Sign up for The Brief, a daily newsletter that keeps readers informed on the most crucial news from Texas. In Odessa, West Texans prepare for the worst when rain falls. Water rapidly accumulates on sidewalks, roads, and highways, transforming the flat desert landscape into a wetland in an instant. Local authorities in Ector County, which…
Subscribe to The Brief, the daily newsletter from The Texas Tribune, designed to keep readers informed on the most crucial Texas news. To enhance accessibility, audio recordings are automated. The content has been crafted and reviewed by human editors. Feedback on our AI policy is always welcome. In response to the tragic floods that occurred…
Historic Battles That Shaped Texas The vast and rugged landscape of Texas has served as the backdrop for numerous battles throughout its history, with each conflict playing a crucial role in defining the state’s identity and trajectory. The stirring tales of these confrontations not only reflect the struggle for land and sovereignty but also highlight…
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Exploring Texas’ Rich Educational Heritage Texas is known for its vast landscapes, rich cultural history, and, importantly, its educational institutions. The state boasts a variety of historic schools and educational establishments that have played a crucial role in shaping not only the local communities but also the educational landscape of the entire nation. From early…
Sign up for The Brief, a daily newsletter from The Texas Tribune that keeps you informed on the most crucial news from Texas. In McAllen, Yaakub Vijandre was ready to head to his job as a mechanic when six vehicles suddenly appeared outside his home in the Dallas area. Federal agents emerged, one of them…
Explore Texas Parks for Thrilling Wildlife Watching Texas is often celebrated for its rich tapestry of culture, history, and thriving cities, but hidden within its vast landscapes lies an extensive network of parks and natural preserves that offer prime opportunities for wildlife watching. From the arid deserts of West Texas to the lush forests of…
Subscribe to The Brief, the daily newsletter from The Texas Tribune, designed to keep readers informed about the most important news in Texas. Brandon Herrera, the gun rights activist and YouTuber who nearly unseated U.S. Representative Tony Gonzales in last year’s Republican primary, has successfully raised over $1 million in his renewed campaign against the…
Sign up for The Brief, a daily newsletter from The Texas Tribune, designed to keep readers informed about the most critical news in Texas. An unnamed woman has filed a lawsuit in Travis County, accusing Glenn Hamer, the president and CEO of the Texas Association of Business, of sexual harassment and assault. She claims that…
Sign up for The Brief, a daily newsletter from The Texas Tribune that keeps readers updated on the most important news in Texas. Attorney General Ken Paxton has initiated a lawsuit against the Texas Department of Housing and Community Development, marking his second legal action in recent weeks aimed at a state agency for practices…
