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At five hour hearing, no one is happy with Texas Medical Board’s proposed abortion guidance
| May 21, 2024
Doctors, lawyers and advocates say the state board’s new guidance still doesn’t clarify when doctors can legally perform abortions.
How a Denton divorce could imperil IVF access in Texas
| May 14, 2024
A Denton couple fought for frozen embryos in a divorce and the conclusion hinged upon if the embryos were defined as human life.
What you need to know about toxic “forever chemicals” the EPA is restricting
| April 24, 2024
The EPA is restricting "forever chemicals" found in drinking water. Here's what you need to know about the EPA's new PFAS restrictions.
Here’s how to vote in Texas’ May 4 local elections
| April 22, 2024
Texas' May 4 elections are around the corner. Here's everything you need to know about voting in the TX elections on May 4.
Texas Democrats call on colleges to set aside financial aid money for immigrant families affected by FAFSA glitch
| April 9, 2024
TX Democrats are appealing to colleges to set aside financial aid funds for immigrant families unable to complete FAFSA. Here's what you need to know.
Years ago, Texas hustled to get kids on state health care. Now it’s kicking them off.
| April 5, 2024
Texas Children’s Health Insurance Program, or CHIP, hustled to get kids on state health care. Now, CHIP is kicking them off.