Patrick Michels
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State of Texas: Low Pay and Greater Expectations Have Texas Teachers Singing the Blues
Years of high-stakes testing, chronic under-funding and news stories about failing schools have made things difficult for Texas teachers. Full Story -
Observer Radio Episode 64: The Filibuster Anniversary
One year after the unruly mob filled the State Capitol and—at least temporarily—shouted down a bill imposing new limits on abortion, what's become of the movement today? And we consider Texas officials' proposals to confront a growing humanitarian crisis on the border. Full Story -
Map: Where Brownsville ISD’s Boot Camp Students Come From
This interactive map demonstrates how many Brownsville ISD schools referred students to the boot camp-style Brownsville Academic Center. Full Story -
Photos From Wendy Davis’ Filibuster and the Senate Battle Over Anti-Abortion Bill
With the Texas Senate poised to approve one of the harshest anti-abortion laws in the country, the crowd took over. Full Story -
Protestors Swarm Capitol As House Fights Over Abortion Bill
The Texas House gave initial approval at 3:23 a.m. Monday to a strict anti-abortion bill. Full Story
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WTF Friday: Actually, It’s About Freedom
Liberal spin aside, Houston's non-discrimination ordinance is actually about one thing above all: letting men into the ladies' restroom. Full Story -
WTF Friday: Naptime’s Over, America
In this week's WTF Friday, Americans sleep through a world crisis, David Dewhurst gets lost in another dubious rumor and a reporter swims in sewage. Full Story -
Happy Banned Books Week, Highland Park
In time for Banned Books Week, Highland Park schools have banned seven books. Full Story -
How Do Technical College Grads Fare in the Job Market? It’s Complicated.
Texas' public technical colleges often promote their high job placement rates, but the real measure of their programs' success is more complex. Full Story -
Idaho-Based Athlos Charter Schools Grow in Texas, Despite State’s Denial
Idaho's Athlos Academies marries real estate deals, upscale gyms and schools in a novel business plan funded by Texas taxpayers. Full Story
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Strict Texas Law Makes Ebola Lawsuits Unlikely
Tort reform statutes and court rulings protect Texas hospitals from medical malpractice suits, even in situations like the Dallas Ebola cases. Full Story -
Keepers of the Faith and Flag, Out Standing in their Field
Rural East Texans answer a hedonistic party in their midst with a sober celebration of God, country and conservatism. Full Story -
State of Texas: Low Pay and Greater Expectations Have Texas Teachers Singing the Blues
Years of high-stakes testing, chronic under-funding and news stories about failing schools have made things difficult for Texas teachers. Full Story -
The Thin Purple Line
After a controversial raid on a West Texas smoke shop, nothing is hazier than the truth. Full Story -
Aliens Without Borders: Exploring South Texas’ Intergalactic Attractions
UFO watchers, conspiracy theorists and truth seekers congregate in Del Rio for the town's first UFO convention. Full Story
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