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Texas moves close to ban on some land sales to foreigners

Read full article: Texas moves close to ban on some land sales to foreigners

The Legislature has approved a conference committee report that lists sales to certain people from China, North Korea, Russia and Iran as threats to national security.

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2 days ago

Airbnb helped generate nearly $7.5 billion, supporting 84k jobs in Texas: report

Read full article: Airbnb helped generate nearly $7.5 billion, supporting 84k jobs in Texas: report

Nearly all of us have found use through Airbnb, whether as a guest or host, but exactly how much of that has benefitted the state? A new report from the vacation rental property breaks it all down.

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3 days ago

Oil companies win protections from Texas Legislature ahead of selling fracking water

Read full article: Oil companies win protections from Texas Legislature ahead of selling fracking water

At least four companies say they are prepared to treat the water well enough to be released into rivers in West Texas. Environmental groups say the state is moving too fast.

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3 days ago

Texas oil companies face new deadlines to plug inactive wells

Read full article: Texas oil companies face new deadlines to plug inactive wells

Senate Bill 1150, which is on its way to Gov. Greg Abbott, is a rare example of the Texas Legislature regulating the state’s oil and gas industry.

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3 days ago

Texas bill allowing smaller homes on smaller lots amid housing affordability crunch advances in House

Read full article: Texas bill allowing smaller homes on smaller lots amid housing affordability crunch advances in House

Senate Bill 15, a top priority of Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick, is part of a broad push by lawmakers to put a dent in the state’s high home prices.

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Texas lawmaker abruptly spiked his bill to punish cities that don’t deal with homeless encampments

Read full article: Texas lawmaker abruptly spiked his bill to punish cities that don’t deal with homeless encampments

The bill would have withheld some tax dollars from cities that did not comply with state law.

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Legislature clears the way for Texas Lottery to continue under a different state agency

Read full article: Legislature clears the way for Texas Lottery to continue under a different state agency

SB 3070, which awaits Gov. Greg Abbott’s signature, would move the lottery game to Texas’ Department of Licensing and Regulation and includes new restrictions on ticket purchases.

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Bill to allow smaller homes on smaller lots resurrected in Texas House

Read full article: Bill to allow smaller homes on smaller lots resurrected in Texas House

A top priority of Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick, the legislation would make it easier to construct homes on smaller lots. A House Democrat briefly killed the bill.

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Eviction bill now focuses on squatters in Texas House rewrite

Read full article: Eviction bill now focuses on squatters in Texas House rewrite

The chamber jettisoned a provision tenants’ advocates warned would make it easier for Texas landlords to evict renters.

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Food aid cuts and other changes: What the U.S. House spending bill could mean for Texans

Read full article: Food aid cuts and other changes: What the U.S. House spending bill could mean for Texans

Many low-income families would see cuts in health care and food benefits. The state hopes for a big reimbursement for border security spending.

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Texas is about to ban THC products. Here’s what to know.

Read full article: Texas is about to ban THC products. Here’s what to know.

The ban aims to remove products — made legal through a 2019 loophole — that provide a similar high to marijuana and are easily accessible to the general public.

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It’s “Texas Time”: Legislature OKs permanent daylight saving time, but Congress must also act

Read full article: It’s “Texas Time”: Legislature OKs permanent daylight saving time, but Congress must also act

Federal action would be needed to make the change legal. Lawmakers at both the state and federal levels have debated the question for decades.

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Water bills face deadline threat as Texas lawmakers negotiate spending priorities

Read full article: Water bills face deadline threat as Texas lawmakers negotiate spending priorities

Gov. Greg Abbott and other leaders have called for a major investment to save the state’s water supply. How to spend the money has caused friction at the Capitol.

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Texas braces for an imminent screwworm infestation, a threat to the state’s cattle industry

Read full article: Texas braces for an imminent screwworm infestation, a threat to the state’s cattle industry

U.S. Sens. John Cornyn and Ted Cruz hope to fund an operation to kill the parasitic fly before too much damage is done.

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Major energy consumers will face new limits if Texas House approves proposal

Read full article: Major energy consumers will face new limits if Texas House approves proposal

The legislation would give ERCOT the ability to turn off power to major consumers in an emergency.

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Vacant offices, strip malls may get new life as housing in Texas’ largest cities

Read full article: Vacant offices, strip malls may get new life as housing in Texas’ largest cities

The bill is part of a suite of GOP proposals aimed at curbing the state’s high housing costs — chiefly by allowing more homes to be built.

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Another big tax cut for Texas homeowners appears imminent

Read full article: Another big tax cut for Texas homeowners appears imminent

Providing bigger tax breaks to homeowners is a key component of a deal brokered by Republicans in the Texas Legislature to lower tax bills for Texans.

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Why a Central Texas farmer is on a one-man mission to stop renewable energy

Read full article: Why a Central Texas farmer is on a one-man mission to stop renewable energy

The Texas Legislature is considering a proposal that would add restrictions on renewable energy expansion.

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Is Kroger charging shoppers full price for discounted items? Here’s what we know

Read full article: Is Kroger charging shoppers full price for discounted items? Here’s what we know

Consumer Reports says Kroger shoppers have unknowingly been paying full price for scores of items advertised as discounted or on sale, following a monthslong investigation.

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The fastest-growing city in the U.S. is in Texas, and it’s not the one you’re thinking of

Read full article: The fastest-growing city in the U.S. is in Texas, and it’s not the one you’re thinking of

With Princeton leading the Texas pack, the state continues to set the pace for the rest of the nation, with seven of the 15 fastest-growing cities.

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Business tax breaks closer to reality after Texas Senate approves compromise

Read full article: Business tax breaks closer to reality after Texas Senate approves compromise

The Texas House must approve changes to the proposal that were brokered by party leaders. It’s part of a package of bills to bring down property taxes statewide.

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Inflation cools to 4-year low as food, energy costs ease; but are Houston residents’ pockets still hurting?

Read full article: Inflation cools to 4-year low as food, energy costs ease; but are Houston residents’ pockets still hurting?

For years, nationwide inflation has been a thorn in people’s sides, but could there finally be some relief in sight?

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Ken Paxton says Google will pay Texas $1.4 billion to settle privacy suit

Read full article: Ken Paxton says Google will pay Texas $1.4 billion to settle privacy suit

The state attorney general sued Google in 2022, alleging it unlawfully tracked and collected users’ private data.

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Texas lawmakers want to lower homeowners' insurance costs, but have few options

Read full article: Texas lawmakers want to lower homeowners' insurance costs, but have few options

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

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Texas House advances bill that would prohibit land sales to people and entities from certain countries

Read full article: Texas House advances bill that would prohibit land sales to people and entities from certain countries

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.

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Amid housing affordability crisis, Texas House votes to take some power from NIMBYs

Read full article: Amid housing affordability crisis, Texas House votes to take some power from NIMBYs

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

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Texas homeowners could see lower property tax bills if deal from Republican lawmakers passes

Read full article: Texas homeowners could see lower property tax bills if deal from Republican lawmakers passes

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.

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Texas Republican lawmakers may “financially handcuff” cities that don’t play by their rules

Read full article: Texas Republican lawmakers may “financially handcuff” cities that don’t play by their rules

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

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Advocates fear Texas lawmakers are about to worsen the state’s homelessness crisis

Read full article: Advocates fear Texas lawmakers are about to worsen the state’s homelessness crisis

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

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Houston Rockets owner Tilman Fertitta confirmed as Trump’s ambassador to Italy

Read full article: Houston Rockets owner Tilman Fertitta confirmed as Trump’s ambassador to Italy

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

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Texas lottery bans online sales through third-party couriers amid mounting criticism

Read full article: Texas lottery bans online sales through third-party couriers amid mounting criticism

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

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Texas farmers could have greater access to low-interest loans under a bill the Senate is considering

Read full article: Texas farmers could have greater access to low-interest loans under a bill the Senate is considering

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

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Greater Houston Builders Association president details how Trump’s tariffs will impact construction costs

Read full article: Greater Houston Builders Association president details how Trump’s tariffs will impact construction costs

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.

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Why Texas Republicans are trying to rein in high home prices and rents

Read full article: Why Texas Republicans are trying to rein in high home prices and rents

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

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$337 billion, two-year budget gets Texas House approval

Read full article: $337 billion, two-year budget gets Texas House approval

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

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Texas plans to spend $51 billion on property tax cuts. It may not be sustainable.

Read full article: Texas plans to spend $51 billion on property tax cuts. It may not be sustainable.

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

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Sales tax receipts will be closely watched as Texas tracks economic jolt of tariffs

Read full article: Sales tax receipts will be closely watched as Texas tracks economic jolt of tariffs

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

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West Texas, oil companies brace for downturn following Trump’s tariffs

Read full article: West Texas, oil companies brace for downturn following Trump’s tariffs

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

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Tariffs creating uncertainty in Texas as report shows slower revenue growth since late 2024

Read full article: Tariffs creating uncertainty in Texas as report shows slower revenue growth since late 2024

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

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South Texas county leaders will lose some authority over SpaceX launches under new bill

Read full article: South Texas county leaders will lose some authority over SpaceX launches under new bill

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

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‘Single biggest tax hike’: University of Houston professor explains Trump era tariffs

Read full article: ‘Single biggest tax hike’: University of Houston professor explains Trump era tariffs

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

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Store, harvest, fix: How Texas can save its water supply

Read full article: Store, harvest, fix: How Texas can save its water supply

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.

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Texas House Bill 32 could change eviction process as Houston faces record-high evictions

Read full article: Texas House Bill 32 could change eviction process as Houston faces record-high evictions

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.

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Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick says he’ll push for special session if THC ban, bail changes fail

Read full article: Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick says he’ll push for special session if THC ban, bail changes fail

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.

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Mega Millions lottery to increase ticket prices from $2 to $5

Read full article: Mega Millions lottery to increase ticket prices from $2 to $5

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

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Set sail on a new business venture in Seabrook

Read full article: Set sail on a new business venture in Seabrook

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.

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Gas is down 41 cents in Houston– economic red flag or much-needed relief at the pump?

Read full article: Gas is down 41 cents in Houston– economic red flag or much-needed relief at the pump?

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

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Texas has created more jobs than any other state in last year, data shows

Read full article: Texas has created more jobs than any other state in last year, data shows

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).

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Texas is running out of water. Here’s why and what state leaders plan to do about it.

Read full article: Texas is running out of water. Here’s why and what state leaders plan to do about it.

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.

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Two Texans in Congress defend CHIPS Act in the face of Trump’s criticism

Read full article: Two Texans in Congress defend CHIPS Act in the face of Trump’s criticism

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.

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Why a Rio Grande Valley hospital is helping to feed its patients

Read full article: Why a Rio Grande Valley hospital is helping to feed its patients

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.

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The Texas Senate wants more — and smaller — starter homes in new neighborhoods

Read full article: The Texas Senate wants more — and smaller — starter homes in new neighborhoods

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

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TribCast: The looming fight over regulating AI in Texas

Read full article: TribCast: The looming fight over regulating AI in Texas

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

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Texas House and Senate lawmakers have laid out their property tax cut proposals. How do they compare?

Read full article: Texas House and Senate lawmakers have laid out their property tax cut proposals. How do they compare?

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.

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A surge in bee deaths is hurting Texas beekeepers — and could affect the price of produce

Read full article: A surge in bee deaths is hurting Texas beekeepers — and could affect the price of produce

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

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Trump tariffs set to hit Texas’ biggest trading partners beginning next week

Read full article: Trump tariffs set to hit Texas’ biggest trading partners beginning next week

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.

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Trending on social: Nationwide economic blackout scheduled Friday to protest DEI rollbacks

Read full article: Trending on social: Nationwide economic blackout scheduled Friday to protest DEI rollbacks

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.

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Texas House unveils plan to cut property taxes, setting up fight with Senate

Read full article: Texas House unveils plan to cut property taxes, setting up fight with Senate

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

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Texas lawmakers want to make it easier to convert office space into apartments and condos

Read full article: Texas lawmakers want to make it easier to convert office space into apartments and condos

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

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In Odessa, multiple efforts are underway to help immigrants stay and work

Read full article: In Odessa, multiple efforts are underway to help immigrants stay and work

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

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Texas official wants low-cost broadband requirements tied to federal dollars dropped

Read full article: Texas official wants low-cost broadband requirements tied to federal dollars dropped

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

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Texas is poised to become a film haven — but not without a fight

Read full article: Texas is poised to become a film haven — but not without a fight

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.

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County judge approves election to decide whether SpaceX launch site will become a city

Read full article: County judge approves election to decide whether SpaceX launch site will become a city

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.

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Chevron announces significant workforce reduction, could lay off up to 20 percent of employees

Read full article: Chevron announces significant workforce reduction, could lay off up to 20 percent of employees

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

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Texas Senate unanimously approves tax cuts for homeowners

Read full article: Texas Senate unanimously approves tax cuts for homeowners

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.

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Spring forward? Maybe not in Texas as lawmakers mull ending daylight saving time.

Read full article: Spring forward? Maybe not in Texas as lawmakers mull ending daylight saving time.

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

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Texas bill that lets families use tax dollars for private schools swiftly sails through Senate

Read full article: Texas bill that lets families use tax dollars for private schools swiftly sails through Senate

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

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Texas Republicans want more property tax cuts. Here’s how they may do it.

Read full article: Texas Republicans want more property tax cuts. Here’s how they may do it.

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.

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Trump orders tariffs on Mexico and Canada — Texas’ biggest trading partners

Read full article: Trump orders tariffs on Mexico and Canada — Texas’ biggest trading partners

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

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“How do we protect our poultry flocks?” Texas dairy, poultry producers grapple with bird flu

Read full article: “How do we protect our poultry flocks?” Texas dairy, poultry producers grapple with bird flu

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.

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Abbott expected to promote vouchers and other highlights of his 2025 agenda in Sunday speech

Read full article: Abbott expected to promote vouchers and other highlights of his 2025 agenda in Sunday speech

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

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Trump’s tariffs have even his supporters in Texas nervous

Read full article: Trump’s tariffs have even his supporters in Texas nervous

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

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Harris County officials provide important information as tax season approaches

Read full article: Harris County officials provide important information as tax season approaches

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.

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Austin rents have fallen for nearly two years. Here’s why.

Read full article: Austin rents have fallen for nearly two years. Here’s why.

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

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Texas has a big water problem. This state lawmaker hopes he has the solution.

Read full article: Texas has a big water problem. This state lawmaker hopes he has the solution.

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

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How Fort Worth supplanted Austin as Texas’ top boomtown

Read full article: How Fort Worth supplanted Austin as Texas’ top boomtown

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.

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Will Republican control of Congress lead to updated ag laws? Texas farmers hope so.

Read full article: Will Republican control of Congress lead to updated ag laws? Texas farmers hope so.

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

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Texas has a housing affordability crisis. Here’s how state lawmakers may tackle it in 2025.

Read full article: Texas has a housing affordability crisis. Here’s how state lawmakers may tackle it in 2025.

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

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Farm Bill gets extension as Congress passes spending package and averts shutdown

Read full article: Farm Bill gets extension as Congress passes spending package and averts shutdown

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

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Texas’ citrus industry — once an agricultural powerhouse — is on the brink of disaster

Read full article: Texas’ citrus industry — once an agricultural powerhouse — is on the brink of disaster

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

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Expanding college financial aid will help Texas meet workforce needs, new higher ed chief says

Read full article: Expanding college financial aid will help Texas meet workforce needs, new higher ed chief says

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.

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SpaceX wants to turn its Texas launch site into a city

Read full article: SpaceX wants to turn its Texas launch site into a city

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

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Which grocery store gives you the best deal? Here’s what we found at Walmart, H-E-B and Kroger

Read full article: Which grocery store gives you the best deal? Here’s what we found at Walmart, H-E-B and Kroger

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.

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A 2006 study found undocumented immigrants contribute more than they cost Texas. The state hasn’t updated it since.

Read full article: A 2006 study found undocumented immigrants contribute more than they cost Texas. The state hasn’t updated it since.

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.

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Texas Senate to pursue ban on THC products next year, Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick says

Read full article: Texas Senate to pursue ban on THC products next year, Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick says

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

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Texas has billions pledged to expand broadband. Spending it is taking a while.

Read full article: Texas has billions pledged to expand broadband. Spending it is taking a while.

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.

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Feds approve Texas’ plan for $3 billion to expand broadband access

Read full article: Feds approve Texas’ plan for $3 billion to expand broadband access

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

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Texas lawmakers propose more than doubling the minimum wage. Do you agree?

Read full article: Texas lawmakers propose more than doubling the minimum wage. Do you agree?

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

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A growing and aging population is forcing Texas counties to seek state EMS funding

Read full article: A growing and aging population is forcing Texas counties to seek state EMS funding

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.

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Terlingua’s tourist season has started. Here’s why and how you can help conserve water on your visit.

Read full article: Terlingua’s tourist season has started. Here’s why and how you can help conserve water on your visit.

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

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A West Texas pecan farm fights to save its water supply as neighbors sell it to growing cities

Read full article: A West Texas pecan farm fights to save its water supply as neighbors sell it to growing cities

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.

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Texas’ housing shortage is getting worse, report says

Read full article: Texas’ housing shortage is getting worse, report says

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

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Takeaways from our reporting on Texas’ housing affordability crisis

Read full article: Takeaways from our reporting on Texas’ housing affordability crisis

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

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Texas’ high housing costs sparked a movement to bring them down. The fight could shape the state for years to come.

Read full article: Texas’ high housing costs sparked a movement to bring them down. The fight could shape the state for years to come.

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

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Mexico is offering water to South Texas. But there’s a catch farmers aren’t happy about.

Read full article: Mexico is offering water to South Texas. But there’s a catch farmers aren’t happy about.

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

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From Denton to Edinburg, Texas cities are spooking their residents and tourists this Halloween

Read full article: From Denton to Edinburg, Texas cities are spooking their residents and tourists this Halloween

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

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Level of oil and gas regulation at heart of Texas Railroad Commission race

Read full article: Level of oil and gas regulation at heart of Texas Railroad Commission race

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.

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Discount retailers disappearing from Houston, how are residents getting by?

Read full article: Discount retailers disappearing from Houston, how are residents getting by?

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

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Texas lawmakers signal openness to expanding film incentive program

Read full article: Texas lawmakers signal openness to expanding film incentive program

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

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West Texans split on proposed direct air capture project that could be largest in U.S.

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

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