The first Texas State Veterans Cemetery in 12 years is coming to Lubbock, thanks to a…
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Texas lawmaker wants vote on raise for legislators
Texas lawmakers are among the lowest paid in the nation, but one state lawmaker is trying…
The conservative battle against ‘woke’ banks is backfiring
States and cities are pushing back against conservative efforts to blacklist banks and financial investors that…
City Council demands changes to I-35 plan
Austin City Council wants Interstate 35 to have more crossings and fewer semitrucks, among other changes,…
Supreme Court denies Tyson Foods’ request to hear COVID death cases in federal court
The U.S. Supreme Court denied Tyson Foods’ request the federal courts handle wrongful COVID death suits…
All Work, No Pay
Decades ago, it was common for college students to take on unpaid internships. Over time, however,…
TikTok Is Banking On “Project Texas” to Avoid a U.S. Ban. But What Is It?
The U.S. government has an eye on TikTok. With its $1.5 billion “Project Texas”, TikTok has…
Texas Oil and Gas Producers Want Their Tax Break Back
An effort to resurrect Texas’ Chapter 313 tax abatement is underway in the Legislature. With the…
What Texas editors are saying
Public information Public information The Texas Public Information Act passed in 1973 enabled Texans to shine…
Laredo staple of business community goes regional, takes role at UTSA
Michael Gonzalez, a fixture in the business community for many years in Laredo, has taken… One…
Trevino meets Abbott regarding infrastructure, mental health
Laredo Mayor Dr. Victor Trevino met with Texas Gov. Greg Abbott to discuss issues and… Laredo…
Texas asks a Trump judge to declare most of the federal government unconstitutional
Ordinarily, this lawsuit would be laughed out of court. But you never can tell with Trump’s…
The Benefits of Camping at a State Park in Texas (and How to Do It)
If you are planning a spring break vacation on a budget, this guide can help. Here…
Texas to Spend $100 Billion in Joint Venture on This Latest Project Pete Ski
Commuter pathway into and out of Dallas.Photo byBraden EglionUnsplash. On Friday, Governor Abbott and the Texas…
Proposed Rule for the Minimum Performance Standards for Nursing Facilities that Participate in the STAR+PLUS Program Agenda Texas Health and Human Services
Public Hearing Site: Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) John H. Winters Building Public Hearing…
Sidney Powell avoids disbarment in Texas over election lies after judge throws out the state bar’s case because the exhibits were misnumbered
Sidney Powell, a Trump lawyer who peddled false claims about the 2020 presidential election, avoided disbarment…
WebXtra: Professional trapper discusses East Texas’ feral hog problem
Feral hogs are rarely seen in East Texas, but we often see the aftermath of the…
2023 Legislative Priorities
Legislative priorities for state and federal level resources. 2023 Legislative Priorities – Welcome to the City of…
Summary of Bonham ISD Board of Trustees regular meeting Jan. 23
A Regular Meeting of the Board of Trustees of Bonham ISD was held on January 23,…
Haase’s 26 lead Southern Miss over Texas State 79-69
Led by Felipe Haase’s 26 points, the Southern Miss Golden Eagles defeated the Texas State Bobcats…
NRA-ILA Texas State Rep. Files Bill to Protect Gun Purchase Privacy
As you may have read, gun control advocates successfully pressured activist banks on the International Organization…
Haase’s 26 lead Southern Miss over Texas State 79-69
Led by Felipe Haase’s 26 points, the Southern Miss Golden Eagles defeated the Texas State Bobcats…
As the Texas Legislature gains steam with hundreds of bills, here are answers to 5 reader questions
Readers of the Texas Lege [Simplified] newsletter were asked what’s on their minds as the… Readers…
Texas has a warning for its pension funds: Sever ties with BlackRock
Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar is stepping up his battle against ESG investing, telling state money managers…
One of the Trumpiest Judges in America Thinks Far-Right Texas Officials Are Going Too Far
Trump Judge James Ho fights lonely battle against censorship in Texas. Can the government arrest and…
Horned Frogs in the News, Feb. 1-22
From the cost of goods to the China balloon, advertising Jesus and a Los Angeles mural…
Amarillo responds to Fairly’s appeal claims in Civic Center case
AMARILLO, Texas (KAMR/KCIT) — The city of Amarillo’s legal team is responding to Amarillo Businessman Alex…
Texas Has A Warning For Its Pensions: Sever Ties With BlackRock
Texas is at the forefront of a national movement in GOP-led states to banish what’s known…
Austin City Council demands changes to I-35 plan
Now is the time for everyone to weigh in on TxDOT’s proposal to expand I-35 from…
Austin City Council demands changes to I-35 plan
Austin’s City Council wants Interstate 35 to have more crossings and fewer semitrucks, among other changes,…
A Texas lawmaker wants to use eminent domain to save a state park. Can it be done?
State Rep. Angelia Orr has filed a bill that would lead to a state takeover of…
Texas senator behind bill to ban Chinese property ownership says it may ‘prove even more significant’ after spy balloon
Advocates say this is another example of Asians in the U.S. being scapegoated for the actions…
Big Tech’s California Tax Deals Pit Have-Not Cities Versus Haves
Exit Highway 99 at Mountain View Avenue in California’s Central Valley and drive east past the…
Texas Association of Manufacturers unveils its Top 10 policy priorities
AUSTIN, Texas – The Texas Association of Manufacturers has unveiled its Top 10 policy priorities for…
Texas man to serve prison time for actions during Capitol breach
Garret Miller, 36, incriminated himself on social media. WASHINGTON — A man from Richardson, Texas, is…
Texas Warns Pensions to Cut BlackRock Ties in ESG Crackdown
Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar is stepping up his battle against so-called sustainable investing, telling state money…
State Legislatures Lead the Way on Policy Reform to Protect Personalized Medicine
The American Journal of Managed Care provides insights into the latest news and research in managed…
Many Texas state parks are leased, not owned. Here’s a list of parks you didn’t know are leased.
Texas Parks and Wildlife Department operate many state parks in Texas, but some are… The answer,…
Allegations Against Mayor Proctor Found Baseless
Mayor Rachel Proctor then responded with her own statement regarding the allegations. “I would like to…
Texas bill would ban nearly all gender-affirming care, including for trans adults
Senate Bill 1029 would make it illegal for nearly all trans people in the state to…
Texas Tech, Houston hope for “transformative” $1B endowments in governor’s budget
Gov. Greg Abbott’s budget proposal calls on the Texas legislature to establish new billion-dollar endowments for…
Fort Worth Mayor Mattie Parker returns to Austin stage with Taylor Sheridan in supporting role
AUSTIN – “Hey, ya’ll, how’s it going,” Fort Worth Mayor Mattie Parker beamed as she walked…
Moore’s 22 help South Alabama take down Texas State 76-67
Led by Isaiah Moore’s 22 points, the South Alabama Jaguars defeated the Texas State Bobcats 76-67.…
Moore’s 22 help South Alabama take down Texas State 76-67
Led by Isaiah Moore’s 22 points, the South Alabama Jaguars defeated the Texas State Bobcats 76-67.…
HR 305 Introduced
Recognizing February 22, 2023, as Sheriffs' Association of Texas Day at the State Capitol.
HR 300 Introduced
Recognizing February 22, 2023, as Texas Building Owners and Managers Association Advocacy Day at the State…
SR 194 Introduced
Recognizing February 22, 2023, as Texas Building Owners and Managers Association Advocacy Day.
HR 267 Introduced
Commemorating the 10th annual Central Catholic Gala at Central Catholic High School.
HR 265 Introduced
Recognizing February 22, 2023, as Palmhurst Day at the State Capitol and paying tribute to the…
HR 241 Introduced
Recognizing February 22, 2023, as Dallas Regional Chamber Day at the State Capitol.
SCR 20 Introduced
Granting the legislature permission to adjourn for more than three days during the period beginning on…
HR 270 Introduced
Honoring Karen Kennard of The Children's Assessment Center in Houston for her service in behalf of…
Texas Rangers At 200: Tour The Hall Of Fame And Museum
Can’t get to Waco for the Texas Rangers bicentennial year? We’ve got your online tour of…
Legal strategy behind Texas’ 6-week abortion ban could be applied to library books next
Draft city ordinances would allow people to sue librarians over ‘obscene’ material. In 2021, Texas lawmakers…
Lawmakers determined to legalize fentanyl test strips
And, Gov. Greg Abbott supports it too. AUSTIN, Texas — Lying in front of the Texas…
SR 181 Introduced
Recognizing Pat Yancey for his induction into the Rodeo Hall of Fame at Tarleton State University.
SR 177 Introduced
Welcoming the Texas Association of Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery to the State Capitol.
HR 285 Introduced
Honoring the College of Agriculture and Human Sciences at Prairie View A&M University.
HR 273 Introduced
Recognizing February 21, 2023, as Texas Physician Assistant Day at the State Capitol.
HR 259 Introduced
Honoring the members of the Association of Texas Professional Educators on the occasion of their visit…
HR 262 Introduced
Recognizing February 21, 2023, as Wholesale Beer Distributors of Texas Day at the State Capitol.
HR 250 Introduced
Commending country music artist and native Texan Clay Walker for his contributions to the fight against…
HR 197 Introduced
Congratulating Ellen Forsythe on her retirement from the Texas Veterinary Medical Association.
Power struggles between state and local officials escalate in Texas — and across the nation
Texas is at the center of a nationwide war between state and local authorities. It’s an…
Power struggles between state and local officials escalate in Texas — and across the nation
Texas is at the center of a nationwide war between state and local authorities. It’s an…
Texas AG Paxton defends $3.3M whistleblower settlement before House budget writers
AUSTIN – Attorney General Ken Paxton’s office made its case on Tuesday for state budget writers…
County commissioners boost mental health at schools; hear expansion problems by emergency service districts
Bexar County commissioners on Tuesday approved about $1.5 million in federal COVID-19 relief grants to two…
US-Mexico border: Painful search for missing migrants
Thousands of undocumented migrants cross the US-Mexico border every day, but many get lost in the…
What Happened After a Right-Wing Cabal Took Over Odessa
In the three months since city council elections, at least twenty staffers have resigned, retired, or…
Rep. Landgraf files bill to prohibit bans on gas engines
Post Content “We want the consumer to be able to have the ability and freedom to…
SR 191 Introduced
Recognizing February 21, 2023, as the Association of Texas Professional Educators Day.
SR 197 Introduced
Recognizing the College of Agriculture and Human Sciences at Prairie View A&M University on its contributions…
Polling sites on Texas college campuses would be banned under proposed bill
In the last 10 years, Texas has closed a total of 750 polling locations — the…
5 Things Texas: Q&A w/Jamie Dudensing, TMA lawsuits, Medicaid redeterminations
This edition of “5 Things We’re Watching” in Texas includes coverage of HHSC’s work to prepare…
Prosecutors Stand Down as Criminal Migrants Run Roughshod Across Texas Federation for American Immigration Reform
The Texas Legislature is considering bills authorizing the state attorney general to sue local district attorneys…
🌱 Cedar Park Girls Swim Team Wins State Title + Space Rocket Funding
The quickest way to get caught up on the most important things happening today in Cedar…
Ceaser’s layup lifts Texas State past Coastal Carolina 78-75
Nighael Ceaser gave Texas State the lead with his layup with 20 seconds left and Mason…
Hundreds Die-in at Texas Capitol to Demand Movement on Overdose Crisis
Legalizing fentanyl test strips is only step one, advocates say Veronica and Daniel Kaprosy drove in…
Laredo Shrine Club aids in transporting burned child to Galveston
The Laredo Shrine Club assisted in the transporting of a 20-month-old boy that was burned… This…