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A closer look at five Hispanic supermarket chains serving DFW

January 28, 2026

Texas-based Hispanic market chains play a vital role in meeting everyday needs for millions of people across the Dallas-Fort Worth area.

A closer look at five Hispanic supermarket chains serving DFW

Houston council member outlines 3-part ordinance to limit HPD ICE calls, increase transparency

March 25, 2026

Council Member Alejandra Salinas, joined by Council Member Abbie Kamin and community leaders, proposed an ordinance stating that HPD would not be required to call ICE for administrative immigration warrants. It would require routine traffic stops to end once their lawful purpose ends and mandate regular reports on how often HPD asks about immigration status…

Houston council member outlines 3-part ordinance to limit HPD ICE calls, increase transparency

Harris County leader wants voters to extend child care efforts as pandemic funding runs out

August 5, 2025

Harris County leader wants voters to extend child care efforts as pandemic funding runs out By Jess Huff, The Texas Tribune Aug. 4, 2025 “Harris County leader wants voters to extend child care efforts as pandemic funding runs out” was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans —…

Kamala Harris rallies with Beyoncé to highlight ‘Trump abortion bans’

October 26, 2024

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.

Kamala Harris rallies with Beyoncé to highlight ‘Trump abortion bans’

Car-dominant Texas needs more public transit to meet mobility demands, TxDOT report says

November 10, 2025

A draft of the first-of-its-kind Texas Department of Transportation plan released in October outlines the need for boosted public transportation in rural and smaller urban areas as well as a greater array of travel options, including rail, between the state’s major urban centers.

Car-dominant Texas needs more public transit to meet mobility demands, TxDOT report says

What to know about the Lockheed Martin Armed Forces Bowl

December 12, 2024

The only bowl game held in Fort Worth, the Lockheed Martin Armed Forces Bowl has built up a ton of fun college football history over the years.

What to know about the Lockheed Martin Armed Forces Bowl

Op-Ed: Redistricting bigotry is a tradition deep in the heart of Texas

August 26, 2025

Texas redistricting is a GOP power grab and an effort to blunt the political power of Black and brown Texans.

Op-Ed: Redistricting bigotry is a tradition deep in the heart of Texas

The role AI is playing in book bans

November 26, 2025

PLUS: Changes are coming to TX social studies Happy Wednesday! I hope you’re able to relax, recharge, and spend time with friends and family this week and reflect on all that you’re thankful for. In this week’s edition, we take a look at changes coming to social studies in Texas classrooms and the impact artificial…

TX home construction market could be hit hard by deportations

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.

TX home construction market could be hit hard by deportations

VIDEO: Protesters show support for immigrants as ICE raids start in Texas

January 29, 2025

President Donald Trump made good on his campaign promise to begin mass deportations once he took office. Eighty-four arrests were confirmed in North Texas on Jan. 26, sparking protests throughout the state. More immigration arrests were made in Austin, Houston, San Antonio, and the Rio Grande Valley.

VIDEO: Protesters show support for immigrants as ICE raids start in Texas

VIDEO: Texas voter is excited to vote for Kamala Harris

August 13, 2024

@courierdfw Vice President Kamala Harris spoke in Houston this week at the 60th International Biennial Boule of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc., event. Attendee Nieka Davis told us why she's excited to have VP Harris on the 2024 presidential ticket. . . . #kamalaharris #kamalaforpresident #kamalaforthepeople #kamalaforpresident🇺🇸✌️#amplifygreater #sgrhoboule #greaterwomengreaterworld #SigmaGammaRho @sgrhoupdates #notgoingback #dallas #texas #houston…

VIDEO: Texas voter is excited to vote for Kamala Harris

Judge extends school voucher deadline

March 18, 2026

PLUS: Why Texans are voting with education in mind Welcome back to another edition of The TexEd Report! We’ve got a lot of news to cover this week. Last night was supposed to be the final chance to apply for private school vouchers. However, a federal judge ordered Texas to extend the application deadline until…

OPINION: FEMA’s shortcomings are dangerous for Texas, but things can change

October 6, 2025

Lives depend on the efficiency of our nation’s disaster relief systems. And I will continue to fight fiercely for these reforms to ensure that our government helps.

OPINION: FEMA’s shortcomings are dangerous for Texas, but things can change

How public education flipped a Tarrant County Senate seat blue

February 11, 2026

PLUS: How much does a school voucher cover in TX? Hey y’all, Welcome back to another edition of The TexEd Report. This week, you’ll find a conversation I had with a local mother on the role education played in a Democrat’s win in Tarrant County. Now that families can apply for private school vouchers, I…

How public education flipped a Tarrant County Senate seat blue

Opponents of TX redistricting say proposed maps would hurt minorities

August 18, 2025

Opponents of proposed redrawn Congressional maps in Texas say the changes will hurt Latino, Black and Asian voters.

Opponents of TX redistricting say proposed maps would hurt minorities

Texas launches website for complaints against colleges

January 14, 2026

PLUS: Plato censored at Texas A&M Hey y’all! Welcome back to another edition of The TexEd Report—we’ve got a lot to cover this week. On Monday, I attended a town hall in Plano with Democratic US Senate candidate James Talarico. Throughout the night, the former educator emphasized the importance of investing in Texas teachers. You’ll…

Texas launches website for complaints against colleges

Texas Democrats speak out against free speech attacks

December 10, 2025

PLUS: Greg Abbott announces Turning Point partnership Hey y’all, It’s been a busy week in Texas thanks to Monday’s candidate filing deadline for the 2026 election. But that didn’t stop other lawmakers from making headlines. This week we’ll take a look at Gov. Greg Abbott’s announcement that was made at the Governor’s Mansion on Monday…

Texas Democrats speak out against free speech attacks

VIDEO: Here’s how Republicans want to undercut vaccines in Texas

February 3, 2025

Parents in Texas can already opt their children out of vaccines and private employers can’t mandate vaccines for their workers. But Texas Republicans aren’t satisfied. Lawmakers have proposed dozens of bills that would make it easier for parents to opt their children out of vaccinations, cast doubt on whether vaccines are effective, and give the…

VIDEO: Here’s how Republicans want to undercut vaccines in Texas

VIDEO: Will Texans get to vote on legalizing casinos and sports betting?

January 5, 2025

Thirty-eight states have legalized sports betting, but Texas isn’t one of them. Sen. Carol Alvarado, a Democrat from Houston, is hoping to change that during the upcoming legislative session. Her proposal would allow Texas voters to decide whether to amend the state constitution to allow sports betting and build seven casinos across the state.

VIDEO: Will Texans get to vote on legalizing casinos and sports betting?

VIDEO: Voting is ‘how we use our voice’

August 11, 2024

@courierdfw Last night, Vice President Kamala Harris spoke in Houston at the Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc., 60th International Biennial Boule, where she responded to Donald Trump's attack on her race. "Donald Trump spoke at the annual meeting of the National Association of Black Journalists, and it was the same old show — the divisiveness…

Texans are ready to puff, and pass, marijuana reform, new poll finds

February 7, 2025

A new poll from the Hobby School of Public Affairs shows that 69% of Texans support decriminalizing weed possession.

Texans are ready to puff, and pass, marijuana reform, new poll finds

Austin-based Brazilian snack brand takes home the big bucks at H-E-B small business competition

September 26, 2025

Grab-and-go snacks, easy cocktails, and spice packets were the stars at H-E-B’s Quest for Texas Best award ceremony, where five Texas businesses were awarded a collective $110,000 to help grow their small ventures.

I got to experience 3 classic game shows without leaving Texas, thanks to GameOn! HTX

March 11, 2026

GameOn! HTX gives you a full game show experience right in the Lone Star State, making it the perfect activity for parties, big groups, and work events.

I got to experience 3 classic game shows without leaving Texas, thanks to GameOn! HTX

Gwen Frisbie-Fulton: Local elections let Texas voters shape their communities

October 23, 2025

My neighbor Tamara is tired of politics; she tells me this all the time. She says she doesn’t watch the news except for the weather, and would rather read a good book instead. I get it, I tell her, as I drop off a paperback I just finished. But Tamara is also pretty fed up…

Gwen Frisbie-Fulton: Local elections let Texas voters shape their communities

Nearly 75K Houstonians cast a ballot during the first week of early voting in Texas

October 27, 2025

One week of early voting is in the books for Harris County, and the unofficial numbers have fallen short compared to past years. The good news is that Houstonians still have until Friday to cast their ballot before Election Day.

Nearly 75K Houstonians cast a ballot during the first week of early voting in Texas

What’s next for private school vouchers?

April 1, 2026

PLUS: Why free pre-K is a ‘game changer’ Happy April 1st, y’all! This past weekend, I joined over a thousand DFW residents at Dallas’ “No Kings” protest at city hall. I spoke with a retired school teacher from Oak Cliff, and heard from several speakers who shared uplifting messages about the importance of community and…

What’s next for private school vouchers?

How the government shutdown impacts TX students

October 15, 2025

PLUS: Texas State faculty fight curriculum audits Welcome back to another edition of The TexEd Report! If you missed last week’s edition you can check it out here, and if there are any topics you think I should be covering that I’m not, please let me know. The government shutdown just hit its two-week mark,…

How the government shutdown impacts TX students

The 9 Texas teams participating in March Madness 2025

March 18, 2025

Texas is well-represented in both the men’s and women’s NCAA Tournaments. Learn more about these schools and their history during March Madness.

The 9 Texas teams participating in March Madness 2025

Greg Abbott threatens Austin schools over ICE protests

February 4, 2026

PLUS: Texas A&M scraps Women’s and Gender Studies program Hey y’all! Welcome back to another edition of The TexEd Report. If you missed last week’s, check it out here. This week, we’ll look at the threats Republicans Gov. Greg Abbott and Attorney General Ken Paxton are casting at Austin Independent School District after students walked…

Greg Abbott threatens Austin schools over ICE protests

‘This is not right’: Texas students, educators criticize Ten Commandments in classrooms

September 16, 2025

Some Texas students and educators are criticizing new laws that added prayer time, Ten Commandments to public schools.

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