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Racial disparities in health care persist in Texas, new study finds

By Elena Rivera On April 18, 2024 According to a new report from the Commonwealth Fund, Texas has more severe racial and ethnic health disparities than other states in the Southwest.…
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Energy transition brings challenges – and opportunities – for Texas’ workforce

Experts say many oil and gas workers have transferable skills for new energy jobs. By Alexandra Hart On April 22, 2024 My earliest concept of what it meant to have a…
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Six lessons for making the most of the future of education in Texas

“You have to be able to adapt and adjust and pivot,” says college counselor Tara Miller. By Laura Rice On April 22, 2024 If you search for the top employers…
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Dallas clinical trial explores slowing skin cancer recurrence with COVID-19 technology

By Sam Baker On April 22, 2024 Dallas and Austin are part of a worldwide clinical trial underway to find a more effective treatment to lower the recurrence of melanoma…
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Delays in Federal Financial Aid Form Leaves Students in Limbo During College Acceptance Season

The new system was intended to increase aid to students in need. This year, it’s caused a lot of problems. By Sarah Asch March 28, 2024 2:01 pm It’s March, which means…
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Pro-Palestinian Student Groups in Texas Say Governor’s Free Speech Order Targets Them

By Zara Amaechi Published April 1, 2024 at 5:00 AM CDT Pro-Palestinian student groups at universities across Texas are calling on school administrators to reject an executive order issued by Gov. Greg Abbot last…
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How to Get Birth Control and Emergency Contraception in Texas

KERA | By María Méndez | The Texas Tribune Published March 14, 2024 at 5:03 PM CDT Editor’s note: This story has been updated throughout to reflect changes in policies and access.…
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North Texans Speak Out For Northwest, Lewisville ISD Teachers Targeted Online

KERA | By Bill Zeeble Published March 20, 2024 at 5:00 AM CDT At Northwest ISD’s board meeting Monday night — the first since fake bomb threats targeted a middle school teacher’s…
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What a New Funding Model Means for Community Colleges in Texas

House Bill 8 awards funding based on student outcomes rather than school enrollment. By Alexandra Hart & Rhonda Fanning March 21, 2024 2:55 pm Last year, Gov. Greg Abbott signed into law…
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DPS Announces Results from Human Trafficking Operations

March 4, 2024 AUSTIN – The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) announces the results of several human trafficking mitigation and rescue operations conducted during January 2024, which is National Human…
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