Texas death row inmate Robert Roberson will not seek clemency ahead of October execution
Roberson, convicted of capital murder in 2003 for the death of his 2-year-old daughter, will continue to push for a new trial. He has maintained his innocence.
Christian activist David Barton will advise Texas State Board of Education during social studies overhaul
Barton’s appointment comes ahead of what is expected to be a politically charged debate over how and what children should learn about history.
Texas teachers, parents fear STAAR overhaul won’t take testing pressure off kids
Skeptics of the replacement, which requires three exams throughout the year, want to see less restrictions on testing day and more teacher input.
Cornyn nabs endorsements from 15 former GOP members of Congress in primary vs. Paxton
It’s a further sign of how the Washington establishment has consolidated behind the senior Texas senator, who is being backed by the Senate GOP’s campaign arm in his primary.
Starbase will take partial control of beach near Elon Musk’s SpaceX launch site
The deal between the new South Texas city and Cameron County mirrors a similar agreement with South Padre Island and requires a plan to combat beach erosion.
At least two people dead after shooting at Dallas ICE facility
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem said on X that the shooter “is deceased by a self-inflicted gunshot wound.”
Many Texas retailers can no longer sell THC to customers under 21
The age limit is expected to go into effect Tuesday after the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission approved the rule. Enforcement won’t begin until Oct. 1.
TribCast: Texas’ changing congressional delegation
In this week’s episode, Texas Tribune Washington, D.C. correspondent Gabby Birenbaum explains how redistricting and retirements will reshape Texas’ representation on the Hill.
Camp Mystic plans partial reopening in 2026 after devastating floods
Officials said in an email to families that its Cypress Lake campus would reopen and that they are evaluating plans to rebuild its Guadalupe River site, where flooding killed 27 campers and staff.
A growing East Texas city is exploring a new transportation method: light rail
The Tyler metro area is home to about 250,000 and a growing health care hub. City leaders want to get ahead of more traffic.