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Politics

Texas A&M Can’t Ban “Draggieland” Drag Show, Federal Judge Rules

Federal judge rules Texas A&M cannot ban 'Draggieland' drag show, allowing the event to proceed as planned on Thursday.

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Politics

Transgender Staffer Navigates Texas Capitol with Guarded Care amid Growing Hostilities

Mo Jenkins, a trans chief of staff in the Texas Capitol, balances the challenges of working in a hostile environment…

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Education

Texas A&M System Bans Drag Shows from its Universities

Texas A&M University System bans drag performances on its campuses, sparking a First Amendment fight between students and university administrators.

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Obituaries

Longtime Planned Parenthood President Cecile Richards Has Died

Cecile Richards, a lifelong advocate for women's rights, has died at 67 after a battle with brain cancer. She led…

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Politics

Gonzalez, Cuellar Only Democrats in Congress to Vote for Bill Restricting Trans Athletes

Breaking from party line, two South Texas Democrats vote to ban federal funds for schools allowing trans athletes in girls…

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Politics

Gov. Greg Abbott Appoints Democrat-turned-Republican Rep. Shawn Thierry to Juvenile Justice Board

Gov. Greg Abbott on Monday appointed outgoing state Rep. Shawn Thierry, who recently switched from the Democrat to Republican party,…

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Sports

Ken Paxton sues NCAA over Transgender Athletes’ Participation in Women’s College Sports

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton sues NCAA for misleading college sports fans by allowing transgender women in women's competitions.

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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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