The lawsuit, filed in federal court, argues that the 2021 so-called “anti-ESG” law discriminates against specific political views.
Group sues Texas over law banning state business with firms “boycotting” fossil fuels
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Immigration
Judge rejects Ken Paxton’s bid to question leader of Brownsville migrant aid organization
The AG’s office sought to depose the leader of Team Brownsville, which provides water, shelter and basic necessities to asylum-seeking migrants.
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T-Squared
The Texas Tribune welcomes a new group of fellows this fall
Tribune fellowships offer students the opportunity to launch their careers with real-world experience.
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Criminal Justice
Texas inmate is exonerated after spending nearly 34 years in prison for wrongful conviction
A Dallas County judge granted a motion to dismiss charges against Benjamin Spencer, 59, who was initially convicted in 1987 of murder.
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2024 Texas Elections
Harris County voter outreach proposal sparks another fight with Texas Republicans
The county plans to ID eligible voters and send them registration forms. GOP officials say it’s an end-run around state law.
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Criminal Justice
Odessa is still healing five years after a mass shooting
“It’s like time passes, but it also freezes,” said Rosie Granados, whose twin sister was killed during the shooting.
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2024 Texas Elections
Colin Allred’s understated campaign strategy draws mixed reviews from fellow Democrats
Allred’s sharp divergence from Beto O’Rourke’s more active campaign style has stirred dissent among some Democrats. His allies say it’s working.
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Health care
What Texas can learn from crisis mental health care in Arizona
Texas officials look to Arizona cities when creating crisis mental health centers.
Sponsor Post
Texas, the dynamic hub of America’s energy future
bp America’s chairman explains how his company—and Texas—is building the energy system of today, and tomorrow.
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2024 Texas Elections
Election experts cautious as Abbott touts voter roll purge
Federal and state law already required voter roll maintenance. Experts warn the governor’s framing of this routine process could be used to undermine trust in elections.
