County election offices throughout Texas are scrambling to process a massive backlog of voter registration applications stemming from an error at the state level.

The recent ICE recruit was issued a body camera, reports said. It’s not clear why he was not using the device during the Sunday shooting.

Wilber Rafael Garces Perez was discharged after four hours into ICE custody and taken 135 miles to an immigration detention center.

The attorney for a Venezuelan man shot by a federal immigration officer in Texas says he's back in an ICE detention center after being taken to a hospital for a second time.

The attorney for a Venezuelan man shot by a federal immigration officer in Texas says he's back in an ICE detention center after being taken to a hospital for a second time.

Republicans have seized on his past votes and comments to argue he will revert to his most progressive positions if elected, while Talarico’s campaign insists he has remained consistent.

People who work near the site where ICE shot Wilber Rafael Garces Perez say the agency’s presence in the area has been constant amid President Trump’s mass deportation push.

Texas Governor Greg Abbott has directed the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) to halt all permits sought by data centers until the Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) completes an audit.

Wilber Rafael Garces Perez legally entered the country in 2024 via the CBP One app and applied for asylum, his attorneys said. But he missed a court hearing after the notice went to the wrong address.

The attorney for a Venezuelan man shot by a federal immigration officer in Texas says he is back in the hospital after being held at a detention center with a bullet still lodged in his back.

Local authorities say a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer shot and wounded a man in Austin, Texas, where anti-ICE protesters gathered for hours.

Local authorities say a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer shot and wounded a man in Austin, Texas, where anti-ICE protesters gathered for hours.

The shooting in Austin, which injured Wilber Rafael Garces Perez, came more than two months after an ICE officer fatally shot a man in Houston.

Austin police and emergency crews responded to a series of suspected overdoses early Wednesday morning in downtown Austin, with five people affected in an area around the 300 block of East 6th Street.

Texas is looking to expand its energy portfolio by exploring new power projects on state-owned land, including geothermal energy, small modular nuclear reactors and natural gas plants.

Rove, a former adviser to President George W. Bush and longtime Texas GOP political consultant, made the comments at a private lunch in Austin, according to attendees.

Arch Manning and No. 4 Texas stole a 24-23 victory from No. 1 Ohio State on Saturday night, rallying from a 20-point fourth-quarter deficit to win it on Hollywood Smothers’ 1-yard touchdown run with 25 seconds left.

A U.S. District Judge has found TikTok liable for lying about its safety standards as part of a lawsuit brought by Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton.

Kirk Watson, a former state legislator, says a parent petition could stop the Texas Education Agency from taking over Austin ISD.

A new statewide poll asked Texans which college football fan base they consider the “most obnoxious,” and the answer came down to one of the state’s biggest rivalries.

On the campaign trail, the governor said dismantling city-owned utilities will save customers money by introducing competition.

The poorest people in the U.S. face the most acute shortage of affordable homes.

The score changes are part of an annual process to review the accuracy of STAAR results, state officials said.

Tesla is facing a probe into the safety of its steering-wheel-free Cybercabs a day after the company run by Elon Musk launched the taxi service with fanfare.

Tesla has officially opened rides in its Cybercab robotaxi to the public in Austin, Texas - a futuristic two-seat vehicle that comes without a steering wheel or pedals.

Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick’s latest push to restrict what students can access adds to Texas school librarians’ angst, the educators said.

The college students and recent graduates join our nonprofit as we produce TribFest and cover heated midterm elections. Our fellows gain real-world experience while helping us serve Texans.

Elon Musk sent dozens of self-driving Cybercabs missing steering wheels and brake pedals onto Austin, Texas, streets Thursday in a bet Americans will get over their fears of “no control” rides and hop inside.

Texas has been approved for federal disaster assistance following severe storms and flooding that damaged communities across the state in July, Gov. Greg Abbott announced Thursday.

Islamic scholars and Muslim Texans say fear and political opportunism distort the meaning of sharia.

Texas Governor Greg Abbott has ordered flags lowered to half-staff across the state in honor of Dolly Parton.

Austin is considering new regulations for massive AI data centers amid growing concerns over their significant water and energy demands.

More districts across Texas are at risk of intervention by the state’s education commissioner. Here’s what that means for public schools.

Raphael Warnock, Kevin Stitt, Dolores Huerta, Maggie Haberman and other prominent voices in American political and civic life join us in Austin next month

Lawmakers will review security rules for universities as Gov. Greg Abbott campaigns for a fourth term by targeting foreign influence in education.

As students across Texas return to classrooms this month, a state lawmaker is pushing for a major change to when the school year can begin.

On a hot August afternoon, Marcus Martin walked out of the Travis County Correctional Complex in Southeast Austin after about six months behind bars, a broad smile stretched across his face. He’s been incarcerated before, but he believes this time is different. Outside the facility, several people awaited his release in their vehicles, blasting the […]

Rising costs, slowing tax revenue and a sluggish economy have saddled some of Texas’ biggest cities with multimillion-dollar deficits.

Texas Governor Greg Abbott has ordered a review of all state grants to entities that operate airports over what he says is “illegal religious discrimination.”

Austin ISD had two campuses failing state ratings for five consecutive years.

Thursday’s announcement, which comes a day before TEA publicly releases accountability ratings statewide, moves Austin ISD one step closer to potential state intervention after months of district efforts to avoid it.

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has launched an investigation into the American Academy of Pediatrics, alleging the organization may have promoted childhood vaccines for financial gain.

Gov. Greg Abbott is directing state regulators to conduct a comprehensive audit of data center projects seeking to connect to the Texas power grid, saying the review is necessary to protect the state’s electric reliability as demand continues to surge.

More than 200 local law enforcement agencies have data-sharing agreements with DPS, providing wide access to vehicle information.

Many of the roughly 80,000 Texas residents in the program are facing renewal delays that can leave them undocumented, unable to legally work and exposed to possible deportation.

If you’ve ever made the drive to Austin just to try Terry Black’s BBQ, or found yourself watching influencers rave about its massive beef ribs and melt-in-your-mouth brisket, good news: the famous barbecue joint is finally headed to Houston.

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott says a third person has been confirmed killed by catastrophic floods this month that prompted more than 500 rescues, damaged homes and businesses, and are still making some areas inaccessible.

Diode Ventures said Gov. Greg Abbott's tougher stance on data center development in rural areas drove the decision to cancel the project

Christian and Jewish leaders urged limits on using force as well as accountability for immigration agents who go too far.

Gina Hinojosa, the Democratic nominee for governor, unveiled her own plan this week and called on Gov. Greg Abbott to take executive action to pause data center development.

Agencies ordered to target health care providers linked to illegal birth tourism

A juvenile was hospitalized after being struck by gunfire during a fight among adults near Discovery Green in downtown Houston Friday night.

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton announced an $18 million multistate bankruptcy settlement with 23andMe following a 2023 data breach that exposed the personal information of 6.9 million customers.

Fraudsters are increasingly using the ATM-like machines for fast access to money that’s difficult to trace.

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton secured settlements with three national egg producers accused of conspiring to increase egg prices, requiring them to donate over 53 million eggs to food banks and establish compliance safeguards.

Houston is one of the nation’s best large cities for recent college graduates looking to launch their careers, according to a new study, though another Texas city landed much higher on the list.

Cities and advocates are channeling support for LGBTQ+ residents into murals, lighting and rainbow-decorated sidewalks and stairs.

Texas public schools will require students to read Bible stories under a reading list approved by the state’s education board.

The system has been riddled with problems since it was updated last year. Some lawmakers and election officials want it fixed by November.

The National Hockey League has taken a major step toward expanding into Texas, with Houston and Austin emerging as the leading candidates for a new franchise.

With the midterms fast approaching, Texas' top elections administrator is out the door. Who will be next — and what awaits them in the role?

Lynn Callaway says she was sent home from two hospitals, despite an infection, due to healthcare providers’ fear of the state’s abortion ban.

Following SpaceX’s arrival in 2014, another large technology company is eyeing South Texas, once known as the poorest area in Texas.

The man who died in this week's crash of a small jet in Texas was a well-known entrepreneur named Joshua Baer who was a successful investor in technology startup companies.

The plane carrying Joshua Baer, who was also the CEO of Austin-based startup accelerator Capital Factory, was on its way to Austin from San José del Cabo in Mexico.

Kevin Stitt, Sherrilyn Ifill, Karl Rove, Imani Perry, Carla Espinoza-Grcic and Avi Loeb join us this September

Texas Governor Greg Abbott announced Monday that he has issued a disaster declaration for 101 Texas counties as severe storms continue to threaten the state. Harris County is among the counties on the list.

KUT’s Debbie Hiott believes University of Texas officials terminated her because she publicly pushed back against administration claims that the station’s security plans for an inaugural festival were insufficient.

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Two Texas residents monitored for potential hantavirus exposure after traveling aboard a cruise ship have successfully completed their 42-day observation period with no signs of infection.

A screwworm outbreak would threaten the state’s cattle industry and potentially increase already high beef prices nationwide.

Marjorie Taylor Greene, Amy Webb, Pete Sessions and Annette Gordon-Reed among newly announced TribFest voices helping us navigate a world in flux.

Native American crops and storytelling connect students, families and culture at this Austin elementary.

Our Rhythm Energy Athlete of the Week is Memorial baseball’s Grant Sperandio who’s helped the mustangs to their best season in program history, playing in their first-ever state semifinal series Thursday.

A federal appeals court had allowed Texas to require app stores to verify users’ ages and seek parental consent before a minor can download apps while litigation continues.

TEA officials on Thursday denied the district’s request to approve a partnership to run its three chronically failing schools that would have put a pause on the campuses' accountability rating.

Mary Liz Eastland failed to develop proper emergency plans or properly respond to the flood that killed 25 campers and two counselors last year, the order states.

A massive stretch of Texas Hill Country is officially becoming a new state park, and it’s set to be one of the biggest outdoor destinations in the entire state.

Former Houston Mayor Annise Parker has officially conceded the Democratic primary race for Harris County Judge, congratulating Letitia Plummer after votes were counted Tuesday night.

Middleton, a conservative state senator and oil and gas executive, put more than $16 million of his own money into the race.

The Scripps National Spelling Bee will crown a champion in Thursday night's finals.

The agency said Mary Liz Eastland failed to develop adequate emergency plans before a flood killed 25 campers and two counselors last year.

Legal and political challenges continue to threaten Austin’s multibillion-dollar light rail project that voters approved in 2020.

In the GOP runoff for Texas Railroad commissioner, billionaires, big oil companies and trade groups flood the campaign pockets of candidates Jim Wright and Bo French.

Roy is the only candidate who’s “able and prepared to do the job,” Fairly said. Roy’s opponent, Mayes Middleton, has been criticized for his lack of legal experience.

Officials in Austin, Texas, say three young people are in custody in at least 10 random shootings that left four people hurt in the city over the weekend.

Our series of explainers and guides will help you get ready to vote in the upcoming runoffs. Early voting begins May 18.

Austin Police Department has issued a shelter-in-place in parts of South Austin as officials search for suspects connected to multiple shootings in the area.

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton sent letters to over 130 cities, including multiple cities in Southeast Texas, notifying them that they are prohibited from raising ad valorem taxes above the no-new-revenue tax rate.

The effort, which combines federal, state and local law enforcement, will expand to the Austin, Dallas-Fort Worth and San Antonio metro areas.

The former president greeted patrons while stopping for tacos near the University of Texas at Austin campus — a notable show of support for the Democrats atop the ticket this fall.

The governor’s threats have produced quick wins on hot-button issues important to the GOP base – immigration and perceived threats posed by Islam.

The lieutenant governor endorsed state Sen. Mayes Middleton over U.S. Rep. Chip Roy for the Republican attorney general nod. And he backed Railroad Commissioner Jim Wright over challenger Bo French.

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has launched a new investigation into a drone company he says could pose a risk to Texans’ privacy and security.

Rahm Emanuel, Tate Reeves, Gina Hinojosa, Erin Harkey and more join us in downtown Austin in September

Unlike criminal warrants, ICE administrative warrants don’t require approval from an independent judge. ICE defends the practice, but legal experts say they can have errors and risk wrongful detention.

Texas Governor Greg Abbott announced more than $2.4 million in career training grants for 10 schools across the Dallas-Fort Worth area.

The average price for a gallon of gas in Texas has risen from $2.55 in early February to $3.78 at the end of April.

Four members of the Eastland family faced four hours of questions from Texas lawmakers investigating Camp Mystic’s handling of the July 4, 2025 flood. The family’s testimony came on the second day of hearings held by the joint Senate and House General Investigating Committee.

Three people have been charged after allegedly tampering with thousands of gift cards from stores in several TX counties