Texas Democrats ask U.S. government to prioritize union workplaces for clean energy funds

The Texas Democratic congressional delegation, led by U.S. Rep. Joaquin Castro, submitted a letter last week…

With gun control far from sight, schools redesign for student safety

A metal detector beeped, and Pastor Juli?n Moreno was turned away from his grandson’s school field…

Dateline Rice for March 13, 2023 (Weekend Edition)

NATIONAL/INTERNATIONAL Iran, Saudi Arabia agree to resume ties, with China’s helpKristian Coates Ulrichsen, fellow for the…

NASA Selects 21 New Learning Projects to Engage Students in STEM

NASA is awarding more than $3.8 million to 21 museums, science centers, and other informal education…

NASA Awardees to Develop Sustainable Aviation Composite Tech

NASA has issued $50 million in awards to 14 organizations to develop manufacturing processes and advanced…

NASA Awards Advance 3D Printing, Quantum Tech for Climate Research

New technology is a key to helping NASA advance its long-term exploration goals for the benefit…

Sunrise Over the Pacific

An orbital sunrise reveals cloud tops above the Pacific Ocean northeast of New Zealand as the…

Venus’ Volcano

Maat Mons, a volcano on Venus that has shown signs of a recent eruption, is in…

Stranded in Snow With No Reception He Tied His iPhone to a Drone to Get Above Trees to Send SOS Text

An experienced mountain-going photographer got stuck in a snowdrift while trying to rescue another stranded vehicle…

Refrigerator-Sized Data Center Transfers Its Heat to English Swimming Pool, Saving Thousands in Energy Costs

A refrigerator-sized data center is being used as an innovative solution to pool heating, saving thousands…

MIND and Mediterranean Diets are Associated with Fewer Alzheimer’s Plaques and Tangles

Eating leafy greens, nuts, and fish, among other food items typical of the Mediterranean Diet, was…

Strangers Who Set Off to Travel World in Double Decker Bus Reunite 50 Years Later: ‘The bus was the hero’

A group of friends who took a London double-decker bus 40,000 miles around the Americas have…

Evidence of Cheese-Making to Circumvent Lactose Intolerance 6,000 Years Ago Found in Poland

Analysis of neolithic pottery shards shows that in Northern Europe, where poor soils and low sunlight…

New Yellowstone Spin-off Series Dramatizes Life of Historic Black U.S. Marshall Bass Reeves in the Wild West

The popular television drama Yellowstone is producing a spinoff season to dramatize one of the most legendary figures…

Narcan vending machine installed near downtown Austin

AUSTIN (KXAN) — The N.I.C.E. Project (Narcan in Case of Emergency) revealed a new Narcan vending…

APA! asks for help caring for 2 dogs with gunshot wounds

AUSTIN (KXAN) — Austin Pets Alive! asked for help Thursday with two dogs who were shot.…

Burnet County judge suspended without pay following indictment

Editor’s note: The video above is a story previously reported on by KXAN. BURNET, Texas (KXAN)…

Buy a piece of Austin history at Nau’s estate sale

AUSTIN (KXAN) — An estate sale will be held starting Friday through Sunday at Nau’s Enfield…

Accumulating snow possible Saturday morning in the Hill Country

AUSTIN (KXAN) — A late-season cold snap blows into central Texas on the heels of strong…

March Madness: No. 2 Texas launches 3-point barrage to beat No. 15 Colgate in 1st round

DES MOINES, Iowa (KXAN) — The Texas Longhorns beat the Colgate Raiders at their own game.…

Operation Burnout: 17 more charged in February ‘street takeover’ investigation

AUSTIN (KXAN) — Officials held a conference Thursday to provide an update on the Austin “street…

LIVE BLOG: Severe storms move through Central Texas; SXSW music shows canceled due to weather

AUSTIN (KXAN) — Strong to severe thunderstorms are moving though Central Texas Thursday evening, which at…

Child injured by tree limb at San Antonio Zoo remains in critical condition

A spokesperson with University Health confirmed six other individuals injured during Wednesday’s incident have been discharged…

Congressman Greg Casar joins Justice Charter supporters to launch Prop A campaign

The event brought together local labor, immigration, and abortion advocates as well as Casar, Democratic politician…

Review: Texas band Pozo-Seco Singers gets its due in new documentary

‘Nobody Famous’ reflects on the checkered career of the group that included country singer Don Williams.…

Jake Worthington On His Texas Upbringing, Debut Album, Collaborating With Country Music Superstars, & More

Worthington’s 13-track album arrives on April 7.    

Here are the new projects in North Texas (March 16)

Here’s a look at the latest new projects registered in North Texas with the Texas Department…

Cultural Center “Our Texas” presents The Homegrown New Music Ensemble

The Homegrown New Music Ensemble is a group of musicians dedicated to creative placemaking and community…

Country star Jon Wolfe to headline Great Texas Balloon Race

Oklahoma native Jon Wolfe, the voice of 14 No. 1 singles, will be the featured musical…

Man convicted of murder in northeast Austin shooting

AUSTIN (KXAN) — A 31-year-old man was convicted of murder and sentenced to 25 years in…

Flying cars in Japan; Austin-based company takes flight overseas

AUSTIN (KXAN) – The future of flying cars is closer now than ever before. Austin-based LIFT…

Freezes in Austin: When do we typically see the last of the year, and what’s the latest on record?

AUSTIN (KXAN) — Get ready, Central Texas! A late-season cold snap is coming soon, bringing with…

Texas panel debates transgender health care ban for minors

AUSTIN — A committee of the Texas Senate on Thursday is debating a bill to ban…

Pat Green, one of Texas country’s modern-era founding fathers, plays the Vilar

About 25 years ago, Pat Green paved his musical path on his own terms, and he…

Country star Jon Wolfe to headline Great Texas Balloon Race

Oklahoma native Jon Wolfe, the voice of 14 No. 1 singles, will be the featured musical…

Army investigating soldier’s death at Texas military post

The U.S. military is investigating the death of a soldier at a Texas Army post that…

Birthplace of Freddy Fender honors legend with Texas State Marker

The late South Texas music legend Freddy Fender will be honored with an official Texas…    

Why health care is still hard to access in rural towns near Texas’ bigger cities

Bigger cities like Lubbock can unintentionally suck health care resources and...  Bigger cities like Lubbock can…

Birthplace of Freddy Fender honors legend with Texas State Marker

The late South Texas music legend Freddy Fender will be honored with an official Texas…    

West Texas Symphony to perform in downtown Odessa

The Odessa American is the leading source of local news, information, entertainment and sports for the…

City forester works to make San Antonio shadier, healthier place to live

Michael Holinsky oversees the planting and maintenance of trees in city spaces.Michael Holinsky oversees the planting…

Crossroads of Texas Film and Music Festival: films, food and live music

The Crossroads of Texas Film and Music Festival invites film and music lovers to celebrate Texas-made…

NCAA Women’s tournament includes overshadowed Baylor and UT Austin

The Lone Star State has representation in the field, but it’s South Carolina, Iowa, and UConn…

Why health care is still hard to access in rural towns near Texas’ bigger cities

Bigger cities like Lubbock can unintentionally suck health care resources and professionals from smaller towns, creating…

Johnson Fitness & Wellness Opens 17 New Stores in Texas

Club Industry was not involved in the creation of this content.  Latest expansion serves Texas home…

Chris Stapleton adding more stops in Texas, including one in San Antonio

   

Birthplace of Freddy Fender honors legend with Texas State Marker

The late South Texas music legend Freddy Fender will be honored with an official Texas…    

TEXAS Outdoor Musical announces 2023 Artistic Team

CANYON, Texas (KAMR/KCIT) — Officials with the TEXAS Outdoor Musical announced new additions of the cast…

Salata to Celebrate Grand Opening in Euless, Texas

Salata, a built-to-order salad kitchen, will celebrate the grand opening of its newest location in Euless…

Chris Stapleton adds 2 Texas stops to his all-American tour this fall

As if the fact that the upcoming CMT awards are coming to Texas were not exciting…

HR 55 Introduced

Honoring Officer Dana Thomasson of the La Marque Police Department for assisting in the safe return…

HR 54 Introduced

Congratulating Bridgett Wilson of Terrell High School on becoming the youngest credentialed member of the American…

HR 53 Introduced

Congratulating Ja'Naria Jackson of Terrell High School on winning two gold medals at the 2022 UIL…

HR 52 Introduced

Congratulating Dr. Jerry King on his retirement as president of Trinity Valley Community College.

HR 51 Introduced

Commending Kaufman police officer Adam Wall on his receipt of a Meritorious Service Award.

HR 50 Introduced

Commemorating the 150th anniversary of Rockwall County.

HR 46 Introduced

Congratulating Gina Spagnola on her election to the Texas Chamber of Commerce Executives Board.

HR 42 Introduced

Congratulating Dr. Gilberto Garcia Jr. on becoming the new owner of Glenn Family Dental Clinic in…

HR 40 Introduced

Recognizing January 31, 2023, as Rowlett Day at the State Capitol.

HR 36 Introduced

Congratulating the Duncanville High School football team on winning the 2022 UIL 6A Division 1 state…

Thieves break into North Side car lot office, break out with stolen truck

SAN ANTONIO – Robert Barrow has had a lot of losses lately when it comes to…

San Antonio man pleads guilty to giving woman fentanyl that exceeded 24 times a fatal dose

SAN ANTONIO – A San Antonio man has pleaded guilty to giving a woman fentanyl and…

Chris Stapleton bringing All-American Road Show to San Antonio this fall

SAN ANTONIO – Country music superstar Chris Stapleton is coming to San Antonio this fall. The…

The Great Texas Balloon Race returns with a star-studded country music lineup

The Great Texas Balloon Race is back this June with more hot air balloon flights to…

SR 308 Introduced

Recognizing March 16, 2023 as Hill County Day.

HR 34 Introduced

Commemorating the 150th anniversary of the Rockwall County Sheriff's Office.

HR 33 Introduced

Congratulating Muleshoe High School on its selection as a 2022 National Blue Ribbon School.

HR 29 Introduced

Recognizing February 2, 2023, as Texas Federation of Republican Women Day.

HR 25 Introduced

Commemorating the 2023 Syndicate Smokedown barbecue competition hosted by the Fort Worth Stock Show Syndicate.

HR 23 Introduced

Congratulating Corbin Heinchon and Brittany Fucik Heinchon on their first wedding anniversary.

HR 20 Introduced

Congratulating the DeSoto High School football team on winning the 2022 UIL 6A Division 2 state…

HR 18 Introduced

Recognizing March 15, 2023, as Texas Small Business Development Center Day at the State Capitol.

HR 12 Introduced

Congratulating Latin teacher Ann Price Ouzts on her retirement from the Irving Independent School District.

HR 11 Introduced

Congratulating Shelley Jeoffroy of Otis Brown Elementary School in Irving ISD on being named the 2023…

HR 6 Introduced

Congratulating the Houston Astros on winning the 2022 World Series.

No One Wants to Buy This 55-Bed Texas Mansion

Can't think why.  Can't think why. 

HB 5032 Introduced

Relating to a credit against the ad valorem taxes imposed on property owned by a person…

HB 5025 Introduced

Relating to the Hays Trinity Groundwater Conservation District; authorizing a fee.

HB 5012 Introduced

Relating to the authority of certain municipalities to receive certain tax revenue derived from a hotel…

7 Texas teams are in NCAA Men’s tournament, which may see a Longhorns-Aggies faceoff

UT Austin has a chance to finish on top but keep an eye on Baylor.UT Austin…

Cboe to Host Global Risk Management Conference, October 17-20 in Austin, Texas

/PRNewswire/ -- Cboe Global Markets, Inc. (Cboe: CBOE), a leading provider of global market infrastructure and…

HB 5194 Introduced

Relating to the authority of a municipality or county to impose a fee related to building,…

HB 5188 Introduced

Relating to the requirements for the purchase of ammunition; creating an offense.

HB 5185 Introduced

Relating to liability insurance for firearm ownership.

HB 5181 Introduced

Relating to a standard and set of indicators in the academic accountability system.

HB 5008 Introduced

Relating to conduct of and complaints against current and former judges.

HB 5003 Introduced

Relating to preserving religious liberty from nativist jurisprudence.

HB 5000 Introduced

Relating to licensing and regulation of certain child-care facilities; providing penalties.

HB 4998 Introduced

Relating to the creation of a mental health jail diversion pilot program in Bexar County.

HB 4995 Introduced

Relating to the authority of a municipality, county, or property owners' association to prohibit or regulate…

HB 4969 Introduced

Relating to a parent-directed supplemental services and instructional materials program for public school students; establishing an…

HB 4966 Introduced

Relating to law enforcement agency personnel records and standards of hiring and separating peace officers.

HB 4957 Introduced

Relating to the regulation by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality of the discharge of preproduction…

HB 4951 Introduced

Relating to the Medicare Primacy Coordination Audit and Assistance Program to assist eligible individuals in obtaining…

HB 4949 Introduced

Relating to a period of prayer and Bible reading in public schools.

HB 4848 Introduced

Relating to the authority of certain municipalities to receive certain tax revenue derived from a hotel…

HB 4808 Introduced

Relating to the issuance of certain anticipation notes and certificates of obligation.

5 Texas Beaches to Visit This Spring Break

There are many incredible Texas beaches perfect for spring break travel. Here's a quick...  There are…

HB 624 House Committee Report

Relating to emergency medical transport by fire fighters of certain patients.

HB 218 House Committee Report

Relating to the criminal and licensing consequences of certain offenses relating to the possession of marihuana,…

HB 188 House Committee Report

Relating to certain sentencing procedures in a capital case.

HB 49 House Committee Report

Relating to public access to certain hospital investigation information and materials.

San Antonio’s renovated Central Library will reopen on April 1

For three years, the enchilada red downtown library has been mostly closed and shrouded because of…

Why health care is still hard to access in rural towns near Texas’ bigger cities

Bigger cities like Lubbock can unintentionally suck health care resources and professionals from smaller towns, creating…

Why health care is still hard to access in rural towns near Texas’ bi…

Bigger cities like Lubbock can unintentionally suck health care resources and professionals from smaller towns, creating…

Country star Jon Wolfe to headline Great Texas Balloon Race

Oklahoma native Jon Wolfe, the voice of 14 No. 1 singles, will be the featured musical…

Randy Rogers discusses career sustainability, Texas’ resurgence in country’s mainstream

The 44-year old San Marcos, Texas native discusses two decades of acclaim, plus the uniqueness of…

Governor Abbott Appoints Fonseca To 476th District Court

Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Ysmael D. Fonseca, Jr. to the 476th Judicial District Court in…

Governor Abbott Appoints Four To One-Call Board Of Texas

Governor Greg Abbott has reappointed Sandy Galvan, Joe Canales, and Roberto De Leon and appointed Derek…

Governor Abbott Spotlights Economic Growth Agenda In Fort Worth

Governor Greg Abbott today outlined his priorities for the 88th Legislative Session that will maintain Texas'…

Governor Abbott Announces Support For Texas CHIPS Act

Governor Greg Abbott today announced his support for the proposed Texas CHIPS Act legislation at a…

Federal judge in Texas hears case that could force a major abortion pill off market

Updated March 15, 2023 at 7:39 PM ET Was the FDA wrong to approve a drug…

TPR : The Public’s Radio : TPR

We aren’t just Public Radio, we are The Public’s Radio. Hear us on WNPN 89.3FM across…

Is Elon Musk the perfect Texan or the Anti-Texan?

The world’s richest person, Elon Musk, is hanging his newly acquired cowboy hat in Texas. Musk…

Steam turbines will be things of the past, Southwest Research Institute engineer says

Engineers at Southwest Research Institute are trying to make steam — the substance that has powered…

The Biden administration demands that TikTok be sold, or risk a nationwide ban

The Biden administration is demanding that Chinese-owned TikTok be sold, or the popular video app could…

The Biden administration demands that TikTok be sold, or risk a nationwide ban

Enlarge this image The Biden administration is demanding that TikTok be sold away from Beijing-based ByteDance,…

Texas Rent Relief application portal closing early with more than 70K submissions

AUSTIN (KXAN) — The Texas Rent Relief (TRR) application portal will close on Thursday after thousands…

Second gentleman decries abortion policies in Texas: ‘It’s totally unacceptable’

AUSTIN (KXAN) – Second gentleman Douglas Emhoff spoke Wednesday at South by Southwest about equal rights,…

EMS: Overdoses down in Austin this spring compared to last year

AUSTIN (KXAN) — Overdoses typically spike in the spring, but Austin-Travis County EMS (ATCEMS) said that’s…