Texans pay some of the highest insurance premiums in the country, putting lawmakers under pressure to tackle rising costs.

The legislation had only pertained to countries the government deemed national security threats. A last-minute change would let the governor add more countries to the ban.

Texas lawmakers have sought to make it easier to build more homes — and harder for neighbors to block projects.

Legislators in the House and Senate have reached an agreement on more property tax relief. But some critics worry the cuts aren’t sustainable forever.

One proposal would allow the attorney general to sue cities and freeze sales tax revenues for up to 90 days.

Republican lawmakers are considering a bill to strengthen the state’s ban on homeless encampments and speed up the eviction process.

The Texas billionaire has said he will drop his position at Landry’s, but will continue his ownership of the Houston Rockets.

After years of claiming that companies selling lottery tickets online could not be regulated, the Texas Lottery Commission voted to ban the practice.

If approved, the legislation would expand one of the state's most popular loan programs with even lower interest rates.

Adam Ashman, president of the Greater Houston Builders Association, says the impact of tariffs is currently limited, primarily affecting products imported from China, such as hardware and lighting.

There’s political urgency for Republicans to deal with housing affordability, especially as surveys find most Texans say housing costs are a top concern.

The lower chamber’s plan largely aligns with the Senate’s proposal and puts billions toward teacher pay, border security and property tax cuts.

State budget watchers — and some Republicans — worry Texas is spending too much on property tax cuts.

As the Texas House prepares to vote on the budget, officials and other experts monitor national policy and state tax revenue.

Supply chain disruptions and policy decisions can significantly change these costs for oil companies — and consumers.

Respondents to a Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas survey expressed concern about a reduction in consumer demand and a potential recession.

The lawmakers behind the bill promised there would not be an increase in the number of days the beach is closed.

KPRC spoke to University of Houston economics professor Dietrich Vollrath about the Trump tariffs.

State lawmakers are poised to devote billions to save the state’s water supply. These are some of the ways the state could spend the money.

With eviction rates in Houston surpassing those of New York City, Texas House Bill 32 (HB 32) has gained attention for its potential to speed up the eviction process for renters and landlords.

Only Gov. Greg Abbott can call for a special session. But in his role presiding over the Texas Senate, Patrick can block any bill from passing, giving him leverage to compel overtime sessions by killing must-pass legislation.

The Mega Millions lottery is set to undergo significant changes, starting with a ticket price increase from $2 to $5 each.

Houston Life's Tessa Barrera visits the Lakewood Yacht Club in Seabrook to chat with local officials about the unique business opportunities and economic developments coming to the region this year.

National gas prices plummet, but is this an economic red flag or much-needed relief at the pump

Texas Governor Greg Abbott celebrated Texas’ position as the leading state in job creation, following the release of January employment data by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).

The state’s water supply faces numerous threats. And by one estimate, the state’s municipal supply will not meet demand by 2030 if there’s a severe drought and no water solutions are implemented.

Although the president has said he wants to “get rid of” the act, Rep. Michael McCaul and Sen. John Cornyn say it supports jobs and national security.

As the Edinburg facility and others seek to assist people experiencing food insecurity, state lawmakers have more than a dozen bills that could tackle Texas’ food deserts.

The goal of the new legislation is to help drive down the cost of housing so that more Texans can afford homes.

In this week’s episode, Matthew speaks with University of Texas at Austin professor Sherri Greenberg about proposed state laws related to artificial intelligence.

Commercial beekeepers in Texas have lost about two thirds of their honey bees since June last year, according to a recent survey.

House and Senate lawmakers plan to spend at least $6 billion on property tax cuts, but haven't yet agreed on how much relief should go to homeowners over businesses.

The president said Mexico and Canada have failed to curb the flow of drugs into the U.S. after giving the countries 30 days to do so before enacting the tariffs.

A grassroots organization, The People’s Union, is calling for a nationwide economic blackout on Feb. 28 in response to the federal government’s rollback of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives.

Lawmakers will debate how to spend $3.5 billion in proposed tax cuts, a legislative priority for Republican leaders.

Supporters hope easing zoning rules will entice landlords to renovate and ease the state’s housing crisis.

A naturalized citizen, along with other business leaders, are working to create new resources for undocumented people living in the Permian Basin.

Texas is getting more than $3 billion from the federal government to help expand internet access.

The Texas Senate has proposed injecting a staggering half a billion dollars into film production, as economists and fiscal hawks question the return on investment.

If a majority of the roughly 500 residents living around the South Texas site vote yes in May, Starbase will be the state’s newest city.

According to a report by CNBC, Chevron announced plans to reduce its workforce by 15% to 20% as part of a cost-cutting strategy.

The marquee proposal would increase the amount of a home’s value exemption from school taxes to $140,000 from $100,000. The legislation must win approval from the House next.

Lawmakers here and in Washington have long debated ending the practice of changing the clocks twice a year.

Senate Bill 2 now heads to the House, where top officials say they have the support to create education savings accounts.

Gov. Greg Abbott said cutting taxes is a top priority, however, state lawmakers don’t have as much money to plug into tax cuts as they did two years ago.

The tariffs, which also target China, are scheduled to go into effect Tuesday. They prompted immediate efforts to retaliate.

Across the country, dairy producers have dumped milk and infected chickens have been killed, including millions of egg-laying hens, causing egg prices to skyrocket.

After successful campaigns for House allies, the governor is in a position to set an ambitious course for the legislative session.

Trump has vowed punishing tariffs on Mexico, Canada and China, which are Texas’ biggest international trading partners.

The Harris County Tax Office will be holding a press conference to discuss important information for property owners in the Houston area as tax season nears.

A massive apartment building boom in the Austin-Round Rock region has driven rents downward, real estate experts and housing advocates have said.

Texas’ population is booming and there is not enough water for everyone. State Sen. Charles Perry hopes to fix that.

The growth is fueling higher rents and home prices in the North Texas city that was once seen as a more affordable option to Dallas and other major cities.

The historical bipartisan legislation includes a bevy of policies from crop insurance to food stamps.

A likely fight over how much power to take away from local governments may dominate the debate.

The legislation includes financial aid and money for recent natural disasters, but farmers still will be relying on outdated provisions from the 2018 bill.

A hurricane and winter freeze devastated the South Texas industry. A lack of water is preventing a full recovery.

In his new role, Rosser will be responsible for helping Texas meet its goal to increase the number of Texans ages 25 to 34 with a postsecondary credential to 60%by 2030.

Citing all the work the company has put into the region, employees are requesting a special election in Cameron County to incorporate a city.

We know our dollars don't stretch as far as it used to at the grocery store, but we wanted to know which stores have the lowest prices on their store brand staples and why they differ between stores.

A comptroller’s report found that deporting the estimated 1.4 million undocumented immigrants living in Texas in 2005 would have cost the state about $17.7 billion in gross domestic product.

Patrick contends retailers have exploited a law passed in 2019 to sell unregulated and potentially harmful consumable tetrahydrocannabinol products.

Despite the efforts of local governments and others, the move to provide internet access to millions of Texans has been slow and faces new challenges.

The federal investment follows the $1 billion approved by Texas taxpayers to help connect the state.

Three Texas lawmakers are proposing to increase the state minimum wage, doubling the rate that’s been around for nearly two decades.

Although Texas counties are not required to provide ambulance services, many are digging deep to pay for their own fleet or to contract out services.

It’s unclear how much water resides underneath this booming West Texas tourist haven. That makes conservation critical.

A yearslong dispute over exporting water to growing Texas cities offers a hint at the battles to come as the state’s population booms and water supply dwindles.

Texas builds more homes than other states but hundreds of thousands more are still needed, the report said, contributing to higher housing costs.

The Texas Tribune examined the state’s housing affordability crisis and why the state has struggled to build enough homes to meet demand.

A new breed of activists wants Texas to tame costs by building more housing. But longstanding opposition to such policies remains strong.

Farmers say they want the water, but not if it goes against the allotment they need for the spring planting season.

Denton has renamed itself Halloween, Texas, and has planned 31 days of events to drive up tourism and family entertainment.

Incumbent Christi Craddick is touting the health of the Texas energy industry and its impact on the economy. Her top opponent says regulation on the commission is too lax.

It has not been a good year for super discount retailers. Where are you finding great deals? Let us know in the comments!

Directors, producers and actors say better incentives in other states pull projects away from Texas, which is losing out on millions of dollars.

Residents were worried about the impact on their drinking water while business leaders were excited for the new jobs.

A strike by the ILA workers would be the first by the union since 1977 and could have major impacts on the U.S. economy

A 2019 state law requiring schools to offer full-day pre-K is capturing child care’s most profitable customer base: 3- and 4-year-olds.

About 45,000 dock workers are poised to walk off the job at midnight Tuesday if a deal is not reached between the union representing the workers and the United States Maritime Alliance, which represents the ports.

Millions of Texans would lose food subsidies and farm insurance if Congress doesn’t act before the end of the year.

On Wednesday, the United States’ Federal Reserve announced that it was cutting its benchmark interest rate by 0.5%, an unusually large reduction.

The Texas Tribune is writing about the state’s housing affordability crisis. Help us tell the story.

Texas Republicans have been trying to reduce the state’s high property taxes for years, but some acknowledge eliminating them would be too expensive.

A Senate committee discussed the potential pitfalls of artificial intelligence — and overregulating it.

Texas needs hundreds of thousands more homes than it has, per one estimate. That shortage has driven up home prices and rents.

To help raise money the Lubbock-area food bank recruited a Michelin-recognized chef.

According to a new report by BadCredit.org, a financial education platform, 59% of retirees lack sufficient funds for retirement, with more than half forced to change their lifestyle due to financial hardship.

Before the pandemic, Ben Bilbrey worked with some of the largest oil companies. Now he’s waiting for the phone to ring.

The City Council did approve $5,000 for security, about one-fifth of the money it withheld over last month.

Texas is producing so much natural gas right now companies are losing money.

This week’s ruling was the latest twist since cities and groups in Texas’ Rio Grande Valley sued to block the projects.

The growth in union membership came from the technology and nonprofit sectors, as well as coffee shops.

Some Texas lawmakers have signaled an appetite to tackle the state’s housing affordability crisis when they convene next year.

In today’s economy, Houstonians are more mindful than ever of where their money is going.

When disaster strikes, Polk County Judge Sydney Murphy takes command of her county’s emergency communication channels, including a text service and Facebook page.

Homeowners typically pay $2,300 a year for a Texas Windstorm Insurance Association policy. The rate increase would bump premiums by 10%.

The company’s power outages in July have drawn the ire of state leaders. Here’s what you need to know.

The arts center that organizes the monthly art walk, which draws 20,000 to downtown Lubbock, said the drag show happened at an off-site location and had no association with it.

Despite all the wonderful things Texas has to offer, a recent study is making some bold suggestions about how the Lone Star State looks after its residents living in poverty.