An Unwinnable Drug War
Threats to deploy U.S. troops to Mexico ignore an appalling reality that has already been a disaster for both nations.
Charlatans, False Prophets and Flimflammers
A veteran NPR reporter tells all about his misadventures covering religion in America.
The Texas Observer Lives!
After a terrifying near-death experience, we live to muckrake another day.
Aren’t Reporters Supposed to Challenge Authority?
The historic newspaper strike in Fort Worth raises questions about the future of Texas journalism and puts union members through 24 days of hell.
Fight for Change Where You Live
“Our efforts can’t be limited to complaining on our social media accounts.”
The Guardian Angel of Laughlin Drive
He had no home but plenty of love and respect.
Fragile Evidence
Bearing witness to stories about the death penalty in Texas.
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Invisible Scars
For women inside prison, the fight for survival is less physical than psychological.
On the Coronavirus, Loss, and My Mom’s Tacos
My mom’s cooking offered comfort as my dad battled COVID-19.
Battleground Plant
In Deer Park and other chemical corridor communities, the slow seepage of toxics can affect families like mine for generations.