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Did Texas ban cities from mandating that businesses provide heat and water breaks for workers?
Editor’s Note: El Paso Matters is partnering with Gigafact to produce “fact briefs” that examine claims about issues shaping our community. A state law passed in June 2023 prevents local governments in Texas from mandating businesses implement practices, such as employment leave and breaks, that exceed or conflict with federal or state law for employers. The bill went into effect on Sept. 1, 2023, even after a state district judge called it unconstitutional.
Indiana and Illinois Arby’s Locations Affected by Franchisee Bankruptcy
After filing for bankruptcy, a small Arby's franchisee is selling some locations and closing others. Miracle Restaurant Group LLC, a company based out of Louisiana has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection. Miracle owns 25 Arby's locations in Indiana, Illinois, Louisiana, Mississippi, and Texas. This isn't Miracle Restaurant Group's first Chapter 11 filing according to Nation's Restaurant News,
Another heat advisory in effect for the Fourth of July ahead of rare cold front
NORTH TEXAS – A hot Fourth of July is on the way.Another heat advisory is in effect Thursday due to dew point temperatures being in the low 70s, meaning temperatures will feel like 107 to 109 degrees.The heat advisory goes away Friday thanks to a rare July cold front that will move in later tonight. There will be a 20% to 40% chance of scattered showers and some storms going into the early morning hours. The timing looks to cooperate with any fireworks celebrations but stay weather aware, especially along Red River Counties.The front slides through Friday and temperatures drop...
New York Bans Gas Powered Lawn Equipment. Is Texas Next?
There's been a lot of movement lately in the United States about going electric for many different things powered by gas. We've seen a huge push for electric cars lately, and now some states are banning gas-powered lawn equipment. So, is Texas going to fall into that spot?. Here's what...
One Blood Donation Could Save Three Lives
WACO, Texas (FOX 44) – As Texans prepare to celebrate Independence Day with fireworks and festivities, hospitals across the state are facing a critical shortage of blood donations, heightening concerns about their ability to treat potential injuries from holiday accidents. Last year alone, thousands of firework-related injuries were reported in Texas, many affecting children. According […]
Traveling for Fourth of July? So are a record-breaking 5.6M Texans, AAA says
They say everything’s bigger in Texas, and if AAA estimates are right, the state will break travel records this Independence Day weekend. A record-breaking 5.6 million people are expected to roam the state over the Fourth of July holiday, which is set to be the biggest Independence Day for travel in Texas history, according to AAA.
Skinner awarded for investment education commitment
— Tyler County Auditor Jackie Skinner was recognized recently by the Texas Association of Counties (TAC) for five years of outstanding dedication to county investment education. The honor was presented during the 2024 Conference of the County Investment Academy held June 10-12 in Irving. Skinner stood out as one of...
4th of July forecast | HOT with clear skies for fireworks
HOUSTON (CW39) – Hot and humid conditions one again as our streak of Heat Advisories issued for SE Texas continues. Highs in the upper 90s this afternoon with feels-like temps near 108. There is a small chance for showers/ storms to develop alone the sea breeze after lunch. These will be short lived and VERY isolated. Don’t count on them to ruin your day plans.
Be the First to Win Millions with These 3 New Texas Scratch Offs
July is here, and the Texas Lottery has introduced three new scratch-off games. These games went into circulation as of July 1. Each of the three games has impressive top-tier payouts. Let's take a look. $250,000 50X Crossword. This $10 scratch-off is a new version of a game with the...
Answering your questions about Texas ending state vehicle inspections
Starting in 2025, Texas will no longer require car owners to complete state vehicle inspections in order to renew a non-commercial vehicle registration. The new law sparked questions from KXAN's viewers and social media followers.
Texas inmates in uncooled prisons plead for relief in another hot summer
TDCJ tells Nexstar eight inmates and 10 staff members have had heat-related illnesses this year. They say their heat protocol measures are effective and include water coolers, fans, respite areas, and "heat sensitivity scores" for at-risk inmates.
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