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State agency that oversees Texas power grid needs more money to do its job, Sunset Commission finds

Emily Foxhall, Texas Tribune

Posted on January 12, 2023 · The Public Utility Commission has about 200 employees but needs more to handle shoring up the state power grid and tackling an expanded list of regulatory duties, according to the state Sunset Advisory Commission.

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Joe Biden tours El Paso for first border visit of his presidency

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Posted on January 9, 2023 · He was greeted by Gov. Greg Abbott upon arrival at the El Paso airport. Abbott has been a chief critic of Biden’s immigration policies and has frequently called on him to visit the border over the past year.

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How Texans helped plot, foment and carry out the Jan. 6 insurrection

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Posted on January 6, 2023 · From those who planted the seeds of Trump’s strategy to try to challenge the election, to others who sowed doubt and anger by spreading baseless election-fraud conspiracy theories, Texans played major roles in the deadly riot at the U.S. Capitol two years ago.

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Ahead of Biden’s visit to Texas, White House announces new efforts to curb unauthorized immigration

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After El Paso Shooting, Experts Say Mental Illness Is Not To Blame For Gun Violence

Syeda Hasan, KERA News

Posted on August 7, 2019 · Governor Greg Abbott has said mental health "is a large contributor to any type of violence or shooting violence."

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Man Shot In Gunfire Exchange Outside Dallas Courthouse Dies

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Posted on June 17, 2019 · A shooting occurred Monday morning at the Earl Cabell Federal Building in downtown Dallas.

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After Bombings, Uncomfortable Truths Emerge About Racial Divides In Austin

Syeda Hasan, KERA News

Posted on March 29, 2018 · People often use a shorthand to describe Austin: It's weird; it’s a progressive city; it’s a blueberry in a sea of tomato soup. But a sort of alternate reality exists for many residents of color. There have been moments over the past month that have highlighted this racial divide.

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As Austin Police Look For Links Between Bomb Victims, Residents Offer Own Theories

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Posted on March 15, 2018 · Police are looking into reported connections between House and Mason, who were both members of prominent African-American families in Austin

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This Texas Law Lets Your Landlord Take Your TV If You Don’t Pay Rent

Syeda Hasan, KERA News

Posted on February 28, 2018 · Fred Fuchs, an attorney with Texas RioGrande Legal Aid, says a landlord can take a tenant’s property only because of unpaid rent – not past due utilities, maintenance or other costs

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Trump Administration’s Push For Citizenship Question On Census Alarms Critics

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After Immigration Enforcement, Some Builders See a Slowdown in Construction

Syeda Hasan, KERA News

Posted on February 26, 2017 · An increase in immigration enforcement and proposed policies from President Donald Trump may be taking a toll on businesses that rely on an immigrant workforce.

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Texas Craft Brewers Win Suit Over Distribution Rights

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Posted on August 26, 2016 · A state judge has struck down a Texas law that limits the distribution rights of craft brewers.

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Activists Criticize Houston NAACP For Honoring Harris County DA

Syeda Hasan, KERA News

Posted on February 11, 2016 · The Houston N.A.A.C.P today honored the Harris County District Attorney for her efforts to lower incarceration rates, but some activists are criticizing their decision.

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State Senator Rodney Ellis Visits Waller County, Asks Texas Lawmakers To Enact Criminal Justice Reforms

Syeda Hasan, KERA News

Posted on February 11, 2016 · The proposed policy is inspired in part by the Sandra Bland case.

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Fire Warning In Effect For Harris County

Syeda Hasan, KERA News

Posted on February 9, 2016 · County officials are asking residents to be careful with items that can spark fires.

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Houston Healthcare Providers Screen Pregnant Women For Zika Virus

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Posted on February 8, 2016 · They’re asking patients about their travel history, and whether they’re experiencing any symptoms of the virus.

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Rice University Hosts Free CPR Training

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Posted on February 5, 2016 · More than 20,000 Texans are expected to take part in the free, 20-minute training.

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Health & Science

Anti-Abortion Activist Faces Two Indictments In Houston Court

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Posted on February 4, 2016 · California residents David Daleiden and Sandra Merritt created a fake company, BioMax, and used fake drivers license to get inside the Houston Planned Parenthood.

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Report: Texas Needs Stronger Policies To Lower Tobacco Use

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Posted on February 3, 2016 · Researchers say Texas needs stronger policies to curb tobacco use, and state leaders could look to Houston as an example.

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