Radical Political Puppeteers Come To Texas
The famed and revolutionary Bread and Puppet Theater, famous for their puppetry, is making stops in Houston, San Antonio, Austin, and Fort Worth this week
A Complicated Trajectory For DACA In Texas
How DACA looks in the future will be decided soon in a Texas courthouse, and the consequences for many Texans could be huge
Just How Weird Is Houston Heights
“The Heights used to be weird because there were a lot of artists, musicians, and other interesting people living there,” he said. “Now it’s weird because it’s populated with McMansions and people who don’t talk to their neighbors.”
Documentary Shows Librarians Fighting From The Front Line
A new documentary explores the ways in which librarians became front-line workers in the battle for democracy and the First Amendment
Houston Author Has The World’s First Coloring Novel
The Texas Renaissance Festival is the perfect place to celebrate one of the most innovative books born in the lone star state
Building A Haunted House One Piece At A Time
Sculpture Month Houston's yearly exhibition at the Sawyer Yard Silos is not strictly Halloween themed, but it’s perfect for spooky season.
Local Projects In Texas Preserve Climate Change Initiatives
As the Trump administration rolls back climate change efforts, grassroots programs are increasingly building in resilience from heat, storms, and the government itself
Politics
A Complicated Trajectory For DACA In Texas
How DACA looks in the future will be decided soon in a Texas courthouse, and the consequences for many Texans could be huge
The Texas Congressional Shake-up
The redistricting saga has left many Texas congressional members and candidates in a peculiar game of political musical chairs
James Talarico Enters Texas Senate Race
Talarico’s sincere faith (as well as his youthfulness and made-for-television messaging) may serve him well in the primary
The Bathroom Bill Arrives In Texas
There were many horrible, nasty and plainly false statements made. But one member’s speech truly stood out
Environment
Local Projects In Texas Preserve Climate Change Initiatives
As the Trump administration rolls back climate change efforts, grassroots programs are increasingly building in resilience from heat, storms, and the government itself
In Texas, Bats Are Beloved And In Danger
Though hardy animals, Texas bats are seeing major upheavals to their environment thanks to man-made climate change.
The Flooding In Texas
As the search continues for missing Texans, many are asking why such a tragedy occurred in the first place, with different leaders casting blame elsewhere.
Extreme Heat Roars Into Texas Early: A Reminder Of The Climate Crisis
Sudden heat shock expected to stress bodies across the state this week as 2025 continues to manifest unprecedented levels of extreme heat for Texas and the planet
Education
Documentary Shows Librarians Fighting From The Front Line
A new documentary explores the ways in which librarians became front-line workers in the battle for democracy and the First Amendment
The Houston Latina-Owned Bookstore Redefining Love
The popular romance pop-up bookstore Mossrose is selling literary love to a devoted Houston fan base
Haunting New Exhibit At The Holocaust Museum Houston
The newest exhibit at The Holocaust Museum Houston includes materials and artifacts from a vault that have never been displayed before
Abbott Vetoes Funding For Summer Food Program
The governor issued several vetoes over the weekend, including a budget item that secured millions for a summer food program
Reproductive Rights
The New Bill Attempting To Stop Abortion Medication In Texas
On the agenda for Texas Republicans in the second special session is an abortion restriction bill, specifically targeting abortion medication
Marking Three Years Of Dobbs
A storyteller summit convenes dozens of advocates in the reproductive freedom field from Texas and the nation
Assessing Abortion At This Year's Texas Legislature
With the legislative session done, many of the most vocal reproductive rights advocates are finally getting a chance to reflect on what the heck happened
Potential Legal Challenges To Abortion Shield Laws
A clerk in New York refused to file a judgment against a doctor for violating Texas abortion laws, however the threat to shield laws still looms