Texas high school students are applying for college financial aid at a record pace

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.

Suspect tied to credible threat of Texas Capitol attack arrested

The Department of Public Safety arrested a 40-year-old Converse resident after receiving credible information about a “violent attack” on the state Capitol, the agency said.

Texas schools reported losing 14,200 immigrant kids last year. The true number is likely higher.

The actual enrollment loss amid increased deportation efforts is much higher as the federal definition that identifies immigrant students is limited, experts said.