Health Care Remains A Major Concern For Texans
At least in the early part of 2026, enrollment in the ACA marketplace in Texas held steady, with even a slight uptick. But those numbers may be deceiving.
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A New Legal Terrain For Texas Nonprofits
By combining old legal tools with new state laws that took effect in January, the Texas Attorney General can pressure nonprofits without filing criminal charges
The Race For Lieutenant Governor
The race to defeat Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick is an uphill climb in a state where the conservative incumbent is a household name and Democrats haven’t won a statewide office in over thirty years. But three Democrats and three Republicans are taking that risk.
Fighting Homelessness In Austin With Tiny Houses
"Through the built environment, not just housing, we're able to start the process of creating a village that's a true home for our neighbors. This means creating spaces for neighbors to engage and build relationships amongst each other, staff and volunteers.”
Transforming Traumatic Brain Injuries Into Art
Tim Colomer's work has made him an unofficial artist-in-residence for the bomb squad community. He has even been invited to contribute to a large obelisk at the National Museum of the Marine Corp.
Despite Threats, Texas Students Continue ICE Protests
Despite the warnings from the governor and the Texas Education Agency, protests have continued at schools all over the state -- and they show no signs of stopping
A Steep Rise In Texas Immigration Cases
Last year, two districts in Texas – the Southern and Western District – recorded 25,506 immigration criminal case, breaking all previous records. And that trend is continuing in 2026.
A Brief History Of The Weird Ways People Ski In Houston
For half a century, people have been trying to bring skiing to Houston in some form or another, mostly in ways that range from charmingly bizarre to bizarrely illegal.
Joe Folladori: Houston’s Answer To John Cameron Mitchell
Katy Perry Candy Darling Mary Magdalene follows Sophia, the lead singer of Houston underground band Bird Murderer, who goes on a manic quest to write the perfect song. The real story, though, is about self-exploration through art.
The New Union Leader Turned Texas Senator-Elect
Democrat Taylor Rehmet, a 33-year-old Fort Worth Air Force veteran and Lockheed Martin union leader, defeated Republican Leigh Wambsganss of Southlake in the runoff by more than 14 percentage points
Deaths In ICE Detention Escalate
The January 2026 deaths continued the rise in fatalities seen in 2025. That year marked a 20-year high for deaths in ICE detention, coinciding with a 65 percent jump in the national detention population.
Exploring The Whataburger Museum Of Art
Whataburger began collecting fan art on Instagram in 2021. There are over a hundred pieces showcased on the page, ranging from parodies of famous paintings, surrealist works, sculptures, photography, and mosaics
How Trauma-Informed Care Strengthens Justice For Sexual Assault Survivors
Exactly one year after her daughter's death, Tracy Matheson established the nonprofit Project Beloved: The Molly Jane Mission to advocate for sexual assault survivors.
What To Know About Abortion In Texas Now
Texas’ blanket ban has not eliminated access to abortion—just displaced it. Care has been forced out of state and into a statutory gray area. One thing remains consistent across these statutes: seeking abortion care is not illegal.