A 2017 law lets the state block local governments, individuals and nonprofits from suing polluters and pursue the cases itself.
Houston
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Economy
Texas’ economy could take a hit if Houston dockworkers’ strike persists
Workers who load and unload shipping containers from cargo ships are at an impasse in labor contract negotiations.
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Environment
How we assisted Houston residents in monitoring air quality and reporting pollution
After identifying flaws in the state’s air monitoring, the Tribune hosted workshops to inform Houston Ship Channel communities.
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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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2024 Texas Elections
Sheila Jackson Lee’s daughter files to finish out her mother’s term
Carter will run against two Republicans for her mother’s seat to hold for a few weeks before the winner of the general election takes over.
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2024 Texas Elections
Rep. Shawn Thierry joins anti-trans policy group after losing Democratic primary
The Houston Democrat lost her seat after backlash for voting with Republicans to ban transition-related care for minors.
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2024 Texas Elections
It’s not just South Texas. Republicans are making gains with Latino voters in big cities, too.
Republican gains among Latino voters in urban areas could spell big trouble for Democrats’ hopes of turning Texas blue.
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Demographics
A South Texas school district received a request to remove 676 books from its libraries
The request came from a local pastor who is part of a group that trains people to “defend their freedom and liberty.” Other faith leaders have pushed back.
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State Government
Texas AG Ken Paxton sues Houston immigrants’ rights org over political speech
Attorney General Ken Paxton has targeted similar organizations that aid migrants at the border. The lawsuit appears to be the first to focus on political speech and rules that govern nonprofits.
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Congress
Russian prisoner release renews attention on Houston resident Austin Tice’s long captivity in Syria
Austin Tice’s captivity has spanned three presidential administrations. Texas’ congressional delegation continues pushing for his release.
