The Unending Tolls Of Being Undocumented In Texas
For undocumented Texans, the economic burdens keep growing
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Texas Senate Passes Redistricting Bill
Despite a walkout from several Democrats, a redistricting bill passed the Texas Senate but remains in limbo in the House thanks to a quorum break
Republican Legal Threats Continue As Democrats Hold Strong
As Democrats have appeared alongside leaders of states like Illinois, New York, Massachusetts and California, Republicans in Texas are attempting to take legal action, often invoking powers they do not hold.
The Time-Traveling Manga From a Rising Black Artist
Golden Mist follows a young man named Kai who is part of a legendary martial arts dynasty destined to save the world
House Democrats Leave State, Denying A Quorum
The Democrats left the state on Sunday afternoon and began arriving at various destinations across the country including Chicago, Boston, and Albany.
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
First Redistricting Map Revealed
The new congressional districts would potentially net Republicans five more seats by carving out districts in North Texas, Austin and Houston
The New Federal Lawsuit Against Abortion Shield Laws
A federal lawsuit from Texas against a California doctor marks a new legal ground against shield laws, which blue states enacted to protect abortion providers
A Landmark Year For The Houston Shakespeare Festival
Through Sidney “Doc” Berger, the University of Houston’s legendary director and teacher, Shakespeare became a pivotal part of the city's identity.
Texas Republicans Revive Anti-Trans Bathroom Bill
Women and survivors of violence held a rally outside the Capitol blasting the latest bathroom bill re-introduced in the special session
The Intentional ICE Terror
Blurring the line between state and vigilante violence is an intentional choice by ICE
How Will Democrats Approach The Special Session?
Monday will give a glimpse if Texas Democrats have a plan to fight redistricting not just with websites and rhetoric but action too
The Stakes Of Redistricting
All eyes will be on the lone star state to see whether Republicans can really deliver on the wishes of President Trump about radically redistricting the state
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.
Marking Three Years Of Dobbs
A storyteller summit convenes dozens of advocates in the reproductive freedom field from Texas and the nation
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
Tabulating The Texas Legislature
In 140 days, the legislature once again did what they do best to millions of Texans: ban, bully and burn.
Texas Democrats Strategize A Path Forward
Former Congressman Adam Kinzinger appeared with several North Texas elected officials to discuss the future of the Democratic Party
Documentary Reveals Houston’s Unsung Blues Legacy
'When Houston Had the Blues' is a deeply fascinating documentary that explores the rise and fall of the genre in the city’s historic Third and Fifth Wards
The Many ‘No Kings’ Protests Throughout Texas
The protests that took place in Texas were all peaceful, with rallygoers chanting and waving creative signs rebuking the Trump administration
Big Crowds Expected At Protests Across Texas
According to the No Kings website there are over sixty events throughout the state of Texas.
Tomashi Jackson Across A Universe In Color And Time
Her work appropriately wanders the world from Houston to Greece, but it’s in her study of time that is her true genius.
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
'Figurative Histories' Explores The Artistic Ascension Of Black Bodies
A new exhibition in Houston brings together four Texas-based Black artists for one goal: to re-contextualize the expression of the Black body in a way that it has rarely been done before
Hobbit Café: Houston’s Most Legendary Restaurant
The Hobbit Café has never lost the feel of a homey, hidden gem that rewarded a sense of whimsy
After Lawsuit, In-State Tuition For Texas Dreamers Ends
District Court Judge Reed O’Connor determined that the Texas law is unconstitutional, and Texas agreed to a consent judgment
LGBTQ+ Clubs Targeted With New DEI Ban
One of the final bills passed in the legislature is a sweeping ban on DEI in public schools
Thomas Tran Is A Wanderer In Art and Life
At just 28, Thomas Tran is one of Texas’s best and most mysterious artists.
The Heartwarming Documentary About A Texas Girl Named Crystal
The documentary follows Crystal, her brother, and parents as they navigate an increasingly hostile political environment.
Ten Commandments Bill Clears Major Hurdle
Christian nationalism moves further into Texas public school classrooms
The Medieval Castle In Bellville You Can Visit
The passion project of an ornery bakery owner, Newman's Castle in Bellville is as remarkable as it is incongruent with its surroundings