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15 hours ago

Case Keenum returns and more Texans moves

Hello from KPRC 2, this is Sports Director Randy McIlvoy checking in with this week’s Houston Texans Newsletter keeping you up to date on what’s been a busy several days of roster improvements.

20 hours ago

The Ultimate Texas Brand Bracket Heats Up in Round Two

The top seeds of the brand bracket remain dominant, Mattress Mack scores an upset, and Dairy Queen faces a surprisingly tough test.

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1 day ago

Sources: Texans signing Dalton Schultz to one-year, $9 million deal, Devin Singletary to one-year, $3.75 million deal, host free agents KhaDarel Hodge, Steven Sims Jr. for visits

Veteran free agents visit Texans

3 days ago

Breaking down Texans defensive tackle Sheldon Rankins’ $10.5 million deal, including $7 million signing bonus

Defensive tackle received $7 million signing bonus

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In rural counties, Texas law puts low-income defendants at a disadvantage

A two-tiered system gives less populated counties more time to provide court-appointed lawyers, requiring creative responses to a long-standing problem.

chron.com

Texas lawmakers set aside $4B to cover unpaid energy bills

Texas lawmakers are considering legislation that would cover nearly $4 billion worth of Texans' outstanding–and still rising–energy bills.

chron.com

In rural counties, Texas law puts low-income defendants at a disadvantage

A two-tiered system gives less populated counties more time to provide court-appointed lawyers, requiring creative responses to a long-standing problem.

Houston language advocates race to keep their one small request from disappearing in Capitol bedlam

Woori Juntos began the legislative session hoping to win over a majority of legislators to their cause — making it easier for Texans who speak no or limited English to communicate with state agencies and access crucial services. First, they needed a lawmaker to file their bill.

Spring break safety: Officials urge Texans to look out for themselves, others while traveling

The Texas Highway Patrol will increase its presence throughout the state through March 19 as many Texans will be traveling for spring break, St. Patrick’s Day and other local events.

communityimpact.com

Sources: Texans signing Sheldon Rankins to one-year, $10.5 million contract

Sheldon Rankins joins Texans

The Allure of Exotic Animals in Strange Places

Thefts from the Dallas Zoo made headlines. But Texas is a hotbed for ownership of all kinds of rare species.

newyorker.com

Latin band ‘Mango Punch!’ celebrates 30th anniversary with a concert

'Mango Punch!' celebrates its 30th anniversary with a concert.

Texas renters got unprecedented help during the pandemic. The Legislature is unlikely to extend it.

Lawmakers will decide whether to keep protections that shielded tenants from eviction — or to ban them.

The Texanist: What Makes a Vanity License Plate Offensive?

A Port Arthur resident wants to know what’s wrong with “BBQ*GNG” and “EAT@TACO.”

texasmonthly.com

Texans were among the most impacted by internet crimes last year, FBI says – Houston Public Media

The FBI says Texas was one of the top four most impacted states in the country last year for the number of victims and for the amount of money that was lost.

houstonpublicmedia.org

Source: Texans to sign Hassan Ridgeway, Mike Boone, Chase Winovich

Texans adding to backfield

TSTC Biomedical Equipment Technology students start careers with Houston-based medical company

Texas State Technical College’s mission is to place more Texans in great-paying jobs, and now three of its Biomedical Equipment Technology students are the recipients of new career opportunities.

myrgv.com

DPS urges Texans to avoid spring break travel to Mexico

The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) is urging Texans to avoid traveling to Mexico during spring break, and beyond, due to the ongoing violence throughout that country.[San Marcos, TX] [Hays County news] News San Marcos News, San Marcos Record [Texas State]

sanmarcosrecord.com

HS soccer: Anthony Cruz leads Ray to playoffs with crossover zone win against Moody

Anthony Cruz and Layton Carpenter combined for five goals in a 5-3 District 29-5A crossover playoff game on Friday at Cabaniss West Field.

caller.com

Source: Texans signing Robert Woods to 2-year $15.25 million deal

Texans add vet WR

Jimmy Garoppolo? Bijan Robinson? Inside potential next steps for the Texans

Hey guys, it’s Ari Alexander with the Houston Texans who are preparing for the NFL Draft now that the scouting combine is finished. The Texans will have to be wary of what the Bears do with the No. 1 pick, but are likely to find a strong QB somewhere.

DPS urging Texans to avoid traveling to Mexico during spring break after 4 Americans kidnapped

The Texas Department of Public Safety is urging Texans to avoid traveling to Mexico during spring break, and beyond, due to the ongoing violence throughout that country.

This Panhandle School Is the Tiniest Girls Basketball Powerhouse in Texas

The Nazareth Swiftettes have won 25 state championships in less than fifty years—and they just hung another banner for 2023.

texasmonthly.com

Texas bar owner fights city over attempt to take his property through eminent domain

San Antonio bar owner Vince Cantu is waging a legal battle on the Alamo grounds after refusing state offers to buy his land, prompting an eminent domain vote.

foxnews.com

Opinion: Some Texas families in danger of losing their Medicaid coverage

For three years, special COVID-19 rules have stopped Texas state government from ending anyone’s Medicaid. These protections will end soon.

caller.com

Texans penalized with loss of fifth-round pick, fined $175,000 for salary-cap violation involving Deshaun Watson

Houston Texans disciplined by NFL.

49ers GM John Lynch on Texans’ DeMeco Ryans: ‘One of the people I admire most, tremendous leader of people, sky is the limit.’

49ers general manager has seen first-year Texans coach’s growth from standout player, key assistant coach to head coach’s chair

High School Baseball: Ray stays hot, tops Carroll in 29-5A interzone matchup

The Ray baseball team had a quick start against Carroll and won 6-5 as they work to stay consistent after winning the Mira's Baseball Classic.

caller.com

Buc-ee's continues nationwide takeover with Virginia store

The announcement follows closely on the heels of news that Texas' favorite convenient story would open a location in Wisconsin.

chron.com

Closing a critical loophole for gun background checks has gained bipartisan support in Texas

Lawmakers from both parties are backing bills to ensure compliance with the law.

chron.com

Ray has flair for dramatic plus what we learned from this week's Mira's, Calallen tourneys

The Ray baseball team used some dramatics to win the Mira's tournament with two come-from-behind wins at Whataburger Field.

caller.com

Texas Emergency Management officials urge Texans impacted by storms to report damage

The Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM) urges all Texans impacted by this week’s severe storms to self-report property damage using TDEM’s iSTAT damage survey.[San Marcos, TX] [Hays County news] News San Marcos News, San Marcos Record [Texas State]

sanmarcosrecord.com

Alabama quarterback Bryce Young officially: 5-foot-10 and change, 204 pounds

Bryce Young is officially bigger than many predicted he would be at the NFL scouting combine.

Pot vote has Oklahoma hungry to rake in green from Texas

Tens of thousands of Texans from the bustling Dallas-Fort Worth area routinely drive across the Red River to gamble in glitzy, Las Vegas-style tribal casinos or to relax at cabins or swim and ski in lakes that dot southern Oklahoma. Oklahoma voters will decide Tuesday whether to approve a ballot measure that legalizes consuming the plant for adults 21 and older. The conservative state already has one of the nation's most robust medical marijuana programs, and industry proponents hope an influx of Texas consumers will be a boon for a market that's become saturated.

news.yahoo.com

TribCast: How will Texas lawmakers cut property taxes?

In this week’s episode, Matthew speaks with Texas Tribune reporters Joshua Fechter and Patrick Svitek about the different proposals to reduce Texans’ property tax burdens.

Texas senators, facing criticism, soften proposed ban on Chinese purchases of land

The measure, endorsed by Gov. Greg Abbott, originally would have banned citizens of China, Iran, Russia or North Korea from buying land in Texas. Under a new version considered Thursday, the ban wouldn’t apply to dual citizens or lawful permanent residents.

Source: Texans met with Ohio State quarterback C.J. Stroud

The Texans met with Ohio State star quarterback C.J. Stroud at the NFL scouting combine, according to a league source.

Inside the NFL Scouting Combine: Who will Houston try to lure to Texans in its continued rebuild?

Hello to all of you football fans this is KPRC 2 sports director Randy McIlvoy checking in with this week’s Houston Texans newsletter!

Tesla plans to offer a $30 monthly subscription for unlimited overnight home charging. It will launch in Texas because the windy nights help generate power.

The subscription was a way to incentivize customers to charge their vehicles at home using a source of renewable energy, Tesla's Drew Baglino said.

news.yahoo.com

Texans’ John Metchie making steady progress in recovery from leukemia, DeMeco Ryans calls him ‘resilient young man’

One of the most inspirational young players in the NFL is Texans wide receiver John Metchie III.

Texans coach DeMeco Ryans talked with Brandin Cooks: ‘We’ll do what’s best for our team’

INDIANAPOLIS -- As veteran wide receiver Brandin Cooks’ standing trade request remains unresolved, new Texans coach DeMeco Ryans has had a conversation with him.

Texas House Speaker Phelan lays out seven priorities for 2023 legislative session

Priority bills by the leader of a legislative chamber are generally fast-tracked through the lawmaking process.

caller.com

Over 3 million Texans impacted as emergency SNAP benefits end in March

All Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program recipients will see a reduction of at least $95 to their monthly benefits.

communityimpact.com

Sources: multiple NFL teams interested in potential Brandin Cooks trade, no deal imminent as process continues

Brandon Cooks has a standing trade request, and the Texans are working through the process of trying to see if there’s a viable trade to move on from the veteran wide receiver, according to league sources.

Texans re-sign defensive tackle Taylor Stallworth

The Texans have re-signed veteran defensive tackle Taylor Stallworth to a one-year contract, according to his agent, Brett Tessler.

From Camel Herding to Blues Music to Tacos al Pastor: Finding the Middle East in Texas

After a summer in Texas and a deep dive into its history, I discovered the two cultures have been married for decades.

texasmonthly.com

Texas Lege Watch: A House Republican Fights for ‘Chicken Freedom’

Briscoe Cain wants all Texans to have the right to gather eggs in their backyards, local ordinances be damned.

texasmonthly.com

NFL Scouting Combine: KPRC 2′s Randy McIlvoy, KPRC 2 Sports Contributor Aaron Wilson preview 2023 showcase

It’s that time of the year again as NFL teams begin the process of stockpiling talent for the future.

Texans get ready to scout in the Indianapolis combine

Hey guys, it’s Ari Alexander with the Texans newsletter as the team gets ready to scout in the combine in Indianapolis. It’s pretty clear what position they’ll go with at the #2 pick, so we’ll discuss the top four quarterbacks and what each could bring to the Texas as well as drawbacks.

Texans announce full coaching staff, add Bill Lazor as senior offensive assistant

The Texans, under new coach DeMeco Ryans, announced his first coaching staff.

American Dream Deferred: Two GOP Bills Would Block Some Legal Immigrants from Buying Texas Property

Asian Americans are rallying against the legislation, saying it's racially motivated and could have unintended consequences for the Texas economy.

texasmonthly.com

Sources: Texans hiring Troy offensive line coach, former Patriots coach Cole Popovich as assistant line coach

The Texans are hiring Troy University offensive line coach Cole Popovich, a former New England Patriots co-offensive line coach, as an assistant offensive line coach, according to league sources.

Gov. Greg Abbott promises to be 'heavily involved' in push for education savings accounts

The governor also backed criminalizing some treatments for transgender kids and shrugged off the idea that he’s in a policy rivalry with Ron DeSantis.

caller.com

Gov. Greg Abbott promises to be “heavily involved” in push for education savings accounts – Houston Public Media

In an interview with the Tribune, the governor also backed criminalizing some health care treatments for transgender kids and shrugged off the idea that he’s in a conservative policy rivalry with Ron DeSantis.

houstonpublicmedia.org

Property tax relief, education among Lt. Gov. Patrick’s legislative priorities

The lieutenant governor reserved Senate Bills 1-30 for his priorities, which he said he expects will be supported by the conservative majority of Texans.

communityimpact.com

H-E-B just beat out Amazon for top grocer in the U.S.

A recent consumer research study just confirmed what Texans already know, H-E-B is as good as it gets.

chron.com

Mexican political parties are courting voters living in Texas ahead of Mexico’s presidential election

Mexican migrants in Texas could play a role in choosing the country’s next president next year, and Mexican political leaders are setting up outreach networks.

chron.com

Mexican political parties are courting voters living in Texas ahead of Mexico’s presidential election

Mexican migrants in Texas could play a role in choosing the country’s next president next year, and Mexican political leaders are setting up outreach networks — including one in Dallas — to court expat voters.

Anniversary a great time to strengthen landmark law

The Texas Public Information Act — originally known as the Open Records Act when it passed in 1973 — was one of the strongest transparency laws in the nation. In the current Texas legislative session, we, the people, must protect and strengthen the Public Information Act and maintain our state’s open government legacy. Another coalition pillar is to allow recovery of attorneys’ fees if a requestor must sue to get public information. Many Texans believe our state is exceptional; the historic Public Information Act is one of the reasons it is special. Kelley Shannon is executive director of the Freedom of Information Foundation of Texas in Austin.

myrgv.com

Black and Hispanic Texans say they don’t trust the quality of their water

A survey was commissioned by the nonprofit organization Texas Water Trade and included responses from households in both border communities and in urban areas.

chron.com

Black and Hispanic Texans say they don’t trust the quality of their water

A survey was commissioned by the nonprofit organization Texas Water Trade and included responses from households in both rural border communities and in urban areas across Houston and Dallas-Fort Worth.

Governor to give statewide address from San Marcos today

Governor Greg Abbott will be holding His “State of the State” address in San Marcos today.[San Marcos, TX] [Hays County news] News San Marcos News, San Marcos Record [Texas State]

sanmarcosrecord.com

Roar of the Crowd: March 2023

Reader letters published in our March 2023 issue.

texasmonthly.com

Health officials urge Texans to be aware of scammers targeting SNAP benefits

Skimming and phishing scams are the most common ways criminals steal people’s Lone Star Card numbers and personal identification numbers, the Texas Health and Human Services Commission reported.

communityimpact.com

Capital Highlights — Abbott issues disaster declaration, seeks fed help

Gov. Greg Abbot has issued a disaster declaration for Texas counties affected by the early February ice storm and is seeking a federal declaration as well for areas in Southeast Texas affected by rare January tornadoes. The ice storm caused considerable damage to property and power outages in the affected areas. The declaration for icestorm damaged counties includes Denton,

sanmarcosrecord.com

Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick’s priority bills signal another swing at pushing Texas to the right

Speaking in December, Patrick was less out front about conservative priorities like school book bans and restrictions to rights for transgender people. His priority bill list made clear those are a major part of his focus.

Laredo hosts annual jalapeño festival for Pres. Washington's birthday

The two day festival will feature live music, different food options and a jalapeño eating contest called the hottest 15 minutes in South Texas.

lmtonline.com

Interview: Gary Kubiak talks retirement, DeMeco Ryans and Houston Texans

KPRC Sports Director Randy McIlvoy sat down with Gary Kubiak to talk retirement, DeMeco Ryans, the Houston Texans and more.

Source: Texans hire former Texas A&M quarterback, Vikings assistant Jerrod Johnson as quarterbacks coach

The Texans hired highly regarded Minnesota Vikings assistant and former Texas A&M quarterback Jerrod Johnson as their quarterbacks coach, according to a league source.

Sources: Bobby Slowik being hired as Texans offensive coordinator

San Francisco 49ers passing game coordinator Bobby Slowik is being hired as the Texans’ offensive coordinator job after remaining the top candidate throughout the process, according to league sources.

Sources: Texans hiring 49ers assistant Stephen Adegoke to coach safeties

The Texans are hiring San Francisco 49ers defensive quality control coach Stephen Adegoke as their new safeties coach, according to league sources.

Sources: Texans interviewing former Cardinals coach Kliff Kingsbury today in Houston for offensive coordinator job

The Texans are interviewing former Arizona Cardinals coach Kliff Kingsbury today in Houston at NRG Stadium for their offensive coordinator vacancy, according to league sources.

Texans retain strength and conditioning coach Mike Eubanks

The Texans have retained highly regarded veteran head strength and conditioning coach Mike Eubanks.

NFL’s Angriest Run of the Year winner: Texans Pro Bowl alternate running back Dameon Pierce

Dameon Pierce busted through tackles as a rookie and displayed breakaway speed as the Texans featured running back.

Insurance expert discusses filing claims, other tips after Winter Storm Mara

Ben Gonzalez, a spokesperson for the Texas Department of Insurance, spoke with Community Impact about the key things to know when filing an insurance claim in the wake of a natural disaster.

communityimpact.com

Source: Texans to interview Cardinals defensive line coach Matt Burke for defensive coordinator job

The Texans are scheduled to interview Arizona Cardinals defensive line coach Matt Burke for their defensive coordinator job, according to a league source.

We Texans Are on Our Own When Disasters Hit

Austin’s response to last week’s mild freeze is further evidence that some of the structures of society we used to count on are no longer reliable.

texasmonthly.com

Rural Central Texas’ plentiful trees make power outages a frustrating way of life after storms

Leon County’s judge wants the state to help clear trees around power lines after residents again go without electricity following another storm.

80 percent of Texans support raising minimum age to buy guns

As state and national mass shootings continue, more Texans favor age reforms for assault rifles.

chron.com

Source: Texans interviewed Marquand Manuel for defensive coordinator job

The Texans interviewed New York Jets safeties coach Marquand Manuel for their defensive coordinator jonb, according to a league source.

Texas extends emergency SNAP benefits for final month

Federal lawmakers designated February as the last month emergency food assistance would be available. However, eligible Texans will still receive regular monthly benefits.

communityimpact.com

Six Great Ski Spots for Texans

Looking for a quick getaway, a kid-friendly resort, or a cozy lodge? We’ve got you covered.

texasmonthly.com

Gov. Greg Abbott issues disaster declaration for Texas ice storm

Four days after an ice storm left hundreds of thousands of Texans without power, Gov. Greg Abbott issued a disaster declaration for seven counties impacted by the severe weather.[San Marcos, TX] [Hays County news] News San Marcos News, San Marcos Record [Texas State]

sanmarcosrecord.com

Sources: Texans request permission to interview Commanders’ Chris Harris, Jets’ Marquand Manuel for defensive coordinator job

The Texans have requested-notified the Washington Commanders that they want to interview secondary coach Chris Harris for their defensive coordinator vacancy, according to a league source.

Recent winter storms show Texas faces multiple challenges in fixing power issues – Houston Public Media

One local expert says there are steps to be taken to ensure this does not happen again, but they will be costly. Additionally, the grid itself is far from fixed.

houstonpublicmedia.org

Nearly 70 percent of Texas voters support legalizing weed

A new survey from the University of Houston's Hobby School shows that Texas is pretty down for legalizing recreational cannabis.

chron.com

Dameon Pierce on new Texans coach DeMeco Ryans: ‘Being fast and physical, having fun and winning ball games I think coach Ryans exemplifies that’

Dameon Pierce busted through tackles as a rookie and displayed breakaway speed as the Texans featured running back.

State leaders encourage Texans to report damage to homes, businesses caused by winter storm

Reporting damage to the state is entirely voluntary, but it can help officials measure how much damage has occurred and determine where resources are most urgently needed.

communityimpact.com

ERCOT unveils new 6-day supply and demand forecast

Similar to a weather forecast, the new dashboard provides Texans with an idea of what supply and demand for energy will look like in the future.

communityimpact.com

How the debt ceiling battle could affect Texas health care (Feb. 3, 2023) – Houston Public Media

On Friday's show: We get an update on the situation at the contaminated Jones Road Superfund Site and learn how the debt ceiling battle in Congress could lead to worse health care outcomes for Texans.

houstonpublicmedia.org

Texas cities debate costly infrastructure investments in age of extreme weather

Experts say local governments should prioritize extreme weather preparedness. Cost can be a deterring factor.

Most Texans support legalizing marijuana for medical use, poll finds – Houston Public Media

Currently, the state only allows the use of medical cannabis containing 1% THC by weight or less for a small number of medical conditions.

houstonpublicmedia.org

Most Texans support legalizing marijuana for medical use, poll finds – Houston Public Media

Currently, the state only allows the use of medical cannabis containing 1% THC by weight or less for a small number of medical conditions.

houstonpublicmedia.org

J.J. Watt back to Houston? Social media creates buzz after Houston Texans respond to former Texans star wearing ‘H-Town’ hoodie

JJ Watt may look like he’s enjoying his retirement from the NFL, but his latest tweet may possibly drop a hint.

How Texans coach DeMeco Ryans earned ‘Cap’ nickname from former teammate Travis Johnson, ‘battle of minds’ against Drew Brees outlined

When the Texans drafted DeMeco Ryans in the second round, they already had a projected starting middle linebacker in veteran Pro Bowl selection Sam Cowart and were contemplating how to align their defense.

Frustrated Texans endure winter storm with no power, heat

The mayor of the capital of Texas is acknowledging the frustration of residents shivering for more than a day without power during a winter storm.

DeMeco Ryans is the new head coach of the Texans: This is what people are saying on social media about the pick

DeMeco Ryans is the new head coach of the Houston Texans.

Texans hire DeMeco Ryans as new head coach on six-year contract: ‘DeMeco is awesome, he’s going to do great’

DeMeco Ryans, former defensive coordinator for the San Francisco 49ers, has officially been named the sixth head coach for the Houston Texans, sources confirmed Tuesday.

DeMeco Ryans as frontrunner: This is what people are saying on social media about the Texans’ next big step

This is what people are saying about the Houston Texans head coaching search.

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