Politics & Policy
January 25, 2019
Ted Cruz Is Getting Under the Skin of His Senate Colleagues Once Again
A Democratic senator from Colorado lambasted Cruz for his ”crocodile tears” on the Senate floor.
Government shutdown
Politics & Policy
January 25, 2019
These Texas Members of Congress Are Refusing Pay During the Government Shutdown
As the partial government shutdown stretches toward a second pay period with no money, we spoke to Texas members of Congress about their pay.
Border & Immigration
January 10, 2019
“They Don’t Realize What a Dynamic Place It Is”: Locals Raise Their Voices Amid Border Fight
After years of photo op visits from Democrats and Republicans alike, McAllen mayor Jim Darling and others hope to highlight the region's dynamism and interconnectedness with Mexico.
Travel & Outdoors
January 10, 2019
How Texas Parks and Historic Sites Are Dealing With the Government Shutdown
Volunteers and others step in to help maintain Big Bend, the San Antonio missions, and other beloved sites, but fears about lasting damage grow as the impasse drags on.
News & Politics
January 10, 2019
From Affordable Housing to Border Patrol, Here’s How the Government Shutdown is Affecting Texans
From affordable housing to Border Patrol, the shutdown is causing problems all over the state.
Politics & Policy
January 20, 2018
Ted Cruz Suddenly Goes Low-Profile on the Government Shutdown
Senator Cruz set the stage for a 2013 federal shutdown with a dramatic reading of Green Eggs and Ham. Now, he’s quiet.