The Return of the Lege

State’s 85th Legislature already a battle of House and Senate

"...simple fight between Democrats and Republicans. In a re-run of 2015, the bitterest disputes look set to be between..."

Jan. 6, 2017 News Feature by Richard Whittaker

Protocols of the Elders of Chisum

State rep joins the tin foil hat brigade

"...Bizarre news, courtesy of the Texas Freedom Network: Apparently GOP Rep. Warren Chisum..."

Feb. 16, 2007 News Post by Wells Dunbar

Headlines / Quote of the Week

"...Paxton’s Problems Go Poof: Ken Paxton is once again avoiding a jury trial..."

March 29, 2024 News Feature

Headlines / Quote of the Week

"...is in big trouble. Despite having overseen the passage of what even Gov. Greg Abbott touted as some of..."

Feb. 9, 2024 News Feature

Jesus, Take the Wheel: Texas Education Is a Mess of Biblical Proportions

Texas education is a mess of biblical proportions

"...proven through archaeology. This course is among a host of examples of academically problematic lessons taught to secondary students..."

Jan. 25, 2013 News Feature by Jordan Smith

The Battle of Washington's Bulge

The textbook wars make a casualty of Washington Crossing the Delaware.

"...1776, but the old soldier is now in danger of being permanently unmanned -- by the combined forces of..."

Nov. 22, 2002 News Feature by Michael King

Does SBOE = 'Sons of Bigots Opposed to Education'?

"...radical, religious bigots Gov. Perry has sponsored for the State Board of Education (now known as the “Sons (&..."

March 19, 2010 Postmarks

Public School Bible Classes Run Afoul of Law

Classes violate state and federal provisions

"...do not portray these true facts in the light of faith But prefer to sceptically [sic] doubt such archaeological..."

Jan. 17, 2013 News Post by Jordan Smith

The Shape of Things to Come

Early steps in the redistricting process raise issues of race and representation

"...The redistricting of Texas political districts, required after every federal census, is..."

April 15, 2011 News Feature by Lee Nichols

What Church/State Separation?

"...Christ), and another student quoted scripture from the Book of Paul. Even if everyone in the Frank Erwin Center..."

June 10, 2009 Postmarks

Bill of the Week

Making progress toward a Flying Spaghetti Monster Studies department

"...Despite being held (somewhat) at bay at the State Board of Education, and despite a federal court opinion..."

April 1, 2011 News Column by Lee Nichols

Poor Grasp of Science Undermines Credibility

"...to "more energy than courses through the … United States,” where instead a meaningful statement might say, "more power.”..."

July 30, 2008 Postmarks

I'm in Charge of Ejukayshun!

Ken Mercer, the gift that keeps on giving

"...The attached screen shot is from the Twitter profile of Ken Mercer, one of the fundamentalists who has..."

Dec. 10, 2010 News Post by Lee Nichols

Top 10 Quotes of the Week

"...U.S. Rep. Lloyd Doggett, D-Austin, reacting after President Bush's State of the Union address (Feb. 1 issue)..."

Jan. 2, 2009 News Feature

Headlines / Quote of the Week

"...Senate Bill 8: The U.S. Department of Justice has asked the U.S. Supreme Court to block..."

Oct. 22, 2021 News Feature

Quote of the Week

"...– State Board of Education Vice Chair Thomas Ratliff, offering his..."

Sept. 20, 2013 News Column

Downballot Details: A Bag of Run-offs

In the downballot races, the GOP has more to consider

"...That remains the primary question for the primary run-off, pushed to midsummer by legal battles over redistricting that..."

July 20, 2012 News Feature by Michael King

Strengths and Weaknesses of Removing 'Strengths and Weaknesses'

"...Dear Editor, The removal of the "strengths and weaknesses" language from the public-school science..."

April 6, 2009 Postmarks

Headlines / Quote of the Week

"...Rep. Greg Casar and Council Member Zo Qadri made statements mourning Israeli and Palestinian lives lost, with Qadri taking..."

Oct. 13, 2023 News Feature

Election Ticker: The Calm in the Eye of the Storm

Wild punches, campaign cash, and early voting insights

"...will continue her campaign to work for the residents of Precinct Four,” wrote Gómez campaign manager Joe Cascino. Among..."

Feb. 27, 2022 News Post by Mike Clark-Madison

Theory of Evolution: Theory or Fact?

"..."Nothing in biology makes sense except in the light of evolution." – Theodosius Dobzhansky "A true scientist would say..."

Nov. 19, 2003 Postmarks

Headlines / Quote of the Week

"...2024 Presidential Debate in San Marcos: Officials from Texas State University announced on Monday that the..."

Nov. 24, 2023 News Feature

Two Schools of Thought

The upcoming ACC and AISD elections share a ballot but address different challenges

"...Two boards, two educational systems, two sets of challenges – on..."

April 30, 2004 News Feature by Rachel Proctor May

AISD Accepts Monitor in New Deal With Texas Education Agency

Lesser of two evils?

"...It's a done deal – the Austin ISD Board of Trustees voted 8-1 on Tuesday night to accept..."

Sept. 29, 2023 News Feature by Brant Bingamon

State Education Agency Dogs AISD Over Special Education Backlog

Austin ISD gets a state monitor

"...September 26: The Texas Education Agency announced in March that it would send a..."

Dec. 15, 2023 News Feature by Brant Bingamon

Austin ISD Doesn't Have Much Choice in TEA Deal, Attorney Tells Board

Either they agree to terms, or a conservator will force them

"...in a row, parents called in to a meeting of Austin ISD’s board of trustees to demand the board..."

Sept. 15, 2023 News Post by Brant Bingamon

The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly of the Upcoming Legislative Session

Lawmakers set to tackle immigration, education, legalization, transportation, and more

"...has left the building. On the other hand, many state leaders had quite the scare this past election, and..."

Dec. 14, 2018 News Feature by the News Staff

The Politics of Annexation

Critics say ACC election unfair, but Austinites foot out-of-district bills

"...College should annex to its taxing district the 12% of Austinites who don't currently ante up for ACC. The..."

April 22, 2005 News Feature by Rachel Proctor May

AISD Board Attempts to Stanch Bleeding From Budget

But teacher retention remains the highest priority

"...The members of Austin ISD’s board of trustees knew this could happen..."

June 19, 2023 News Post by Brant Bingamon

Transgender Students and Parents Say the State Is Putting Children in Danger

Is Texas' refusal to implement a national mandate state-sponsored bullying?

"...Round Rock mother, recalls this moment as the first of several over the course of her child's life that..."

Sept. 9, 2016 News Feature by Mary Tuma

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