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…

Austin creek turns green and it’s not for St. Patrick’s Day

AUSTIN (KXAN) — Dead fish littered the shoreline of Shoal Creek in central Austin, and several…

2,000+ acre industrial park raising concerns from neighbors

SAN MARCOS, Texas (KXAN) – A more than 2,000 acre industrial park in parts of San…

APD: Man accused of stabbing wife in north Austin homicide

AUSTIN (KXAN) — In a news release Wednesday, the Austin Police Department said a man was…

Texas mom suffers quadruple amputation, credits her faith and a little dog for pulling her through

Wyndi Adkins of Blooming Grove, Texas, is a quadruple amputee. She credits her faith in God,…

KSAT 9 at Night: New 9-minute streaming newscast brings you local news weekdays at 9 p.m.

KSAT 12 has launched a live, nine-minute newscast airing weeknights at 9 p.m. on KSAT.com, KSAT…

Woman arrested for retaliation in connection with deadly dog attack released from jail, records show

SAN ANTONIO – Update: A woman who was arrested for retaliation following a brutal dog attack…

7 injured after tree breaks, falls on guests at San Antonio Zoo

SAN ANTONIO – A tree “unexpectedly broke and fell” at the San Antonio Zoo on Wednesday,…

Years of drought forcing farmers to make changes to water crops in Gillespie County

GILLESPIE COUNTY, Texas – Farmers in Gillespie County are dealing with a slow rain start to…

Texas Rent Relief Program portal closing early after applications exceed available funding

SAN ANTONIO – The Texas Rent Relief Program is closing its portal for applications after being…

East Texas swept Texas Gospel Music Excellence Awards in February

Gospel music has been used to soothe one’s soul. To heal when one feels lost. To…

HCR 68 Introduced

Commemorating the 100th anniversary of the discovery of oil at Santa Rita No. 1.

HCR 67 Introduced

In memory of Jafar "Jeff" Rahim Salehi of Midland.

HCR 66 Introduced

Commemorating the 75th anniversary of the Texas Municipal Retirement System.

HCR 35 Introduced

Recognizing February 7, 2023, as Alabama-Coushatta Tribe of Texas Day at the State Capitol.

HCR 25 Introduced

Congratulating Julian Alvarez III on his appointment as senior vice president and director of business development…

HCR 23 Introduced

Honoring Lori Blong on her election as mayor of Midland.

HCR 21 Introduced

Honoring Monsignor Larry J. Droll of St. Ann's Catholic Parish in Midland on the 50th anniversary…

HCR 19 Introduced

Congratulating Don Sparks on receiving the 2022 Top Hand award from the Permian Basin Petroleum Association.

HCR 18 Introduced

Congratulating the Eastland Oil Company of Midland on its centennial.

HCR 17 Introduced

Congratulating Kenneth B. Nolen on his induction into the Petroleum Hall of Fame.

HCR 16 Introduced

Honoring Florence Marie Hall on her posthumous induction into the Petroleum Hall of Fame.

HCR 15 Introduced

Congratulating Don Sparks on his induction into the Petroleum Hall of Fame.

HCR 14 Introduced

Congratulating Edward Runyan on his induction into the Petroleum Hall of Fame.

Southern Living names Texas Hill Country hot spot a top Southern small town

In a win for the Hill Country, Fredericksburg was the only Texas town to make the…

HR 560 Introduced

Recognizing March 15, 2023, as House District 92 Day at the State Capitol.

HR 556 Introduced

Recognizing March 15, 2023, as West Day at the State Capitol.

HR 550 Introduced

Commemorating the 20th anniversary of the No. 1 British Flying Training School Museum as a freestanding…

HR 545 Introduced

Commending the Harlandale Sunshine Pantry for its contributions to the community.

HR 541 Introduced

Commending Mujeres Cycling of San Antonio on its first anniversary.

HR 475 Introduced

Recognizing the city of Palestine.

HR 421 Introduced

Commemorating the dedication of an honorary street sign topper for the late Dr. Walter Bookman, longtime…

HR 353 Introduced

In memory of Charles William Thurman.

East Texas swept Texas Gospel Music Excellence Awards in February

Gospel music has been used to soothe one’s soul. To heal when one feels lost. To…

What is mifepristone, the drug at the heart of the Texas medication abortion lawsuit?

A lawsuit in a federal court in Texas may block access to mifepristone, a drug approved…

‘Haunted’ Texas home filled with caskets and skeletons listed for sale at $125K

A Texas "haunted house," by the name of 13 Vultures Haunted Estate, is up for sale…

There were 100 recalls of children’s products last year — the most since 2013

Nineteen of the recalls were related to the risk of lead poisoning, and 32 recalls were…

Long-used US abortion pill under threat in Texas lawsuit

A conservative judge in Texas has raised questions about an effort to overturn the decades-old approval…

Willie Nelson & more artists coming to Texas — touring at 89 years old for 2023 Outlaw Music Festival

Willie Nelson is going to bless us with a tour, and coming to the Lone Star…

Celebrate Spring Wildflowers in Texas at These Festivals and Trails

From Fredericksbug to Washington-on-the-Brazos, towns across the state host events during blooming season, which lasts until…

Toronto Star: ‘Suddenly, San Antonio is the coolest, most inclusive place in Texas’

A travel story in the Toronto Star  urges visitors to go beyond the Alamo, River Walk…

Bluebonnet displays in full swing in Central Texas

   

Conservative Texas judge weighs challenge to abortion pill

A federal judge is hearing arguments in a high-stakes court case that could threaten access to…

East Texas swept Texas Gospel Music Excellence Awards in February

Gospel music has been used to soothe one’s soul. To heal when one feels lost. To…

HB 4363 Introduced

Relating to the establishment of a scholarship program for aspiring classroom teachers.

HB 4123 Introduced

Relating to the dissemination of criminal history record information by the Department of Public Safety.

I’m a buckle bunny – I love dressing up for a Texas rodeo

A COUNTRY girl with a great fashion sense has shared her love for the Texas rodeo…

Fast & Furious Comes to Life at Texas Motor Speedway on April 15

Gates for the Dallas-Fort Worth FuelFest open to the public from 1 to 8 p.m. on…

East Texas Native Rodney Carrington Brings His Unique Humor And Mildly Offensive Songwriting To Whitney Hall

Rodney Harrington speaks with Audience Magazine ahead of his Friday, March 24, show at the Kentucky…

SR 315 Introduced

Recognizing March 15, 2023, as Minority Business Enterprise Public Policy Day.

SR 314 Introduced

In memory of Mary Martha West.

SR 313 Introduced

Recognizing Cynthia Horn on the occasion of her 100th birthday.

SR 312 Introduced

In memory of Charles J. Hensley.

SR 311 Introduced

In memory of Carolyn Cline Mendoza.

SR 310 Introduced

In memory of Richard Wade Carter.

SR 309 Introduced

Recognizing April 4, 2023, as Texas Association of Neurological Surgeons Day.

SR 307 Introduced

Recognizing Thompson Brewer McLeod for achieving the rank of Eagle Scout.

HB 4660 Introduced

Relating to the use of municipal hotel occupancy tax revenue in certain municipalities.

HB 4659 Introduced

Relating to an interim study of the financing of regional projects and facilities to convert from…

HB 4655 Introduced

Relating to the establishment of the vulnerable adult protection task force.

HB 4650 Introduced

Relating to the procedure for duplicating ballots for automatic counting.

HB 4646 Introduced

Relating to the payment of ad valorem taxes in installments.

HB 4643 Introduced

Relating to regulation of online global marketplaces.

HB 4640 Introduced

Relating to payroll deductions for certain school district employees for membership in a professional organization or…

HB 4631 Introduced

Relating to the creation of the Opportunity High School Diploma pilot program.

HB 4610 Introduced

Relating to the information required to be included in or with a school district ad valorem…

HB 4605 Introduced

Relating to the establishment of the Texas Leadership Scholars Program to serve as a merit-based scholarship…

HB 4604 Introduced

Relating to the waiver of penalties and interest on delinquent ad valorem taxes on the property…

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

SwRI is developing a turbine that runs off of supercritical carbon dioxide, a heated up fluid…

Texas coastal town tops Austin’s favorite spring break destination

It's spring break week for many Austin-area families, and though most Austinites are staying in the…

Texas’ Only Bugatti Dealership, Post Oak Motor Cars Creates An Unparalleled Auto Experience in Houston

Post Oak Motor Cars, home to Texas' only authorized Bentley, Bugatti and Rolls-Royce Motor Cars dealership…

Toronto Star: ‘Suddenly, San Antonio is the coolest, most inclusive place in Texas’

A travel story in the Toronto Star  urges visitors to go beyond the Alamo, River Walk…

Considering race, class and power in Texas Education Agency’s takeover of Houston Independent School District

The Texas Education Agency is seizing control of the largest school district in the state. For…

HB 4688 Introduced

Relating to the personal liability of an elected state officer of a state governmental entity for…

This Central Texas lake-front park is open for the spring break season

Comal Park on the south shore of Canyon Lake will be open to visitors through Oct.…

Texas announces takeover of Houston schools, stirring anger

Texas officials have announced a takeover of Houston’s nearly 200,000-student school district. The decision Wednesday follows…

SR 316 Introduced

Recognizing March 15, 2023, as Texas Small Business Development Center Day.

SR 306 Introduced

Recognizing March 1, 2023, as Uvalde County Day.

HB 4760 Introduced

Relating to the state's ability to exercise eminent domain on private property.

HB 4740 Introduced

Relating to school district grace period policies and the provision of meals to public school students…

How State Regulators Allowed a Fading West Texas Town to Go Over Four Years Without Safe Drinking Water

This story was reported and produced in collaboration with Mitch Borden, a reporter at Marfa Public Radio.…

Today on Texas Standard: Breaking down the saga at the Dallas Zoo

Back in January, a clouded leopard went missing from its enclosure at the…

‘We Were Once a Family’ exposes ills of U.S. child welfare system

The saga of the Hart family murder-suicide slammed the zeitgeist in 2018 with its brutal combination…

State regulators allowed a fading West Texas town to go four years without safe drinking water

This story was reported and produced in collaboration with Mitch Borden, a reporter at Marfa Public Radio. …

West Texas’ blanched lizards celebrated as icons of adaptation

Its bland name is misleading. The common lesser earless lizard — Holbrookia maculata — is indeed…

Need rental assistance? Texas Rent Relief is taking applications for two weeks

The agency has about $96 million remining to help renters catch up on rent and utility…

End of the Adams Era with Ramblin Raiders

In this week's tailgate, our friends from Ramblin Raiders join us to discuss the end of…

Diana Trujillo Sparks Students’ Curiosity

Elementary school students eagerly raise their hands as Diana Trujillo, technical group supervisor for sequence planning…

Finland is Looking for 10 People to Attend Free ‘Masterclass of Happiness’ to Find Their Inner Finn at Beautiful Resort

Countries are always looking for ways to promote their unique culture to attract tourists, and Finland…

Dutch 27-Year-Old Finds 1000-Year-Old Medieval Treasure Using Metal Detector

A young man in The Netherlands recently fulfilled what seemed to be his destiny by finding…

Firefighter Lures Trapped Dog Off the Ice Using Treats–Then Lifts it Up a 10-Foot Wall

Patience, bribery, laughter, and a heck of a bicep muscle were all needed to rescue a…

No One Wants To Buy This 55-Bed Texas Mansion

Can't think why.  Can't think why. 

HR 567 Introduced

Congratulating Audubon Texas on the 100th anniversary of its coastal island management program.

HJR 207 Introduced

Proposing a constitutional amendment to exempt from ad valorem taxation a portion of the market value…

HB 4685 Introduced

Relating to the sale by certain alcoholic beverage permit holders of wine or liquor at a…

HB 4682 Introduced

Relating to an e-cigarette and tobacco use prevention and cessation program established by the Department of…

A new bill might kill the ‘tampon tax’ in Texas

State Rep. Donna Howard authored a proposal this legislative session that would exempt period products —…

SR 316 Introduced

Recognizing March 15, 2023, as Texas Small Business Development Center Day.

HB 4666 Introduced

Relating to tuition and fee exemptions for certain military personnel and their dependents.

HB 4510 Introduced

Relating to annual financial reports submitted by state agencies.