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SR 159 Introduced
Recognizing Jacksboro High School cheerleaders for winning a state championship and finishing third in a national…
Discover the 8 Official State Animals of Texas
Texas is home to a diverse population of animals, insects, reptiles, and amphibians. Here are the…
The Texanist: Did the Texas Capitol’s Pink Granite Come From Maine?
A San Antonio man is puzzled by a historical marker he encountered while visiting the Pine…
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…
As Texas booms, local governments — especially in small towns
A cascade of issues including inflation and growing distrust in government aren’t helping local governments hire…
Biden’s census changes could be complicated, but worth it, Texas experts say
Some Texas experts have mixed opinions on the Biden administration’s proposal to change… As President Joe…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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 is setting the pace in sea turtle protection
The recent holidays looked a little different for the Texas State Aquarium in Corpus Christi. Several…
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…
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…
“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,…
My Five Cents….. by Texas State Senator Robert Nichols
Super Bowl LVII is this weekend and, for the first time in history, both starting quarterbacks…
Texas police officers would have to carry liability insurance under proposed law
Democrats in Texas have been calling for new police reforms in the state. Some lawmakers say…
Running Into Fire: The Legacy of Jeff Blackburn
The cofounder of the Innocence Project of Texas set a model for working with state agencies…
Texas is the latest state to attack DEI, targeting hiring
Texas governor Greg Abbott is taking aim at diversity, equity and inclusion practices in hiring. The…
Nexstar Plans Statewide Broadcast of Texas State of the Union
The speech will air at 7 p.m. CT on 16 Nexstar stations serving 14 Texas markets. …
‘Fiduciary Responsibility’: The Two Words at the Center of the ESG Fight in Texas
The table is set for a second wave of legislation taking aim at ESG in the…
Nexstar Plans Statewide Airing of Texas State of the Union
The speech will air at 7:00 p.m. CT on 16 Nexstar television stations serving 14 Texas…
Texas man pleads guilty in El Paso mass shooting
A Texas man pleaded guilty Wednesday to federal charges accusing him of killing nearly two dozen…
Statewide recognition of Dallas Koreatown possible with new Texas House resolution
A new resolution filed in the Texas House on Wednesday seeks to gain statewide recognition of…
US District Court rules in favor of Texas Medical Association over independent dispute resolution process
US District Court Judge Jeremy Kernodle ruled in favor of the Texas Medical Association (TMA) on…
Alabama-Coushatta Tribe of Texas recognized at Capitol Day in Austin
Texas state legislators recognized members of the Alabama-Coushatta Tribe of Texas at the State Capitol on…
Texas Walmart shooting suspect pleads guilty to federal charges
A Texas man pleaded guilty Wednesday to federal charges accusing him of killing nearly two dozen…
Breaking through the public school monopoly
Here’s a scary thought: Imagine if the Texas government operated every grocery store in the state…
This Texas state park may soon be replaced with multimillion-dollar homes
Fairfield Lake State Park, southeast of Dallas-Fort Worth, could turn into a gated community with homes…
HR 125 Introduced
Granting permission for use of the chamber of the Texas House of Representatives by the Texas…
HR 109 Introduced
Recognizing the members of the Washington's Birthday Celebration Association of Laredo.
HR 103 Introduced
Recognizing February 7, 2023, as Justices of the Peace and Constables Day at the State Capitol.
Gov. Greg Abbott tells state agencies to stop considering diversity i…
In a memo written Monday and obtained by The Texas Tribune, Abbott’s chief of staff Gardner…
At least 9 GOP-led state legislatures want to restrict or criminalize drag shows
Lawmakers in Tennessee are advancing a bill that would restrict drag show performances in the state.…
Texas police officers would have to carry liability insurance under proposed law
Democrats in Texas have been calling for new police reforms in the state. Some lawmakers say…
A bill banning Chinese citizens from buying property has some wondering if they’re welcome in Texas
Texas Senate Bill 147, which would bar Chinese citizens from buying property, evokes for critics a…
‘Invasion’ language continues after El Paso Walmart shooting
EL PASO, Texas (AP) — From inside a Texas Walmart in 2019 during one of the…
Student trip to Austin delayed due to weather
A group of faculty and students’ planned trip to Austin has been delayed due to last…
Texas senator wants better mass shooting training for public safety entities
State Sen. Roland Gutierrez wants the Texas Department of Public Safety to create robust mass shooting…
Ban of TikTok on state of Texas devices goes into effect next week
(The Center Square) – A new Texas-wide ban of the social media app TikTok on devices…
Commentary: Ban on foreign ownership of property not the Texas way
A push from state lawmakers to restrict people from China, Iran, Russia or North Korea… At…
SR 125 Introduced
Recognizing Cheryle Gail Fleming for 50 years of service to Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated.
SR 124 Introduced
Recognizing Mary Ann Wallace for 50 years of service to Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated.
SR 123 Introduced
Recognizing Barbara Morgan Punch for 50 years of service to Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated.
SR 122 Introduced
Recognizing Janice Raymond Mitchell for 50 years of service to Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated.
SR 121 Introduced
Recognizing Linda Manuel-Fonteneaux for 50 years of service to Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated.
SR 120 Introduced
Recognizing Lincolnette Lockridge for 50 years of service to Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated.
SR 119 Introduced
Recognizing Oretta B. Johnson for 50 years of service to Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated.
SR 118 Introduced
Recognizing Jacqueline D. Hoyt for 50 years of service to Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated.
SR 117 Introduced
Recognizing Jo Anne Slaughter Brunson for 50 years of service to Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated.
SR 116 Introduced
Recognizing Sharon Denise Bradley for 50 years of service to Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated.
SR 111 Introduced
Recognizing February 20 through February 24, 2023, as Certified Anesthesiologist Assistant Week.
SR 107 Introduced
Recognizing Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists for their role in health care.
HR 158 Introduced
Honoring Elise Fulton Smith for her service as executive director of Jefferson County Habitat for Humanity.
HR 159 Introduced
Honoring Jefferson County for its support of Jefferson County Habitat for Humanity.
Texas State Senator Arrested for Drunk Driving
He was arrested after midnight on Tuesday Feb. 7 and charged with driving while intoxicated in…
SR 143 Enrolled
Recognizing the Endeavors Veteran Wellness Center for improving the lives of disabled veterans.
Gray County Accepts $100,000 Gift From Fed. Government
The Gray County Commissioners Court met for a regularly scheduled meeting on Wednesday February the 1st.…
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott to deliver State of the State address on Feb. 16
Texas Governor Greg Abbott will deliver his State of the State address Thursday, February 16 across…
Weekly 150: Sam Houston
One of the more intriguing individuals from Tennessee history has a more significant impact on Texas…
Texas defense hawks urge Congress away from military funding cuts to
As U.S. House Republicans debate what to cut out of federal spending in their debt ceiling…
City of Amarillo, Alex Fairly file first briefs in appeal of Civic Center lawsuit
AMARILLO, Texas (KAMR/KCIT) — The legal teams for both the city of Amarillo and Amarillo Businessman…
University of Texas at Austin students will hold referendum on “Eyes …
The nonbinding referendum is meant to gauge student opinion on the divisive alma mater but would…
Online Texas Sports Betting Bill Begins Challenging 2023 Journey
An online-only Texas sports betting bill has been filed by legislators, with backing from professional sports…
Politicians in Texas could be using a debt instrument against taxpayers wishes
In November 2020, Amarillo voters rejected a plan to update and expand an aging convention center…
Texas attorney shot by Cheney during 2006 hunting trip dies
Harry Whittington, the man who former Vice President Dick Cheney accidentally shot while they were hunting…
An Out of State Billionaire Donated $53 Million To The Texas Border Wall Project. Who Should Be Funding The Wall? Ash Jurberg
Last Friday, Texas Senate leaders advised they will continue to spend big on border security. Over…
