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They drove to the Capitol to testify on a bill and got a grueling lesson in Texas democracy
Read full article: They drove to the Capitol to testify on a bill and got a grueling lesson in Texas democracyThe group from Johnson County waited 18 hours to testify at a hearing that started at 1 a.m. on a bill to limit toxic chemicals in fertilizer.
How Texans are exploring ‘great options’ for training facility, office space, want ‘brand new one in Houston area’
Read full article: How Texans are exploring ‘great options’ for training facility, office space, want ‘brand new one in Houston area’Texans are exploring potential new training facility, at NRG Park, or in the greater Houston area while talks regarding NRG Stadium lease are ongoing
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 passesLegislators in the House and Senate have reached an agreement on more property tax relief. But some critics worry the cuts aren’t sustainable forever.
Texas Health and Human Services adds 30K+ to data breach that spans nearly four years
Read full article: Texas Health and Human Services adds 30K+ to data breach that spans nearly four yearsTens of thousands of Texans are now being told their data was part of a privacy breach that dates back to 2021.
Bill that would make vaccine exemptions easier advances in the Texas House
Read full article: Bill that would make vaccine exemptions easier advances in the Texas HouseAs the state faces a multimillion dollar measles outbreak in West Texas, the House Public Health Committee passes HB 1586 along party lines.
A 20-hour wait to speak: A pre-dawn House panel takes up Ten Commandments bill
Read full article: A 20-hour wait to speak: A pre-dawn House panel takes up Ten Commandments billDozens of people who signed up to speak were ready at 4 a.m. to debate whether public school classrooms should have to display the Ten Commandments.
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 crisisRepublican lawmakers are considering a bill to strengthen the state’s ban on homeless encampments and speed up the eviction process.
How Texans’ options look with plenty of draft capital in second, third rounds, who visited defending AFC South champs
Read full article: How Texans’ options look with plenty of draft capital in second, third rounds, who visited defending AFC South champsHouston Texans are loaded with draft capital heading into second, third days of selection process.
TEXANS FANS! Who do you expect the team to draft tonight? Let us know!
Read full article: TEXANS FANS! Who do you expect the team to draft tonight? Let us know!It’s almost that time! At long last, the first day of the 2025 NFL Draft is here, and we will be seeing 32 football dreams coming true tonight. One of which—we hope—will be beginning in Houston!
Gov. Greg Abbott to speak one-on-one with KPRC 2 | What questions do you have for him?
Read full article: Gov. Greg Abbott to speak one-on-one with KPRC 2 | What questions do you have for him?SOUND OFF: As we prepare for our interview, KPRC 2 would like to hear from you, the viewer, on what questions you’d like us to ask the governor.
Texas may study the impact of immigration again, but focus only on costs
Read full article: Texas may study the impact of immigration again, but focus only on costsThe only time the state conducted such an assessment two decades ago, it found that undocumented Texans contributed more to the state’s economy than they cost the state.
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 rentsThere’s political urgency for Republicans to deal with housing affordability, especially as surveys find most Texans say housing costs are a top concern.
‘It hit my heart, he was giving me game,’ Texans’ C.J. Stroud soaks up moment with Warriors star Stephen Curry
Read full article: ‘It hit my heart, he was giving me game,’ Texans’ C.J. Stroud soaks up moment with Warriors star Stephen CurryMutual admiration between Texans' C.J. Stroud and Warriors star Stephen Curry
Early Texas hospital data shows millions spent in care for non-U.S. citizens
Read full article: Early Texas hospital data shows millions spent in care for non-U.S. citizensA state employee testified Monday that tens of thousands of people in the U.S. unlawfully were treated, but it was unclear how long the data had been collected.
Millions of dollars in SNAP benefits stolen from Texans. But state, feds won’t share who’s taking them
Read full article: Millions of dollars in SNAP benefits stolen from Texans. But state, feds won’t share who’s taking themFor some families in Texas, the monthly deposit of SNAP benefits onto their Lone Star card is the only way they can put food on the table.
House Republicans refuse to pass ceremonial resolution honoring Cecile Richards
Read full article: House Republicans refuse to pass ceremonial resolution honoring Cecile RichardsNormally, memorial resolutions to honor Texans who have died are passed without controversy. But the resolution for Richards, a former president of Planned Parenthood who died this year, sparked a cascade of outrage from conservatives.
Texas running back Jaydon Blue visiting Bills today, Commanders next, previously Steelers, Eagles, Texans, Broncos
Read full article: Texas running back Jaydon Blue visiting Bills today, Commanders next, previously Steelers, Eagles, Texans, BroncosKlein Cain graduate has busy schedule in advance of NFL draft
A message from our CEO, Sonal Shah
Read full article: A message from our CEO, Sonal ShahSince 2023, we have worked diligently to reach new audiences in Texas, increase trust in our work and expand into local news. At the end of this year, with a strong leadership team in place, I will be transitioning.
Source: Kentucky defensive back Zion Childress (New Caney) to participate in Texans’ local prospect day
Read full article: Source: Kentucky defensive back Zion Childress (New Caney) to participate in Texans’ local prospect dayTexans to work out former New Caney standout, versatile Kentucky defensive back
How Texans approach ‘complicated’ NRG Stadium issue, focus on ‘renovation,’ leaning on Mike Tomon’s expertise
Read full article: How Texans approach ‘complicated’ NRG Stadium issue, focus on ‘renovation,’ leaning on Mike Tomon’s expertiseTexans focused 'right now' on renovations at NRG Stadium with seven years remaining on current lease
Why Cal McNair, Hannah McNair believe Texans can ‘take another step’ after being ‘pretty darn close’
Read full article: Why Cal McNair, Hannah McNair believe Texans can ‘take another step’ after being ‘pretty darn close’Texans ownership feeling good about team's outlook after winning consecutive AFC South division titles
Texans owner Cal McNair pens letter to season-ticket holders: ‘We support a renovation of NRG Stadium’
Read full article: Texans owner Cal McNair pens letter to season-ticket holders: ‘We support a renovation of NRG Stadium’Texans owner cites new team president Mike Tomon's 'extensive history of building and renovating stadiums.'
Texas AG investigating insurance company accused of spying on lawmakers, journalists, other Texans
Read full article: Texas AG investigating insurance company accused of spying on lawmakers, journalists, other TexansSuperior HealthPlan’s CEO, whom lawmakers grilled about the company’s alleged hiring of private investigators, was reportedly fired after the inquiry was announced.
‘That formula is broken:’ American Medical Association growing frustrated with ongoing Medicare cuts
Read full article: ‘That formula is broken:’ American Medical Association growing frustrated with ongoing Medicare cutsAs the U.S. Senate is set to vote for a new leader of Medicare, Dr. Bruce Scott, President of the American Medical Association, spoke of serious concerns he and other medical officials have over Medicare’s current state.
Retired Texans star J.J. Watt named game analyst for NFL on CBS this season, pairing with Ian Eagle in move from studio
Read full article: Retired Texans star J.J. Watt named game analyst for NFL on CBS this season, pairing with Ian Eagle in move from studioRetired Texans NFL Defensive Player of the Year J.J. Watt moves from studio to become CBS Sports' No. 2 NFL game analyst
Jewish Texans disagree on how to combat antisemitism in schools during hearing on Senate bill
Read full article: Jewish Texans disagree on how to combat antisemitism in schools during hearing on Senate billLawmakers propose addressing antisemitism by requiring schools to use a set definition. Critics say the measure will stifle speech.
Source: East Carolina cornerback Shavon Revel visited Texans on Friday, has visited Saints, to meet with multiple teams
Read full article: Source: East Carolina cornerback Shavon Revel visited Texans on Friday, has visited Saints, to meet with multiple teamsEast Carolina cornerback Shavon Revel visited defending AFC South champions on Friday
Source: Oregon offensive tackle Josh Conerly Jr to visit Texans after combine formal meeting, has multiple visits
Read full article: Source: Oregon offensive tackle Josh Conerly Jr to visit Texans after combine formal meeting, has multiple visitsTexans to meet again with Oregon offensive tackle Josh Conerly Jr.
Pro-life, pro-choice activists react to illegal abortion arrest
Read full article: Pro-life, pro-choice activists react to illegal abortion arrestWhile pro-life activists believe there needs to be stronger crackdown on illegal abortion, pro-choice activists say the overturning of Roe V. Wade has had detrimental consequences.
Sources: Texans restructure wide receiver Christian Kirk’s contract, creating over $12 million in salary-cap space
Read full article: Sources: Texans restructure wide receiver Christian Kirk’s contract, creating over $12 million in salary-cap spaceTexans restructure veteran wide receiver Christian Kirk's deal
How state lawmakers are trying to crack down on illegal immigration
Read full article: How state lawmakers are trying to crack down on illegal immigrationFrom requiring law enforcement agencies to cooperate with federal officials to forcing state contractors to use E-Verify to spot undocumented workers, here are the bills that could reshape the state’s immigration policies.
Debate on House’s school voucher bill centers on a question: Should wealthy Texans be included?
Read full article: Debate on House’s school voucher bill centers on a question: Should wealthy Texans be included?The hearing on House Bill 3 started Tuesday and ended Wednesday morning. Hundreds of Texans waited overnight to testify.
Source: Texans trade Pro Bowl left tackle Laremy Tunsil to Commanders for 2nd-round, 3rd-round, 4th-round, 7th-rd picks
Read full article: Source: Texans trade Pro Bowl left tackle Laremy Tunsil to Commanders for 2nd-round, 3rd-round, 4th-round, 7th-rd picksHouston Texans trade best lineman to Commanders
New Texas Senate bill would let Texans vote on whether state observes daylight saving time
Read full article: New Texas Senate bill would let Texans vote on whether state observes daylight saving timeA new bill and joint resolution introduced in the Texas Senate by a Houston-area senator would give Texans the opportunity to vote on whether the state continues to observe Daylight Saving Time or Standard Time.
Following Trump’s lead, Gov. Abbott pushes state agencies to end telework
Read full article: Following Trump’s lead, Gov. Abbott pushes state agencies to end teleworkThe directive comes as some state agencies have downsized their office spaces after the pandemic forced many employees to work remotely.
Investigations into the Texas Lottery grow after courier controversy
Read full article: Investigations into the Texas Lottery grow after courier controversyAG Ken Paxton’s office joins two other investigations by state officials into the commission as one service suspends operations due to the agency’s ban.
Why Andre Johnson believes Nick Caley is a ‘great hire’ for Texans and what it means for C.J. Stroud
Read full article: Why Andre Johnson believes Nick Caley is a ‘great hire’ for Texans and what it means for C.J. StroudTexans new offensive coordinator Nick Caley should boost offense, quarterback C.J. Stroud
Texas Senate unanimously approves tax cuts for homeowners
Read full article: Texas Senate unanimously approves tax cuts for homeownersThe 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.
Houston Texans’ TORO releases new children’s book about bullying
Read full article: Houston Texans’ TORO releases new children’s book about bullyingThe lovable mascot is usually known for his pranks and jokes, but Andrew Johnson steps out of his mascot costume to talk about a subject that is nothing to laugh about.
‘They deserve it,’ Texans’ Will Anderson Jr. surprises Wheatley girls flag football team with shopping spree
Read full article: ‘They deserve it,’ Texans’ Will Anderson Jr. surprises Wheatley girls flag football team with shopping spreeTexans' Will Anderson Jr. surprises Wheatley High School girls flag football team with $250 shopping spree at Academy Sports and Outdoors