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Suspect Responsible for Illegal Geese Hunting in Springfield Revealed to be White Man 'Riding a Lawnmower'

Golf course employee Brian Comer admitted to shooting the geese, but said he did so because he thought the course had a nuisance permit.

Latin Times

Texas Observer School Board Investigation Spurs Call for Reform

State Representative Erin Zwiener says Texas must improve campaign finance transparency and adopt contribution limits.

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God’s Army Gathers in Fort Worth

Self-described Christian nationalist prophets, an election conspiracist, and the wealthiest pastor in America collide for a week of right-wing politics.

Texas Observer

Abbott pledges to pardon a groomer

"No nudes until you are old enough": Racist murderer's grooming chats exposed

Salon

Dragging Democracy into the Future

As the Texas Observer survives to muckrake another day, Steven Monacelli highlights the battle for democracy happening in the Lone Star State.

Texas Observer

Armed left and rightwing protesters face off at ‘drag brunch’ in Texas

Standoff outside restaurant in Roanoke filmed by investigative reporter, and comes amid rising tensions in US society

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Conservatives furious as armed men turn up to protect drag performers at Texas brunch event

Protesters who answered anti-trans activist’s call were stunned by display of support for drag event

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8 new crackdowns on academic freedom

The right is pushing an aggressive attack on schools — but teachers and students are pushing back

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