The Texas Tribune

The Texas Tribune is a nonprofit digital news organization that covers public policy, politics, government and statewide issues in Texas. It provides free access to all of its news and information to other media outlets for republishing. The Tribune's mission is to inform Texans about the workings of their government and engage them in civic life. It covers a range of topics including education, health care, immigration, criminal justice, energy, social services and infrastructure. The organization is funded through a diversified business model that includes membership program donations from individuals and foundations, corporate sponsorships for events and other revenue streams.

72%

The overall score is a weighted number that takes into account conflict of interest, bias, deception and other practices that undermines the credibility of the source. It is calculated as:
Analysis.OverallConflictOfInterestScore * 0.3F + Analysis.OverallBiasScore * 0.3F + Analysis.DeceptivenessScore * 0.3F + Analysis.ReadabilityScore * 0.1F

A score that takes into consideration the content for flow, interruptions with ads, and overt search engine optimization techniques that makes the content hard to understand

The Daily's Verdict

This news site has a mixed reputation for journalistic standards. It is advisable to fact-check, scrutinize for bias, and check for conflicts of interest before relying on its reporting.

Bias

100%

Examples:

No current examples available.

Conflicts of Interest

100%

Examples:

No current examples available.

Contradictions

10%

Examples:

  • The Texas Tribune reported contradictory information about the number of arrests during a pro-Palestinian protest at UT-Austin.

Deceptions

10%

Examples:

  • The Texas Tribune published an article with misleading information about UT-Austin's firing of employees in its DEI ban.

Recent Articles

  • Trailblazing Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee Passes Away at 74: A Legacy of Civil Rights and Women's Advocacy

    Trailblazing Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee Passes Away at 74: A Legacy of Civil Rights and Women's Advocacy

    Broke On: Friday, 19 July 2024 Prominent Democratic congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee, a civil rights and women's rights advocate from Texas, passed away at age 74 after battling pancreatic cancer. Born in New Orleans, she attended Yale and Virginia Law School before making history as Houston's first African-American city councilwoman in 1989. Jackson Lee served Texas's 18th District since 1995, spearheading renewal of the Violence Against Women Act and pushing for police misconduct legislation. Her passing leaves a void in Congress; Texas Democrats must select a new candidate to represent her district.
  • Longtime Democratic Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee Passes Away at 74: Champion for Justice and Civil Rights

    Longtime Democratic Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee Passes Away at 74: Champion for Justice and Civil Rights

    Broke On: Saturday, 20 July 2024 Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee, a longtime Democratic advocate for civil rights and social justice, passed away at 74 after battling pancreatic cancer. Known for her outspokenness on various issues and legislative victories like the Juneteenth National Independence Day Act and the reauthorization of the Violence Against Women Act, Jackson Lee leaves a legacy of tireless advocacy for marginalized communities.
  • Democratic Representative Lloyd Doggett Urges Joe Biden to Withdraw from 2024 Presidential Race after Poor Debate Performance

    Democratic Representative Lloyd Doggett Urges Joe Biden to Withdraw from 2024 Presidential Race after Poor Debate Performance

    Broke On: Tuesday, 02 July 2024 Democratic Rep. Lloyd Doggett of Texas becomes first to call for President Joe Biden's withdrawal from 2024 race due to poor debate performance, reflecting growing dissatisfaction with his leadership.
  • Texas Supreme Court Upholds Ban on Gender-Affirming Care for Transgender Minors: A Legal Battle Over Parental Rights and Medical Autonomy

    Texas Supreme Court Upholds Ban on Gender-Affirming Care for Transgender Minors: A Legal Battle Over Parental Rights and Medical Autonomy

    Broke On: Friday, 28 June 2024 The Texas Supreme Court upheld a law banning gender-affirming care for transgender minors, ruling that parental rights are outweighed by the state's authority to regulate medicine. The decision leaves over 150,000 transgender youths in the US without access to recognized medical treatments and faces criticism from advocacy groups.
  • Convicted Murderer Ramiro Gonzales Faces Execution Amid Debate Over Rehabilitation and Probability of Future Violence

    Convicted Murderer Ramiro Gonzales Faces Execution Amid Debate Over Rehabilitation and Probability of Future Violence

    Broke On: Thursday, 25 January 2001 Convicted killer Ramiro Gonzales, who abducted, raped, and murdered 18-year-old Bridget Townsend in 2001, is set for execution on January 25, 2023. Despite his lawyers' claims that he has rehabilitated through faith and ministry work behind bars and unsuccessful organ donation attempts, the Texas Board of Pardons and Paroles denied clemency. Gonzales' case raises debates about the use of probability in death penalty eligibility and the importance of considering rehabilitation.
  • Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee Announces Pancreatic Cancer Diagnosis, Vows to Continue Serving in Congress

    Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee Announces Pancreatic Cancer Diagnosis, Vows to Continue Serving in Congress

    Broke On: Monday, 03 June 2024 Democratic Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee, a long-time Texas congresswoman and Houston representative, announced her pancreatic cancer diagnosis on Sunday. Despite the challenges ahead, she vowed to continue serving her constituents and working on critical legislation such as an investigation into last year's HISD takeover under the Civil Rights Act.
  • Texas Supreme Court Upholds Near-Total Abortion Ban in Landmark Decision

    Texas Supreme Court Upholds Near-Total Abortion Ban in Landmark Decision

    Broke On: Friday, 31 May 2024 The Texas Supreme Court upheld the state's near-total abortion laws in a unanimous decision, rejecting arguments from 22 women and two doctors that the restrictions prevented necessary medical care for complicated pregnancies. The ruling allows Attorney General Ken Paxton to continue defending the laws, which have been criticized for potential consequences on women's health.
  • Texas House Speaker Dade Phelan Defies Trump-Backed Challenger in Narrow Victory

    Texas House Speaker Dade Phelan Defies Trump-Backed Challenger in Narrow Victory

    Broke On: Wednesday, 29 May 2024 Texas House Speaker Dade Phelan narrowly wins re-election against Trump-backed challenger David Covey in a contentious primary, maintaining his power within the party and emphasizing unity among Texas Republicans.
  • Texas House Speaker Dade Phelan Defies Trump-Backed Challenger in Narrow Victory

    Texas House Speaker Dade Phelan Defies Trump-Backed Challenger in Narrow Victory

    Broke On: Wednesday, 29 May 2024 Texas House Speaker Dade Phelan narrowly wins re-election against Trump-backed challenger David Covey in a contentious primary, maintaining his power within the party and emphasizing unity among Texas Republicans.
  • Former President Trump Expresses Interest in Third Term at NRA Convention Amidst Gun Rights Debate and Biden Criticism

    Former President Trump Expresses Interest in Third Term at NRA Convention Amidst Gun Rights Debate and Biden Criticism

    Broke On: Saturday, 18 May 2024 Former President Donald Trump expressed his intent to run for a third term at the 2024 NRA convention in Dallas, criticizing President Biden's gun control efforts and urging members to vote.