information on the Alternatives to Abortion program's funding details and rebranded name.
‘They just tried to scare us’: Anti-abortion centers teach sex ed inside some Texas public schools
Correction, Oct. 3, 2023 12:18 pm:
A previous version of this story incorrectly stated John Sharp's graduation year. It's 1972. Due to an editing error, it also gave a misleading description of Matthew Gaines' impact on A&M. As a state senator, he was integral to the founding of the university.
Can John Sharp protect his maroon empire?
Correction, Sept. 28, 2023 2:09 pm:
An earlier version of this story misspelled Cary Cheshire's name.
Texas A&M student president impeached, removed from office
Correction, Sept. 21, 2023 9:46 pm:
An earlier version of this story misidentified a donor who gave $150,000 to Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick. The donor was Ross Perot Jr.
Dan Patrick defends taking $3 million from pro-Paxton group ahead of trial
Correction, Sept. 15, 2023 3:39 pm:
An earlier version of this article incorrectly reported some provisions of Proposition 1. It does not address nuisance claims directly. This article also has been updated throughout to clarify what Proposition 1 addresses.
Taxes, state parks, infrastructure: What you need to know about the Nov. 7 constitutional amendments election
Correction, Sept. 14, 2023 5:41 pm:
A previous version of this story misidentified the Paxton lawyer who questioned Henry de la Garza, human resources director for the attorney general's office. The lawyer's name is Amy Hilton.
Paxton trial updates, Sept. 14: AG supervisor refutes whistleblower claims
Correction, Sept. 14, 2023 1:47 pm:
This article has been updated to correct three errors. The new law did not ban absentee ballot drop boxes. In fact, the law codified rules for in-person delivery of absentee ballots to election workers at drop-off locations.
The law did not set new requirements for people driving more than seven voters to the polls. New requirements apply only if voters use the curbside-voting option.
The law did not eliminate an employer’s obligation to let employees take time off to vote. The law provides an exception under some circumstances.
What’s at stake in the long-awaited trial over Texas’s sweeping 2021 elections law
Correction, Sept. 7, 2023 4:44 pm:
An earlier version of this story misstated the city in which Johnny Sutton is based.
“It was not a mutiny”: Senior staff had no choice but to report Ken Paxton to the FBI, whistleblower testifies
Correction, Sept. 2, 2023 11:09 am:
An earlier version of this article inaccurately reported how much Todd Interests bought the former state park for. The company bought it for $103 million.
Texas takes legal action to save Fairfield Lake State Park
Correction, Sept. 1, 2023 9:12 am:
An earlier version of this story incorrectly stated the school year that recently started. It is the 2023-2024 school year.
Federal judge bars Texas from enforcing book rating law
Correction, Aug. 30, 2023 7:34 pm:
A previous version of this story incorrectly said a Travis County judge blocked House Bill 2127, a state law that would limit local governments' ability to create new ordinances, from taking effect. While the judge declared the law unconstitutional Wednesday, she did not stop the law from taking effect.
Judge declares new Texas law that would erode cities’ power to enact local rules unconstitutional
Correction, Aug. 30, 2023 3:49 pm:
In a previous version of this story, a helicopter was incorrectly identified in a photo caption as belonging to Customs and Border Protection. It is the property of the Texas Department of Public Safety.
Texas National Guard disbanded intelligence wing after members used WhatsApp to spy on migrants
