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2024 Elections

Odessa Elected Its First Gay City Council Member

Odessa elects its first gay City Council member, Craig Stoker, amidst a conservative backlash.

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Education

Texas’ Bible-infused curriculum’s fate hangs on Abbott appointee

Critics argue that the curriculum alludes to Christianity more than any other religion, which could lead to the bullying and…

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Health & Wellness

Texas hospitals ask patients about immigration status under Abbott’s order

Texas hospitals now asking patients about their immigration status. Patients can refuse to answer and still receive care

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Education

Texas A&M Regents Overrule Faculty, Cut 52 “Low-producing” Programs

Texas A&M regents overrule faculty, cut 52 'low-producing' programs including LGBTQ studies minor.

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Front Page News

Odessa Bans Transgender People from Using Restrooms That Don’t Match Sex Assigned at Birth

Odessa City Council bans transgender people from using restrooms of their choice, sparking controversy and legal questions.

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Politics

Harris Shrinks Trump’s Lead in Texas

Vice President Kamala Harris trails former President Donald Trump by 5 percentage points in Texas, shaving off nearly half the…

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State News

Federal Judge in Texas Expands Ruling that Blocks Biden Administration Protections of LGBTQ Students

A Texas federal judge this month ruled that the Biden administration had acted unlawfully in interpreting Title IX to prohibit…

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News

Lubbock City Council Strips Funding for Monthly Art Event Over Drag Show

Texas city strips funding for monthly art event over drag show, sparking controversy and backlash.

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Blog

Biden’s Reelection Exit Gives Unusual Power to Texas’ 273 Delegates

Biden’s endorsement of Vice President Kamala Harris could sway some Texas delegates to shift their support to her, but none…

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News

Biden blames Texas officials for delayed federal response to Beryl

President Biden criticizes Texas officials for delayed federal response to Hurricane Beryl. State leaders were slow to request disaster declaration.

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