The Uvalde community came together Wednesday night to mark one year since the Robb Elementary School…
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Today on Texas Standard: What are the weirdest laws in Texas?
The Texas Legislature will finish its session having made lots of new laws. But there are…
Texas high school delays its graduation, after only a handful met diploma requirements
Students at Marlin High School in Texas were celebrating the end of classes on Wednesday —…
Texas high school delays its graduation, after only a handful met diploma requirements
Students at Marlin High School in Texas were celebrating the end of classes on Wednesday —…
Uvalde massacre prompted a Texas law requiring more training for police
American police see Uvalde as a lesson in what not to do. Trainers say police need…
HB 5407 Enrolled
Relating to the creation of the Blanton Creek Estates Municipal Utility District of Fannin County; granting…
HB 5375 Enrolled
Relating to the creation of the Montgomery County Management District No. 2; providing authority to issue…
NASA to Discuss Science on Next SpaceX Cargo Launch to Space Station
NASA will host a media teleconference at 2 p.m. EDT Tuesday, May 30, to discuss the…
Butterfly Populations Grew by 200% Higher in People’s Gardens than in Other Habitats
Britain’s butterflies are bouncing back thanks in largest part to Britons’ gardens providing a safe haven,…
Dutchman Starts Overnight Sleeper-Train Operation Throughout Europe: A Hostel on Rails
Tonight, Europe will experience a little resurrection—the first privately-run overnight sleeper train service will take passengers…
McCallum grad leaving her mark with Texas rowing
AUSTIN (KXAN) — Kaitlin Knifton grew up around rowing. Her dad, a Texas alum who rowed…
Texas House committee recommends impeachment of Attorney General Ken Paxton
AUSTIN (KXAN) — A Texas House committee voted Thursday afternoon to adopt articles of impeachment against…
HB 2285 Enrolled
Relating to the authority of certain independent school districts to change the terms for members of…
HB 1583 Enrolled
Relating to the election of the board of directors of the Terry Memorial Hospital District.
HB 1577 Enrolled
Relating to changing the eligibility for mandatory supervision of an inmate serving a sentence for or…
Huge 3-legged alligator weighing 1.2K pounds wrangled in Texas neighborhood
A man who was driving home had spotted an 11-foot alligator in his Missouri City, Texas,…
West Texas A&M University string quartet makes Carnegie Hall debut this weekend
The JAMS string quartet won first prize in a competition inviting them to play in New…
HR 1610 Introduced
Congratulating Cameron James Atkins on his graduation from the Abilene Police Academy.
HB 5418 Enrolled
Relating to the powers, duties, operation, administration, and board of directors of the Karis Municipal Management…
HR 1614 Enrolled
Congratulating Juan Navarro Jr. on being honored at the 2022 From the Delta, With Love recognition…
HR 1613 Enrolled
Congratulating Genyva Salas Monjaras on being honored at the 2022 From the Delta, With Love recognition…
HR 1610 Enrolled
Congratulating Cameron James Atkins on his graduation from the Abilene Police Academy.
HB 5418 Enrolled
Relating to the powers, duties, operation, administration, and board of directors of the Karis Municipal Management…
HB 5392 Enrolled
Relating to the creation of the Highland Park Municipal Utility District of Grayson County; granting a…
HB 5315 Enrolled
Relating to the creation of the Montgomery County Municipal Utility District No. 219; granting a limited…
HB 4158 Enrolled
Relating to the determination and reporting of the number of residence homesteads of elderly or disabled…
HB 1506 Enrolled
Relating to the statute of limitations for the offense of abandoning or endangering a child.
Texas lawmakers recommend impeaching Attorney General Ken Paxton after Republican investigation
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton is facing a historic impeachment vote after years of scandal, criminal…
HR 2224 Introduced
Congratulating Dale Craymer on his retirement as president of the Texas Taxpayers and Research Association.
HR 2210 Introduced
Commending Gavin Riley Nicholson for his service as chief of staff in the office of State…
HR 2209 Introduced
Commending Toni Rahchelle Bryant for her service as district director in the office of State Representative…
HR 2224 Enrolled
Congratulating Dale Craymer on his retirement as president of the Texas Taxpayers and Research Association.
HR 2210 Enrolled
Commending Gavin Riley Nicholson for his service as chief of staff in the office of State…
HR 2209 Enrolled
Commending Toni Rahchelle Bryant for her service as district director in the office of State Representative…
HR 2207 Enrolled
Commending Kevin Sean Roberts for his service as a legislative aide in the office of State…
HR 2162 Enrolled
Honoring the staff and electrical utility line workers of Pedernales Electric Cooperative for their efforts during…
HB 4856 Enrolled
Relating to the jurisdiction of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality over certain recharge injection wells.
HB 2920 Enrolled
Relating to the distribution, posting, or provision of information regarding postsecondary education and career opportunities and…
HB 1368 Enrolled
Relating to the designation of a portion of Farm-to-Market Road 1960 in Harris County as the…
NOAA predicts a ‘near-normal’ hurricane season. But that’s not good news
El Niño is coming, which usually means fewer storms. But abnormally warm ocean water makes hurricanes…
Dallas Volunteer Attorney Program hosts free legal clinics in June
The Dallas Volunteer Attorney Program, an initiative of the Dallas Bar Association, Legal Aid of NorthWest…
HR 2207 Introduced
Commending Kevin Sean Roberts for his service as a legislative aide in the office of State…
HR 2163 Introduced
Honoring Pedernales Electric Cooperative on the 85th anniversary of its incorporation.
HR 2162 Introduced
Honoring the staff and electrical utility line workers of Pedernales Electric Cooperative for their efforts during…
HR 1747 Introduced
Extending best wishes to Amanda Villarreal Salvo and her newborn son, Gabriel Sebastian Salvo, as they…
HR 1611 Introduced
Commending the legislative interns of State Representative Carl Sherman for their service during the 88th Legislative…
HR 2163 Enrolled
Honoring Pedernales Electric Cooperative on the 85th anniversary of its incorporation.
HR 1747 Enrolled
Extending best wishes to Amanda Villarreal Salvo and her newborn son, Gabriel Sebastian Salvo, as they…
HR 1611 Enrolled
Commending the legislative interns of State Representative Carl Sherman for their service during the 88th Legislative…
HB 4421 Enrolled
Relating to qualifications for and limitations on awarding the Texas Legislative Medal of Honor.
HB 2416 Enrolled
Relating to creation of the gulf coast protection account to be administered by the General Land…
NOAA predicts a ‘near-normal’ hurricane season. But that’s not good news
El Niño is coming, which usually means fewer storms. But abnormally warm ocean water makes hurricanes…
A cigarette may have caused a fire outside AG Ken Paxton’s office. In a dumpster. A dumpster fire.
The literal dumpster fire erupted hours after a House committee publicly detailed its investigation into Paxton…
Texas Parks and Wildlife approve Fairfield State Park purchase
It was previously closed after being sold to a developer. It was previously closed after being…
HR 2190 Introduced
Congratulating Laila Payne of Carnegie Vanguard High School in Houston on winning a gold medal at…
HR 2190 Enrolled
Congratulating Laila Payne of Carnegie Vanguard High School in Houston on winning a gold medal at…
Uvalde survivor returns to San Antonio hospital to thank staff for their care
Noah Orona, 11, who survived the Robb Elementary School shooting a year ago, returned to Methodist…
207-pound alligator gar caught in Texas breaks local record, appears longer than fisherman
A man from Texas has broken the Lake Corpus Christi record for largest alligator gar. His…
Texas Rangers announce 2023 Charley Pride Fellows
Arlington, Texas— The Texas Rangers Baseball Foundation today announced the five students selected for the Charley…
SB 1659 Enrolled
Relating to the sunset review process and certain governmental entities subject to that process.
Donations support dental care at Texas Tech student clinic
The Carl C. Anderson and Marie Jo Anderson Charitable Foundation has awarded a $10,000 grant to…
SR 656 Enrolled
Recognizing the Greater Granbury Chapter of the Military Officers Association of America and Gold Star Wife…
HR 2341 Introduced
Honoring Byrleen K. Terry for her 49 years of service to the Marlin Chamber of Commerce.
Simply the best: A look back at Tina Turner’s Texas performances
A staple whose multi-decade career led to more than 100 million records sold, 12 Grammy Awards…
HR 2340 Introduced
Suspending the limitations on the conference committee jurisdiction for S.B. No. 30.
HR 2339 Introduced
Suspending the limitations on the conference committee jurisdiction for H.B. No. 1
Texas parks meets Texas music: New album ‘Texas Wild’ celebrates 100 years of state parks
The first single of the album reimagines the classic track “(Hey Baby) Que Pasó.”
Great Night of Music to Help East Texas Church Damaged by Storm
Back on April 5 strong storms in our area caused major damage to a church in…
SB 1188 Enrolled
Relating to receivership of the Agua Special Utility District and requirements for directors of the Agua…
SB 1188 Enrolled
Relating to receivership of the Agua Special Utility District and requirements for directors of the Agua…
Strategic Partnerships Manager Anita Dey
"If I can advocate for all the groups that need equity, I'm glad to do it."…
I’m a city girl who went to a Texas rodeo with bull riding and barrel racing
NEARLY two years ago, I left behind my 500 square-foot apartment in New York City and…
Texas hardcore band WILL TO LIVE return with intense new album “The Therapy Sessions”
Texas metallic hardcore pack Will To Live are making a resounding comeback in 2023 with their…
HR 2338 Introduced
Congratulating Vanessa M. Urteaga of South Grand Prairie High School on her selection as the 2022-2023…
HCR 124 Introduced
Directing the Texas Department of Public Safety to consider opening a Driver License Mega Center in…
Today on Texas Standard: Sen. Roland Gutierrez on Uvalde, one year later
State Sen. Roland Gutierrez represents District 19, which covers large parts of Southwest Texas – including…
Bees, butterflies, and a tree holding up the school: Uvalde’s new elementary is designed with the students in mind
Wednesday will mark one year since students last set foot inside Robb Elementary in Uvalde. Nineteen…
Uvalde – One Year Later
Bri Kirkham / Texas Public Radio Listen Town Square with Ernie Manouse airs at 3 p.m.…
Susan Rice, leaving the administration, talks of what’s possible in a divided nation
Enlarge this image Domestic policy adviser Susan Rice speaks during a news briefing at the White…