Texas

Texas mourns 118 lives lost in Hill Country floods, uniting for recovery and resilient infrastructure to prevent future disasters.

Texas enacts laws to boost small businesses with tax breaks, faster filings, and fewer rules, aiming for economic wins amid debates over impacts.

Texas sends 7,000+ troops to manage anti-ICE protests, sparking debate on safety and rights.

Texas grants $2.4M to Gulf Coast schools to train 800+ students for jobs in nursing, engineering, and trades, tackling workforce shortages.

Texas bolsters its power grid with major upgrades and coordination to ensure rapid recovery during hurricane season.

Keith Wall's appointment to Texas One-Call Board signals focus on safer digging and energy innovation.

Texas begins $159M Amarillo hospital to bring mental health care to rural Panhandle by 2027.

Texas ramps up emergency measures as storms bring floods, hail, and tornado risks. Can its response keep pace with intensifying weather extremes?

Texas invests $481M in 42,000 teachers via TIA to boost retention and education. Dive into its impact, challenges, and future prospects.

March 2025 floods hit South Texas hard. FEMA aid helps, but recovery faces obstacles. Dive into the economic, social, and climate challenges ahead.

Texas faces a severe drought hitting 70+ counties, straining farms and water supplies. Discover the crisis, responses, and paths to resilience.

Texas grants $3.08M to Tokyo Electron’s Austin center, fueling jobs and chip innovation.

Texas grants $46.3M to 175 groups, supporting 40,000+ veterans with jobs, housing, and mental health care.

Texas breaks job records in 2025 with a booming economy. Dive into the policies, workforce trends, and debates shaping its growth and future.

UT Austin’s $100M civic school investment fuels debate on educating future leaders.

Texas debates bail reform to detain violent offenders, weighing public safety against due process concerns.

Texas names energy execs to lead economic board, sparking debate on jobs, growth, and green energy.

Texas’s new real estate commissioners tackle consumer trust and housing affordability in a fast-changing market.

Texas marks Small Business Week with reforms and resources to fuel growth, tackling regulatory and workforce hurdles.

Texas pushes bail reform to detain violent offenders, sparking debate over safety, fairness, and judicial discretion.

Texas mobilizes emergency teams for storms, floods, and tornadoes as climate-driven weather events intensify, raising questions about preparedness and costs.

Texas Governor appoints new medical board members, raising questions about healthcare regulation and public trust in a politically charged climate.

Lancaster, Texas, earns Film Friendly status, aiming to boost jobs and local business through media production. But will the economic promise hold?

Texas' tax holiday promotes emergency preparedness as severe weather rises, but can it bridge gaps in access and resilience? Explore the impact and challenges.

Texas launches Regulatory Efficiency Office to cut red tape, boost business, but critics warn of risks to public protections in a heated debate.

Texas Gov. Abbott reappoints three to Red River Authority to tackle water scarcity and infrastructure needs in a drought-prone region.

Texas' economic strength, trade with Mexico, and federal tax cuts take center stage in talks between Governor Abbott and Treasury Secretary Bessent.

Texas faces ongoing drought, impacting farmers and water supplies. State action and conservation efforts aim to mitigate losses and secure resources.

Texas extends border disaster status, sparking debate over state powers and immigration policy as crossings drop and federal enforcement tightens.

Texas requests federal aid for flood-hit South Texas, seeking funds for housing, repairs, and recovery. Technology aids damage assessment, but challenges remain.

Texas leads U.S. job growth with record employment, driven by workforce training and business relocations, but faces housing and infrastructure challenges.

Texas requests SBA disaster loans for Northeast communities hit by tornadoes, aiming to aid recovery. Explore the process, impacts, and challenges of disaster relief.

Texas Gov. Abbott appoints new Coastal Water Authority board members to tackle water management as climate change and population growth strain resources.

Texas approves historic school choice bill, offering parents new options but raising concerns over public school funding and equity. What does it mean for families and educators?

Texas passes $8B education bill, raising teacher pay and student funding, but debates over vouchers and equity persist. Explore the impacts and perspectives.

Texas Gov. Abbott appoints Timmerman, reappoints Patton to Parks and Wildlife Commission, shaping conservation and recreation.

TMEIC's new Texas facility boosts jobs and innovation, highlighting the state's manufacturing growth and global investment appeal.

NVIDIA’s new AI supercomputer plants in Texas promise jobs and growth, but can the state keep up with the demand for skills and supplies? Dive into the impact.

Texas Southern University's new regents bring diverse expertise to tackle funding, leadership, and student success challenges at the historic HBCU.

Lampasas earns Tourism Friendly Texas status, boosting jobs and local pride with its historic charm and Hill Country appeal.

Texas ramps up border security with federal partners, seizing fentanyl and targeting gangs like Tren de Aragua, as communities grapple with smuggling and safety concerns.

Texas and Japan strengthen trade and education ties, eyeing auto manufacturing growth and student exchanges to boost economies.

Texas Governor appoints experts to Sex Offender Treatment Council, aiming to bolster standards and oversight amid evolving treatment challenges.

Texas kicks off 2025 Star of Texas Awards, honoring first responders and citizens injured or killed in duty. Nominations due June 13.

Texas seeks federal aid after storms hit North Texas, assessing damage to unlock SBA loans for recovery. Will it be enough?

Pflugerville earns Tourism Friendly Texas status, boosting jobs and economy with trails, parks, and family fun.

Texas Gov. Abbott appoints experts to Diabetes Council to fight rising cases and costs, aiming to boost education and care access.

Texas invests $1.35M in workforce training, targeting 840+ jobs in high-demand fields like healthcare and tech at Collin College.

Texas Gov. Abbott appoints new members to Diabetes Council, aiming to boost care and education as diabetes rates climb.

Graham, Texas earns Music Friendly status, boosting jobs and tourism with its vibrant scene. How does music shape small-town economies?

Texas Gov. appoints doctors, business leaders to oversee pilot services in Jefferson and Orange Counties.

Marble Falls gains Tourism Friendly Texas status, spotlighting its economic potential and charm as a Hill Country gem for visitors.

Texas Gov. Abbott appoints experts to Risk Management Board, steering state insurance and workers' comp policies amid rising costs and ethical challenges.

Texas Gov. Abbott schedules a special election for Nov. 2025 to fill a vacant congressional seat, raising questions on timing and voter impact.

Texas Gov. Abbott reappoints Bivens and Tanner to oversee state employee charity campaign, raising millions for causes.

Nacogdoches gains Tourism Friendly Texas status, boosting jobs and economy with its rich history and charm. What's next for the oldest town in Texas?

Texas Gov. Abbott appoints new members to the Physician Assistant Board, influencing healthcare regulation and access amid workforce challenges.