Government and Politics

The executive order comes after the Legislature ended a special session without the House, Senate and governor agreeing on restrictions.

Professors’ concerns included the state’s DEI ban and new limits to faculty influence at colleges and universities

The Democrat's district covers North Austin, but he's gained nationwide support through Instagram and TikTok. Clips of Talarico condemning Republican policies have gone viral on both platforms, where he's amassed 1.2 million followers.

Democratic U.S. Rep. Julie Johnson is calling for detainees in a West Texas immigration detention facility to have more access to their attorneys and be granted due process.

More Texas universities are turning to politicians to lead their systems, preferring political clout over academic credentials.

Legislators couldn’t reach a last-minute deal to tighten regulations on consumable hemp products.

These measures touch nearly every aspect of life, from education and healthcare to public safety, property rules and support for first responders. With so many changes coming at once, Texans can expect a variety of noticeable impacts on their daily lives.

House Bill 35 goes into effect on Sept. 1, creating a new program that aims to connect firefighters and EMS workers across Texas with peer-to-peer mental health support.

Arrington represents Lubbock in Congress. Creighton is a longtime state lawmaker.

House Bill 2038 makes it easier for foreign doctors to get licensed in Texas — but not all are allowed.