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A Courtroom Drama About Feeding Unhoused Houstonians

The Observer follows volunteers fighting against Bayou City's anti-food sharing ordinance, despite the legal consequences.

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Judge Strikes Down Lege’s Power-Grab Against Cities, HB 2127

A judge ruled Texas "Death Star" law, which would preempt local legislation in broad areas of policy, of violating the state constitution.

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Justice Department Seeking to Dismiss Lawsuit over Family Separation

The mother behind the lawsuit developed facial paralysis and depression from the trauma of being separated from her son.

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A Sanctuary for Sounds

A well-traveled journalist reveals world music to Austin via a unique new series of live concert performances.

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As Springs Dry Up, a Warning of Future Water Shortages

Heat, drought and booming population growth have stressed the aquifers that supply millions of people with drinking water.

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Austin Theater Teacher Sued by Ex-Students Dies

Diane “Betsy” Cornwell had been accused of emotional abuse and sexual misconduct.

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Ignoring Water Worries, Texas Permits Lignite Mine Expansion

The state has issued only two new coal mining permits in 10 years to a company with a controversial environmental legacy.

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The Ken Paxton Files: What’s in House Investigators’ New Trove of Impeachment Evidence?

Nearly 4,000 pages of evidence paint the clearest picture yet of the allegations against the attorney general.

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A Queer Teacher in Edgewood Picked a Fight He Couldn’t Win

Learn4Life of San Antonio suspended Michael Gonzales after he tweeted a picture of himself in his classroom beside a pride flag.

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The Rise of Ma and Pa Paxton?

If history repeats itself, Paxton’s wife could prosper even if the Attorney General goes down on trial. Anatomy of a Texas impeachment.

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‘We’re Going to Need to Save Each Other’: ‘Drag Ban’ Will Be Fought in the Streets & the Courts

SB 12, the so-called 'drag ban' bill, has already sent a chill of fear and uncertainty through the LGBTQ+ community.

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Building D.E.E.P. Bridges

Deborah Mouton, of Houston, is creating a legacy, a mythology, and connections between cultures and artistic worlds.

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Houston ISD Takeover, The Musical

New superintendent Mike Miles put on a play to inspire teachers. Not everyone was amused.

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These Christians Think God Needs You Rich and to Rule the World

Wealthy megachurch televangelists are blending what’s known as the “prosperity gospel” with nationalist politics.

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Staying Afloat

Lessons for the future of Texas water

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Strangest State: Ken Paxton and Other Odd Creatures

Impeachments, record-breaking alligator gars, and other rarities from far-flung Texas. Our regular roundup of weird Texas news.

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The Hill Country’s Lost Utopia

Castell was once Bettina, Texas, a Utopian community named for a German author and activist who championed the oppressed underclasses.

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Isolation Makes Heat Waves More Deadly

As extreme heat worsens, cities are exploring ways to reach isolated individuals before it’s too late. A crisis of loneliness and isolation.

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How Less-educated Whites Fell Behind and Blamed Race

In Arkansas, a reporter examines the effects of stagnant economy on the place she came from, and how it encouraged racism among white people.

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Conservative Group Pushes Religious Books While Seeking to Ban Others

The Brave Books campaign, backed by Citizens Defending Freedom, promoted their own publications under the guise of protecting free speech.

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Sophi’s Murder and the Unanswered Calls for Justice

Relatives of Sophi blame Danny Sullivan and seek justice. Homicides involving alleged domestic violence are often mishandled in Texas.

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God’s Army Gathers in Fort Worth

Self-described Christian nationalist prophets, an election conspiracist, and the wealthiest pastor in America collide for a week of right-wing politics.

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Loon Star State: Gutting

Ben Sargent's latest Loon Star State political cartoon. The Republicans oppose big government, except when it comes to gutting democracy.

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Fighting for Breaks on Multiple Fronts

Workers and activists implore Governor Greg Abbott to consider the dire need for protections in the record-breaking heat.

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How the ‘1-Mile Rule’ Protects Big Polluters from Citizen Complaints

The policy has been denounced in lawsuits and petitions, but the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality denies that the 1-mile rule exists.

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