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Tell all the Kyles you know: Texas is gathering people of the same name to break a record
SCOTT SIMON, HOST: Kyle Fair in Kyle, Texas – if your name is Kyle, you might…
How to clean when you don’t have the energy
(C) 2023 Texas Public Radio Real. Reliable. Texas Public Radio. Available On Air Stations Therapist KC…
NASA Extends Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope Science Operations
NASA has awarded a contract extension to the Association of Universities for Research in Astronomy Space…
Your Inspiring Weekly Horoscope From Rob Brezsny: A ‘Free Will Astrology’
Our partner Rob Brezsny provides his weekly wisdom to enlighten our thinking and motivate our mood.…
Top 30 Ways Adults Pay Homage to Lost Loved Ones and Keep Their Memory Alive
A new poll has unveiled the top 30 modern ways we remember lost loved ones. The…
Oil Refinery Factory Being Transformed into Green Cultural Park to Showcase Fossil-free Future in China
The Dutch architecture firm MVRDV has won a competition to design the Hangzhou Oil Refinery Factory…
These are the top 20 high schools in Texas
(NEXSTAR) — It may be graduation season for millions of Texas students, but for others, the…
Texas to charge EV owners $400 to register vehicles, $200 every year
(NEXSTAR) — Texas drivers looking to drive cleaner will have to fork out more money to…
Census Bureau: Texas continues to top the charts with fastest-growing cities
AUSTIN (KXAN) — Six of the 15 fastest-growing cities in the United States were in Texas,…
Best BBQ spots in Austin, Central Texas
AUSTIN (KXAN) — The Lone State States is well known for some of its top-notch barbecue…
Texas Sen. John Cornyn previews congressional bill to reform ticket purchasing sites
AUSTIN — Concertgoers and sports fans would see firmer federal regulation of ticket sale and resale…
Texas set to ban puberty blockers, hormone therapy for trans kids
Gov. Greg Abbott said he will sign Senate Bill 14 into law. Legal groups have already…
What’s making us happy: A guide to your weekend listening and viewing
Each week, the guests and hosts on NPR’s Pop Culture Happy Hour share what’s bringing them…
‘Physicianeer’ graduates from Texas A&M, Houston Methodist hope to change health care
The ENMED program, which launched in 2019, will see its first class of 22... The ENMED…
All the epic reasons to visit Six Flags Fiesta Texas this year
What are you waiting for? What are you waiting for?
Texas ranked #1 for worst drivers in the country
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — A new report released by Forbes Advisor shows Texas tops the…
A ban on Texas public universities’ diversity offices inches closer t…
Texas could become the second state in the country after Florida to ban diversity, equity and…
Can You Have A Loud Exhaust In Lufkin, Texas?
Do you think Lufkin is super noisy?
Nevermind Band and Opener Josiah McGraw at BackStory Brewery 5/19/23 – Front Porch News Texas
Tonight, Nevermind band performed with Josiah McGraw opening! 🎤 Josiah is one of the worship…
USA today names the Alamo nation’s best free attraction
USA Today reports San Antonio is home to the nation’s best free attraction following online voting…
HB 3453 Senate Committee Report
Relating to authorizing certain counties to impose a hotel occupancy tax and the applicability and rates…
Don’t be surprised if you’re woken up by some rumbles of thunder in San Antonio Friday night
If it seems like most of our weather has come during the overnight hours this spring,…
Bexar County school district leaders to give blood in honor of Uvalde
SAN ANTONIO – School district leaders from nine San Antonio area school districts will be observing…
30 bands to perform this weekend at 41st Tejano Conjunto Festival
SAN ANTONIO – Preparations were underway early Friday morning for the 41st Tejano Conjunto Festival, which…
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott to give update in Brownsville on state’s response to border crisis
BROWNSVILLE, Texas – Gov. Greg Abbott is giving an update on the state’s response to the…
SAPD releases new photos of ‘person of interest’ in Fiesta Market Square shooting
San Antonio police have released new photos of a “person of interest” in the shooting that…
New park with fields, trails opens in Stone Oak area; Free swimming lessons
Hello and Happy Friday! Believe it or not, the summer is almost here, meaning it’s time…
More states increasingly restrict access to medical care for transgender people
LEILA FADEL, HOST: Access to medical care for transgender people is being restricted in several states…
A West Texas ghost town is on sale for $100,000. What’s the catch?
Lobo is a tiny windswept ghost town in West Texas, some 60 miles northwest of art…
State Legislature Update
Texas will soon become the largest state in the nation to ban gender-affirming care for minors…
Galveston, Texas, faces sea level rise
Galveston, Texas, is experiencing serious sea level rise. How high does a sea wall need to…
Today on Texas Standard: Spurs’ No. 1 draft pick could be a game-changer
This week, the San Antonio Spurs won the No. 1 pick in the upcoming NBA Draft,…
Survey finds increase in first-time Big Bend visitors, with most now staying outside the park
A new report on tourism trends at Big Bend National Park finds that the sprawling Far…
NASA Selects Blue Origin as Second Artemis Lunar Lander Provider
To develop a human landing system for the agency’s Artemis V mission to the Moon, NASA…
NASA Selects Winners, Announces Final Phase of Space Food Challenge
NASA has announced eight winning teams and awarded $750,000 in prizes in the second phase of…
Hubble Peers into a Glistening Star Cluster
The densely packed globular cluster NGC 6325 glistens in this image from the NASA/ESA Hubble Space…
Shark Attack App Uses AI to Forecast and Detect Risk for Swimmers at 89% Accuracy
A sophisticated app generates shark attack “forecasts” using artificial intelligence. The developers are taking advantage of…
3 Children and a Baby Survived for Weeks in Colombian Jungle After Their Plane Crashed
3 children aged 13, 11, and 4, along with an 11-month-old infant, have reportedly been found…
Neglected 80-year-old Antibiotic Reemerges as Highly-Effective Against Resistant Bacteria
A discarded 80-year-old antibiotic may provide protection against multi-drug resistant superbugs, according to a new…
HB 1361 Senate Committee Report
Relating to the designation of liaison officers to assist certain students at public institutions of higher…
HCR 42 Introduced
Designating Winnie as the official Rice Capital of Texas for a 10-year period ending in 2033.
HCR 36 Senate Committee Report
Urging Congress to ensure that the survivors and surviving families of the Sutherland Springs mass shooting…
HCR 12 Introduced
Designating September 22 as Texas Veterans Suicide Prevention Day for a 10-year period ending in 2033.
HCR 4 Introduced
Designating Mineral Wells as the official Wellness Capital of Texas for a 10-year period beginning in…
HB 4539 Enrolled
Relating to qualifications for participation in the moving image industry incentive program.
HB 4333 Enrolled
Relating to the extension of a family violence pretrial diversion pilot program in Bexar County.
HB 4218 Enrolled
Relating to liability related to a duty to retrofit certain rented or leased motor vehicles with…
HB 4141 Enrolled
Relating to a study conducted by the Teacher Retirement System of Texas on the feasibility of…
HB 4051 Enrolled
Relating to the criteria for media production development zone recognition.
HB 3599 Enrolled
Relating to an exemption from certain motor fuel taxes for, and registration fees for motor vehicles…
HB 3223 Enrolled
Relating to the management of a declared state of disaster.
HB 3096 Enrolled
Relating to the date by which the Texas Energy Reliability Council is required to submit to…
HB 2022 Enrolled
Relating to residential construction liability.
HB 587 Enrolled
Relating to the incineration of a United States flag or Texas state flag through the cremation…
HB 4141 Enrolled
Relating to a study conducted by the Teacher Retirement System of Texas on the feasibility of…
HB 4051 Enrolled
Relating to the criteria for media production development zone recognition.
HB 3599 Enrolled
Relating to an exemption from certain motor fuel taxes for, and registration fees for motor vehicles…
HB 3223 Enrolled
Relating to the management of a declared state of disaster.
HB 3096 Enrolled
Relating to the date by which the Texas Energy Reliability Council is required to submit to…
HB 2873 Senate Committee Report
Relating to a strategic plan for improving maternal health, including the consolidation and repeal of certain…
HB 2658 Senate Committee Report
Relating to grounds for the involuntary termination of the parent-child relationship.
HB 2022 Enrolled
Relating to residential construction liability.
HB 1673 Senate Committee Report
Relating to training requirements for staff members of certain assisted living facilities that provide care to…
HB 755 Senate Committee Report
Relating to prior authorization for prescription drug benefits related to the treatment of autoimmune diseases and…
HB 587 Enrolled
Relating to the incineration of a United States flag or Texas state flag through the cremation…
HB 248 Senate Committee Report
Relating to solicitation of patients and other prohibited marketing practices and the establishment of the task…
HB 25 Senate Committee Report
Relating to wholesale importation of prescription drugs in this state; authorizing a fee.
Gun Interactive’s ‘The Texas Chain Saw Massacre’ Soundtrack, Companion Album Now Available on Streaming Services
With the Technical Test for The Texas Chain Saw Massacre just a week away, and to…
New music from Texas singer-songwriter Robert Ellis reflects a new chapter of fatherhood
The Fort Worth-based musician also performs in studio.
The 41st Tejano Conjunto Festival to celebrate the music San Antonio gave life to
The Tejano Conjunto Festival is back to San Antonio’s Rosedale Park starting Friday night.The Tejano Conjunto…
New reports finds US history textbooks widely neglect Latino events, contributions
The analysis by Johns Hopkins and nonprofit UnidosUS evaluated high school U.S. history textbooks to evaluate…
American Airlines pilots approach contract agreement, ending potential strike plans
Allied Pilots Union members voted to authorize a potential strike due to pay and scheduling concerns,…
Enjoy a True Texas Hill Country Summer Escape at Omni Barton Creek
With summer just around the corner, both kids and adults are officially on the countdown to…
HR 2045 Introduced
Granting permission for use of the chamber of the Texas House of Representatives for the Fallen…
HR 2014 Introduced
Honoring Carolyn White-Mosley for her efforts to end teen dating violence.
HR 2003 Introduced
In memory of Richard Preston Ritchie.
HR 1946 Introduced
Honoring Victoria R. Garcia of Harlingen High School for her accomplishments in masonry.
HR 1760 Introduced
Congratulating Angela Burley on her selection as the 2022-2023 Secondary Teacher of the Year for Dallas…
HR 1759 Introduced
Congratulating Shadaria Foster on being named the 2022-2023 Dallas ISD Secondary Principal of the Year.
HR 1718 Introduced
In memory of John Sims of Tyler.
HB 3053 Enrolled
Relating to the municipal disannexation of certain areas annexed during a certain period of time.
HB 2804 Enrolled
Relating to use of the name, image, or likeness of a student athlete participating in an…
HB 1885 Enrolled
Relating to the authority of the Texas Transportation Commission to establish variable speed limits.
HB 1632 Enrolled
Relating to standardized training for election officers.
HB 1440 Enrolled
Relating to the authority to approve change orders for certain municipal contracts.
HB 1290 Enrolled
Relating to the confiscation or misappropriation by a nursing facility of certain federal payments to a…
Texas Again Breaks Three Jobs Records, Leads Nation In Job Creation
Governor Greg Abbott today celebrated the strength of the Texas economy following the release of April…
HR 2108 Introduced
Commending Patricia Newman for her service as legislative director in the office of State Representative Claudia…
HR 2107 Introduced
In memory of Etta Crockett of Houston.
HR 2106 Introduced
Congratulating Brandon W. Barrera on his election as the Kleberg County justice of the peace for…
HR 2045 Enrolled
Granting permission for use of the chamber of the Texas House of Representatives for the Fallen…
HR 2014 Enrolled
Honoring Carolyn White-Mosley for her efforts to end teen dating violence.
HR 2003 Enrolled
In memory of Richard Preston Ritchie.
HR 1946 Enrolled
Honoring Victoria R. Garcia of Harlingen High School for her accomplishments in masonry.
HR 1760 Enrolled
Congratulating Angela Burley on her selection as the 2022-2023 Secondary Teacher of the Year for Dallas…
HR 1759 Enrolled
Congratulating Shadaria Foster on being named the 2022-2023 Dallas ISD Secondary Principal of the Year.
HR 1718 Enrolled
In memory of John Sims of Tyler.
HB 3053 Enrolled
Relating to the municipal disannexation of certain areas annexed during a certain period of time.
HB 2804 Enrolled
Relating to use of the name, image, or likeness of a student athlete participating in an…
HB 1885 Enrolled
Relating to the authority of the Texas Transportation Commission to establish variable speed limits.
HB 1632 Enrolled
Relating to standardized training for election officers.
HB 1440 Enrolled
Relating to the authority to approve change orders for certain municipal contracts.
HB 1290 Enrolled
Relating to the confiscation or misappropriation by a nursing facility of certain federal payments to a…
HR 2040 Introduced
In memory of Clifton J. Cobb Jr. of Houston.
SR 611 Enrolled
Recognizing education foundations for school districts in Texas.
SR 568 Enrolled
Recognizing RIGHT Care Program for its contributions to mental health care.
HR 2105 Introduced
Commending Eric Hale for his service as a policy aide in the office of State Representative…
HR 2104 Introduced
Congratulating Pinthouse in Austin on winning a silver award at the 2023 World Beer Cup competition.
HR 2040 Enrolled
In memory of Clifton J. Cobb Jr. of Houston.
HR 2103 Introduced
In memory of Erica Nicole Patterson Hicks.
Good Samaritans in Texas assist rescue of driver from burning vehicle
FREESTONE COUNTY, Texas (FOX 44) — Freestone County residents helped the Sheriff’s Office and rescue crews…
Texas mother fights for swim school legislation after 3-year-old son drowns
AUSTIN (KXAN) – A bill one Texas mother said is designed to better protect children at…
‘Bright and talented young woman’: Ortralla Mosley honored at Texas Capitol Thursday
AUSTIN (KXAN) — It’s been 20 years since Ortralla Mosley was stabbed to death at Reagan…
Texas guard Tyrese Hunter to return for junior season
AUSTIN (KXAN) — He tested the waters leading up to the NBA Draft, but Tyrese Hunter…
San Antonio postal worker arrested for using elderly woman’s stolen bank cards
SAN ANTONIO – A United States Postal Service worker was arrested Thursday morning after San Antonio…
San Antonio mother of trans teen worries SB14 will lead to more suicides
SAN ANTONIO – Paige Davis makes it perfectly clear that she doesn’t want to speak for…
TABC investigating bar lounge shooting that left 1 dead, 3 injured
SAN ANTONIO – San Antonio police and the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission are investigating a shooting…