Cruz Heads Back to Iowa as Frontrunner and Target
Republican presidential candidate Ted Cruz is returning to Iowa for the final month before the caucuses as both a frontrunner in the state and a bigger target than ever for his GOP rivals. Full Story
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![Presidential contender and U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz speaks with a supporter at the opening of his first Iowa office in Urbandale, Iowa on Sept. 26, 2015.]()
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Pro-Cruz Super PAC Plans $4M TV Buy in Iowa, South Carolina
Not much is known about the Stand for Truth PAC, which so far has focused its efforts on radio and digital ads in the key early voting state of Iowa. Full Story
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![U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz takes questions after The Family Leader's Presidential Family Forum on Nov. 20, 2015, in Des Moines, Iowa.]()
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As Open Carry Takes Effect, Local Officials Predict Lawsuits
The state’s handgun license holders, who previously had to keep their firearms concealed, can now carry them openly. Across Texas, law enforcement officials, city leaders and business owners are bracing for lawsuits. Full Story
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Stickland Race Heats Up Over Pot, Rape Comments
Incumbent state Rep. Jonathan Stickland is facing questions from a challenger about comments the Tea Party firebrand made online about drugs and rape years before he took office. Full Story
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Four Texas Political Stories to Watch For in the New Year
The new year is already shaping up to be one of the most active in Texas politics — and not just because the presidential race will center on the state come March 1, the day of the primary. Full Story
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![What to watch in 2016: The presidential campaign of U.S. Sen Ted Cruz, R-Texas (top left) and the future of Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton (bottom right).]()
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Pro-Cruz Super PAC Launches First Major TV Ad Buy
A super PAC supporting Ted Cruz is launching its first significant round of TV advertising as part of a $1 million media campaign in the first four early voting states. Full Story
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![U.S. Sen. and presidential candidate Ted Cruz at a presidential town hall hosted by Sen. Tim Scott, R-S.C., (r.) at Furman University in Greenville, S.C. on Dec. 7, 2015.]()
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Cruz: GOP Primary Could Be Over By End of March
Ted Cruz predicted Thursday morning that he could win the Republican race for the White House by the end of March. In a conference call with volunteers, the Texas senator told them to prepare for a "90-day sprint" to the nomination. Full Story
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![U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz at the CNN presidential debate in Las Vegas, Nevada on Dec. 15, 2015.]()
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Texas Legislature, Cruz Top 2015 Video Coverage
During the first half of 2015, the Texas Legislature and new statewide leaders dominated the headlines in Texas news. But there was plenty attention on Rick Perry, Ted Cruz and other major story lines in the later months. Full Story
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Five Ways Abortion Rules are Changing for Minors
Underage Texas women seeking abortions without their parents' consent will face a tougher set of legal hurdles in the new year. Here's a look at five ways the rules are changing on Friday. Full Story
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In Iowa, Huckabee Allies Plot Offensive Taking Aim at "Fraud" Cruz
Allies of former Arkansas Gov. Mike Huckabee are plotting a multi-pronged offensive that looks to undercut Ted Cruz's claim of being the purest conservative in the GOP presidential field. Full Story
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Cruz Campaign Says It Raised $20 Million in Fourth Quarter
Ted Cruz's presidential campaign raised $20 million in the fourth quarter of 2015, an aide confirmed Wednesday evening. The haul is Cruz's biggest yet by far, bringing his fundraising total to more than $45 million since he launched his campaign. Full Story
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Paxton Donor Targets Special Prosecutors' Fees
A prominent real estate developer has filed a lawsuit seeking to stop payments to the private attorneys appointed to prosecute Attorney General Ken Paxton — the latest twist in the Republican’s securities fraud case. Full Story
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TribCast: The 2015 Highlight Reel
It was a year of big headlines and even bigger laughs on The Texas Tribune's TribCast. Revisit some of the most raucous moments of 2015, from Jade Helm and "Godless" pre-K to "campus dildo carry" and Ted Cruz's condom talk. Full Story
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In Cisco, Cruz Courts Religious Right, Aims to Lock Up Home State
Spending two days in the Texas town of Cisco, GOP presidential candidate Ted Cruz talked with hundreds of evangelical leaders and spoke at a rally attended by well over 500 people. Full Story
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Perry Endorses Fisher's Bid to Unseat Rep. Stickland in GOP Primary
The longest-serving governor in Texas history is endorsing Bedford pastor Scott Fisher in his GOP primary campaign against state Rep. Jonathan Stickland, Fisher's campaign announced Tuesday. Full Story
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Top 10 Texas Tribune Events Moments of 2015
Check out the top 10 news-making Tribune events of 2015 with these snippets from elected officials and thought leaders. They offer a snapshot of the year’s hot topics: guns, local control, the presidential race and college sports. Full Story
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Texas Targets EPA Smog Rule in Latest Suit
Texas is suing the federal Environmental Protection Agency again. This time, the state is targeting tightened standards on ground-level ozone — President Obama’s effort to cut down on smog that chokes the nation’s skies. Full Story
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Spokesman: Wayne Christian Suspending Railroad Commission Bid
Wayne Christian is suspending his bid for an open seat on the Texas Railroad Commission, but he is not terminating his campaign altogether, a spokesman said Monday. Full Story
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Refugees, Campus Carry Topped TribTalk in 2015
A tumultuous legislative session and the start of the 2016 presidential election cycle got Texans talking this year about everything from politics to pot. Here are six of the most-read columns featured on TribTalk in 2015. Full Story
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A New Governor, Gay Weddings and Gun Rallies: 2015 in Photos
Take a look at the top Texas Tribune images of 2015, which show everything from Greg Abbott being sworn in as governor to Capitol rallies supporting and opposing Planned Parenthood to the vibrant landscapes of Texas. Full Story
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![Gov. Rick Perry, right, and Lt. Gov. David Dewhurst, back, watch as outgoing Attorney General Greg Abbott welcomes new Attorney General Ken Paxton during Senate ceremonies on Jan. 5.]()
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