How Collin College Became the Center of a Months-Long Free Speech Debacle
A handful of teachers spoke out against Collin College over COVID-19 and free speech disputes. In response, the school fired several female professors.
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Civil Liberties Advocates Warn COVID-19 Vaccine Passports Could Worsen Inequities
Some experts warn that requiring COVID-19 vaccine passports could have a “chilling effect” on immigrant communities and communities of color.
State House Passes Bill Aiming to Keep Texans from Returning to Jail
On Friday, state House lawmakers passed a bill that would create a board to produce a biennial recidivism report.
Pro-Choice Groups Speak Out as Texas Republicans Push to Limit Abortions
Texas Republican lawmakers continue their push to restrict abortion rights.
Texas Republicans Target Trans Rights, But LGBTQ Advocates Speak Out
Texas Republicans are pushing to keep trans teens from playing school sports.
As Doctors Decry Gun Violence, Texas Republicans Push Lax Restrictions
When Dr. Sue Bornstein called for gun policy reform, she quickly attracted backlash from guns rights advocates, including the NRA.
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Wide Cast of Democrats and Republicans Heats Up Congressional District 6 Race
The race for Congressional District 6 has drawn 21 contenders, among them 11 Republicans and 10 Democrats.
‘God, I Trust You’: Texas Appeals Court to Review Crystal Mason’s Voter Fraud Case
On Wednesday, an appeals court decided to review the case of Fort Worth’s Crystal Mason, who was convicted of voter fraud following the 2016 election.
COVID-19: Will Vaccine Hesitancy Make It Harder to Reach Herd Immunity?
Despite recent polling showing many Texans are vaccine-hesitant, public health experts remain optimistic the state can reach herd immunity.
‘I Did Nothing Wrong’: Jenna Ryan Says She Won’t Face Jail for Capitol Riot
Frisco real estate broker Jenna Ryan is stirring up controversy following a tweet in which she implied she’s not going to jail because of her white skin and blonde hair.
‘This Is About Right and Wrong’: State Lawmakers Push the Botham Jean Act
State lawmakers are pushing to pass “Bo’s Law” in honor of Botham Jean, the 26-year-old accountant killed in his home by a former Dallas police officer.
‘Satanism Need Not Apply’: GOP Bills Would Allow Religious Symbols in Yards
Two identical companion bills in the Texas Legislature would prevent homeowners’ associations from barring certain religious displays.
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Officials Ruled Janice Lee Willhelm’s Death a Suicide. Her Children Call it Murder.
Two siblings are pushing for the Dallas County medical examiner to reevaluate their late mother’s mysterious death, which was previously ruled a suicide.
Texas Opens Up Vaccines to All Adults. Is That the Smart Move?
Getting rid of county-level coronavirus vaccine distribution plans could save both money and lives, experts say.
Collin College Rebuked Faculty Calls to Honor Professor Who Died of COVID-19
Some faculty are demanding that Collin College adopt a resolution to honor the life of Iris Meda, a nursing professor who died from COVID-19 in November.
Trump’s Gone, but the Texas GOP Keeps Drifting Rightward
While some former loyalists walk away from the Republican Party, the Texas GOP continues its rightward drift.
Advocates Say Republican Bail Bills Could Worsen Racial Inequities Behind Bars
Bail reform advocates say Senate Bill 21 would disproportionately affect indigent people and minorities.
Denton Police Who Killed Darius Tarver Won’t be Charged, Sparking Outrage
A Denton County grand jury declined to indict the officer accused of killing Darius Tarver, a 23-year-old University of North Texas student.
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Outrage Mounts Following Death of Black Man in Collin County Jail
On Sunday, a 26-year-old Black man died in police custody; now, seven detention employees are on administrative leave.
Texas Senate Passes Bill to Reverse $16 Billion in Energy Charges
On Monday, the Texas Senate passed a bill that would reverse $16 billion in energy charges accrued during last month’s deadly winter storm.
Bill by Dallas State Rep. Anchía Would Remove Confederate Monuments from Texas Capitol
Earlier this year, Dallas state Rep. Rafael Anchía filed a bill that would remove Confederate monuments from the Texas Capitol.
Texas GOP Lawmakers Again Push to Criminalize Abortion
A slew of Republican-backed bills filed in the Texas Legislature would criminalize abortion.