About TEXNEWS
Texas' premier digital news platform — delivering trusted, independent journalism from across the Lone Star State since 2015.
Our Mission
TEXNEWS was founded in 2015 with a clear and simple purpose: to provide Texans with the accurate, fair, and thorough journalism they deserve. In an era of shrinking newsrooms and declining local coverage, we believe that a well-informed citizenry is essential to a functioning democracy — especially in a state as large, diverse, and consequential as Texas.
From the Rio Grande Valley to the Panhandle, from the Permian Basin to the Piney Woods, we cover the stories that matter to real Texans. Whether it's a vote in the State Legislature in Austin, a new factory opening in the Permian Basin, or a high school football championship in the Hill Country — TEXNEWS is there.
Our Values
Accuracy First
Every claim we publish is verified. We issue corrections promptly and transparently when we make mistakes.
Independence
TEXNEWS is independently owned and operated. Our editorial decisions are never influenced by advertisers or political interests.
Community First
We serve the people of Texas — all of Texas. We are committed to covering communities that are often overlooked by national media.
Fairness
We present multiple perspectives and give all subjects of our reporting a fair opportunity to respond.
Transparency
We are open about our reporting methods, our sources, and our funding. Readers deserve to know how we work.
Innovation
We embrace new tools and formats to deliver journalism in ways that serve modern readers without sacrificing depth or quality.
Our Team
TEXNEWS is powered by a dedicated team of journalists, editors, and storytellers who are passionate about Texas and committed to public-interest journalism.
Sarah Mitchell
Sarah covers the Texas Legislature and state politics. A UT Austin alumna with 12 years of political reporting experience, she has interviewed three Texas governors.
James Holloway
James leads our business desk, with deep expertise in the Texas energy sector, real estate markets, and the state's innovation economy.
Maria Elena Vasquez
Maria covers arts, food, music, and the rich cultural tapestry of Texas. She is based in San Antonio and contributes stories from across the state.
David Chen
David brings a science background to his coverage of Texas weather, climate, and environmental policy. He is certified by the American Meteorological Society.
Get in Touch
We love hearing from our readers. Whether you have a news tip, a correction, a question, or just want to say hello — we want to hear from you.