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Federal Panel Says It Won’t Have Oversight Of High-Speed Rail Project

Gail Delaughter

Posted on July 19, 2016 · Federal officials are saying “no thanks” to getting involved in a proposed, high-speed rail line between Houston and Dallas. That means the state will have to make some big decisions on how that project goes forward.

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Posted on February 15, 2022 · We reflect on the anniversary of last year’s freeze and massive and sustained power outages and discuss what -- if anything -- has been done to better prepare the Texas energy grid for such events.

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Republican U.S. Rep. Kevin Brady Will Retire From Congress At The End Of His Term

Abby Livingston, The Texas Tribune

Posted on April 14, 2021 · The Montgomery County Republican has served in Congress for more than two decades.

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Here’s How Houston-Area Representatives Voted On Trump’s Latest Impeachment

Paul DeBenedetto

Posted on January 13, 2021 · The final "yes" votes to impeach included every Houston Democrat, and no Texas Republicans.

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High-Speed Train Between Dallas And Houston Gets Federal Approval

Juan Pablo Garnham, The Texas Tribune

Posted on September 21, 2020 · The railroad plans to connect Texas' two biggest cities within 90 minutes. Construction could begin in the first half of next year.

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