POLITICS
‘ I want to return respect to the profession’: Why this educator is running for the Texas SBOE
| February 18, 2026
Texas voters have a large say in shaping public education this year, as eight out of 15 State Board of Education districts will be on the ballot March 3.
Hutchins warehouse owner won’t sell or lease to ICE
| February 17, 2026
The owner of a warehouse in Hutchins, located south of downtown Dallas, won't sell the building to the Department of Homeland Security for it to become a US Immigration and Customs Enforcement detention facility.
Ken Paxton sues Dallas over lack of police funding
| February 17, 2026
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton is suing the city of Dallas over alleged insufficient funding of the police department, which violates a proposition voters passed in November 2024.
ICE protester pleads with Houston City Council to end the city’s cooperation with ICE
| February 13, 2026
An ICE protester pleaded with Houston City Council to end the city’s collaboration with the agency, urging leaders to take action as concerns over enforcement practices continue to grow.
Greg Abbott threatens student protesters
| February 13, 2026
Republican Gov. Greg Abbott and Texas Education Agency Commissioner Mike Morath are threatening schools across Texas that allow students to protest during class hours with state takeovers—prompting concerns over free speech.
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