By Patrick Svitek, The Texas Tribune Nov. 1, 2019 “Gutierrez to announce second run for Senate District 19” was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and statewide issues. State Rep. Roland…

(Press Release) U.S. Border Patrol agents assigned to the Brackettville Station intercepted another human smuggling attempt, seizing three vehicles and arresting a total of 14, including six suspected human smugglers, Oct. 24. “These criminal organizations are concerned only with the substantial profits they stand to gain, and won’t hesitate to…

By Abby Livingston, The Texas Tribune Oct. 31, 2019 “Texas Democrats on board as U.S. House formally moves forward on Trump impeachment process” was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and…

Eagle Pass, Texas – U.S. Border Patrol agents assigned to the Eagle Pass South Station arrested two human smugglers and five illegal aliens, Oct. 28. “I commend our agents and supporting entities for their collaboration in apprehending these criminals,” said Del Rio Sector Chief Patrol Agent Raul L. Ortiz. “Due…

(Press Release) U.S. Border Patrol agents assigned to the Brackettville Station, along with local law enforcement officials, seized two separate handguns after searching the areas of two failed smuggling attempts, Oct. 26 and 27.  “Smugglers arming themselves with firearms is becoming a common trend,” said Del Rio Sector Chief Patrol…

(Press Release) U.S. Border Patrol agents assigned to the Uvalde Station encountered a father, mother and their toddler children, after they were abandoned in the brush by their smuggler, Oct. 26. “Thanks to the hard work of our agents, the young family was quickly found on this cold, wet day,”…

By Alexa Ura, The Texas Tribune Oct. 30, 2019 “Texas Democrats are suing the state over its move to end temporary voting locations” was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and…

(Press Release) A former Coahuila, Mexico, governor is set to appear in federal court to face charges for his role in a money laundering scheme to enrich himself and others through bribery, misappropriation and theft of public funds, announced U.S. Attorney Ryan K. Patrick. A federal grand jury returned a…

By Aliyya Swaby, The Texas Tribune Oct. 30, 2019 “Texas, like nation, sees little progress in national report card” was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and statewide issues. Texas’ elementary…

By Kiah Collier, The Texas Tribune and Naveena Sadasivam, Grist Oct. 30, 2019 “Texas signed off on the restoration of this old mine. Now a leaky landfill is contaminating groundwater.” was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them…