How Teach for America Evolved Into an Arm of the Charter School Movement
By: Annie Waldman, ProPublica When the Walton Family Foundation announced in 2013 that it was donating $20 million to Teach For America to recruit and train nearly 4,000 teachers for low-income schools, its press release did not reveal the unusual…
After Gov. Greg Abbott vetoes cyberbullying prevention bill, some worry forms of online harassment will continue unchecked
June 18th, 2019By Troy Closson, The Texas Tribune June 18, 2019 “After Gov. Greg Abbott vetoes cyberbullying prevention bill, some worry forms of online harassment will continue unchecked” was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs…
Texas Tech receives $17 million to build the state’s second vet school
June 18th, 2019By Shannon Najmabadi, The Texas Tribune June 18, 2019 “Texas Tech receives $17 million to build the state’s second vet school” was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with…
Arrests along U.S.-Mexico border are falling, preliminary figures show
June 18th, 2019By Nick Miroff, The Washington Post June 18, 2019 “Arrests along U.S.-Mexico border are falling, preliminary figures show” was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about…
For Heart Attack Survivors, Emotional Well-Being Vital to Recovery
June 17th, 2019Eric Tegethoff, Public News Service – WA SEATTLE – The physical recovery after a heart attack can be grueling, but a person’s emotional and mental recovery can be just as intense – and in some cases, even more trying. About…
Gov. Greg Abbott vetoed a proposed Texas law banning guns in secure airport areas. Supporters say it’s still needed.
June 17th, 2019By Riane Roldan, The Texas Tribune June 17, 2019 “Gov. Greg Abbott vetoed a proposed Texas law banning guns in secure airport areas. Supporters say it’s still needed.” was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization…
Trump’s reelection support is 50-50 in Texas, Biden and O’Rourke lead the Democrats, UT/TT Poll says
June 17th, 2019By Ross Ramsey, The Texas Tribune June 17, 2019 “Trump’s reelection support is 50-50 in Texas, Biden and O’Rourke lead the Democrats, UT/TT Poll says” was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans…
Julián Castro unveils affordable housing platform aimed at increasing homeownership, decreasing discrimination
June 17th, 2019By Abby Livingston, The Texas Tribune June 17, 2019 “Julián Castro unveils affordable housing platform aimed at increasing homeownership, decreasing discrimination” was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with…
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott signs $250 billion budget with no line-item vetoes
June 17th, 2019By Riane Roldan, The Texas Tribune June 15, 2019 “Texas Gov. Greg Abbott signs $250 billion budget with no line-item vetoes” was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with…
Bob Rogers Drive at US 277 Highway opens June 14, Megan Trail closes June 17-18
June 14th, 2019(Press Release) Effective today, June 14, 2019 at close of day Bob Rogers Drive at US Highway 277 in Eagle Pass will reopen to the traveling public. On Monday or Tuesday, June 17-18-, 2019, Megan Trail at US Highway 277…
Gov. Greg Abbott signs disaster relief and preparedness bills in Houston
June 14th, 2019By Lara Korte, The Texas Tribune June 13, 2019 “Gov. Greg Abbott signs disaster relief and preparedness bills in Houston” was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them…
