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Shafaq Patel

Shafaq Patel

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Reporter, Axios

Boston, Houston

Biography

Journalism student at Emerson College. Editor-in-Chief of her college paper, the Berkeley Beacon.

Final Covers

Housing politics future of San Francisco homelessness governance

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Anything outside the scope of Pinal County, Arizona

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Total articles 1181

  • "Bathroom Bill 2.0" and beyond: Texas renews legislative attacks on trans rights

    By Shafaq Patel Verified| Axios Houston Verified Illustration: Sarah Grillo/AxiosTexas Republicans are moving to further restrict transgender rights this legislative session, with more than 120 anti-trans bills — the most in the country. Why it matters: Texas has become a testing ground for anti-trans legislation, with this year's bills targeting not just youth, but trans Texans more broadly. The latest: The Senate on Tuesday will hear three anti-trans bills and a resolution for the state to officially recognize only two sexes.

    By Shafaq Patel Verified · Axios Houston

    Apr. 22, 2025

  • Rice University plans major enrollment expansion by 2028

    By Shafaq Patel Verified| Axios Houston Verified

    By Shafaq Patel Verified · Axios Houston

    Apr. 21, 2025

  • Social Calendar: Things to do in Houston from April 21-24

    By Shafaq Patel Verified| Axios Houston Verified ✂️ Collage at Sunshine Art Space at the Scrap and Yap event. 6:30-8:30pm Monday. $5 or bring a snack to share. 🧶 Craft with new friends at Brazos Bookstore. Talk books, make fiber art, and trade yarn skeins at the Stich and Bitch Monday. 6-8pm. Free. 🖌️ Karaoke and paint at Katy Vibes. Karaoke begins at 7pm Wednesday and painting starts at 8pm. $35 covers the canvas, painting supplies and instruction. 😻 Date at a Houston singles party at Axelrad on Wednesday. 6:30-9pm. $40.

    By Shafaq Patel Verified · Axios Houston

    Apr. 21, 2025

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Company Info

Axios

Axios is a digital media company founded in January 2017 by former Politico journalists Jim VandeHei, Mike Allen, and Roy Schwartz. The company delivers concise news coverage across various topics, including politics, business, technology, healthcare, and media. Articles are intentionally kept under 300 words to enhance readability, and the editorial approach focuses on factual reporting without partisan opinion. In addition to news content, Axios offers Axios HQ, a subsidiary that provides AI-powered communication software for organizations. This tool helps businesses create clear updates, track engagement, and streamline communications. Axios generates revenue through advertisements, sponsored newsletters, and enterprise software subscriptions. The company serves over 600 organizations, including startups and Fortune 500 companies, catering to professionals and general audiences seeking efficient news consumption.

Arlington, Virginia, United States

+1 203-915-8341

Founded: 2017