The Playlist: Hamilton
This week's playlist is dedicated to Reeve Hamilton, one of the Tribune's original reporters who leaves us today after a memorable five-plus years. Full Story
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This week's playlist is dedicated to Reeve Hamilton, one of the Tribune's original reporters who leaves us today after a memorable five-plus years. Full Story
Reeve, Ross, Emily and Jim discuss the political landscape now that early voting has begun, the latest in the state's fight against the Ebola virus, the significance of falling oil prices and a guilty plea for embezzlement. Full Story
Emily, Evan, Ross and Jay discuss the big reveals in Wendy Davis' recently released memoir, Joe Allbaugh's marijuana-related venture and Tuesday night's state Senate election. Full Story
Reeve, Evan, Emily and Jim talk about the vote to censure University of Texas System Regent Wallace Hall, a controversial proposal to allow alcohol at gun shows, and the latest news from the Texas Railroad Commission. Full Story
Reeve, Jay, Terri and Ross talk about a controversial comment made at the Texas Democratic Party convention, the workers' compensation system in Texas, and why sports agents want more access to the state's college athletes. Full Story
Reeve, Ross, Emily and Evan gab about the one-year anniversary of the Legislature's famous filibuster, the upcoming Texas Democratic Party convention, and the latest on the investigation into alleged favoritism in UT-Austin admissions. Full Story
Reeve, Evan, Ross and Emily talk about the results of the latest University of Texas/Texas Tribune Poll as well as the news coming out of California following Gov. Rick Perry's recent visit. Full Story
Reeve, Ross, Alexa and Aman talk about leadership changes in Wendy Davis' campaign, recent changes to the Republican Party of Texas' platform, and changes currently being considered that might allow services like Uber in more Texas cities. Full Story
Reeve, Corrie, Emily, and Ben discuss the upcoming state convention of the Republican Party of Texas, the proposed closing of state-supported living centers and the legacy of Grace Garcia, the late executive director of Annie’s List. Full Story
Reeve, Ross, Emily and Evan review the results of Tuesday's primary runoff elections and what they mean for the general election and the 2015 session of the Texas Legislature. Full Story
Evan, Ross, Emily and Reeve talk about potentially major career moves for San Antonio's mayor and a state senator, as well as the release of a lieutenant governor candidate's medical records and the ensuing backlash. Full Story
Reeve, Emily, Neena and Ross discuss the adventures of the state's "Sriracha Delegation," the latest in the consideration of the impeachment of a university regent, and the launch of a new website from the folks behind The Texas Tribune. Full Story
Evan, Brandi, Reeve and Terri talk about the release of convicted murderer Bernie Tiede, the comptroller's attempt to collect fees from strip clubs, and the latest in the 2014 primary runoffs. Full Story
Ross, Reeve, Jim and Terri talk about what a botched execution in Oklahoma means for Texas, the state's history with the U.S. Bureau of Land Management, and allegations regarding the business practices of attorney general candidate Ken Paxton. Full Story
In a very special episode of the TribCast, Reeve, Emily and Ross join David Plotz, Emily Bazelon and John Dickerson of the Slate Political Gabfest to talk about Common Core, the gubernatorial race and the presidential hopes of notable Texans. Full Story
Reeve, Ross, Evan and Alexa discuss a televised debate on immigration policy, recent scrutiny of Gov. Rick Perry's handling of Travis County's Public Integrity Unit, and the Libertarian Party's state convention. Full Story
Ross, Emily, Reeve and Ben talk about a recent report outlining possible grounds for impeaching a University of Texas System regent, the odds of open carry legislation passing next session, and the LBJ Presidential Library's Civil Rights Summit. Full Story
Emily, Reeve, Alexa and Ross run through a number of topics, including a campaign shake-up, a U.S. Supreme Court decision, a fight over education proposals and the legacy of Ray Hutchison. Full Story
Reeve, Brandi, Ross and Neena discuss the oil spill in Galveston Bay, the mounting frustrations at the University of Texas System, and the lagging Affordable Care Act enrollment in Texas. Full Story
Reeve, Emily, Evan and Ross discuss the ongoing battle over equal pay, the recent cancellation of a planned debate between Republican candidates for lieutenant governor, and the changing media landscape in Texas. Full Story