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Kristin Jenn protests in uniform outside of the Texas Capitol March 4 during a demonstration organized by the 50501 Movement. Her signs recognize her service both in the national parks and Air National Guard. Justin Doud/TSTV News

Former Denali park ranger speaks out about federal firings

Justin Doud April 9, 2025

In the shadow of North America’s tallest peak, Kristin Jenn walked to her car after a long shift in what was then Denali National Park and Preserve. The interpretive park ranger for the National Park...

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Attorney General Ken Paxton launches campaign to oust incumbent Sen. John Cornyn

Justin Doud April 8, 2025

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton is running for the U.S. Senate in a bid to oust incumbent Senator John Cornyn and “carry the torch for Trump’s agenda,” he announced on a campaign website launched...

Thousands gather at state capitol to protest Trump administration, Elon Musk

Elijah Carll April 8, 2025

Thousands of Texans gathered at the state capitol Saturday as part of a nationwide wave of “Hands Off” demonstrations, according to a Department of Public Safety official present. The protest was organized...

Protesters hold up signs opposing policies that fund private education during the Save Texas Schools Rally at the Texas Capitol Saturday. Justin Doud/TSTV News

Save Texas Schools Rally draws hundreds protesting vouchers, education policies

Justin Doud April 7, 2025

Hundreds from around the state gathered at the Texas Capitol Saturday to protest legislation relating to public education, including school vouchers. The demonstration, which drew over 600 attendees...

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Patrick’s priorities: what they are and where they stand

Justin Doud March 21, 2025

Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick released the final 15 of his top 40 priority bills for the 89th Legislative Session March 14, the session’s filing deadline. The latest targets of his focus in the Senate include...

PHOTO: 50501 Movement returns to Texas Capitol

PHOTO: 50501 Movement returns to Texas Capitol

Justin Doud March 5, 2025

Protesters marched through the streets of downtown Austin Tuesday as part of the nationwide 50501 Movement's organizing effort to denounce the Trump administration's actions since the president's inauguration....

Demonstrator's gathered at the Texas Capitol before marching through the streets of downtown Austin to protest Project 2025 and the Trump administration. The protest was part of the 50501 Movement’s call for nationwide “No Kings Day” protests on Presidents’ Day. Areebah Bharmal/TSTV News

Hundreds attend ‘No Kings Day’ protests in Texas

Areebah Bharmal and Justin Doud February 24, 2025

By Areebah Bharmal and Justin Doud On Jan. 10, Kristen Jenn received an offer for her dream job. Jenn had worked for two seasons as a national park ranger at what was then Denali National...

Hundreds protest Project 2025 at Texas Capitol

Areebah Bharmal and Justin Doud February 5, 2025

  Hundreds of demonstrators gathered at the Texas Capitol Wednesday and marched through the streets of downtown for the 50501 Movement’s protest against Project 2025. 50501 is a nationwide...

Gov. Abbott greets the spouse of a Texas firefighter following his State of the State address Sunday at Arnold Oil Company. The first responders present were recognized by Abbott for their bravery during the historic Texas panhandle fires and for their work fighting the California fires. Justin Doud/TSTV News

Abbott outlines priorities in State of the State

Justin Doud February 4, 2025

https://youtu.be/RCRvlUzbaDc?si=s_Qs-3TvfIha9NEz Gov. Greg Abbott announced a slew of emergency actions in his annual State of the State address Sunday, including hopes for billions of dollars in...

The rotunda of the Texas capitol illuminated by daylight shining through its windows. Justin Doud/TSTV News

House eliminates minority party chairs

Justin Doud January 30, 2025

The rotunda of the Texas capitol illuminated by daylight shining through its windows. Justin Doud/TSTV News The Texas House of Representatives has eliminated minority party committee chairmanships...

Members of the Knights of Columbus, a Catholic fraternal organization, marches through downtown Austin during the Texas Rally for Life Saturday. Justin Doud/TSTV News

Pro-life rally draws around 3,800 to Capitol

Justin Doud January 26, 2025

https://youtu.be/N4e427bdXi0?si=O4tgC53IUNGfTSEV The above video was produced by Justin Doud and first aired on Good Morning Longhorns on Wednesday, Jan 29. Thousands of people from across Texas marched...

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