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• Officer previously accused of excessive force confirmed for state board by Texas Senate

  By Kayla Guo 22 minutes ago

  One Senate Democrat joined Republicans, providing the margin needed to approve Justin Berry to the state law-enforcement board. Full Story 

• From desalination to water treatment: Bill that prioritizes creating new water supplies get Texas Senate OK

  By Jayme Lozano Carver and Alejandra Martinez 54 minutes ago

  Senate Bill 7, which won unanimous approval, is among legislation that seeks to avert a looming water crisis as the state’s population booms. Full Story 

• Texas health experts want a study of the state’s COVID-19 response before the next crisis

  By Stephen Simpson Updated: 5 hours ago

  Public health advocates said the state needs to analyze what happened during the pandemic to better tackle inevitable emergencies. Full Story 

• More than 40 people arrested at Texas home amid Tren de Aragua investigation

  By Alejandro Serrano 5 hours ago

  Authorities did not say how the individuals arrested in Hays County may be tied to the Venezuelan gang. It was also unclear what criminal charges people may face, though drugs were seized. Full Story 

• Texas House and Senate lawmakers have laid out their property tax cut proposals. How do they compare?

  By Joshua Fechter Updated: 7 hours ago

  House and Senate lawmakers plan to spend at least $6 billion on property tax cuts, but haven't yet agreed on how much relief should go to homeowners over businesses. Full Story 

• Texas A&M can’t ban “Draggieland” drag show, federal judge rules

  By Jessica Priest Updated: 9 hours ago

  Judge Lee H. Rosenthal said the student group that organizes Draggieland, the Queer Empowerment Council, was likely to succeed in showing the ban violates the First Amendment. Full Story 

• Legislation creating statewide emergency communication system advances in Texas House

  By Jayme Lozano Carver April 1, 2025

  The legislation was written after the state’s largest wildfire scorched more than 1 million acres in the Panhandle last year. Full Story 

• Texas officials’ claim that school funding is at an all-time high ignores inflation and temporary federal money

  By Jaden Edison and Rob Reid Updated: April 1, 2025

  A Tribune analysis also found the state’s share of the funds that schools receive per student significantly decreased in the last decade until recently. Full Story 

• TribCast: Is it high time to regulate or ban THC in Texas?

  By Eleanor Klibanoff April 1, 2025

  Will the House agree to ban consumable hemp products? If not, Lt. Gov. Patrick says he’ll THC us in a special session. Full Story 

• Texas measles cases rise to 422. Here is what you need to know.

  By Terri Langford, Stephen Simpson and Eleanor Klibanoff Updated: April 1, 2025

  The measles outbreak has spread hundreds of miles from its West Texas epicenter to now include Brown and Erath counties, according to the state’s latest update. Full Story 

• Remembering John Thornton, founder of The Texas Tribune

  By Matthew Watkins and Natalie Choate April 1, 2025

  Thornton conceived of a nonprofit news enterprise to engage Texans with their government, and then launched an industry of similar outlets across the country. He died Saturday at 59. Full Story 

• Cornyn wins over Texas GOP leadership after being censured and booed for his gun safety bill

  By Matthew Choi April 1, 2025

  The senator’s embrace of the state party chair could neutralize a potential threat as Cornyn faces a challenging primary terrain. Full Story 

• Here's your guide to voting in Texas's May 2025 local elections

  By María Méndez April 1, 2025

  On May 3, many Texans will vote on local leaders and initiatives. Here's how to check for elections in your area and register by April 3. Full Story 

• Ken Paxton wants Dallas school officials under oath on transgender athlete policy

  By Ayden Runnels Updated: March 31, 2025

  Paxton’s office launched an investigation into the district’s policy after an administrator was caught on tape discussing a possible loophole in the state’s ban. Full Story 

• House committee considering a cap on school voucher spending, increases to public school funding

  By Jaden Edison March 31, 2025

  The House Public Education Committee released new proposals for creating education savings accounts and determining how much state funds public districts get. But a scheduled meeting about the bills was canceled. Full Story 

• Texas Senate panel approves $500 million infusion for film incentives

  By Pooja Salhotra March 31, 2025

  Senate Bill 22 would more than double the amount of money Texas spends to lure film and television projects and has the backing of Texas movie stars including Matthew McConaughey. Full Story