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Texas representative files bills to regulate corporate homebuyers
Rep. Gina Hinojosa filed two bills she says would help “level the playing field” for Texans…
Texas Supreme Court says it can’t force the state to process deluge of applications for tax break expiring this year
The court said it is up to the Legislature to make the call on what to…
Unions Fight to Make Good Jobs Out of Texas’ Solar Boom
This story originally appeared in The American Prospect. Gary Bylander has spent the last four years…
State office may not challenge broadband maps, risking hundreds of millions of federal funds for Texas
Get TPR’s best stories of the day and a jump start to the weekend with the…
What happens when you call 911? KSAT Explains
Three numbers you hope to never need: 911. However, at that moment when you do, you’re…
Companies say they’re being denied Texas tax breaks as a state agency is overwhelmed with applications
Hundreds of businesses have sought tax savings from the state before the Chapter 313 program expires.…
With billions for broadband on the line, Texas asks federal government for more time to improve access maps
Local officials, echoing Glenn Hegar, say the current maps are flawed and the process to lodge…
Texas drag shows become a right-wing target amid rising extremism
For LGBTQ mental health support, call the Trevor Project’s 24/7 toll-free support line at 866-488-7386. You…
Texas drag shows become a right-wing target amid rising extremism
LGBTQ Texans say lawmakers and right-wing figures are misrepresenting what happens at all-ages performances to propagate…
Texas hits 1,000 days under Greg Abbott’s public health disaster as a new COVID-19 wave and legislative session loom
After more than 92,000 deaths and 8 million reported COVID-19 cases in Texas, the state remains…
Governor Abbott Announces Senior Staff Leadership
Governor Greg Abbott today announced senior staff leadership in his administration following hiring and staff changes.…
Herschel Walker, running for U.S. Senate in Georgia, still gets tax break on $3 million Texas residence
Under Texas law, homeowners can claim a homestead exemption only on their primary residence. The GOP…
Herschel Walker, running for US Senate in Georgia, still gets tax break on $3M Texas residence
Under Texas law, homeowners can claim a homestead exemption only on their primary residence. The GOP…
A bill to abolish the ‘pink tax’ in Texas is filed for a fourth time
State Rep. Donna Howard (D-Austin) has been introducing a bipartisan bill to lift taxes on menstrual…
Your cheat sheet on the nation’s 9 governors-in-waiting
The newcomers will join a group of governors who are seeing their power and prominence expand.
Texas lawmakers target property taxes, election fraud and transgender people in new legislation ahead of 2023 session
Thousands of bills are expected to be filed for the legislative session that begins in January.…
Texas lawmakers target property taxes, election fraud and transgender people in new legislation ahead of 2023 session
Thousands of bills are expected to be filed for the legislative session that begins in January.…
Teachers say they need respect, time and money to stay in the classroom
This is the third story in a three-part series on the teacher shortage. Read part one…
Texas GOP continues statewide election sweep as Abbott, Patrick and Paxton win reelection
Gov. Greg Abbott won his third term as Texas governor Tuesday night after besting El Paso…
Red, purple, then back to red: How shifting Tarrant County voted this time around
Beto O’Rourke won Tarrant County in 2018, and Joe Biden won in 2020. It was a…
Interactive map: County-by-county election results for key 2022 Texas races
Here’s the breakdown for Texas governor, attorney general, lieutenant governor and other key elections. TEXAS, USA…
What happened and who won in the midterm elections in Texas, San Antonio area
Local Races that Matter Tuesday’s midterm election results amounted to few surprises in Texas and Bexar…
Texas Election Results: Dan Patrick is projected to beat Mike Collier in Lieutenant Governor race
Republican incumbent Patrick will serve a third term after defeating Democratic challenger Collier, who had been…
Dan Patrick secures third term as lieutenant governor, beating Mike Collier
Patrick will get another four years leading the Texas Senate, one of the state's most powerful…
Texas Lieutenant Governor election results, Dan Patrick vs. Mike Collier, for Nov. 8, 2022 midterms
8:14 p.m. UPDATE: After early voting results were released Tuesday, Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick has an…
What is Port San Antonio? KSAT Explains
SAN ANTONIO – If you’ve driven on Highway 90 in San Antonio, you’ve likely seen the…
Texas Election Results: Latest vote totals in the biggest races across the state
Get the latest Texas Election results here, as soon as they are reported across the state.…
It’s Election Day. Here’s what you need to vote in Texas.
Polls are open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Election Day. Here's what's on the…
Voting Guide: Here’s everything you should know about the Nov. 8 election in North Texas
Statewide Full election list U.S. Legislature Full Election…
Don’t jump to conclusions as Tuesday election night results come in
If you're keeping a close eye on the results Tuesday night, you should follow one overarching…
Election results: How Texas voted in the November 2022 midterms
Follow The Texas Tribune's coverage of midterm election results for governor, attorney general, U.S. House and…
Mike Collier Wants Texans to Give Up Red Meat
In 2018, Texas’ ultraconservative Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick barely bothered to run for reelection. His campaign…
Disaster Dollars: Abbott’s Big New Donor Got Half-Billion in COVID, Border Contracts
Few have benefited more from Governor Greg Abbott’s never-ending disaster declarations than Matthew Michelsen, a longtime…
Uvalde lawmaker will propose $300 million compensation fund for Robb Elementary victims
State Sen. Roland Gutierrez on Wednesday said he will file legislation during the next Texas legislative…
Key races in San Antonio, Bexar County for 2022 midterm elections
Get more election news and key dates on KSAT’s Vote 2022 page With early voting getting…
The men exonerated in the Malcolm X killing will receive $36 million
NEW YORK — The city of New York is settling lawsuits filed on behalf of two…
Where, when and how to vote in November election in San Antonio
WHENEarly voting: Monday, Oct. 24, to Friday, Nov. 4 Election Day: Tuesday, Nov. 8. Polls will…
Greg Abbott widens lead over Beto O’Rourke with likely voters in latest UT poll
The 11-point margin is one of the wider advantages Abbott has registered among likely voters in…
Greg Abbott widens lead over Beto O’Rourke with likely voters in latest UT poll
The 11-point margin is one of the wider advantages Abbott has registered among likely voters in…
Lina Hidalgo, a rising Democratic star, faces a tough reelection race to lead Harris County
The Houston region's high number of homicides, the state's new abortion ban and a flood of…
“An inverse tsunami”: How inflation and drought are making it harder to feed West Texans in need
Food banks across Texas are now struggling to keep up with growing demand even more than…
Naririto ang mga paraan upang makaboto na eleksyon ng midterms sa estado ng Texas sa Nobyembre 8
Ang takdang-petsa upang magparehistro ay sa Oktubre 11. Ang huling araw upang mag-apply na bumoto by…
Naririto ang mga paraan upang makaboto na eleksyon ng midterms sa estado ng Texas sa Nobyembre 8
Ang takdang-petsa upang magparehistro ay sa Oktubre 11. Ang huling araw upang mag-apply na bumoto by…
No, Texas is not revoking people’s voter registration without telling them
The claim comes from a court ruling on the state’s process for flagging noncitizen voters. The…
? FULL BALLOT: November 8 General, Special, Charter and Bond Election
Get more election news, key dates on KSAT’s Vote 2022 page. Voters in Bexar County will…
Money for Nothing and Your Chips for Free
Like a designer outlet store holding a liquidation sale for all its merchandise, the Texas Comptroller’s…
No, the average taxpayer will not have to pay $2,100 to cover the cost of student loan forgiveness
For taxes to be raised to pay for the plan, Congress would have to pass a…
New joint WFAA/Texas Hispanic Policy Foundation poll shows Texas Republicans leading every statewide race
Part 1 of the “Texas Decides” poll also shows that a vast majority of voters have…
Texas Gov. Abbott directs state agencies to ramp up anti-fentanyl efforts
AUSTIN, Texas — Texas Gov. Greg Abbott wants state agencies to do more to address the…
Texans with unclaimed money could get checks in the mail without having to file a claim
SAN ANTONIO – Texans who have unclaimed money could get checks in the mail without having…
Governor Abbott Appoints Paup To Environmental Flows Advisory Group
Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Brooke Paup to the Environmental Flows Advisory Group for a term…
Democrat Mike Collier embraces his GOP past as he tries to unseat Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick
In his second attempt to oust the incumbent, Collier is actively courting Republican voters who are…
Here’s how to vote in Texas’ Nov. 8 midterm elections
The deadline to register to vote is Oct. 11. The last day to apply to vote…
Texas bans local, state government entities from doing business with firms that “boycott” fossil fuels
Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar singled out financial firms under a 2021 state law that prohibits most…
“It’s a living hell”: Scorching heat in Texas prisons revives air-conditioning debate
Texas heat has killed prisoners and cost the state millions in wrongful death and civil rights…
Texas officials accuse Harris County of slashing constables’ budgets — but they’re actually going up
Comptroller Glenn Hegar said the state could block the approval of Harris County's budget because it's…
Governor Abbott Condemns Harris County Plan To Defund Law Enforcement
Governor Greg Abbott today denounced Harris County attempts to reduce funding available to two Harris County…
Governor Abbott Congratulates Outstanding Women In Texas Government 2022 Honorees
Governor Greg Abbott today congratulated the Outstanding Women in Texas Government Award recipients for 2022 announced…
Governor Abbott Appoints Three To Texas County And District Retirement System Board Of Trustees
Governor Abbott Appoints Three To Texas County And District Retirement System Board Of Trustees Governor…
The Lege This Week: Texas Lawmakers Tackle the Budget
The Lege This Week: Texas Lawmakers Tackle the Budget Welcome to the 87th Legislative Session.…
Texas House and Senate propose similar spending amounts in preliminary budgets
Texas House and Senate propose similar spending amounts in preliminary budgets The two chambers have…
Texas schools are wary of losing funding gains lawmakers provided in 2019
Texas schools are wary of losing funding gains lawmakers provided in 2019 Student Kaison Hockenbarger…
How the Legislature Might Address the Less-Than-Dire Budget Shortfall
How the Legislature Might Address the Less-Than-Dire Budget Shortfall After the collapse of oil prices…
Recession cuts how much lawmakers can spend with the next state budget, but decrease isn’t as bad as feared
Recession cuts how much lawmakers can spend with the next state budget, but decrease isn’t as…
A lender sued thousands of lower-income Latinos during the pandemic. Now it wants to be a national bank.
A lender sued thousands of lower-income Latinos during the pandemic. Now it wants to be a…
‘Being A Prisoner During COVID Is A Death Sentence’
‘Being A Prisoner During COVID Is A Death Sentence’ Anthony Graves and Nicole Casarez in…