Report raises concerns that not enough Texas students are prepared for life after high school
The report said by 2036, 70% of jobs in the state will require a post-secondary credential such as a college degree or a trade certification.
North Texas educators disappointed state lawmakers haven't approved teacher pay raises
State lawmakers didn't approve a pay increase for teachers during their regular legislative session. However, they will consider doing so during a third special session this fall.
Law professor predicts Biden administration's victory in Texas border lawsuit
In its lawsuit filed in federal court Monday afternoon, the Biden administration said the state's barrier of buoys violate the Rivers and Harbors Act.
Ken Paxton, key supporter file separate challenges to upcoming impeachment trial
Paxton's legal team wants to disqualify three Democratic senators from playing an active role on the jury.
American Air CEO increases pay, other benefits in new contract offer to pilots
Days before American Airlines' 15,000 pilots were set to begin voting on their tentative agreement with the Fort Worth-based carrier, CEO Robert Isom committed to further increasing their pay and other benefits.
Eye on Politics: Lawmakers react to allegations of mistreatment of migrants
This week Jack dives into border outrage, a gag order in the impeachment trial of AG Ken Paxton and Mayor Eric Johnson's property tax relief idea.
State leaders taking allegations of trooper's mistreatment of migrants seriously
State Representative Victoria Neave Criado (D-Mesquite) and other lawmakers told CBS News Texas they have been discussing holding committee hearings at the Texas Capitol after a state trooper's concerns went public that migrants are being mistreated by Texas officers along the southern border.
Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick discusses gag order issued in Ken Paxton's impeachment trial
"I have to protect the jury. I have to keep this a fair trial. The defendant deserves a fair trial."
Dallas Mayor Eric Johnson wants to lower city portion of property tax bill
"Lowering the tax rate is not enough."
The road to a property tax relief agreement for Texans
It has been a major priority for state lawmakers this year. So why did it take so long to get to this point?
Texas House Speaker Dade Phelan vows homeowners & businesses will see lasting property tax relief
"I do think it's sustainable," he told CBS News Texas. "That is the commitment of the State of Texas."
Eye on Politics: A deal on property tax relief at the Texas Capitol
It took two special sessions, but this week lawmakers reached an agreement on how to provide property tax relief to Texans. We also break down the Democratic primary for the U.S. Senate race against Republican incumbent Ted Cruz in this episode.
Texas House & Senate pass $18B in property tax relief for homeowners, businesses
On Thursday evening, both the House and Senate passed three bills worth $18 billion in property tax cuts.
Texas Democratic party announces new 'Beat Cruz War Room'
The party said it will centralize opposition research and mass mobilization against Republican U.S. Senator Ted Cruz, who's seeking a third term in 2024.
Conservative groups push back against Texas House impeachment of AG Ken Paxton
The Defend Texas Liberty PAC put up a billboard criticizing Republican State Representative Glenn Rogers' vote to impeach Attorney General Ken Paxton.