Students with disabilities face hurdles applying for private school vouchers
| March 17, 2026
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Students with disabilities can receive up to $30,000 with Texas’ new private school voucher program, but a lengthy application process coupled with a short application window is leaving some children who could benefit from the program behind.
Texas court blocks Ken Paxton challenge to Harris County immigration fund
| March 11, 2026
A Texas court blocked Attorney General Ken Paxton’s attempt to stop Harris County’s immigrant legal aid funding because the money was already spent. Now the fight heads to the Texas Supreme Court, where the stakes get even higher.
Texas voters aren’t done with the primaries
| March 11, 2026
In Texas, a candidate must receive more than 50% of the vote to win an election, otherwise the top two vote-getters face a rematch in a runoff election, which will be held on May 26.
This new Houston Rodeo food stall is Beyoncé-approved
| March 11, 2026
The Houston Rodeo's newest food stall is Beyonce's mom.
CD‑18 voters are ready for strong, steady leadership after redistricting
| March 5, 2026
CD‑18 voters say this March primary matters. After being redistricted and going more than a year without representation, many say they’re ready for steady leadership again. They’re energized, paying attention, and prepared to move forward with someone in place who can represent them.