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Liberty Hill ISD Faces Rapid Growth, Santa Rita Middle Over Capacity for 2025 School Year

Rapid growth across Williamson County is reshaping the once-rural town of Liberty Hill, bringing a surge in development, new residents, and pressing challenges for local schools. “When I moved out here 5 years ago, it was very calm, very country,” said Natalie Menteer, a Liberty Hill resident. “Now, apartments going up, homes going up, a lot of businesses it’s growing fast.” That growth is being felt acutely in Liberty Hill ISD (LHISD), where student enrollment i

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24 Apr 2025 09:00 AM

Liberty Hill ISD Faces Rapid Growth, Santa Rita Middle Over Capacity for 2025 School Year

Rapid growth across Williamson County is reshaping the once-rural town of Liberty Hill, bringing a surge in development, new residents, and pressing challenges for local schools. “When I moved out here 5 years ago, it was very calm, very country,” said Natalie Menteer, a Liberty Hill resident. “Now, apartments going up, homes going up, a lot of businesses it’s growing fast.” That growth is being felt acutely in Liberty Hill ISD (LHISD), where student enrollment i

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Cameron County Votes on Incorporating Elon Musk’s Starbase as Official Texas City

As early voting begins across the state, residents of Cameron County are faced with a unique ballot question: Should Starbase, the South Texas hub for Elon Musk’s SpaceX, become an official city? Currently an unincorporated community situated about 25 miles east of Brownsville in the Rio Grande Valley, Starbase is home to SpaceX's starship development and production center. The community houses fewer than 500 residents, including around 120 children, most of whom are directly connec

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23 Apr 2025 10:09 AM

Cameron County Votes on Incorporating Elon Musk’s Starbase as Official Texas City

As early voting begins across the state, residents of Cameron County are faced with a unique ballot question: Should Starbase, the South Texas hub for Elon Musk’s SpaceX, become an official city? Currently an unincorporated community situated about 25 miles east of Brownsville in the Rio Grande Valley, Starbase is home to SpaceX's starship development and production center. The community houses fewer than 500 residents, including around 120 children, most of whom are directly connec

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Austin Police Audit Finds APD Lacks Long-Term Staffing Plan Despite $218M Contract Deal

A recent audit released by the City of Austin has revealed that the Austin Police Department (APD) still lacks a long-term recruitment and staffing plan, despite a landmark $218 million contract deal signed just six months ago to address the ongoing officer shortage. The findings come amid heightened scrutiny over public safety staffing in the capital city. According to the audit, APD’s vacancy rate has doubled to 18 percent between 2020 and 2024. While department leadership celebrates

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23 Apr 2025 09:20 AM

Austin Police Audit Finds APD Lacks Long-Term Staffing Plan Despite $218M Contract Deal

A recent audit released by the City of Austin has revealed that the Austin Police Department (APD) still lacks a long-term recruitment and staffing plan, despite a landmark $218 million contract deal signed just six months ago to address the ongoing officer shortage. The findings come amid heightened scrutiny over public safety staffing in the capital city. According to the audit, APD’s vacancy rate has doubled to 18 percent between 2020 and 2024. While department leadership celebrates

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Texas Hospitals Report Millions in Care for Undocumented Patients Amid Push for Annual Immigration Data

Preliminary data collected from hospitals across Texas reveals that tens of thousands of undocumented patients received medical treatment in recent months, costing the state’s health care system millions of dollars, according to testimony from a state health official this week. During a House Public Health Committee hearing on Monday, lawmakers reviewed a new bill introduced by Rep. Mike Olcott (R–Fort Worth) that would formalize Governor Greg Abbott’s 2024 executive order r

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22 Apr 2025 05:06 AM

Texas Hospitals Report Millions in Care for Undocumented Patients Amid Push for Annual Immigration Data

Preliminary data collected from hospitals across Texas reveals that tens of thousands of undocumented patients received medical treatment in recent months, costing the state’s health care system millions of dollars, according to testimony from a state health official this week. During a House Public Health Committee hearing on Monday, lawmakers reviewed a new bill introduced by Rep. Mike Olcott (R–Fort Worth) that would formalize Governor Greg Abbott’s 2024 executive order r

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Texas May 2025 Joint and Special Election: Early Voting Dates, Locations, and County Info

The May 2025 Joint and Special Election in Texas presents an opportunity for registered voters to participate in shaping their local leadership, including city council members, school board trustees, and other key municipal positions. Early voting begins this Monday, April 22, and runs through Tuesday, April 29, offering voters the chance to cast their ballots ahead of the official election day on May 3, 2025. Early Voting: Who Can Vote? Any registered v

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21 Apr 2025 09:20 AM

Texas May 2025 Joint and Special Election: Early Voting Dates, Locations, and County Info

The May 2025 Joint and Special Election in Texas presents an opportunity for registered voters to participate in shaping their local leadership, including city council members, school board trustees, and other key municipal positions. Early voting begins this Monday, April 22, and runs through Tuesday, April 29, offering voters the chance to cast their ballots ahead of the official election day on May 3, 2025. Early Voting: Who Can Vote? Any registered v

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Lewisville FD Finds Body in Copperas Branch Lake Linked to I-35E Crash

In a tragic discovery over the weekend, the Lewisville Fire Department’s dive team recovered a body from Copperas Branch Lake, located just west of I-35E. According to the Lewisville Police Department, the recovery occurred shortly after 11 a.m. on Sunday. The deceased individual is believed to be the driver involved in a single-vehicle crash that happened early Saturday morning. The incident unfolded around 3:30 a.m. Saturday near the 2900 block of the northbound lanes of I

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14 Apr 2025 04:37 AM

Lewisville FD Finds Body in Copperas Branch Lake Linked to I-35E Crash

In a tragic discovery over the weekend, the Lewisville Fire Department’s dive team recovered a body from Copperas Branch Lake, located just west of I-35E. According to the Lewisville Police Department, the recovery occurred shortly after 11 a.m. on Sunday. The deceased individual is believed to be the driver involved in a single-vehicle crash that happened early Saturday morning. The incident unfolded around 3:30 a.m. Saturday near the 2900 block of the northbound lanes of I

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Austin Bets on Water Reuse, Conservation, and Storage to Secure Long-Term Supply Amid Growth

Faced with the challenge of limited future water sources and rapid population growth, the city of Austin is ramping up its efforts in water reuse, conservation, and underground storage as part of an ambitious long-term strategy to meet demand for decades to come. At a recent infrastructure summit hosted by the Austin Chamber of Commerce, water planners and city leaders outlined Austin's evolving strategy, which centers on extending the lifespan of its current water resources through smart

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09 Apr 2025 06:34 AM

Austin Bets on Water Reuse, Conservation, and Storage to Secure Long-Term Supply Amid Growth

Faced with the challenge of limited future water sources and rapid population growth, the city of Austin is ramping up its efforts in water reuse, conservation, and underground storage as part of an ambitious long-term strategy to meet demand for decades to come. At a recent infrastructure summit hosted by the Austin Chamber of Commerce, water planners and city leaders outlined Austin's evolving strategy, which centers on extending the lifespan of its current water resources through smart

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330,000 People Affected by Cancer Cluster in East Harris County, Texas: Study Reveals Toxic Threat

A recently released study by the Texas Department of Health Services has revealed that around 330,000 people residing in East Harris County, Texas, are living within a cancer cluster spanning 250 square miles along the San Jacinto River. The report was shared in a community meeting held Tuesday evening in Highlands, drawing emotional reactions and urgent calls for action from residents. The study was initiated at the request of the Texas Health and Environment Alliance (THEA), a nonprofit adv

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09 Apr 2025 06:04 AM

330,000 People Affected by Cancer Cluster in East Harris County, Texas: Study Reveals Toxic Threat

A recently released study by the Texas Department of Health Services has revealed that around 330,000 people residing in East Harris County, Texas, are living within a cancer cluster spanning 250 square miles along the San Jacinto River. The report was shared in a community meeting held Tuesday evening in Highlands, drawing emotional reactions and urgent calls for action from residents. The study was initiated at the request of the Texas Health and Environment Alliance (THEA), a nonprofit adv

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University of Texas Ends Flags Program, Shifts to Skill-Based Curriculum Amid DEI Debate

The University of Texas at Austin has announced the immediate termination of its Flags program, a cornerstone of its graduation requirements for the past two decades. The university will replace it with a skills-based educational model designed to better align with workforce demands, student flexibility, and public scrutiny around diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives. The Flags program required undergraduates to complete coursework in cultural diversity, global cultures, ethics,

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08 Apr 2025 06:40 AM

University of Texas Ends Flags Program, Shifts to Skill-Based Curriculum Amid DEI Debate

The University of Texas at Austin has announced the immediate termination of its Flags program, a cornerstone of its graduation requirements for the past two decades. The university will replace it with a skills-based educational model designed to better align with workforce demands, student flexibility, and public scrutiny around diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives. The Flags program required undergraduates to complete coursework in cultural diversity, global cultures, ethics,

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Texas Lawmakers Target Houston-Dallas Bullet Train with New Bills to Block Local, State Funding

Efforts to halt the long-discussed Houston-to-Dallas high-speed rail project have returned to the Texas state legislature, reigniting a decade-long battle over one of the most ambitious transportation proposals in the state’s history. The Texas Central Railway project, which aims to connect Houston and Dallas in under 90 minutes using Japan’s Shinkansen bullet train technology, is once again under scrutiny in Austin, where lawmakers are advancing bills aimed at limiting or complet

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08 Apr 2025 06:40 AM

Texas Lawmakers Target Houston-Dallas Bullet Train with New Bills to Block Local, State Funding

Efforts to halt the long-discussed Houston-to-Dallas high-speed rail project have returned to the Texas state legislature, reigniting a decade-long battle over one of the most ambitious transportation proposals in the state’s history. The Texas Central Railway project, which aims to connect Houston and Dallas in under 90 minutes using Japan’s Shinkansen bullet train technology, is once again under scrutiny in Austin, where lawmakers are advancing bills aimed at limiting or complet

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Carrollton Water Main Break Creates Massive Ice Scene, Disrupts Businesses and Roads

A water main break in Carrollton early Thursday morning transformed the area into an unexpected winter spectacle. The incident, caused by freezing temperatures that led a pipe to burst, covered roads, vehicles, and power lines in thick layers of ice. While the scene was picturesque for some, it caused significant disruptions for local businesses and commuters. The city of Carrollton confirmed that the leak was reported at approximately 3:00 a.m. via its 24-hour

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21 Feb 2025 05:39 AM

Carrollton Water Main Break Creates Massive Ice Scene, Disrupts Businesses and Roads

A water main break in Carrollton early Thursday morning transformed the area into an unexpected winter spectacle. The incident, caused by freezing temperatures that led a pipe to burst, covered roads, vehicles, and power lines in thick layers of ice. While the scene was picturesque for some, it caused significant disruptions for local businesses and commuters. The city of Carrollton confirmed that the leak was reported at approximately 3:00 a.m. via its 24-hour

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Liberty Hill ISD Faces Rapid Growth, Santa Rita Middle Over Capacity for 2025 School Year

Liberty Hill ISD Faces Rapid Growth, Santa Rita Middle Over Capacity for 2025 School Year

Cameron County Votes on Incorporating Elon Musk’s Starbase as Official Texas City

Cameron County Votes on Incorporating Elon Musk’s Starbase as Official Texas City

Austin Police Audit Finds APD Lacks Long-Term Staffing Plan Despite $218M Contract Deal

Austin Police Audit Finds APD Lacks Long-Term Staffing Plan Despite $218M Contract Deal

Texas Hospitals Report Millions in Care for Undocumented Patients Amid Push for Annual Immigration Data

Texas Hospitals Report Millions in Care for Undocumented Patients Amid Push for Annual Immigration Data

Texas May 2025 Joint and Special Election: Early Voting Dates, Locations, and County Info

Texas May 2025 Joint and Special Election: Early Voting Dates, Locations, and County Info

Lewisville FD Finds Body in Copperas Branch Lake Linked to I-35E Crash

Lewisville FD Finds Body in Copperas Branch Lake Linked to I-35E Crash

Austin Bets on Water Reuse, Conservation, and Storage to Secure Long-Term Supply Amid Growth

Austin Bets on Water Reuse, Conservation, and Storage to Secure Long-Term Supply Amid Growth

330,000 People Affected by Cancer Cluster in East Harris County, Texas: Study Reveals Toxic Threat

330,000 People Affected by Cancer Cluster in East Harris County, Texas: Study Reveals Toxic Threat

University of Texas Ends Flags Program, Shifts to Skill-Based Curriculum Amid DEI Debate

University of Texas Ends Flags Program, Shifts to Skill-Based Curriculum Amid DEI Debate

Texas Lawmakers Target Houston-Dallas Bullet Train with New Bills to Block Local, State Funding

Texas Lawmakers Target Houston-Dallas Bullet Train with New Bills to Block Local, State Funding

Carrollton Water Main Break Creates Massive Ice Scene, Disrupts Businesses and Roads

Carrollton Water Main Break Creates Massive Ice Scene, Disrupts Businesses and Roads

Mojtaba Khamenei Nuclear Policy Raises US Concerns

Arlington firefighters rescue pet toucan Chester trapped behind dishwasher

Emirates places $38B order for 65 Boeing 777-9 jets at Dubai Airshow

Iran condemns Israeli flotilla raid as piracy amid global protests

Jagan Reddy Denies Bribery Allegations Over Adani Power Deal

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