The Dallas Mortuary Accused of Producing the Worst Funerals Ever
Seventeen families are suing the Golden Gate Funeral Home for allegedly desecrating their loved ones' bodies.
Law
News & Politics
February 9, 2022
This Austin Lawyer Calls Himself a Shaman. Former Employees Complain of Woo-Woo Smoke Ceremonies and Sexually Explicit Texts.
Attorney Mark Mueller promised a caring, new age workplace. But former employees tell of drum-and-smoke ceremonies and explicit text messages.
News & Politics
October 9, 2021
Texas Law Says Jury Panels Must Be Chosen Randomly. A Brazoria County Official Had a Different Idea.
Brazoria County district clerk Rhonda Barchak sorted jurors by race and geography. Her attorney says the method was harmless, but the Texas Rangers are investigating.
Politics & Policy
December 8, 2018
Acting U.S. Attorney General Matthew Whitaker Heading to Texas for Press Conference
The controversial interim head of the Justice Department is scheduled to be accompanied by U.S. Solicitor General Noel Francisco in Austin.
The Culture
December 6, 2018
Hurricane Harvey Price Gouging Cases are Still Being Settled
A gas station in North Texas is just the latest to pay back what they took from consumers.
Health
June 25, 2018
Abortion Funds Hope to Provide a New Approach to Challenging Restrictions in Texas
The funds claim to give a fuller picture of the challenges of abortion access in the state.
Border & Immigration
June 20, 2018
Does the Bible Justify Family Separation at the Border?
A day before Jeff Sessions and Sarah Huckabee Sanders used the Bible to justify separating immigrant families, a resolution from the Southern Baptist Convention in Dallas had already contradicted them.
The National Podcast of Texas
May 23, 2018
Houston Police Chief Art Acevedo Speaks About His Controversial ‘Gun Rights’ Stance
On our latest podcast, Andy Langer talks to Houston’s top cop about the gun debate and his first eighteen months on the job.
Politics & Policy
May 9, 2018
MJ Hegar: Prove That Advocating for Women is in Everyone’s Best Interests
"In the military, there’s a sense of camaraderie that can sometimes make people bystanders. Once people see that this kind of treatment is damaging to the group, that’s when they’ll speak up. We have to change it so that people are more embarrassed to stand by and let it happen
Politics & Policy
May 9, 2018
Sarah Weddington: Stand Your Ground (and Run for Office Yourself)
"After I argued Roe vs. Wade the first time on December 13, 1971, I didn’t know if I was going to win or lose. I thought I’d better run for office to be in a position to prevent the passage of bills that would make abortion illegal or very difficult."
The Culture
May 9, 2018
Terri Burke: Provide Legal Resources to Women, Especially in Small Businesses
"It’s so important to have a place where people can feel free to bring their issues to someone to investigate, and in a smaller setting, victims really worry about losing their jobs. They worry that nobody will believe them, so they’ll lose their jobs for complaining. They worry that if
The Culture
May 9, 2018
Vianei Lopez Braun: Offer Multiple Avenues for Reporting Harassment Within a Company
"From time to time, you see unfortunate situations where the policy says report to the director of HR, and they have no credibility within the organization, or they are the actual harasser. You need a policy with multiple ways to come forward."
The Culture
April 18, 2018
Christopher Scott’s ‘True Conviction’
More than two decades ago, Christopher Scott was wrongfully imprisoned for murder. Now he’s devoting his time to help free others.
Film & TV
March 26, 2018
In ‘Half the Picture,’ Female Directors Call for Long-Overdue Equality in Hollywood
The documentary, filmed before the Harvey Weinstein allegations, explores gender inequality in Hollywood.
Politics & Policy
December 21, 2017
Ken Paxton Rules That Licensed Handgun Owners Can Bring a Firearm to Church
The attorney general issued the opinion to provide legal options for improving church security in Texas.
Politics & Policy
December 20, 2017
Enjoy Your Eight-year, Temporary Federal Tax Cuts
Millions of Texans will feel the impact of changes to individual tax breaks, health care penalties, and property tax deductions.
Business
December 15, 2017
Why There Are So Many Mattress Stores Everywhere
A lawsuit may finally provide an answer.
Border & Immigration
December 1, 2017
The Young Americans of DACA
Pedro Villalobos is a star prosecutor. Gerardo De Loera is a musician. Joseph Ramirez is a tech entrepreneur. They’re young, they’re smart, they make America great. They’re also undocumented. And now, they face being sent back to a place they’ve never called home.
Politics & Policy
November 16, 2017
Texas Trial Lawyer and Major Democratic Donor Steve Mostyn Has Died
A sudden onset of mental health issues prompted Mostyn to take his own life.
The Daily Post
November 11, 2017
Women in Law Enforcement Help Build Trust Within a Community
Sally Hernandez, Kim Ogg, and Catrina Shead speak about the importance of working together to protect a city's most vulnerable residents.
Politics & Policy
November 8, 2017
The Sutherland Springs Tragedy is a Reminder of How Domestic Violence Contributes to Mass Shootings
Devin Kelley is only the latest mass shooter with a history of domestic violence.
The Daily Post
November 6, 2017
What We Know About the Sutherland Springs Church Shooting
Details continue to emerge about the shooting in Sutherland Springs. Here's what we know so far.
Books
October 17, 2017
The Legend of One of the Deadliest Men in South Texas
Meet one of the most dangerous lawmen in town in an exclusive excerpt from James P. McCollom’s 'The Last Sheriff in Texas: A True Tale of Violence and the Vote.'
The Daily Post
September 25, 2017
A Sisterhood of Domestic Workers is Fighting Against SB 4
Domésticas Unidas is leading the charge against the sanctuary city bill in San Antonio.
Border & Immigration
September 5, 2017
The Searcher
Alonso Guillen died an American hero—even if many didn’t think of him as an American.
Border & Immigration
August 31, 2017
As Senate Bill 4 Is Halted, Opponents of the Sanctuary City Law Celebrate
The law’s long legal journey is likely still beginning, but the sanctuary city law's opponents can mark this one down as a win.
Border & Immigration
August 30, 2017
The Uncertainty of Undocumented Immigrants During Hurricane Harvey
ICE and CBP’s decision to continue activities during the hurricane have advocates worried for undocumented immigrants.
Burka Blog
August 28, 2017
Here’s Why You Should File a Hurricane Harvey Insurance Claim Before Friday
A new insurance law taking effect lowers the penalty on insurance companies for slow storm damage payments.
The Daily Post
August 24, 2017
Putting an End to Lunch Shaming
The Texas Lege has provided a temporary fix to a statewide problem in public schools.
Features
August 23, 2017
Crossing the Line in El Cenizo
A small Texas border town defies a crackdown on immigration.
Features
July 25, 2017
The Drug Runners
The Tarahumara of northern Mexico became famous for their ability to run incredibly long distances. Now, they’re running for their lives.
Critters
July 14, 2017
Man Who Killed Whooping Cranes Sentenced to 11 Months in Federal Prison After Breaking Probation
So much for second chances.
Critters
June 21, 2017
Leaving A Dog in a Hot Car Can Get You in Trouble
A Manor man who left his puppy in the car in a Walmart parking lot is facing Class A misdemeanor charges.
The Daily Post
June 15, 2017
Gene Simmons Wants to Trademark a Familiar-Looking Hand Gesture
He just wants to rock and roll all night, and hook ’em every day.
Politics & Policy
June 1, 2017
A Wisconsin Case Could Send a Message to Texas
A federal court rules that a transgender boy should be able to use the bathroom he identifies with.
News & Politics
May 24, 2017
“Racehorse” Haynes, 1927–2017
Remembering an unlikely, but legendary, criminal defense attorney.
Politics & Policy
May 21, 2017
The Empathy of David Brown
In the turbulent days after a gunman murdered five officers last year, the Dallas police chief was the voice of compassion and unity that the city and country needed. The way he sees it, his entire life had been preparing him for that moment.
Film & TV
May 17, 2017
The Texas Man Who Sued a Woman For Texting During a First Date Explains his Lawsuit
Austin’s Brandon Vezmar has found himself an overnight celebrity after a lawsuit he filed because ”men are being exploited by people like the defendant.”
Politics & Policy
March 21, 2017
Travis County Led the Nation in Refusing Immigration Detainers
But Governor Abbott erroneously claims the sheriff released the inmates out into the streets.
The Daily Post
March 1, 2017
Here’s What You Need To Know About Pidgeon v. Turner
A case before the Texas Supreme Court could have an effect on same-sex marriage.
The Daily Post
February 14, 2017
An Experiment in Radical Privacy
One transgender woman's effort to demystify who uses what bathroom.
Sports
January 19, 2017
Ricky Williams Got Stopped By Police In Tyler While Going For A Walk
Police were called while Williams was taking a walk in the East Texas woods.
The Daily Post
January 4, 2017
The McKinney Pool Party Incident Sparks Another Lawsuit
The young woman who was slammed to the ground by officer Eric Casebolt has filed a lawsuit against the officer, the police department, and the city.
The Daily Post
January 3, 2017
Houston’s New Police Chief, Art Acevedo, Has Plans For the Department
Acevedo has set his sights on two priorities for the Houston Police Department: body cameras and investigating officer involved shootings.
Border & Immigration
December 8, 2016
Here’s What You Need To Know About Sanctuary Campuses
There’s a growing movement to make Texas college campuses safe for undocumented immigrants.
Health
November 23, 2016
The Department of Public Safety Wants to Impose New Rules Regarding CBD Oil
This could make the marijuana-derived drug, which the legislature legalized for patients with intractable epilepsy, hard to get.
Politics & Policy
November 4, 2016
How Much Will Voters Trust Election Results On Election Day?
This election is a mess. Trump’s comments on election rigging have only added to that mess.
The Daily Post
October 3, 2016
How Pi Pizza Enraged Gun Rights Activists
Lee Ellis talks to us about why he banned guns from Pi Pizza, and what happened when gun rights activists went after him on the Internet.
Politics & Policy
September 21, 2016
Greg Abbott Could Pull Texas Out Of The U.S. Refugee Resettlement Program
Here’s why that doesn’t really matter.
Books
September 14, 2016
Dallas Is Regulating “Little Free Libraries” For Some Reason
The popular outdoor ”take-a-book, leave-a-book” displays face new restrictions in Big D.