Some Texas experts have mixed opinions on the Biden administration’s proposal to change… As President Joe…
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No Tax On Crypto Purchases — Texas Goes Big On Digital Assets
A Texas report was released containing exciting and transformative ideas for digital assets. The recommendations are…
Texas public schools expect decreases in student enrollment, raising budgeting questions
Some districts could feel implications, as funding allocation is determined by daily attendance. After 20 years…
Texas Craft Brewers Guild supports the filing of SB 752/HB 2003, which would allow for legal home delivery
Last week, Texas State Senator Pete Flores (SD 24) and State Representative Shelby Slawson (HD 59)…
Southwest volume fell in 2022 but not as much as other regions
Rising interest rates depressed refunding opportunities, but new money issuance rose amid demand for infrastructure to…
Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick lays out his priority bills for session
Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick numbers his priorities for session AUSTIN, Texas — Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick has…
North Texas Performing Arts Repertory Theatre To Debut Tony Award-Winning Musical, EVITA
North Texas Performing Arts (NTPA) Repertory Theatre takes the stage with the powerful historical musical Evita,…
“Goodbye Texas” By Harriette
“Goodbye Texas” by Harriette is Northern Transmissions Song of the Day. The track is off her…
Country star Jason Aldean hits the highway to DFW for only Texas stop on 2023 tour
Country star Jason Aldean’s upcoming “Highway Desperado Tour” will include a stop at Dickies Arena in…
Texas police did not know Las Vegas-area ‘revenge’ stabbing suspect was on house arrest pursuing music career
A woman accused of stabbing her date in a Las Vegas-area hotel room in retaliation for…
Texas Conjunto Music Hall of Fame and Museum gears up for big opening in San Benito
More than 20 years after Rey Avila’s dream, his family is ready to unveil a treasure…
Copa Airlines announces new service to Austin, Texas
Starting July 6, 2023, Copa Airlines will initiate service to and from Austin, the state capital…
Get a Taste of Small-Town Texas at Hound Song Brewing in Columbus
Looking for an easy day-trip from Houston? Hound Song Brewing in Columbus, Texas offers great beers…
Space Station Visits South Padre Island
While the International Space Station orbited over the Gulf of Mexico on Sept. 19, 2022, NASA…
Taylor ISD elementary student throws rock at teacher, staff member restrains student, letter says
TAYLOR, Texas (KXAN) — A “behavior issue” from a student at a Taylor Independent School District…
Gov. Greg Abbott says he supports legislation banning transgender college athletes
In 2021, Texas passed a law barring transgender student athletes from playing on K-12 school sports…
Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick expected to reveal priority bills, including harsh penalties for illegal voting
Each session, the governor, lieutenant governor and House speaker prioritize low-number bills for passage.Each session, the…
Pentagon Reverses Ruling on the Release of Art Made by Guantanamo Bay Detainees
In a rare moment of beauty at Guantánamo Bay, detainees managed to win themselves the rights…
Earth’s newly discovered layer could help scientists predict earthquakes
AUSTIN (KXAN) — A newly confirmed layer of the Earth could give scientists a better understanding…
Sniffer dogs offer hope in waning rescue efforts in Turkey
Days after the Feb. 6 earthquake in Turkey and Syria, hopes of finding people alive is…
In an age of repeated crises, these Texans are creating mutual aid ne…
Community organizations and individuals helped many Texans weather this month’s ice storm. Extreme weather heightens demand…
TCC Board of Trustees to Meet February 16, 2023
Supporting materials for the board meeting will be provided on the Board Meetings page. Once the…
Former Sen. Phil Gramm’s new book says American inequality is a myth
Texas Sen. Phil Gramm returned to Aggieland to discuss how his book exposes the misconceptions of…
Report States Texas A&M University Goes ‘Woke’ in the Name of Diversity
A think tank is sounding the alarm that Texas A&M--traditionally a conservative university--is turning out social…
Researchers create endothelin-1-induced rat model of vascular parkinsonism
Vascular parkinsonism (VP) results from one or more small strokes in the basal ganglia.
Window shop this $4.5 million Dominion estate
SAN ANTONIO – You don’t have to tune into HGTV to take virtual tours of million-dollar…
NASA, Partners Clear Axiom’s Second Private Astronaut Mission Crew
NASA and its international partners have approved the crew for Axiom Space’s second private astronaut mission…
UT Austin students launch company that pays ranchers to offset CO2 emissions
AUSTIN (KXAN) — When Amod Daherkar first arrived on the University of Texas campus, the 19-year-old…
4 new routes announced for Austin airport, including 2 new international destinations
AUSTIN (KXAN) — Four new routes will soon be offered from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport, with two…
National Ranching Heritage Center Opens ‘King Ranch – Legacy in Art’ Exhibit
The opening is set for 3:30 p.m. Feb. 24. The opening is set for 3:30 p.m. Feb.…
Texas Lawsuit Threatens Access to Abortion Pill Nationally
MONDAY, Feb. 13, 2023 (HealthDay News) – Access to medication abortion could be at risk nationwide…
HB 2208 Introduced
Relating to the inclusion of the National Sexual Assault Hotline on certain student identification cards issued…
Weigh in: Which Super Bowl ad dominated? Vote for your favorite commercial of the night
While the Chiefs and Eagles battled it out on the field, there’s always another battle on…
Kerr County Sheriff’s Office deputies arrest man for human smuggling after high-speed vehicle chase
KERRVILLE, Texas – A 33-year-old man has been arrested in Kerrville after he allegedly smuggled two…
Man startled while sleeping in van on city’s West Side accidentally shoots himself
SAN ANTONIO – A man who was startled while sleeping in his van accidentally fired his…
Haley signals a new direction for the GOP’s national ticket
Republican women are poised to play a larger role than ever in the process that chooses…
Today on Texas Standard: What happened during the Southwest Airlines meltdown?
Southwest Airlines’ reputation took a nosedive in December, when it canceled over 15,000 flights and stranded…
Texas Tech Named Prestigious Institute Partner
The university will serve again as an Institute Partner for the Mandela Washington Fellowship for Young…
Texas Border Wall: The Current Status and Plans for Completion Under Governor Abbott Tom Handy
Governor Greg Abbott is planning to spend more time and effort to get the border wall…
Travel: A Look at Palestine, Texas
There’s plenty to taste, experience and enjoy in this quaint town just two hours southeast of…
HCR 45 Introduced
Redesignating the City of Mansfield as the official Pickle Capital of Texas for a 10-year period…
HB 2207 Introduced
Relating to the allocation of certain constitutional transfers of money to the economic stabilization fund, the…
HB 2206 Introduced
Relating to a prohibition of certain social media platforms developed or provided by certain foreign entities.
HB 2205 Introduced
Relating to the designation of a portion of United States Highway 59 in Harris County as…
HB 2204 Introduced
Relating to the eligibility of school bus drivers and cafeteria workers for unemployment compensation benefits.
HB 2203 Introduced
Relating to the management, operation, and contract authority of open-enrollment charter schools.
HB 2202 Introduced
Relating to the financial audit of certain open-enrollment charter schools by the state auditor.
HB 2199 Introduced
Relating to imposing an additional fee for the registration of an electric vehicle.
HB 2197 Introduced
Relating to assistance for tuition and fees at postsecondary educational institutions for certain members of the…
HB 2195 Introduced
Relating to wrong, fictitious, altered, or obscured license plates; increasing a criminal penalty.
Black farmers call for justice from the USDA
This story is part of a multipart series examining the disparate impacts on Black farmers …
Haley faces ‘high-wire act’ in 2024 bid against Trump
CHARLESTON, S.C. (AP) — Few have navigated the turbulent politics of the Trump era like Nikki…
Eagle’s Nest
An American bald eagle occupies a nest near Kennedy Parkway North at NASA's Kennedy Space Center…
‘Gentle Giant’ Cat Has Gotten So Big He Now Measures Over 4-Feet and Gets Mistaken for Dog
A giant cat has gotten so big it is now 4.27 feet long, the average height…
Today is the 30th Anniversary of ‘Groundhog Day’ –The Bill Murray Movie we Should All Play on a Loop (Trailer)
Today marks the 30th anniversary of the movie Groundhog Day. Starring Bill Murrary as a cynical…
Family confirms Georgetown ISD student death caused by fentanyl
GEORGETOWN, Texas (KXAN) — The family of a Georgetown ISD student who died earlier this year…
1 person involved in small plane crash at Lakeway golf course
LAKEWAY, Texas (KXAN) — Austin-Travis County EMS said it responded to a small plane crash Sunday…
Austin church to hold interfaith prayer vigil for victims of earthquake in Turkey and Syria
AUSTIN (KXAN) — A north Austin church is hosting an interfaith prayer vigil Monday night for…
Police: Person shot overnight in east Austin drive-by
AUSTIN (KXAN) — The Austin Police Department said it was investigating after a person was injured…
City of Kyle seeks feedback from residents on 2030 Comprehensive Plan
KYLE, Texas (KXAN) – As a part of the second phase of updating Kyle’s 2030 Comprehensive…
Why Wire One Austin is still pushing for an urban gondola line
AUSTIN (KXAN) — As the City of Austin’s multi-billion-dollar transit overhaul Project Connect celebrates the completion…
Austin ISD to provide update on teacher, staff affordable housing, invites community to join
AUSTIN (KXAN) — The Austin Independent School District will hold a virtual community meeting Monday to…
Austin job campaign aims to fill city vacancies
AUSTIN (KXAN) — The number of job vacancies within Austin city departments remains in the thousands,…
Aches and pains: What’s the difference and when should a doctor decide?
KERA’s Sam Baker gets some answers in today’s Vital Signs from Dr. Salman Bhai, a neurologist…
Dude! Dairy Queen is just different in Texas.
You can only get a Steak Finger Country Basket or a Hungr-Buster at a Texas Dairy…
Do You Know These Texas Band’s Old Names Before They Were Big? I Bet You Don’t.
Not every band or act stick with their original name. Here are some Texas artists who…
Austin City Manager responds as City Council moves to oust him
AUSTIN (KXAN) — Austin city manager Spencer Cronk released a statement Saturday in response to media…
What you need to know about the revamped Texas Medal of Arts
The Texas Medal of Arts returns to Austin on Feb. 22 in snappy, classy ceremony that…
Cedar Park SWAT standoff ends after nearly 13 hours, man taken into custody
CEDAR PARK, Texas (KXAN) — In a press conference just after 5 p.m. Sunday, Cedar Park…
Kansas City is super again: Chiefs beat Philadelphia Eagles 38-35 in 2023 Super Bowl
Chiefs quarterback and NFL MVP Patrick Mahomes led the Chiefs to their third Super Bowl victory…
Over Lake Huron, the U.S. downs a 3rd unidentified object in 3 days
A unidentified object has been shot down by U.S. forces over Michigan’s Lake Huron, according to…
TYLA Director Spotlight: Michael Hanson
Editor’s Note: In this blog series, we are getting to know the members of the Texas…
Texas state police won’t punish more officers over Uvalde
Texas state police say no more of its officers will face discipline over the response to…
Strong reactions to Gov. Abbott’s memo on diversity
His office says hiring should be based on merit. AUSTIN, Texas — More than 50% of…
Sen. Zaffirini addresses fellow state senator’s arrest for DUI
Texas State Sen. Judith Zaffirini (D, D-21) of Laredo addressed the DUI arrest this week… This…
Old Dominion takes down Texas State 70-68
Imo Essien went the length of the floor to score the winning layup as time ran…
Old Dominion takes down Texas State 70-68
Imo Essien went the length of the floor to score the winning layup as time ran…
Special meeting of Bonham ISD Board of Trustees Feb. 15
A Special Meeting of the Board of Trustees of Bonham ISD will be held February 15,…
Driver arrested after crash through fence at Texas Capitol
Authorities say a driver has been arrested after an SUV crashed through a fence at the…
Texas A&M Named Top Fulbright Scholar-Producing Institution Nationally, No. 1 In State
The Fulbright U.S. Scholar Program is the federal government’s flagship international educational exchange program. Texas A&M…
Attorney General Ken Paxton agrees to apologize & pay $3.3 million to whistleblowers in settlement
Attorney General Ken Paxton and four of his former top deputies who said he improperly fired…
Driver arrested after crash through fence at Texas Capitol
Authorities say a Texas woman has been arrested after an SUV crashed through an iron fence…
San Benito opens Texas Conjunto Hall of Fame and Museum
SAN BENITO, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The City of San Benito is hosting a grand opening for…
Texas Conjunto Music Hall of Fame and Museum gears up for big opening in San Benito
SAN BENITO — More than 20 years after Rey Avila’s dream, his family is ready to…
The 16 Best Restaurants And Bars In Texas Hill Country
The Texas Hill Country is as savorous as it is scenic, filled with restaurants, bars, and…
George Faber II to Receive Living Legend Award at Texas Gospel Music Excellence Awards Tour Tyler Texas
Clarence Edmond Shackelford aka “Shabba” and aka “M1Y”, is a publicist, and the founder of Tour…
Cody Canada’s “Lonely Girl” Tops Texas Country Music Charts
his week, Cody Canada and the Departed scored the top spot on the CDX Traction Texas…
Weird West Texas: What’s the story behind Cadillac Ranch?
Cadillac Ranch is one of the country’s most famous roadside attractions, gathering roughly 2 million visitors…
Independent Texas artist overcoming personal obstacles & beating the odds with music Stephy Says
Independent artist, Dekarian Ashley, known as Killa D, is breaking his own records with his music…
LA FIEBRE TO REPLACE RICK TREVINO AT TEXAS BIRTHDAY BASH
There has been a lineup change for the musical entertainment at the Texas Birthday Bash in…
Chit Chat Corner: The Singing Men of East Texas
When in doubt, sing. If you can’t sing, you can always listen to the Singing Men…
Texas Tech turns 100 years old
One hundred years ago, on Feb. 10, 1923, Governor Pat Neff signed the school charter bill,…
Texas Tech turns 100 years old
One hundred years ago, on Feb. 10, 1923, Governor Pat Neff signed the school charter bill,…
Texas A&M Spring Concert Series Kicking off tonight
MSC Town Hall, Texas A&M brings music to the Brazos Valley
Maren Morris Headlines In Hometown Of Arlington, Texas, To Kick Off The American Western Weekend This March
Maren Morris is headlining in Arlington, Texas at The American Contender Tournament Finals as part of…
Austin, Texas’ Parish & My Oh My Bar to Re-Open on Valentine’s Day
Parish & My Oh My bar have announced they will officially reopen their doors on 501…
Golden Triangle Big Band set to make Southeast Texas debut
The one-night-only jazz music event will take place at the Jefferson Theatre in…
Alamo City Arts presents The Heart of Texas Concert Band: A Night at the Movies, Music of John Williams
The Heart of Texas Concert Band will feature the great music written for motion pictures with…
Alamo City Arts presents Heart of Texas Concert Band Composer Showcase: Leroy Anderson
The Heart of Texas Concert Band will continue its tradition of honoring one of the best-known…
Author goes from job in Texas state government to literary career
Now a prize-winning author, Ramona Reeves used to wake at 5 a.m. to write. Before quitting…
Texas man dressed as clown nominates himself for Austin Energy CEO after week of outages: ‘Most qualified’
Entertainer Alex Strenger attended the Austin City Council meeting Feb. 9, 2023, dressed as a clown…
Texas is setting the pace in sea turtle protection
The recent holidays looked a little different for the Texas State Aquarium in Corpus Christi. Several…
The Age: The Jacksons of Double Bayou, Texas
By Marie Hughes, director of the Chambers County Museum at Wallisville The name Jackson in Chambers…
Morgan scores 12, Texas State beats Arkansas State 66-62
Led by Tyler Morgan’s 12 points, the Texas State Bobcats defeated the Arkansas State Red Wolves…
Tomball ISD Director of Fine Arts JD Janda recognized as 2023 Outstanding Music Administrator in Texas by Texas Fine Arts Administrators
Tomball ISD Director of Fine Arts JD Janda was recently recognized at the state level as…
Nihilistic Millennial Angst Headlines the Texas Music Charts
SAN ANGELO, TX — Kaitlin Butts, an up and coming Texas Country crooner, has made her impact…
Texas AG Paxton sues Biden to stop abortion-inducing drug sales
Abortion rights advocates are fearful. AUSTIN, Texas — The lawsuits are piling up against President Joe…
Move by Texas, Oklahoma from Big 12 to SEC advanced to 2024
The two schools were initially expected to spend two more seasons in the Big 12 before…
Texas, Oklahoma will leave Big 12 for Southeastern Conference in 2024, one year earlier than planned
Texas, Oklahoma will leave Big 12 for Southeastern Conference in 2024, one year earlier than planned.…
“Terrifying” appeals court ruling says alleged domestic abusers have …
Advocates for domestic violence victims were stunned by the 5th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals ruling,…
Karuturi named 2023 chair, award recipients recognized at Houston Bar Foundation’s annual luncheon
Monica Karuturi, executive vice president and general counsel to CenterPoint Energy, was named the 2023 chair…
Texas and Oregon cafés reportedly sell out of $150-per-cup coffee: ‘That was fast’
An Australian coffee brand has reportedly sold out of $150 per cup of coffee it made…
Texas Performing Arts & Broadway In Austin Present Disney’s ‘Aladdin’, February 14th-19th, 2023
Disney Theatrical Productions, under the direction of Thomas Schumacher, and Texas Performing Arts present Disney’s “Aladdin,” in…