Marking Three Years Of Dobbs
A storyteller summit convenes dozens of advocates in the reproductive freedom field from Texas and the nation
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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
Why Trans Texans Feel Abandoned By Democrats
The inaction from many Texas Democrats allowed members from the other side to share lies about the transgender community.
Beto Outlines A Path Forward
At a town hall, O’Rourke focused on organizing now and in the immediate future. Because democracy and America are at stake.
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
The Targeting Of Trans Texans Continues
As its written, HB 229 would have a sweeping impact on over 100,000 trans Texans.
Could Texas Finally Get A Safe Needle Exchange Program?
While bills promoting safe syringe exchange programs have died for years, this weekend the Texas House is considering a targeted bill to legalize pilot programs in seven counties
A Public Education Bill Flounders
Greg Abbott wanted fanfare when he signed the voucher bill into law, but he has yet to show the same fervor for the companion piece of legislation that would actually fund Texas public schools
Author Lindy Ryan And The Vampiric Hold Of Beaumont
Ryan’s latest book is Another Fine Mess, the sequel to last year’s Bless Your Heart. The books tell the story of a matriarchal Evans clan, who operate a funeral home by day and a vampire slaying protocol at night.
Uvalde And The Weight Of 77 Minutes
Why a health museum for this exhibit? Because it lets the work be seen as part of a public health crisis.
A Better Playbook For Texas Democrats
Democrats in the Texas House actually have options to stall legislation, but using them is another matter
San Antonio Council Members Call For Tracking Extreme Heat’s Impact
Advocates say the effort would begin repairing a system that fails to account for heat-related deaths across the community. But Bexar County’s partnership remains uncertain.
The Blue States Advertising To Texas Doctors Over Abortion
This week the state of New Jersey announced a billboard campaign targeting Texas abortion providers to relocate to a state that promotes reproductive freedom.
Houston Artist Gets Rightful Showcase At Asia Society
The artist moved to Houston in 1984 and currently lives mere blocks from the Asia Society. However, she has spent most of her long career in obscurity, something "Between Worlds" is keen to rectify.
First-Time Texas Director Has Festival Hit
Stitched has its world premiere in Houston at the 58th WorldFest Houston International Film Festival on April 28.
School Voucher Bill Passes Texas House
Ahead of the vote, the rotunda of the Texas Capitol was awash in red on Wednesday. That’s because hundreds of public education supporters descended on Austin.
The Puppeteer Against Border Militarization
Kill Joy is part of ACLU Texas’s new artist in residence program. Born in Odessa to Filipino immigrants, she heads the Kitchen Table puppet collective, a loose group of movement artists that work in tandem with communities on social justice creations.