Taylor Goldenstein
Houston Chronicle
Austin, TX, United States
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Three female athletes back Texas college transgender sports ban as LGBTQ activists warn of harm
One speaker was Riley Gaines, a former collegiate swimmer at the University of Kentucky who tied a transgender woman in competition. → Read More
Cost of AG Ken Paxton's whistleblower case sparks standoff with state lawmakers
Lawmakers have so far declined to include the settlement money in any budget bills, while Paxton argues that the agreement would save money in the long run. → Read More
Whistleblowers step away from $3.3M settlement with AG Ken Paxton
They say Paxton reneged on May deadline for payment, and the deal is off for now. → Read More
This time, Muslim Day is observed at Texas Capitol 'without incident or counterprotest'
Leaders of the advocacy event could fully focus on their goal of teaching Muslim Texans how to promote their causes and set up meetings with lawmakers. → Read More
5 women sue Texas, saying its abortion ban put themselves or their fetuses at risk
'She nearly lost her life': In suit, plaintiffs detail their secret travels out of state to seek medical treatment for complications. → Read More
Donor in Paxton bribery case ordered to jail time, $180K in fines for
Austin investor Nate Paul is being punished for ignoring a civil court order, then lying about it, records show. → Read More
As Texas pushes to ban delta-8, it's squaring off with the drug's biggest proponents: the VFW
Delta-8 has become so sought-after by veterans that it's now readily available in vending machines at VFW posts across the state. → Read More
Author of Texas anti-drag show bill explains video of himself in a dress
In a video posted to social media, state Rep. Nate Schatzline, R-Fort Worth, appears in a sequined dress. → Read More
Senate committee advances bill that raises penalty for illegal voting
The lowering of the penalty had largely flown under the radar during the highly contentious debate over the 2021 Republican priority elections bill. → Read More
As the Texas Legislature gains steam with hundreds of bills, here are answers to 5 reader questions
Readers of the Texas Lege newsletter were asked what's on their minds as the Legislature meets for its 88th biennial session. → Read More
Paxton's office says whistleblower settlement would save Texas taxpayers money
A top Texas attorney general lawyer said avoiding the payout would only end up costing the state more. → Read More
Abbott pushes vouchers, tax relief in agenda-setting State of the State
The governor unveiled seven priorities, including private school vouchers and tougher bail laws, giving the Legislature a head start on major GOP issues. → Read More
Corruption investigation into Texas AG Ken Paxton's shifting to Washington
The investigation stems from actions Paxton took in 2020 when his former top deputies accused him of taking bribes and abusing his office to help a friend. → Read More
Former Texas rep's lobbying violated law he helped write, ethics panel finds
The Ethics Commission ruling effectively blocks a newfound loophole in the revolving door law that former Rep. Chris Paddie helped write before leaving office l → Read More
LGBTQ Texans brace for conservative session targeting books, gender-affirming care
The proposals include barring children from attending drag shows, removing "obscene" books from libraries and banning transgender athletes in college sports. → Read More
LGBTQ Texans brace for conservative session targeting books, gender-affirming care
The proposals include barring children from attending drag shows, removing "obscene" books from libraries and banning transgender athletes in college sports. → Read More
Texas AG Paxton won't have to testify in abortion fund case
The funds are suing the state for protection to resume their work helping people access abortions in states where it's still legal. → Read More
Reagan-appointed judge recuses himself from Texas True the Vote election software hacking case
U.S. District Judge Kenneth Hoyt in October ordered the leaders of True the Vote to be held in jail for contempt of court. → Read More
Texas AG Ken Paxton settles lawsuits accusing him of taking bribes
As part of the agreement, Paxton will apologize for calling the ex-employees "rogue... → Read More
Texas lawmakers unveil bipartisan 'religious freedom' bills
Bills aim to stop state-mandated testing on religious holidays and clarify that all faith leaders can officiate marriages. → Read More