Feds and Colony Ridge agree to settle predatory lending lawsuit, court records show

Senate GOP smashing political spending records in Texas with ad-buying binge for Ken Paxton

With the Senate GOP majority hinging on a red Texas, Republicans spent an eye-popping $122 million in September to support nominee Ken Paxton. But the polls have hardly budged.

Data centers pump $340M into rural Texas projects as they try to improve their reputations

The companies have faced waves of public backlash in Texas. To battle that negative public perception, they’ve donated millions to community causes and needs.

Listen to 23 of our favorite panels from the 2026 Texas Tribune Festival

This year’s festival featured conversations about the 2026 elections, AI, immigration, water and much more. Catch up now in podcast form.

Trump’s proposed ban on diesel exports could have unintended consequences for Texas refineries

Experts say the president’s goal of lowering gas prices by prohibiting exports would devastate the energy sector and cause fuel shortages.

Texas Supreme Court 2026 election: Who is running and what to know

The all-Republican high court decides some of the most consequential cases impacting Texans’ lives. Here’s a look at who’s running for four of the court’s seats on the 2026 ballot.