Texas
December 7, 2024
‘It’s Just Become so Normalized:’ Fighting Gun Violence in Texas
Young activists are determined to keep pushing for change in Texas. Many of them simply hope that others won’t have to experience a life affected by gun violence.
November 6, 2024
Republican Sen. Ted Cruz Beats Democratic Congressman Colin Allred in Tense Race for Texas Seat
Sen. Ted Cruz has defeated Rep. Colin Allred in the closely-watched Texas Senate race, The Associated Press projected Tuesday night.
November 6, 2024
‘Democrats Care About Us’: The Head of El Paso’s Democratic Party Took His Mother’s Words to Heart
Michael Apodaca, the chairman of the El Paso County Democratic Party, is working to keep El Paso blue.
October 14, 2024
Funding, Gun Violence, and Vouchers: What Worries Texas Teachers
"At some point, some [teachers] are going to lose their patience, and they're going to leave and be replaced by less experienced teachers that may not be certified. The way to fight them is for political change," says union representative Clay Robison.
November 8, 2023
Human Rights Watch Advocates for Migrant Rights Amid Ongoing Operation Lone Star Injustices
The organization asserts that, under Operation Lone Star, officials placed razor wire in areas of the river where crossing is easier, trapping and injuring some migrants while pushing others to attempt crossing at riskier locations.