A growing body of research is examining how human waste might play a central role in fighting cancer. Though it may sound unconventional, experts say harnessing what is typically discarded could point to a new frontier in medicine.

As Texas House District 98’s seat opens up, two Democratic contenders—Cate Brennan and Aaron Hendley—are vying to replace outgoing Representative Giovanni Capriglione. Dallas News provides a noteworthy editorial on why this race carries weight in Texas politics.