Democrats hoped to make more progress across the state on Tuesday, but fell short thanks to a stronger than expected showing by Republicans.
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‘Your vote is your voice’: Texans make their choices on Election Day
More than 9 million people took part in early voting in Texas. Millions more were expected at the polls on Tuesday for their last chance to cast a ballot.
Powerful art that mobilizes Gen Z: The “We The Future” campaign is inspiring new voters across America
Amplifier and Good Trouble Collaborative have partnered with exciting artists to create the “We The Future” campaign, geared towards uplifting and inspiring Gen Z voters ahead of the 2024 election.
In her words: At age 17, DakotaRei escaped Texas to get an abortion
Today, she’s fighting for other women in Texas who aren’t able to get the health care they need.
Kamala Harris rallies with Beyoncé to highlight ‘Trump abortion bans’
Vice President Kamala Harris rallied in Texas on Friday to call attention to the state’s abortion ban, which she blamed on former President Donald Trump.
Colin Allred rallies for reproductive freedom with Kamala Harris in Houston
US Rep. Colin Allred leaned into his record of defending reproductive rights during a rally on Friday in Houston with Vice President Kamala Harris.
Trump comes to Texas to troll Harris, invite Cruz on trip to Venezuela
Former President Donald Trump rallied in Austin on Friday, claiming Texas is home to the “largest border invasion in the history of the world.”
Op-Ed: How medical marijuana helped my grandmother through breast cancer
Enrolling in the Texas Compassionate Use Program is easy and can help women navigate through the daily grind of breast cancer treatment.
Early voting opens in Texas with more than 870,000 people casting ballots
As early voting opened on Monday in Texas, Democrats rallied in Austin to support local and statewide candidates, and scores of ballot measures.
Texas Supreme Court temporarily stops Robert Roberson’s execution
The execution of an East Texas man was halted last week, after years of lawmakers opposing the ruling.
What it’s really like staying at The Driskill: Texas’ most haunted hotel
Austin’s Driskill Hotel is regularly voted as the most haunted in all of Texas. Learn about the lore and ghosts of this legendary hotel.
The 11 deadliest natural disasters in Texas history
From hurricanes to tornadoes to natural gas leaks, Texas has had several unfortunate natural disasters over the years. These 11 took the harshest tolls.
The biggest & best pumpkin patches in Dallas-Fort Worth
Fall just wouldn’t be the same without pumpkins. And the DFW area has an ample collection of vibrant and adventurous pumpkin patches worth checking out.
Lone star scares: 12 horror films set in Texas
It turns out the Lone Star State is quite popular as a horror setting. From classic films to more modern-day scares, here are 12 scary movies set in Texas. Spooky season is upon us! Hopefully, you’re practicing appropriate habits like gorging on candy and donning your...
Haunted houses in Texas, ranked by fear factor
Need a good fright during October? Not all haunted houses in Texas are created equal, so use our guide to find the right one for you.
‘We need to legalize it’: What Kamala Harris’ support means for weed in Texas
Vice President Kamala Harris reiterated her support for legalizing weed as voters in four Texas cities consider ballot measures that would mainstream Mary Jane.
The best places to see fall foliage in Texas
As we get deeper into autumn, various spots across Texas will start showcasing vibrant fall foliage. Here’s where to find the best views.
Facing a tight race, Ted Cruz goes quiet on abortion
US Sen. Ted Cruz has been a loud anti-abortion crusader throughout his political career. Until now, when he’s locked in a tight reelection campaign against Rep. Colin Allred.
Vance, like Trump, lied about reality of abortion in Texas
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz criticized Texas’ abortion ban and blamed former President Donald Trump for its consequences during the vice presidential debate on Tuesday.
Op-Ed: Why your down-ballot vote in Texas matters more now than ever
Here’s a guide from Progress Texas to critical down-ballot races in Texas and why voters should be paying attention to them.
‘Women are afraid to get pregnant’: How the Texas abortion ban denies life-saving care
Two women filed federal complaints against two Texas hospitals, alleging they failed to provide care for the troubled pregnancies endangering their lives.
Texas jury clears most ‘Trump Train’ drivers in civil trial over 2020 Biden-Harris bus encounter
A federal jury in Texas on Monday rejected voter intimidation allegations against all but one of a group of former President Donald Trump supporters who surrounded a Biden-Harris campaign bus on an interstate days before the 2020 election. Only one of the six Trump...
Allred leans into Latino support, blasts Cruz for blocking border deal
Rep. Colin Allred launched the Tejanos for Allred coalition as a poll showed he enjoys a commanding lead among Latino voters in Texas’ US Senate race.
8 notorious cults with Texas ties
Texas has a surprisingly extensive history when it comes to cults. We’re taking a look at eight that have had a major impact on their members and society.
Star-gaze at Texas’ 4 International Dark Sky Parks
These parks are natural areas that protect darkness, allowing nature to exist without light or other noise pollution. Texas is home to four of these.
JD Vance admits to spreading racist lie about immigrants
Donald Trump and JD Vance have both spread lies that Haitian migrants in Springfield, Ohio are eating pets, leading to bomb and death threats in the town, classes being canceled, and even the Ku Klux Klan attempting to recruit. On Sunday, Vance admitted he spread the unfounded claims to get media attention.
How I’ll shine a light on Texas politics at our new, pro-democracy newsroom
My first taste of covering Texas politics came while covering a rally on the steps of the Texas Capitol, where lawmakers were targeting LGBTQ+ people.
The 10 most absurd roadside attractions in Texas
There are plenty of roads to drive on in Texas. Luckily, there’s no shortage of roadside attractions when you need a break or want to see something spectacularly strange.
How Texans with disabilities can vote in the November election
Every polling place will offer at least one kind of accessible voting equipment for federal elections.
Clinging to hope: What voting means for Dallas’ Stacia Doss
The 36-year-old may have a lot of reasons to feel hopeless this election season, but fear isn’t stopping her from exercising her right to vote.