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Texas Longhorn cattle are the official large mammal symbol of Texas, with a storied history from mingling with Christopher Columbus to a record-breaking auction in Fort Worth, plus lots of notable moments in between.

The history of Texas Longhorn cattle: From Christopher Columbus to a record Fort Worth sale

| March 3, 2026

Texas Longhorn cattle have a rich, centuries-long history that has led to the prestigious state icon they are today.

Young Houston voters push for new leadership in a tense election year

by ShaVonne Herndon

| March 2, 2026

As early voting closes ahead of Texas’ primary elections, some Houston-area voters say they are approaching the candidates with a renewed sense of urgency, citing concerns ranging from immigration and public education to civil rights and community safety. Roughly 270,000 people cast early ballots in Harris County for the March 3 primary, combining both in‑person […]

Tejanas have changed history in ways big and small for as long as we can remember.

7 Tejanas who shaped history

by Dorothy Scott

| March 2, 2026

Tejanas have changed history in ways big and small for as long as we can remember. Check out these seven examples from the music world to politics.

‘Carry one another’s burden’: Texas pastor marches 90 miles to protest ICE detentions

by Sierra Rozen

| February 27, 2026

Garcia, pastor of the immigrant-led Roca de Refugio Church, has seen 18 members of her congregation detained by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) since last May. To her, the nearly 26 miles she walks each day pale in comparison to what detainees are enduring.

Watch the Texas primary election results roll in at these watch parties around the state

by Sierra Rozen

| February 27, 2026

If you’re looking for a spot to watch primary election results come in, keep reading to find your nearest watch party.

Curious to see these around in San Francisco. Would be nice to have a fully self driving car.

No driver? No problem. Waymo’s autonomous cars roll out in 3 Texas cities

by Sam Cohen

| February 27, 2026

Waymo recently expanded into San Antonio, Houston, and Dallas. Here’s what to know about the driverless vehicles.

Texas Democrat demands that El Paso detention center be shut down

by Katie Serrano

| February 26, 2026

Camp East Montana in El Paso has been operational for six months, and at least three people have died at the site since December 2025.

Stephen F. Austin State University (SFA) has announced its plans to relocate its historic Stone Fort Museum to make way for the construction of a new science building.

SFA plans to move iconic Stone Fort Museum due to upcoming development projects

by Sam Cohen

| February 25, 2026

SFA announced that it will be relocating the historic Stone Fort Museum due to upcoming development projects. Here’s what you need to know.

Boots has been safely captured and relocated to Beaumont’s Gator Country, where he’ll be with other similarly sized gators.

Port Aransas’s much-loved alligator Boots finds new home at Gator Country

by Sam Cohen

| February 25, 2026

Boots the alligator has become a neighborhood icon in Port Aransas. He was recently relocated to Beaumont’s Gator Country.

Changes to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program are officially in effect in Texas.

SNAP work requirement changes could affect thousands of Houston residents

by Sam Cohen

| February 24, 2026

Changes to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) are officially in effect in Texas. Here’s what you need to know.

OPINION: Black History is celebrated while Black political power is still optional

by Angel Carroll

| February 24, 2026

Loyalty without respect is unsustainable. Black communities have been on the front lines for generations. We’ve always done our part, not because the system worked for us, but because we understood what failure could cost.

University of Texas censors ‘controversial’ topics in class

by Katie Serrano

| February 24, 2026

DFW TEXED EXCLUSIVE | HIGHER ED | HIGHER EDUCATION | TEXAS

A new rule requires University of Texas professors to "carefully consider" their teaching material and "exclude unrelated controversial or contested matters."

A recent study showed the construction business in Texas could be affected if the Trump administration reaches its goal of net zero migration into the United States.

TX home construction market could be hit hard by deportations

by Public News Service

| February 24, 2026

A recent study showed the construction business in Texas could be affected if the Trump administration reaches its goal of net zero migration into the United States.

Run the World (Girls): Tour Beyoncé’s hometown this Women’s History Month

by Rebecca Deurlein

| February 23, 2026

Recording studios, fried chicken, and childhood homes—here’s your guide to visiting all the Houston spots made famous by Beyoncé.

Texan shot dead by ICE agent months before killings in Minneapolis, records show

by The Texas Tribune

| February 23, 2026

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Three months into President Donald Trump’s mass deportation undertaking, an ICE officer shot and killed a U.S. citizen in South Padre Island, long before immigration agents killed another American in Minnesota that prompted outrage across the nation, according to records released this week that were not previously disclosed by the government.

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