State Politics
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A ditty for democracy: Meet the Austin artist tackling Texas politics with his guitar
Singer/songwriter Sam Hodgson turns Texas politics into folk songs—and hopes they start conversations.
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Houston parents ‘appalled’ by Texas’ new social studies curriculum
HISD’s state takeover and Bluebonnet Learning curriculum are drawing parent critiques, and in some cases, are prompting parents to pull their children out of the district.
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We asked Houston residents what’s inspiring their vote this election. Here’s what they said
Earlier this week, we asked our Nextdoor audience about what issues were fueling their votes this year.
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Marijuana enforcement in Houston is on the November ballot
Houstonians fought to get the Houston Freedom Act on the ballot. The November election will decide if the law passes.
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Here’s what Texas’ November 2026 election could mean for your healthcare coverage and lifesaving prescriptions
From HIV medication to reproductive care and insulin, the lawmakers elected this fall will help determine access to life-saving drugs and medical care.
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Meet the Mechanical Engineer Running to Regulate the Texas Oil and Gas Industry
Jon Rosenthal, a Democratic state representative from Houston, is facing off against Bo French, a far-right Republican culture warrior from Fort Worth, for a seat on the commission that regulates the oil and gas industry in Texas.
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One nation, under Flock: Houston is surveilled by 4,000 AI cameras
Thousands of AI cameras quietly monitor Houston roads, parking lots and neighborhoods—here’s the information they’re storing about you.
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Gina Hinojosa proposes sending every Texas household $1,500 in her bid to oust Greg Abbott
Her plan would cost $17 billion, which would come from the rainy day fund. She said Abbott is hoarding money in that account that belongs to Texans.
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Most Texans oppose new AI data centers in their area
New poll from Texas Politics Project found statewide opposition increases among Democrats.
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Texas-based companies dominate list when it comes to customers’ power shutoffs
Federal data offers the clearest picture yet of disturbing stats from the nation’s energy capital.
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Texas’ data center reckoning is here
More than 520 groups asked Congress to pause data centers. Texas is already living the fight.
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At the Texas Republican Convention, culture wars are still the platform
The GOP plan for improving the lives of Texans? Anti-Muslim rhetoric.
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Here’s what’s been going on in Dallas-Fort Worth this week
The latest headlines out of North Texas
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MAGA is alive and well in Texas
Despite a poor economy and historically low approval ratings, key wins last night show how much influence President Trump still wields over Republican voters in the state.
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30+ years of Republican statewide rule in Texas by the numbers
By nearly every metric, Texans are worse off than they were before the GOP controlled every lever of power in the state.
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UNT students, faculty mourn academic freedom at mock funeral
Students are mourning the death of the University of North Texas System after ongoing attacks on academic freedom.
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North Texas, here are some local and state headlines you missed this week
Let’s look at some of the most interesting and useful headlines from the week.
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They left Texas to survive. Now Seattle is scrambling to keep up
Seattle may declare a civil emergency is response to the influx of LGBTQIA+ people moving to the city from Texas and other red states.
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Ken Paxton demands Dallas County sheriff partners with ICE
Attorney General Ken Paxton is giving the Dallas County Sheriff’s Office until June 1 to enter into an agreement with US Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents.
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‘It’s a sh*tshow’: Parents reflect on new laws reshaping public schools in Texas
Texas public school students are wrapping up a school year in classrooms that have looked different than in previous years. Their parents say they haven’t changed for the better.
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San Antonio restricts private ICE detention centers
Private companies are making billions locking up immigrants in Texas. Cities are starting to figure out how to fight back.
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Deep FEMA cuts leave Texas exposed as another hurricane season nears
With hurricane season nearing, FEMA cutbacks threaten Texas disaster response
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Texas can continue to investigate teachers over Charlie Kirk social media posts
The Texas Education Agency (TEA) can continue to investigate teachers over social media posts made on their personal accounts following far-right political activist and media personality Charlie Kirk’s death, a federal judge has ruled.
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Mosier Valley family fights to resolve land dispute before park construction moves forward
A Fort Worth family has requested construction at Mosier Valley Park be temporarily halted while a land ownership issue is resolved.
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BBQ, ballers, and yarn bombers: Here’s the Dallas-Fort Worth news you missed this week
Here’s the latest news out of DFW
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Protein ice cream and free pre-k: Here’s what you missed this week in Dallas- Fort Worth
Here’s the news you missed from March 30-April 3, 2026.
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Documentary explores Texas origins of Roe v. Wade
Roe v. Wade, the landmark case that legalized abortions in the U.S, originated in Texas in 1970. It eventually was heard by the Supreme Court and for 50 years, it was the law of the land.
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Texas oil companies stand to profit from Iran war disruptions while consumers face higher gas prices
Texas’ status as the nation’s largest oil producer will partially insulate its residents from some gas price hikes, but it’s not immune to disruptions, experts say.
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Texas is again where the buffalo roam
Today, bison (commonly called “buffalo”) are once again thriving and providing for Indigenous people.
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Uber puts safety first with nationwide Women Preferences rollout
Uber recently launched a nationwide “Women’s Preferences” feature for riders and drivers to increase safety. Here’s what you need to know.
