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In a North Texas House race, two Asian candidates campaign on their version of the American Dream
GARLAND — Rep. Angie Chen Button, 70, is living the American Dream. After immigrating from Taiwan to Texas for graduate school at 24, she improved her English, climbed the corporate ladder and was elected to the state House, where she has served eight terms as the only Asian American woman in the Legislature.
Texas Teachers Are the Best and Rank #1: For Being Overworked
I've always heard it said that "teaching is one of the most challenging professions," and it’s easy to see why. Across Texas, teachers are not only overworked but significantly underpaid for the dedication and hours they commit to shaping the minds of our future. On average, Texas teachers clock...
Beto O’Rourke visits UTA, encourages young voters
Former U.S. Rep. Beto O’Rourke made Monday’s first day of school a memorable one, visiting campus to speak with students about voter registration and the upcoming presidential election. Part of a multiple-event series, First Week of Class with Beto, the Texas native will travel to different universities in...
Gov. Abbott signs border agreement with Coahuila
AUSTIN, Texas - A mutual cooperation agreement between Texas and the Mexican state of Coahuila was signed today in Austin on Monday. The economic deal comes as tensions over immigration reform remain high and as democrats kick off their national convention in Chicago. The statement of mutual cooperation signed by...
Central Texans watch water, sewage bills skyrocket
TEXAS, USA — Central Texans are flooding social media with pictures of their water and sewage bills, which have more than tripled in some areas. City officials in Hewitt, Temple and Waco say rates haven't increased since last year. According to Hewitt City Manager Bo Thomas, the only reason...
Denton faces potential Stage 2 drought measures amid ongoing repairs
DENTON, Texas — The City of Denton is on the brink of implementing Stage 2 drought measures as water demands continue to surge. If water usage surpasses 38 million gallons for a third consecutive day, Stage 2 drought measures will be enforced starting tomorrow, Aug. 20, according to a press release from the city. The increased demand stems from ongoing repairs to two damaged filters at one of Denton's water treatment facilities, which have temporarily reduced treatment capacity.
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