In this video, see the impact of Abbott’s increased border inspections on produce importers, fruit stand vendors and truck drivers on both sides of the Texas-Mexico border.
Stories by Texas Tribune fellows
The Texas Tribune welcomes a group of student fellows into our newsroom each spring, summer and fall. Here is a sampling of their work. Learn more about the fellowship program here.
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Courts
Austin’s ban on some digital billboards can stand, U.S. Supreme Court says
The high court upheld Austin’s ordinance that prohibits companies from digitizing some billboards, saying it does not violate free speech.
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State Government
In McAllen, Gov. Greg Abbott’s border inspections meant late deliveries, rotten produce and lost business
The delays caused by the state’s inspections are the latest blow to farmers and produce businesses in the Rio Grande Valley recovering from the pandemic and losses from last year’s winter storm.
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Immigration
Top U.S. border official says busing migrants out of Texas complicates federal officials’ jobs
The U.S. Customs and Border Protection commissioner said Gov. Greg Abbott isn’t coordinating with the agency as Texas sends migrants far from their immigration proceedings.
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Economy
Food banks struggle to help Texans as grocery prices increase
The pressures pushing up costs for consumers are also hitting agencies trying to combat hunger, making it hard to keep up with rising demand for their aid.
Watch: Former NATO Ambassador Kay Bailey Hutchison says U.S. could have better prepared for Russia’s invasion of Ukraine
The Republican former Texas senator also says America should issue harsher sanctions against Russia.
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LGBTQ+ Texans
Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick wants Texas version of Florida law that critics dubbed “Don’t Say Gay”
The Florida law prohibits teachers from teaching sexual orientation or gender identity to kids below the fourth grade.
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Congress
Texas Republicans pushed Biden administration to keep rule that turns asylum-seekers away at the border
The Biden administration will drop the policy that critics have called an inhumane rule.
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Operation Lone Star
What is Operation Lone Star? Gov. Greg Abbott’s controversial border mission, explained.
The governor has ordered thousands of state troopers and National Guard members to the border since last year. Here’s what you need to know about the initiative.
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Higher Education
Texas A&M to grant free tuition, room and board to its Ukrainian students
So far, about 14 students could receive the aid, but the number might increase as more candidates are identified, the university system said.
