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.
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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.
The LGBTQ+ Representation At The Dallas Art Fair
While the Dallas Art Fair has always been a preeminent place for Texans to experience the imagination and creativity of artists in all kinds of spaces, this year there’s a particular focus on amplifying and showcasing the work of LGBTQ+ artists.
The Dangerous Reality Of An Abortion Exception Bill
A growing number of voices in the reproductive health community are urging lawmakers to consider the real threats posed by House Bill 44.