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Why are Texans’ electricity bills so high right now?

Jimmy Maas, KUT / Mose Buchele, KUT / Kyra Buckley, KUT

Posted on August 11, 2022 · "It’s important to remember that ERCOT does not make electricity. This is like when you buy tickets to a concert. ERCOT is not Bon Jovi. ERCOT is not the arena. ERCOT in this analogy is Ticketmaster."

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Posted on February 18, 2020 · Eleven of the Democratic candidates running to challenge Republican U.S. Sen. John Cornyn will debate onstage starting at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday.

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Posted on February 5, 2019 · Sand-mining operations are moving west to be closer to oil operations, leaving behind small towns that depended on the industry.

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Five Months After Harvey, Port Aransas Is Still Rebuilding, But With An Eye Toward Tourists

Jimmy Maas, KUT

Posted on January 25, 2018 · Harvey came ashore just north of Port Aransas, Texas, as a Category 4 hurricane on Aug. 25. It caused widespread damage to the coastal community of 3,800

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New Texas Law Could Limit Penalties Paid By Insurers For Harvey-Related Disputes

Jimmy Maas, KUT

Posted on August 29, 2017 · A new law set to take effect Friday may limit damages insurance companies are responsible for if there’s a dispute with a policy-owner.

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