Though schools won't have to worry about their own scores this year, the TEA will still administrate the STAAR test to gauge student success.
This week — a candidate will file legislation to limit the governor’s executive power, two Texas Democrats speak at the national convention, and lawmakers request flexibility for religious visits at long-term care facilities.
Candidates endorsed by Gov. Abbott in the runoffs saw mixed results, with those running for open seats coming out on top and those already in office losing.
GOP challengers Bryan Slaton and Shelby Slawson have secured electoral victory after routs of their incumbent opponents.
This week — developments in hot runoff races, including Gov. Abbott clashing with a retiring lawmaker, new attack ads, and endorsements from former rivals.
After student educations were interrupted by COVID-19, some lawmakers point to the need to shift away from STAAR testing as the sole grading system for students and school districts.
Rep. Dan Flynn faced off against businessman Bryan Slaton for a third time as the State House race moves toward a May runoff.
The dispute between GOP candidate Josh Flynn and the Harris County Republican Party comes amid a competitive race to succeed retiring Rep. Dwayne Bohac.
This week in the Back Mic--Governor Abbott endorses targets on Bonnen's list, a new PAC launched by Karl Rove, and an advocacy group endorses against the Governor’s pick.
In this week's Back Mic — a breakdown of Speaker Dennis Bonnen's various lists.
Here are this week's critical developments from the candidates, elected officials, and policies that impact Texans everywhere.
For those trying to follow what's happened in the ongoing drama over an alleged quid pro quo offered to Empower Texans by Speaker Dennis Bonnen.
