Tarrant County students work to boost voter turnout after college polling site dispute
Students of both parties see voter participation as vital in the battleground county, where GOP officials almost closed polls at several campuses. Full Story
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![More than a dozen University of Texas at Arlington students gathered to make their way to Maverick Activities Center to vote on Oct. 21, 2024. As they walked the half-mile across campus, they encouraged other students to join them to vote.]()
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If it survives in court, Texas’ immigration law could upend enforcement nationwide
Texas challenged federal supremacy by creating a state crime for illegal entry into the U.S. The courts will decide whether it’s constitutional — and whether other states can follow Texas’ lead. Full Story
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Former President Donald Trump to make stop in Austin on Friday
The GOP presidential nominee will hold a press conference and appear on Joe Rogan’s podcast during his first visit to the capital since 2022. Full Story
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Odessa bans transgender people from using restrooms that don’t match sex assigned at birth
LGBTQ+ advocates called the ban one of the most extreme measures enacted by a local government. Full Story
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Watch a conversation with San Antonio’s state Sen. José Menéndez
The Democrat said the number of state senators should grow to better represent Texas population, but admitted that idea will likely gain little traction. Full Story
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Facing election scrutiny, Texas prepares for Nov. 5 with paper ballots and strengthened security
Only a handful of Texas counties will not have all in-person voters cast paper ballots at the polls. By 2026, all voting machines in Texas must produce a paper trail, per a 2021 state law. Full Story
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Texas sues Biden administration for not providing data on noncitizens
Attorney General Ken Paxton accused the federal government of failing to provide citizenship data for registered voters, even as he acknowledged that the vast majority of the people on the rolls are lawful voters. Full Story
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Democrats forced to rethink their political strategy in Texas, reporters say
A panel of Texas Tribune political journalists discussed the results of the 2024 elections, in which Republicans dominated statewide and local races. Full Story
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Children in Texas state representative’s latest campaign ad aren’t hers
From our premium politics newsletter, The Blast: A new ad from Rep. Caroline Harris Davila raises eyebrows in what increasingly appears to be a competitive race. Full Story
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Texas Supreme Court justice’s oversight of trust belonging to millionaire with dementia raises ethics concerns
Despite objections from her family, John Devine oversees the trust of Elvie Kingston, a clear violation of Texas’ judicial ethics rules, experts said. His wife is also her legal guardian. Full Story
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![Texas Supreme Court Justice John Devine listens to Douglas Alexander make oral arguments in the cases Abbott v. City of San Antonio, Abbott v. Jenkins, and Abbott v. Harris County, Feb. 22. 2023 in Austin. The cases were consolidated for oral arguments, as they all concern whether an executive order barring local mask mandates falls within the scope of authority granted to the Governor under the Texas Disaster Act.]()
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Kamala Harris to rally with Colin Allred in Houston days before Election Day
Harris’ surprise visit comes in the closing weeks of a campaign in which she has largely focused her efforts on other states. Full Story
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Questions on Texas voting rules? Ask our AI voting assistant.
This artificial intelligence tool queries The Texas Tribune’s guides to help answer your questions about voting rules in 2024. Full Story
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Election Day is Tuesday. Here’s a guide to your rights at Texas polls.
Polls will be open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Tuesday. Our guide outlines your voting rights and where you can cast a ballot. Full Story
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Robert Roberson juror says new evidence would have prevented his conviction in shaken baby case
The death row inmate was expected to testify before a Texas House committee, but those plans were scrapped amid a dispute over whether he should appear in person or virtually. Full Story
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As Robert Roberson’s execution neared, Gov. Greg Abbott stuck to silence
It’s rare for governors to step in to halt executions. In the case of Robert Roberson, it ended up being state lawmakers who took extraordinary steps. Full Story
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![Gov. Greg Abbott speaks about the recent 88th Legislative Session to an audience at the Texas Public Policy Foundation offices in Austin, on June 2, 2023. Abbott recounted policy victories in regards to fentanyl and the border crisis, as well as limiting gender-affirming care and banning DEI practices in higher education. Abbott ended the event by promising to call a special session for school choice, after the current special session for property tax resolves.]()
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How a career-ending injury as an NFL linebacker paved the way for Colin Allred’s underdog Senate bid
Allred was a high school football star who would later go on to play for the Tennessee Titans. From there he pivoted to law school where he pursued a career as a civil rights attorney. Full Story
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After Roberson ruling, Court of Criminal Appeals election in the spotlight
Three of the five judges who allowed Robert Roberson’s execution to proceed will be leaving the court after Paxton-backed primary challenges. Full Story
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Republicans want to flip this last competitive South Texas senate seat
State Sen. Morgan LaMantia, D-Palm Valley, faces off against Republican Adam Hinojosa in the only competitive race for the Texas Senate. Full Story
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Five races for the Republican-dominated State Board of Education to watch this year
Revising the social studies curriculum could be among the divisive issues the Texas State Board of Education tackles next year. Full Story
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At debate, Mayra Flores shrugs off concern about mandating South Texans carry passports
During a tense debate with U.S. Rep. Vicente Gonzalez, Flores attacked Gonzalez for being soft on border security, then suggested requiring residents to prove citizenship in some instances was appropriate. Full Story
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