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The Texas House passed Senate Bill 10 on Sunday. It now goes back to the Senate for concurrence before advancing to Gov. Greg Abbott, who is expected to sign it into law.

The House gave its final approval to Senate Bill 11, written by state Sen. Mayes Middleton (R-Galveston), on Friday morning. It passed 88-48.

Cardinal Robert Prevost has been elected pope, the first time an American has led the Roman Catholic Church. Prevost, 69, chose the name Pope Leo XIV.

The pope's death will delay the selection of a new bishop to lead the Diocese of Austin.

Senate Bill 10 passed late Wednesday on a party-line vote. Democrats condemned the measure as unconstitutional and a threat to religious liberty.

Critics say the curriculum overemphasizes Christianity. The board is expected to officially vote on whether to approve the materials later this week.

In the first presidential election since the U.S. Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade, abortion has emerged as a leading issue on many voters' minds as they head to the polls. We talked with two Texas Christians who’ve come to different conclusions.

Supporters say kids need to understand the Bible to understand American literature. But opponents say kids are too young for this type of instruction and the materials could alienate students who aren't Christian.

In the leadup to Election Day, public radio stations across the state are exploring how Texans� religious beliefs affect the way they’re thinking about voting in November � and the greater role of government in general.

Churches around the university have found themselves providing food, medical aid and spiritual support amid pro-Palestinian protests and the police response.