Kay Granger, Pioneering Texas Politician, Passes Away at 83
Kay Granger, the first female mayor of Fort Worth and long-serving Congresswoman, has died.
Jubal VargasAugust 3, 20261 min read
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Texas Cities Shine in Safety Rankings, Plano Takes 2nd Place | The Colony
A new study ranks Plano as the second safest large city in the U.S., with Laredo also in the top 10.
Jubal VargasJuly 31, 20262 min read
Texas Advances Driverless Vehicle Industry, Promising Traffic Relief for The Colony
A study indicates that fully autonomous vehicles could reduce traffic delays in Dallas-Fort Worth by 33 percent.
Jubal VargasJuly 30, 20263 min read
Texas Governor Attends Opening of Nation's First Safe House for Male Trafficking Survivors
Governor Greg Abbott attended the grand opening of Bob's House of Hope in Justin, described as the nation's first safe house exclusively for adult male survivors of human trafficking, and pointed to newly signed laws that stiffen penalties for traffickers.
Jubal VargasJuly 30, 20261 min read
Abbott Reappoints All Ten Texas Business Court Judges to New Two-Year Terms
Governor Greg Abbott reappointed all ten judges of the Texas Business Court to new two-year terms beginning September 1, keeping the specialized commercial court's full inaugural bench in place.
Jubal VargasJuly 29, 20261 min read
Texas Awards $5.8 Million in Grants to Train Emergency and Trauma Care Doctors and Nurses
Twenty-four grants to graduate medical and nursing schools will expand emergency and trauma care training partnerships between hospitals and medical programs across Texas.
Isabel TeagueJuly 29, 20261 min read
Texas Agencies Implement New Rules for Data Center Power Costs
The Public Utility Commission of Texas and ERCOT are adopting measures requiring data centers to cover transmission costs and contribute to residential bill relief following Governor Abbott's directive.
Jubal VargasJuly 28, 20262 min read
Texas Secures Injunction Against Discord Over Child Safety Measures
The Texas Attorney General has obtained a temporary injunction requiring Discord to implement age-verification and safety protocols for users in the state.
Jubal VargasJuly 28, 20262 min read
Diode Withdraws Texas Data Center Plan Following Governor’s New Standards
Governor Greg Abbott announced that Diode will not proceed with a proposed data center near Cedar Creek Lake, citing failure to meet new state directives.
Jubal VargasJuly 28, 20262 min read
Texas Law Expands Authority of Regents Over Universities, Affecting Course Reviews
Texas university leaders reported on the implementation of Senate Bill 37, affecting curriculum.
Jubal VargasJuly 28, 20262 min read
$300 Million Allocated for Flood Preparedness in New Texas Legislation
Texas laws are directing $300 million toward flood preparedness and grid security.
Isabel TeagueJuly 28, 20262 min read
'King of the Hill' Season 15 Features 10 New Episodes Set in Richardson's Arlen | The Colony
The latest season of 'King of the Hill' includes 10 episodes inspired by Richardson.
Jubal VargasJuly 27, 20261 min read
Texas Regulators Move to Shield Home Electric Bills From Data Center Growth
Texas utility regulators and ERCOT outlined steps meant to keep households from paying for the power infrastructure that new data centers require, responding to a directive from Governor Abbott.
Jubal VargasJuly 26, 20262 min read
Texas Extends Application Window for Workforce Pell Grant Training Programs
Texas is giving colleges and technical schools more time to submit short-term training programs for the new federal Workforce Pell Grant, a move state officials say will widen access to career credentials across the state.
Isabel TeagueJuly 25, 20261 min read
Texas Regulators Move to Keep Data Center Growth From Raising Home Electric Bills
State utility regulators and the ERCOT grid operator have outlined steps to make data centers pay for the infrastructure they require, part of an effort officials say is aimed at keeping residential electric bills affordable.
Jubal VargasJuly 25, 20261 min read
Texas Officials Warn of Charity Scams After Flooding: How to Give Safely
The Texas Attorney General's office has issued a consumer alert on charity scams after the state's flooding, with tips on how to donate safely and avoid fraud.
Isabel TeagueJuly 24, 20261 min read
Texas Tax-Free Weekend Is August 7-9: What Qualifies for Back-to-School Shopping
Texas' back-to-school sales tax holiday runs August 7-9, 2026. Clothing, shoes, backpacks and school supplies under $100 are exempt from state and local sales tax.
Jubal VargasJuly 24, 20261 min read
Texas Awards Over $114 Million in Housing Tax Credits for Affordable Rentals
Texas awarded more than $114 million in housing tax credits to finance 70 affordable rental developments, expected to support over 4,400 units statewide.
Jubal VargasJuly 24, 20261 min read
Texas Extends SNAP Replacement Deadline for Flood-Affected Residents
Texas extended the deadline for flood-affected SNAP recipients to request replacement benefits through August 3.
Isabel TeagueJuly 23, 20261 min read
Texas Appoints Advisers for Early Childhood Intervention Services
Gov. Greg Abbott appointed three members to the Early Childhood Intervention Advisory Committee on July 22, a panel that advises the Texas Health and Human Services Commission on services for infants and toddlers with developmental needs or risks.
Jubal VargasJuly 22, 20261 min read
Kelly Reilly Stars in 'Dutton Ranch,' Filmed Across North Texas
The new series 'Dutton Ranch' features filming locations throughout North Texas.
Jubal VargasJuly 21, 20261 min read