Abbott directs investigation on Mission Regional Medical Center for alleged 'birth packages'
Gov. Greg Abbott on Tuesday directed the Texas Health and Human Services Commission to launch an investigation of the Mission Regional Medical Center
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Past and present teachers are charged with improving student outcomes in Texas
Governor Greg Abbott is launching a commission on education reform. The teacher-driven group is charged with finding ways to improve student outcomes. Governor...
Ken Paxton vowed to crack down on 'illegal voting.' He may have violated Texas election law.
Two weeks before this year’s primary elections, Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton announced the creation of a tip line for the public to report people or groups suspected of voter fraud....
Obamacare rolls shrank dramatically in many states over the past year: Data
Health insurance costs have been rising across ACA and other health insurance programs at a time when voters in the approaching November elections say affordability is among their top concerns....
Texas launches Classroom Commission to shape future of public education in the state
Texas launched a teacher-driven Classroom Commission Tuesday, a new initiative to shape the future of public education in the state, Gov. Greg Abbott announced in a press release....
Family marks 20 years since Roxanne Paltauf's disappearance with Austin billboard
More than two decades ago, Roxanne Paltauf's family gathered at an Austin roller rink to celebrate the teenager's birthday. This week, as the family marks 20 years since her disappearance, they plan to gather and skate together once again....
Why Texas football's expectations warrant five Walter Camp Preseason All-Americans
With five All-American selections or none, expectations are high for Texas in 2026. The Longhorns' five selections to the 2026 Walter Camp Preseason FBS All-America Teams were the most for any program in the country....
Cruz would get ‘100%’ of votes if nominated to Supreme Court, Trump says
President Donald Trump lauded Texas Sen. Ted Cruz during an Oval Office news conference Monday.
US moves to eliminate long-time radiation safety principle for nuclear power
The Nuclear Regulatory Commission is proposing to eliminate the requirement for nuclear plants to ensure radiation exposure is "as low as is reasonably achievable."...
Comptroller shakeup comes amid general election race, school voucher rollout
Gov. Greg Abbott announced on Thursday former State Sen. Don Huffines will fill the role set to be vacated by acting Comptroller Kelly Hancock at the end of Jul...
2,600-acre Dog’s Head plan: Austin commission urges delay of TIRZ vote until 2027
The Austin Environmental Commission is urging City Council to delay a key vote tied to the proposed Dog’s Head development, recommending additional environmenta...
State senator plans to challenge San Marcos' data center ban, says city lacks legal authority
Less than a month after San Marcos became the first city in Texas to ban data centers citywide, one state lawmaker says he plans to challenge the ordinance, arguing the city does not have the legal authority to enact it....
Texans awaits new Secretary of State before November midterms
The state's chief election officer, Secretary of State Jane Nelson, is scheduled to step down from her role in two weeks, just months before a high-stakes midterm election in November....
New Braunfels short-term rental ordinance upheld by federal appeals court
A federal appeals court has upheld a New Braunfels ordinance regulating short-term rentals within its residential areas.
Comptroller candidate Don Huffines appointed to role ahead of November election
Republican Gov. Greg Abbott appointed Don Huffines as the new Comptroller, effective August 1, after Kelly Hancock resigned, and Huffines will face State Sen. Sarah Eckhardt in the November election to determine who will control the state's finances for the next four years....
Pet election aims to demystify voting, teach new voters how the process works
The Wednesday event, which was held at the Manor Community Center, was one of several "Paws to the Polls" mock elections planned ahead of the November election as Get Out The Vote efforts....
Photo of the Month poll: Vote for the best viewer photo of June
We want to showcase some of the amazing photos we receive. Help us choose the best KXAN viewer photo of June 2026!
Five Longhorns named to 2026 Walter Camp Preseason FBS All-America Teams
Texas' five preseason selections to the Walter Camp Preseason FBS All-America Teams lead the nation, headlined by Arch Manning.
Hays CISD approves 2026-27 budget with $12M in cuts
The Hays CISD Board of Trustees unanimously approved the district's budget for the 2026-27 school year Thursday, adopting a financial plan that includes $12 million in previously announced budget cuts aimed at restoring the district's fund balance....
CapMetro workers authorize strike amid 'stalled' contract negotiations
The CapMetro workers' union announced Tuesday that 99.5% of its members voted to authorize a strike against the Austin transit provider.
Texas education board member threatens to sue colleagues over posts calling her 'Marxist'
A State Board of Education member threatened to sue her colleagues after tensions over how to teach history and Bible stories in public schools spilled over onto social media....
Laredo bracing after screwworm found right across border
The South Texas border town of Laredo is taking extra precautions after a case of New World screwworm was found in Nuevo Laredo, Mexico, just across the Rio Grande. Laredo Mayor Victor Treviño said Saturday that every animal entering the city's public animal shelter is now being ...
Hays CISD approves 2026-27 budget, reviews preliminary STAAR results
The Hays CISD Board of Trustees unanimously approved the district’s 2026-2027 budget Monday night after months of planning to address ongoing financial challeng...
Supreme Court ruling on mail-in ballot timing highlights fight over Texas mail-in law
The U.S. Supreme Court upheld Mississippi's mail-ballot grace period Monday, preserving similar election laws in states including Texas. The ruling comes months after Texas lawmakers debated eliminating the state's own post-Election Day ballot deadline....
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.
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...
‘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 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 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...
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...
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 leaders approve Bible stories as required reading in schools
The Republican-led Texas State Board of Education voted in favor of a major curriculum rewrite and a required reading list featuring Bible stories.
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...
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....
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....
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.
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...
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 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.
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.
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...
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 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...
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....
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...
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...
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.
'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.
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....
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 certified, moves forward to November ballot
Austinites will get a chance to vote on an amendment that would force regular external audits onto the city of Austin in the upcoming November ballot. City...
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....
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 ...
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....
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....