Houston ISD board votes to sell 17 district properties amidst community opposition
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Mental health advocates ask Texas lawmakers to replace expiring COVID-19 relief funding
Private School Choice Will Keep Expanding in 2025. Here’s Where and How
Many Texas schools take “wait and see” approach to Trump’s mass deportation plans
The Fourth Estate: How Media Shapes Our Political Landscape

The media, shaping public opinion, uses framing, emotion, and sensationalism to influence views. Digital platforms create “echo chambers,” limiting diverse perspectives. Fact-based discourse is crucial. Analyze legislation, verify sources, and seek diverse viewpoints. Critical thinking combats media manipulation, enabling informed decisions.
An education ecosystem is being built in Elon Musk’s image. It starts in Bastrop County.
The Texas Legislature is back. Here’s what we’re watching
Paxton and GOP add pressure before House Speaker vote
The start of the session will bring a resolution in a contentious battle for power inside the Texas House of Representatives. As members prepare to choose a Speaker, they’re facing new pressure from outside the chamber. We look at how the Attorney General is working to influence the decision and how the outcome could shape […]
Texas lawmaker accuses state GOP chair of ethics violation
A complaint has been filed against Texas GOP Chair Abraham George for sending mailers and censuring lawmakers who support Rep. Dustin Burrows as House Speaker. — Read on
Understanding the Texas Legislative Process

The Texas Legislative Session, beginning January 14, 2025, will see lawmakers transform citizen ideas, interest group proposals, and committee research into potential laws. This complex journey involves bill introduction, committee scrutiny, floor debates, and ultimately, the Governor’s decision.