SAN ANTONIO – After a tough loss in last year’s NFL divisional round, the Dallas Cowboys…
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Have a green thumb? Your garden could win you money
If you’re ready to show off your green thumb, the 2023 Spring Grow-A-Thon is looking for…
SeaWorld San Antonio welcomes new seal pup just days before Mother’s Day
SAN ANTONIO – SeaWorld San Antonio says they have a new member of their pinniped family,…
San Antonio ISD students express themselves through art show entries
SAN ANTONIO – San Antonio ISD students have been painting and sketching and are getting ready…
SR 553 Introduced
Recognizing the eighth class of Governor William P. Clements Jr. Scholars.
SR 556 Enrolled
In memory of Lee Brooks Wilson.
SR 554 Enrolled
Recognizing the St. Mary's University School of Law online juris doctor degree program.
SR 551 Enrolled
In memory of Nina Lee Green Sinclair.
SR 549 Enrolled
In memory of Shawn Michael Snider.
SR 548 Enrolled
In memory of Elena Peña Gallego.
SR 546 Introduced
Recognizing May 2023 as Nurses Month.
SR 529 Enrolled
Recognizing May 11, 2023, as World War II Veterans Capitol Day.
SCR 51 Engrossed
Recognizing May 11, 2023, as American Heritage Girls Day.
HB 4443 Senate Committee Report
Relating to the allocation of certain federal money provided under the Cranston-Gonzalez National Affordable Housing Act.
HB 1740 Senate Committee Report
Relating to the issuance of state parklands passports to and a waiver of certain state park…
HB 1712 Senate Committee Report
Relating to the inclusion of a magistrate's name on certain signed orders.
HB 1442 Senate Committee Report
Relating to the prosecution of certain criminal conduct involving a reckless driving exhibition or racing on…
Supreme Court approves forms that help Texans create their own wills
The Supreme Court of Texas has debuted new forms that allow individuals representing themselves to create…
Dallas-based Advocates for Community Transformation to Expand in Fort Worth with grant from Texas Bar Foundation
The Texas Bar Foundation, or TBF, has awarded a $34,485 grant to Dallas-based Advocates for Community…
‘We don’t have enough places’: Texas State Parks to add six new locations in next 15 years
The new spots will be near Boerne, Fort Worth, Presidio, Houston, Del Rio and Port... The new spots will be…
In Houston, a Basquiat and Warhol–Style Collab With a Texas Twist
It took a music producer to bring together grungy Austinite Tim Kerr and Houston sophisticate Robert…
Shania Twain and Kendrick Lamar among headliners at Texas’ hottest music fest of 2023
The 22nd annual Austin City Limits festival lineup is here, and it’s got some gems that…
Paris Texas channel John Wick on new song “BULLET MAN”: Stream
The propulsive single is the latest preview of their upcoming debut album.
SR 560 Introduced
Recognizing the Clark High School girls' basketball team for winning a state championship.
SR 546 Introduced
Recognizing May 2023 as Nurses Month.
SR 506 Introduced
Recognizing Atascosa County law enforcement agencies for their role in stopping an escaped convict and suspected…
SR 562 Introduced
Recognizing Diorene Thomas on the occasion of her 80th birthday.
SR 560 Introduced
Recognizing the Clark High School girls' basketball team for winning a state championship.
HB 2454 Senate Committee Report
Relating to the unlawful acquisition of certain weapons; creating a criminal offense.
SB 2600 House Committee Report
Relating to the creation of the Firefly Municipal Utility District No. 1; granting a limited power…
HR 1742 Introduced
Congratulating the Galveston Park Board of Trustees on its 60th anniversary.
HR 1741 Introduced
Honoring Everardo "Ever" Villarreal for his service as a Hidalgo County commissioner.
SB 2599 House Committee Report
Relating to the creation of the Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 594; granting a limited…
Traders Village San Antonio: A must-visit Texas-sized attraction
This vast open-air market has something for everyone. This vast open-air market has something for everyone.
Don’t mess with this Texas wildflower
Of all the Texas wildflowers, purple verbena plants are one of Neil Sperry's favorites,... Of all…
Another name-brand company has announced it’s moving from California to North Texas
It is unclear how many new jobs the corporate headquarters move will bring, but the company…
SB 2577 House Committee Report
Relating to the creation of the Atascosa County Municipal Utility District No. 2; granting a limited…
SB 1506 House Committee Report
Relating to a seizure management and treatment plan for the care to be provided by a…
SB 887 House Committee Report
Relating to the creation of the Maxwell Municipal Utility District No. 1; granting a limited power…
I’m a Texas girl – I garden in my bikini, men ask if they can ‘be my neighbor’
A TEXAN girl has found a cool way of gardening in the summer heat. A skimpy…
Governor Abbott Names Daniel President Of Red River Authority Of Texas Board Of Directors
Governor Greg Abbott has named Jerry Bob Daniel as president of the Red River Authority of…
Political newcomers Gavito and Rossiter vie for open D7 seat
SAN ANTONIO – A five-way race for an open San Antonio city council seat on the…
4 people wanted on felony warrants arrested following lengthy police standoff on NE Side
SAN ANTONIO – Four people wanted on felony warrants were arrested Thursday afternoon following a lengthy…
Warren High employee on administrative leave amid allegations of inappropriate relationship with student
SAN ANTONIO – Warren High School officials have placed a staff member on administrative leave amid…
Bexar County, San Antonio emergency crews begin to gear up for major weather event ahead
SAN ANTONIO – Bexar County and San Antonio crews are placing barricades in flood-prone areas to…
Behind the Kitchen Door: Thai Restaurant deals with rodent problem
SAN ANTONIO – A supermarket racked up numerous health code violations during a recent inspection resulting…
E5: News from Home
© 2023 Texas Public Radio Real. Reliable. Texas Public Radio. Available On Air Stations Ways To…
Live updates: The Texas border braces for the end of Title 42
Published May 11, 2023 at 11:17 AM CDT At 11 p.m. CST today, Title 42 will end.…
Texas congressman on the end of Title 42 and the need for better border policies
MARY LOUISE KELLY, HOST: Just before midnight Eastern tonight, the nation’s public health emergency for COVID-19…
Texas congressman on the end of Title 42 and the need for better border policies
MARY LOUISE KELLY, HOST: Just before midnight Eastern tonight, the nation’s public health emergency for COVID-19…
Texas congressman on the end of Title 42 and the need for better border policies
MARY LOUISE KELLY, HOST: Just before midnight Eastern tonight, the nation’s public health emergency for COVID-19…
Stabilizing Shorelines with Mangroves
A team member from the Environmental Management Branch at NASA's Kennedy Space Center works to remove…
Scientists Release Hundreds of Endangered Seahorses Back Into the Wild–’Best We’ve Ever Done’
Marine biologists restoring populations of seahorses off Australia’s east coast are ecstatic at the best efforts…
Practicing and Listening to Music Can Slow Cognitive Decline in Healthy Seniors by Producing More Gray Matter
Listening to music or playing an instrument can delay cognitive decline as we age—by producing gray…
Download a Free Native-Plant Garden Plan for Your Specific Region
Native gardening isn’t only beneficial to the animals in your environment, it’s also a lot less…
Solar Farms Erected in Gobi Desert are Set to Power 1.5 Million Chinese Households
Aside from teacups and rice bowls, China doesn’t do anything on a small scale. To wit,…
Central Texas prepares for severe weather this weekend
DRIPPING SPRINGS, Texas (KXAN) – All throughout Central Texas crews are getting ready for severe weather…
Tollway fixes once again face bumpy ride at Texas Capitol
Investigative Summary: This story is part of KXAN’s “TxTag Troubles” investigative project launched May 7, 2023.…
Texas law enforcement entities show support after Cameron police officer killed on duty
CAMERON, Texas (KXAN) — Several Texas law enforcement entities have shown support for the Cameron Police…
Best practices: North Texas tollway’s human-centered approach
Investigative Summary: This story is part of KXAN’s “TxTag Troubles” investigative project launched May 7, 2023.…
Did someone say Texas and Barbecue?
Did someone say Texas and Barbecue? Did someone say Texas and Barbecue?
ACM Awards Week Rocks Texas, Tune In Tonight For Awards
The country music industry is celebrating all week down in Frisco, Texas in preparation for the…
Largest cavern in Texas opens massive new Hidden Wonders tour
You can explore never before toured areas. You can explore never before toured areas.
Grunge Isn’t Dead: Budding Texas Band SAP Hoping to Bring Rock Back to the Forefront
Kurt Cobain swept floors as a janitor at his alma mater. David Bowe was a delivery…
Texas Ranks 17th in Public Transit Analysis
During the COVID-19 pandemic, as businesses shuttered their doors and workers stopped commuting into the office,…
11 Most Charming Cities in Texas
These most charming cities in Texas each have their own unequaled identity, past, and idyllic loveliness,…
Flash flooding danger this weekend for Rio Grande Valley, SA, and the Hill Country
The National Weather Service has issued a Flash Flood Watch from 7 p.m. on Friday to…
HR 1723 Introduced
Commending Mo Jenkins for her service as legislative director in the office of State Representative Abel…
HR 1722 Introduced
Commending Miranda Williams for her service as committee director for the House Committee on Corrections and…
HCR 115 Introduced
Directing the governor of the State of Texas to posthumously award the Texas Legislative Medal of…
Texas’ eastern meadowlark’s song is short but sweet
The eastern meadowlark’s song rolls across Texas prairies and fields with a fluted melody, The eastern…
HB 3290 Enrolled
Relating to the next generation 9-1-1 service fund.
HB 2759 Enrolled
Relating to the establishment of the TexMesonet Hydrometeorology Network and creation of the TexMesonet Advisory Committee.
HB 2460 Enrolled
Relating to a requirement that the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality obtain or develop updated water…
HB 1922 Enrolled
Relating to periodic reauthorization of municipal building permit fees.
HB 1555 Enrolled
Relating to the Upper Guadalupe River Authority, following the recommendations of the Sunset Advisory Commission; altering…
HB 1535 Enrolled
Relating to the San Antonio River Authority, following recommendations of the Sunset Advisory Commission; altering the…
SB 1860 House Committee Report
Relating to the adoption of a climate policy in a municipal charter.
HR 1721 Introduced
In memory of Michelle Therese Adjemian of El Paso.
HR 1720 Introduced
Commending Cabela's El Paso for its contributions to the community.
HR 1719 Introduced
Commemorating the 2023 Texas Crab Festival in Crystal Beach.
HR 1718 Introduced
In memory of John Sims of Tyler.
HB 3290 Enrolled
Relating to the next generation 9-1-1 service fund.
HB 2759 Enrolled
Relating to the establishment of the TexMesonet Hydrometeorology Network and creation of the TexMesonet Advisory Committee.
HB 2460 Enrolled
Relating to a requirement that the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality obtain or develop updated water…
HB 2194 Senate Committee Report
Relating to establishing a "Made in Texas" labeling program.
HB 2121 Senate Committee Report
Relating to the form of a rendition statement or property report used to render property for…
HB 1922 Enrolled
Relating to periodic reauthorization of municipal building permit fees.
HB 1555 Enrolled
Relating to the Upper Guadalupe River Authority, following the recommendations of the Sunset Advisory Commission; altering…
HB 1535 Enrolled
Relating to the San Antonio River Authority, following recommendations of the Sunset Advisory Commission; altering the…
Things to do in East Texas this weekend
The weekend is almost here. If you’re looking for something to do, check out this list…
Things to do in East Texas this weekend
The weekend is almost here. If you’re looking for something to do, check out this list…
SR 549 Introduced
In memory of Shawn Michael Snider.
SR 544 Enrolled
Recognizing Telena Wright on the occasion of her retirement.
SR 543 Enrolled
Recognizing the elder mothers of Gethsemane Missionary Baptist Church on the occasion of Mother's Day.
SR 542 Enrolled
Recognizing May 2023 as Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month.
SR 541 Enrolled
Recognizing Tint-On-Wheels on the occasion of its 25th anniversary.
SR 540 Enrolled
Recognizing Band of the Hills on the occasion of their 25th anniversary.
SR 538 Enrolled
Recognizing Manuel M. Vela for his service to Valley Baptist Health System.
SR 537 Enrolled
In memory of Maria T. Gutierrez.
SR 536 Enrolled
Recognizing Anabell Cardona and the Valley Grande Institute for Academic Studies for receiving an Institutional Catalyst…
SCR 51 Introduced
Recognizing May 11, 2023, as American Heritage Girls Day at the State Capitol.
Juicing It Up In Texas
“When I first moved here, I felt like it was a small town,” Heather Wagner Reed…
Miranda Lambert is ACMs most-nominated artist in history: From small-town Texas upbringing to a career-high
Miranda Lambert could make history again at the 2023 ACMs. Here is a look at her…
HR 1717 Introduced
In memory of Elna Ray Christopher of Austin.
SB 1424 House Committee Report
Relating to the continuation and functions of the State Soil and Water Conservation Board and the…
HR 1716 Introduced
Recognizing May 11, 2023 as World War II Veterans Capitol Day
HB 4918 Engrossed
Relating to the processing, manufacture, and sale of hemp products for smoking.
HB 2401 Engrossed
Relating to certain contracting requirements under the Medicaid managed care delivery model.
HB 854 House Committee Report
Relating to address information contained on reports of political contributions and expenditures made available on the…
Corey Kent is glad Texas, Nashville country are finally merging at the ACMs
With the ACM Awards being held in Texas this year, rising artist Corey Kent is particularly hopeful that the longtime rivalry…
Governor Abbott Announces Over $944,000 In Career Training Grants
Governor Greg Abbott today announced four Jobs and Education for Texans (JET) grant awards for a…
Governor Abbott Announces Second Small Business Summit In Abilene
Governor Greg Abbott today announced the second 2023 Governor's Small Business Summit will be held in…
He Died Helping Build Tesla’s Gigafactory. Tesla Didn’t Tell Local Officials.
Listen to an audio version of this article. It was mid-afternoon on September 28, 2021, when…
LCRA to build new peaker power plant to help support Texas electric grid
LCRA to build new peaker power plant to help support Texas electric grid New facility planned…