Winter Storm Leads to Humanitarian Rescues in Big Bend Sector
The accumulation of snow, high winds and below freezing temperatures have restricted the ability of stations within Big Bend Sector.
Texas Still Blocked From Houston’s School District
The appeals court upheld a temporary injunction that stops Texas from ousting Houston ISD's school board.
Ken Paxton Sues After Austin Bans on-site Dining for New Year’s Weekend
AG Paxton filed a petition for temporary injunction and a temporary restraining order in Travis County District Court targeting orders made by Austin Mayor Steve Adler and Travis County Judge Andy Brown.
Texas' Move to Control Coal Ash Pollution
Texas is close to finalizing a years-long effort to wrangle control of coal ash pollution from the EPA.
AG Paxton Sues City of Austin for Imposing Unlawful Shutdown Orders
The city and county orders violate Gov. Greg Abbott’s Executive Order No. GA-32.
Texans With Disabilities Worry Changes Could Shut Them Out
COVID-19 rules and accommodations are still uncertain in the Capitol, though many people with disabilities don't plan to give testimony in person because of fears of exposure.
Redistricting Process Will Impact Texas Politics
A legal and political fight is sure to commence over who is empowered and whose voice is diluted.
Year in Review: The COVID-19 Pandemic
From the Texas Tribune - Selected columns from 2020 on the coronavirus.
Balancing Texas' Budget
Lawmakers could face a multibillion-dollar budget deficit due to the coronavirus pandemic and its accompanying recession. That will only compound the difficulties of balancing the budget.
Texas Stops Fraudulent "Amazon Store"
The order accuses Christopher Koozekanani of illegally marketing “secured” partnership interests issued by Prime Liquidators.
"Get Parenting Tips" from DFPS
The Texas Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS) is offering a new website filled with free tips and expert advice to help parents navigate the many challenges of child rearing – from pregnancy through the teen years.
Methamphetamine Interception Worth $37 Million at Pharr International Bridge
CBP OFO seized the narcotics, the tractor/trailer and the case remains under investigation by Homeland Security Investigations (HSI).
Year in Review: Texas' 2020 in photos
Photojournalists captured the unforgettable images that defined an epic year in Texas as people grappled with the pandemic, protested police brutality and made their voices heard at the polls.
Congress to Vote on Stimulus Bill
The bill will reinstate supplemental unemployment benefits of $300 per week, and extend eviction protections through the end of January.
Unemployment rises to 8.1% in Texas
The latest unemployment rate will be a crucial data point for the Texas Legislature, which will convene in January.
Texas AG Leads in Lawsuit Against Google
Lawsuit against Google for multiple violations of federal and state laws including anticompetitive conduct, exclusionary practices and deceptive misrepresentations.
New Email Scam is Asking Recipients to Validate TDLR licensees
The email appears to come from TDLR but has a return email address that does not belong to the agency.
Large Scale Cheating at Texas Universities in era of Online Classes
Universities across Texas and nationwide are seeing an increase in online cheating since the start of the pandemic, as students take more virtual courses and test remotely with less supervision.
Texas Leaders Urge State not to cut Funding
Enrollment has fallen as schools and families grapple with pandemic closures and health concerns. Next semester, the declines could start hitting district budgets.
Texans may be Ready for Casinos
Casinos are making a serious run at Texas lawmakers, hoping to open up to five gaming destinations in a state that has resisted them for years. But gaming in Texas hasn’t been expanded in almost three decades.