Texas officials acknowledge problems with voter registration system, will work with locals on a fix
Election officials for more than a year sought fixes to TEAM, the stateβs voter registration and management system.
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Every opening and closing this week: Olive & Finch adds to DIAβs homegrown push
Plus: Drama at Ruby Good Shoes, three new bakeries open their doors, conveyor belt sushi, and more. The post Every opening and closing this week:…
Read full article βWhatβs Working: Itβs been a tough year for nonprofits. Good thing Colorado Gives Day is here.
Organizers of the annual event want to top last yearβs record of $56.6 million helping more than 4,600 organizations.
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With Democrats sweeping Texas, the GOP-led war on cities nears its end
Democrats are less likely to pick on cities the way Republican lawmakers have, observers said. But a fight over housing affordability will test that.
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Texasβ school voucher program could be βunrecognizable, if not extinct,β says Democratic lawmaker
Democrats won back the Texas House for the first time in 24 years. Gov. Greg Abbottβs bullishness on vouchers turned off some Republican voters in…
Read full article β3 legislative races that show the breadth of the blue wave in Colorado
Three Colorado House districts in Colorado Springs provide clues as to why and just how much the stateβs electorate shifted toward Democrats in this yearβs…
Read full article βPima County voters OK increased spending limit; Dems win on GOP turn in Southern Az
Pima Countyβs Prop. 425 was headed for victory after more ballots were tallied Friday, while Tucson-area Democrats are holding solid leads in competitive legislative races.
Read full article βPlanned Parenthood Az to double staff, services for Tucson area in 2027
Planned Parenthood Arizona is planning for a major increase in the availability of its services in 2027, expecting an overturn of state abortion limitations.
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Sundareshan to be next Arizona Senate president
On the heels of their historic win across the state, Democratic lawmakers announced Friday that Sen. Priya Sundareshan, D-Tucson, will be the president of the…
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Texas appeals court cancels oral arguments in challenge to state hemp rules
The move clears the way for the three newly elected Democratic justices on the 15th Court of Appeals to hear the cases after they take…
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State-appointed managers in Texas takeover school districts brace for imminent removal
Gov.-elect Gina Hinojosa is selecting a new education commissioner, who would have the power to replace any or all appointed board managers.
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In historic first, women poised to hold top three leadership positions in Texas government
Texas made history Tuesday night by electing the first Latina governor and first female lieutenant governor. In January, the state House is expected to elect…
Read full article βFormer Pinal Sheriff Lamb ekes out a win, Crane and Nez still too close to call
Former Pinal County Sheriff Mark Lamb, a Republican, is on track to defeat Democrat Elizabeth Lee to represent Congressional District 5 in the U.S. House…
Read full article βDe Los Santos named Arizonaβs first Democratic house speaker in 60 years
Democrats will soon control the Arizona legislature for the first time in 60 years and have chosen Rep. Oscar De Los Santos to lead them…
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Colorado Dems elect first Black woman speaker of the House
Rep. Jennifer Bacon will oversee the House's largest Democratic caucus in 90 years. The post Colorado Dems elect first Black woman speaker of the House…
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Former Pinal Sheriff Lamb ekes out a win, Crane and Nez still too close to call
Former Pinal County Sheriff Mark Lamb, a Republican, is on track to defeat Democrat Elizabeth Lee to represent Congressional District 5 in the U.S. House…
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De Los Santos named Arizonaβs first Democratic house speaker in 60 years
Democrats will soon control the Arizona legislature for the first time in 60 years and have chosen Rep. Oscar De Los Santos to lead them…
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Houston mayor limits police cooperation with ICE after Democratic wins
Houston police will stop contacting ICE during traffic stops when drivers arenβt arrested, even if they have immigration warrants. The change follows pressure from Gov.…
Read full article βNew local music: Trev Rich, Wayfarer, Doom Scroll and Lokana
Check out new local music from a Denver rap legend, some black metal desparados, fiesty folk punks, and a rising newcomer. The post New local…
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Senfronia Thompson says she has the votes to become the first woman and first Black Texas House speaker
The 87-year-old Houston Democrat, known as Ms. T, has served in the Legislature since 1973. On Tuesday, her party won control of the Texas House…
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