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
Clarification, Aug. 18, 2023 3:26 pm:
This article has been updated to clarify that the Ector County Library book club meets on Tuesdays, not Thursdays.
The national debate over books has come to West Texas. And librarians are stuck in the middle.
Correction, Aug. 16, 2023 10:09 am:
A previous version of this story included the incorrect year that Tara Jones and her family again suffered health effects from a foul odor at their home. It was December 2020, not December 2021.
For Texans, fighting state-regulated oilfield waste dumps can be a costly, do-it-yourself effort
Correction, Aug. 9, 2023 8:29 am:
A previous version of this article mistakenly said a term limits proposal supported by U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz would keep him from seeking reelection. The proposal, if it becomes law, is not retroactive and would apply to future terms.
Democrats Colin Allred, Roland Gutierrez draw distinctions on key issues as they target Sen. Ted Cruz in 2024
Clarification, Aug. 8, 2023 8:28 am:
In a previous version of this article, Ed Burbach was identified as a former assistant attorney general. Burbach was the former deputy attorney general for civil litigation.
Part 2: Texas backlash to Obama fueled conservative drive to reinterpret U.S. Constitution
Correction, Aug. 2, 2023 1:03 pm:
A previous version of this story included the incorrect bill number for the legislation that bans anonymous reports of abuse or neglect. It was House Bill 63, not Senate Bill 63.
Texas lawmakers move to close foster care hiring loopholes and expand rights of parents facing investigations
