The Texas Democratic congressional delegation, led by U.S. Rep. Joaquin Castro, submitted a letter last week…
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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
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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
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March Madness: No. 2 Texas launches 3-point barrage to beat No. 15 Colgate in 1st round
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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
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Congressman Greg Casar joins Justice Charter supporters to launch Prop A campaign
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Review: Texas band Pozo-Seco Singers gets its due in new documentary
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Jake Worthington On His Texas Upbringing, Debut Album, Collaborating With Country Music Superstars, & More
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Birthplace of Freddy Fender honors legend with Texas State Marker
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Johnson Fitness & Wellness Opens 17 New Stores in Texas
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Birthplace of Freddy Fender honors legend with Texas State Marker
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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.
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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…