News & Politics
March 19, 2018
Everything We Know—And Don’t Know—About the Austin Bombings
It’s an uncertain time. Here’s what we can be confident in.
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News & Politics
March 19, 2018
Austin Police Say Trip Wire Bomb Triggered Sunday Night Explosion
Two men were injured in the blast, the fourth explosion in Austin this month—police believe a ”serial bomber” is responsible.
Politics & Policy
March 12, 2018
Democrats Argue Victory and Values in Facebook Fight Over White, Valdez
Bitter argument leads former Texas first lady Linda Gale White to defend her son’s record.
News & Politics
March 12, 2018
Austin Police Issue Warning After Three Explosive Packages Detonate in Ten Days, Killing Two
Authorities are still investigating a motive, but they haven’t ruled out a potential hate crime because the two victims were African-American.
The Culture
March 3, 2018
Meanwhile, in Lufkin… February 2018 Edition
Our favorite recent items from the police blotter of the ’Lufkin Daily News.’
Politics & Policy
February 26, 2018
In Early Voting, Democrats See Surge While Moderate Republicans Falter
An analysis of the first four days of early voting in the March 6 primaries indicates that the fabled rebellion against the Republican social conservative leadership may not be materializing.
Politics & Policy
February 21, 2018
Michael Quinn Sullivan’s Latest Stunt Aims to Undermine Our Democracy
As if anyone needed further proof, MQS’s bogus mailer shows that he is no better than Russian trolls.
The Culture
February 21, 2018
Power From Above in ‘Waco’
In Wednesday's episode, the reins are officially taken over by each opposing party's more extremist leaders.
The Culture
February 3, 2018
Meanwhile, in Lufkin… January 2018 Edition
Our favorite recent items from the police blotter of the ’Lufkin Daily News.’
The Culture
February 1, 2018
‘Waco’ Reveals the Dangers of Devotion
The second episode of the miniseries reveals that the true danger of the Branch Davidians was their faith—not in their religion, but their leader.
January 26, 2018
Editor’s Letter: The Innovation Starts Here
This month, we have reimagined Texas Monthly’s design, both in the magazine and online.
The Culture
January 24, 2018
‘Waco’ Through the Eyes of a Former Branch Davidian
For Clive Doyle, the new miniseries ‘Waco' isn't just TV drama—it's personal.
The Stand Up Desk
January 24, 2018
Welcome to Our New Website
Welcome to the new texasmonthly.com. Our look isn't the only thing that's changed.
The Daily Post
January 4, 2018
Meanwhile, in Lufkin… December 2017 Edition
Our favorite recent items from the police blotter of the ’Lufkin Daily News.’
The Daily Post
December 26, 2017
Catch Up on the Best Texas Monthly Longform from 2017
From flying the length of Texas's perimeter to Hurricane Harvey to a tragic fire on the Panhandle plains, read our favorite longform from this year.
December 21, 2017
Lagordiloca’s Arrest Raises Constitutional Concerns
The popular Laredo citizen journalist faces two felony counts of misuse of official information. But media law experts question if she’s done anything wrong.
Arts & Entertainment
December 21, 2017
The Most Stunning Pieces From Day For Night Aren’t on Instagram
The world's most Instagrammable festival has more to reveal—but you have to be there to see it.
December 19, 2017
Heroes from the Storm — Video
A new Texas Monthly documentary showcases examples of the Texas spirit during Hurricane Harvey.
True Crime
December 14, 2017
For Lagordiloca, Live-Streaming Crime Scenes Is Just a Night’s Work
Priscilla Villarreal doesn’t work for the local news in Laredo—but for her 80,000 Facebook followers, that doesn’t matter.
The Daily Post
December 4, 2017
Meanwhile, in Lufkin… November 2017 Edition
Our favorite recent items from the police blotter of the ’Lufkin Daily News.’
November 22, 2017
Remembering Sutherland Springs
For now, we’ll simply convey our condolences to anyone who lost a loved one.
News & Politics
November 9, 2017
How the Catalan Independence Movement Has Inspired Texan Secessionists
Does the Spanish state’s call for independence provide a model for Texas?
Music
November 8, 2017
Meet the Dallas Producer Behind Cardi B’s “Bodak Yellow”
For Jermaine “JWhiteDidThat” White, working with Cardi B was his last shot. Then "Bodak Yellow" topped the Billboard Hot 100 chart.
The Daily Post
November 6, 2017
How to Help Victims in Sutherland Springs
The tragic mass shooting has left many feeling powerless. Here are a few ways to contribute.
The Daily Post
November 6, 2017
How the Sutherland Springs Shooter Got a Gun Despite a Domestic Violence Conviction
A background check should have stopped Devin Kelley from purchasing a rifle.
The Daily Post
November 4, 2017
Meanwhile, in Lufkin…: October 2017 Edition
Our favorite recent items from the police blotter of the 'Lufkin Daily News.'
October 5, 2017
Texas Monthly’s Top 5
Texas Monthly staff recently scoured through an archive spanning 44 years to select their five all-time favorite articles. Revamped for the digital age, these stories will be unlocked each Monday over the next five weeks at unique times. Make sure to check in each week to see what stories made
October 4, 2017
400,000 Texas Children and Pregnant Women Could Lose Health Insurance: Your Texas Roundup
Plus: The state’s first flood-control plan, and the gun connection between Texas and the Las Vegas shooter.
The Daily Post
October 2, 2017
Texans React to the Las Vegas Mass Shooting
Some Texans were injured or witnessed the violence, and the suspected shooter once lived in Texas.
The Stand Up Desk
October 2, 2017
Come Join us at the Edge
This November, we're thrilled to bring you a new way to experience Texas Monthly, at a two-day event called the Edge of Texas.
The Culture
September 20, 2017
Jim Parsons Returns With ‘Young Sheldon’
'Young Sheldon' imagines the childhood of Sheldon Cooper, the lovably supercilious physicist played so brilliantly by Houston’s Jim Parsons on the long-running hit 'The Big Bang Theory.'
Chat
September 20, 2017
Astronaut Scott Kelly Talks About His New Book and What He Missed in Space
Scott Kelly on what freaked him out—and what drove him crazy—during his record-setting year on the International Space Station.
The Daily Post
September 19, 2017
Judge Denies NFL’s Request for Stay of Injunction on Ezekiel Elliott’s Suspension: Your Roundup
Plus: The city of Houston wants to take a same-sex marriage benefits question to the U.S. Supreme Court, Harvey continues to hurt inland oil refineries, and Governor Abbott shakes up his staff.
September 18, 2017
The Hunting Collection
Essential reading for the deer blind
The Daily Post
September 13, 2017
Texas Seems Primed to Land Amazon’s Second Headquarters
But the competition is tough.
The Daily Post
September 12, 2017
Ted Cruz’s Twitter Account Got Caught ‘Liking’ Porn
It’s the latest addition to a long list of weird social media moments for the junior senator.
The Stand Up Desk
August 30, 2017
Support Hurricane Harvey Relief Efforts, Get Texas Monthly
We’re devoting all proceeds from new subscriptions to support Texans affected by the disaster.
News & Politics
August 29, 2017
Chemical Plant in Crosby Urges People to Evacuate the Immediate Area
The situation at the Crosby site has "become serious."
August 29, 2017
Trump Travels to Texas: Your Texas Roundup
Plus: Harvey's death toll remains unclear, 9,000 evacuees take shelter at the Houston convention center, and questions arise about the upcoming Astros-Rangers series.
The Daily Post
August 28, 2017
Here’s What It Was Like To Evacuate Houston During Hurricane Rita
Kam Franklin tried to flee the city in 2005. This time, she stay put.
Politics & Policy
August 28, 2017
UT Confederate Statues Had Distinct Political Purposes
We are not bound by Colonel Littlefield’s vision of a ”greater South”
The Daily Post
August 27, 2017
Here Are Ways You Can Help People During Hurricane Harvey
As our hearts break for Houston, the Gulf Coast, and other affected areas, here are ways to contribute.
The Daily Post
August 27, 2017
Hurricane Harvey Continues to Bring Devastation Across Southeast Texas
Since making landfall in Rockport on Friday night, Hurricane Harvey has continued to bring devastating floods and wind along the Gulf Coast and Southeast Texas throughout the weekend.
The Daily Post
August 25, 2017
Advice to Editors and Reporters Covering Hurricane Harvey
There’s more to it than you think.
Politics & Policy
August 25, 2017
Special Session Strengthened Speaker Joe Straus
Both Abbott and Patrick are acting like the proverbial spoiled child after getting their agenda mostly blown out by the Texas House under the leadership of Speaker Joe Straus.
Sports
August 23, 2017
The Dallas Cowboys’ Comeback
The most exciting Cowboys team in a generation was built, not bought—and that has made all the difference.
The Culture
August 23, 2017
Inside the World-famous Toilet Seat Art Museum
It’s time to go or get off the pot.
News & Politics
August 18, 2017
This Week in Texas Energy: Will Next Week’s Solar Eclipse Turn the Lights Out in Texas?
Warren Buffett’s Oncor deal is in trouble, Trump explores replacing Rick Perry in the Energy Department, and an Exxon plant has been pumping toxins into an African American neighborhood in Beaumont.
The Daily Post
August 15, 2017
Texas A&M Cancels Campus Rally Planned by White Nationalists: Your Texas Roundup
Plus: The Texas House finally moves on school finance, a former South Texas police chief faces drug trafficking charges, and a hazing scandal rocks the Bexar County Jail.
The Daily Post
August 14, 2017
White Nationalists Plan to Rally at Texas A&M on September 11: Your Texas Roundup
Plus: Cruz condemns white nationalists, protesters march against the border wall in South Texas, and an African-American church in Waco gets hit with Nazi vandalism.