Hyundai recalls 96K Tucson SUVs as dashboards may go blank
Hyundai recalled nearly 100,000 SUVs over concerns that the instrument panel could reboot while the vehicle was being driven.
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Supreme Court rules states can accept mail ballots after Election Day
The Supreme Court on Monday ruled 5-4 that states can accept mail ballots after polls close in federal races, rejecting the Republican National Committee’s (RNC) push to defeat the practice. More than a dozen states deem mail ballots that arrive after Election Day valid, so long ...
Texas board approves Bible texts in public school standards, allows opt-outs
Texas public school students could soon be required to read Bible passages in class under new curriculum standards approved Friday by the State Board of Educati...
Texas education board approves new standards, adds Bible passages to required reading list
The Texas State Board of Education approved sweeping changes Friday to what more than 5 million Texas public school students will learn, adopting redesigned soc...
Question of who pays as Texas school board approves Bible passages in K-12 curriculum
As Texas moves to add more biblical content to public school reading lists and reshape social studies standards, a key question is emerging: Who will pay for th...
Texas cancer survivor surprised with historic World Cup tickets to see DR Congo
A cancer survivor’s unforgettable World Cup surprise proves some of life’s biggest wins happen far beyond the scoreboard.
Texas board approves Bible stories as required reading in public schools
The Texas education board on Friday approved a required reading list for more than 5 million public school students that includes Bible passages, widening conse...
Texas leaders approve Bible stories as required reading in schools
The Texas Board of Education has approved controversial changes to required reading lists for Texas public school students. They now include Bible passages....
Jobs in Texas continue to hit new highs
In May, the state reached a new high at a total of 14,419,200 non-farm jobs, adding 17,800 new positions throughout the month, according to the Texas Workforce Commission....
Rollingwood debates installing city surveillance cameras
The city of Rollingwood is considering installing surveillance cameras on its streets. The city council is wary and citizens are split.
Bible stories are approved as required reading in Texas public schools
DALLAS (AP) — Texas' education board on Friday approved a required reading list for more than 5 million public school students that includes Bible stories, widening conservative efforts to bring Christian teachings into U.S. classrooms. The state-mandated list of assigned reading...
‘Texans don’t like tyrants’: Talarico rallies Democrats ahead of Paxton showdown
Friday night, Democratic Senate nominee James Talarico took the stage at the Texas Democratic convention in Corpus Christi, continuing in the fight to turn Texas blue ahead of the November election. Talarico called on Texans to unite and fight against “billionaire mega-donors.”...
Hinojosa targets Abbott, lays out economic agenda
Democratic gubernatorial nominee Gina Hinojosa used her keynote address at the Texas Democratic Convention on Friday to frame the 2026 election as a battle over affordability, public education and what she called the growing influence of wealthy donors in Texas politics....
Texas education board to vote on social studies standards rewrite
Texas education leaders are nearing a final decision that could reshape what students across the state learn in social studies.The Texas State Board of Educatio...
Hays County approves resolution to fight rabies outbreak
The Hays County Commissioners Court has officially approved a resolution to address the rabies outbreak affecting pets and wildlife in the area.
Elon Musk ordered to give deposition in alleged 'vote buying' election scheme
A federal judge on Thursday ordered Tesla CEO Elon Musk to testify under oath in two cases where he is accused of defrauding voters in swing states before the 2024 general election....
Manor responds to lawsuit brought by local game room vendor
The lawsuit was brought by Amigos Vending and argues that a city ordinance affecting their business overstepped state law.
Judge blocks Trump administration from voting proof of citizenship implementation
A federal judge on Wednesday permanently blocked the Trump administration’s executive order requiring proof of citizenship to vote, ruling in favor of 19 states that filed the lawsuit....
Hays County approves resolution to address rabies outbreak
On Tuesday, the Hays County Commissioners Court approved a resolution aimed at slowing the spread of rabies.
More Bible stories for public schools given initial approval by Texas education board
Texas students may soon attend social studies and reading classes that minimize racial, geographic and cultural diversity while emphasizing the Bible.The major...
Texas State Board of Education continues debate over curriculum changes
The proposal adds instruction on civic engagement, patriotism and Christianity while deemphasizing world history, culture and diversity, and race.
Hays County passes industrial high-water resolution targeting data center impacts
Central Texas residents urging local leaders to take a tougher stance on proposed data centers got a response this week in Hays County, where commissioners appr...
Lockhart ISD approves balanced $96.6 million budget
The Lockhart Independent School District Board of Trustees unanimously approved a balanced budget of approximately $96.6 million for the 2026-27 school year Mon...
Hays County approves resolution to pause review of data centers
Hays County commissioners unanimously approved a resolution Tuesday aimed at addressing concerns over data centers.
NHL exploring Texas expansion opportunities in Houston and Austin, AP source says
NEW YORK (AP) — The NHL is exploring potential expansion to Texas with Houston and Austin among the possibilities, a person with knowledge of the decision told The Associated Press on Tuesday. The league's Board of Governors had their annual post-Stanley Cup Final and pre-draft m...
'Invest east of I-35:' Residents criticize plan for $25M Lady Bird Lake boardwalk project
The mitigation funds for the project were given to the city to offset years of disruption caused by the I-35 expansion project.
Tucker Carlson says he’s no longer supporting the Republican Party: ‘I’m out’
Longtime conservative commentator Tucker Carlson says he won't support the Republican Party ahead of the November midterm elections. Here's what to know....
San Antonio mayor calls for cancelation of Ye concert at Alamodome
The San Antonio show is one of only five tour dates by the rapper formerly known as Kanye West in the United States.
Texas school districts prepare for possible social studies overhaul
Texas public school districts are closely watching the State Board of Education this week as members prepare to vote Friday on proposed new social studies stand...
Education advocates split as state board nears vote on new social studies standards
Education advocates are sharply divided as the Texas State Board of Education prepares to vote on rewritten social studies curriculum standards and a new requir...
City audit petition signatures certified; Initiative could move forward to November ballot
Austinites could get a chance to vote on an amendment that would force regular external audits onto the city of Austin in the upcoming November ballot....
Mocks put Texas' Dailyn Swain in first round; NBA Draft begins Tuesday
Swain, who is foregoing his senior season to enter the draft, is currently mocked by just about every outlet as a first-round selection. The Ringer's J. Kyle Mann thinks Swain is on the cusp of being a lottery pick at No. 15 to the Chicago Bulls. Others aren't quite that high on ...
Texas education board to vote Friday on proposed social studies standards
A high-stakes vote this week could shape what Texas public school students learn in social studies for the next decade, as the State Board of Education consider...
Texas Democrats look to rally behind their ticket, draw national attention at state convention
Texas Democrats will host their state convention in Corpus Christi this week and look to rally the party behind their ticket ahead of what they hope will be a midterm election that turns a cascade of seats blue....
Judge blocks Trump administration’s database to check citizenship, personal information
A federal judge has ruled that a revamped federal tool that state election officials have used in their efforts to identify illegally registered noncitizen voters is unlawful and cannot be used....
Texas Board of Education to consider new social studies curriculum, reading lists this week
The board will to hear public comments throughout the week, giving parents, educators and advocacy groups an opportunity to weigh in before final decisions are made....
Starmer says he'll resign as UK prime minister, roiling British politics yet again
LONDON (AP) — British Prime Minister Keir Starmer said Monday he will resign, forced out by his own party after missteps and mistakes soured voters’ goodwill following a landslide election victory two years ago on a promise of steady leadership and economic growth. Starmer says h...
Starmer says he's resigning as UK prime minister
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced Monday that he will resign, forced out by his own party after missteps and mistakes soured voters’ goodwill for a prime minister who won a landslide election victory two years ago on a promise of steady leadership and economic growth....
Georgetown ISD approves balanced budget with staff pay raises
The Georgetown Independent School District Board of Trustees approved the budget for the 2026-2027 school year. The district managed to balance the budget and i...
Education board to consider adding more Bible stories, change history lessons
Texas students may soon attend social studies and reading classes that minimize racial, geographic and cultural diversity while emphasizing the Bible.
Alan Greenspan, economist, former Federal Reserve chairman, dies at 100
Former chairman of the board of governors of the Federal Reserve System, Alan Greenspan, died on Monday at the age of 100.
Democratic socialists roar back into spotlight with LA, DC races
Democratic socialists are back in the spotlight after notching two high-profile mayoral primary victories in major cities this month.
Austin ISD trustees approve $887M operating budget for next school year
The Austin ISD Board of Trustees approved the district's $887 million operating budget for the 2026-2027 school year late Thursday night after hours of debate.T...
Austin ISD board prepares to vote on budget plan to close its $181M deficit
Austin ISD trustees considered a proposed budget Thursday night aimed at addressing a projected $181 million deficit.
Public Utility Commission of Texas approves new process for big energy users
The Public Utility Commission of Texas (PUCT) approved the Electric Reliability Council of Texas's (ERCOT) new way of assessing requests from large loads to connect with the Texas power grid on Thursday....
America250 is planning its own July 4 concert: Who's playing?
America250, the non-partisan commission tasked with preparing celebrations for the nation’s 250th, has announced several of the musical acts that will be performing at its “America’s Block Party” concert in Los Angeles....
Bartlett earns 'Film Friendly Texas' designation
The city of Bartlett has been designated a Film Friendly Texas Certified Community by the Texas Film Commission (TFC), a program aimed at helping communities attract film, television and other media productions....
