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.
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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.
VIDEO: UT Austin grad student on why he’s supporting Kamala
@courierdfw This 24-year-old UT Austin grad student watched his mother work two to three jobs at a time, trying to make ends meet. D'Angelo Colter is looking to vote for a president who will champion policies that will support people like him and his family....
VIDEO: Why this Texas millennial mom is voting
@courierdfw Hear what a Dallas mother has to say to those considering not voting. #dallasmom #dallasmoms #dallasmommy #dallasmomblog #dallasvoter #dallaslife #texas #houston #dallastexas #fortworth #dfw #austin #dallastx #dallas ♬ original sound - CourierDFW
Attorney General Ken Paxton threatens to sue Dallas over State Fair gun ban
A state fair spokesperson said they would cooperate with the city of Dallas’s guidance on the matter.
7 movies filmed in Texas
We’ve compiled a list of some of the most memorable movies that were filmed in Texas. Save this for your next weekend movie binge.
Texas voter guide for college students
Here’s what college students and first-time voters need to know about voting in the November election.
“Vibe shift”: Young Texas voters, motivated by Kamala Harris, lock into the presidential election
These first-time, Texas voters are finally motivated by the election now that Kamala Harris is in the race.
Op-Ed: What I want North Texas to know about border towns
When talking to folks around the country or even other Texans, I find myself receiving the same reactions when I name my hometown– complete confusion or a harmful stereotype.
We’re fallin’ for these gorgeous Texas waterfalls
Believe it or not Texas does have quite a few waterfalls. Here are 6 we want to see in person.
Biden unveils plan for Supreme Court changes, says US stands at ‘breach’ as public confidence sinks
President Biden unveiled a long-awaited proposal for changes at the U.S. Supreme Court, calling on Congress to establish term limits and an enforceable ethics code for the court’s nine justices.
15 things Texans must do before they die
Texas is the second-largest state in the country in terms of area, which means there’s plenty to do. Add these 15 adventures to your bucket list.
Several Texas delegates coalesce behind Kamala Harris after Joe Biden abandons reelection
After President Joe Biden’s withdrawal from the presidential race Sunday, several of Texas’ Democratic delegates rally behind Vice President Kamala Harris.
Paris 2024 Olympics Guide: The Texas Edition
Check out the Texans to watch at this summer’s Olympics.
Elon Musk says he’ll move X and SpaceX to Texas
Musk said he decided to move his companies from California after Gov. Gavin Newsom signed several laws expanding protections for LGBTQ+ students.
The most talented Olympians from Texas—past and present
Texas athletes have had a long history of success in the Olympics. Here’s a look at who to watch this year and the most notable Texan Olympians over time.
6 castles to explore in Texas
You may not think Texas and castles go together, but these six spots give a taste of medieval flair within the Lone Star State.
As more Texans struggle with housing costs, homeownership becoming less attainable
More Texas homeowners and renters than ever are struggling with high housing costs — and the state’s high home prices have potentially put the dream of owning a home out-of-reach for a growing number of families. That’s according to a new report from Harvard...
Texas Supreme Court upholds ban on youth gender transitions
The Texas Supreme Court upheld the state’s ban on gender-affirming care for transgender youths Friday, rejecting pleas from parents that it violates their right to decide on and seek medical care for their children.