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Texans will help conduct test runs for the next census in 2030
TEXAS, USA — A focus on counting "historically undercounted populations" will bring the U.S. Census Bureau to Texas in 2026. Officials say six places will host practice runs for the 2030 U.S. census. Residents in West Texas, along with portions of Alabama, Arizona, Colorado, North Carolina and South Carolina,...
Summer feeding programs help reduce child hunger, keep Central Texas students healthy ahead of next academic year
WACO, Texas (KWTX) - For many children the cafeteria is a place to relax and refuel as they prepare to learn in class during the school year, and now that summer is here, Central Texas school districts have set up feeding locations to make sure their students stay healthy ahead of the new school year.
Texas DPS Offices Reopen After Crowdstrike Incidents
You can now count the Texas DPS driver's license offices among the victims of the global Crowdstrike incident. Though offices were closed last week due to the computer systems being down, all are reopened now according to cbsaustin.com. The closures were all about one bad software update. The same outage...
Ride to Decide comes to North Texas with pro-abortion message as election season heats up
DALLAS — Being a reproductive rights advocate wasn’t something that crossed Lauren Miller’s mind. “I had always been pro-choice, but despite that, you don't ever think that these bans are going to impact you,” Miller said. That changed in 2022 when doctors told her and her...
Former Texas State Representative Jim Pitts Passes Away at 73
DALLAS, Texas — Former Texas State Representative Jim Pitts passed away shortly before midnight on July 20, 2024, at Baylor Hospital in Dallas, surrounded by his loved ones. Jim Pitts dedicated his life to public service, representing House District 10 in the Texas House of Representatives from 1993 to 2015. His district comprised Ellis County, Hill County, and a portion of Henderson County. During his tenure, he served as Chairman of Appropriations from 2005 to 2007 and from 2009 to 2015. Representative Pitts was known for his commitment to education, fiscal responsibility, and advocating for the needs of his constituents.
Rep. Doggett on Democratic enthusiasm for Harris: 'Now we have a fighting chance'
With Democratic support for Vice President Kamala Harris as the nominee seems to be solidifying, some in the party still want to see an open convention. Rep. Lloyd Doggett of Texas was the first Democratic lawmaker to call on President Biden to abandon his bid. Now he's calling for an open convention. Amna Nawaz spoke with Rep. Doggett about his thoughts.
JUST IN: Girl Scouts Of Northeast Texas’ Women Of Distinction Luncheon Honorees, Deets Revealed
Leaving the teen years behind, the Girl Scouts of Northeast Texas is preparing for the 20th Annual Women of Distinction Luncheon. And Luncheon Co-Chairs Andrea Weber and Kim Williams have arranged for an all-star group to be honored, thanks to presenting sponsor Verizon. According to GSNETX Board Member/Verizon SVP/Coastal Plains...
Cedar Park Traffic Restored, Vehicle Crash Leads to Temporary Lane Closures on Bagdad Road
Travel disruption followed a vehicle crash on Bagdad Road in Cedar Park on Sunday, with road closures initially reported by the Cedar Park Police Department. According to KXAN, the accident resulted in the temporary shutdown of all lanes in the 1700 block of Bagdad Road, impacting the stretch between New Hope Drive and Whitestone Boulevard.
Q&A: What to know about Texas public school funding challenges
Community Impact spoke with Raise Your Hand Texas’ Bob Popinski about how school districts spend their money and what Texans can expect during next year’s legislative session. (Courtesy Raise Your Hand Texas) As July comes to a close, many Texas families are preparing to send their children back...
Open Registration – EMT Classes On Texas College Campuses
With an ever-growing population in Texas, paramedics are critical and are often the initial protectors of public safety during emergencies. They have the training and expertise to handle the effects of disasters and crises, provide medical care, and often prevent further harm or death. This is why Emergency Medical Technician...
La Linea Cartel Leader’s Capture Unveils Hidden Texas Mass Grave
In August 2023, Border Patrol agents caught sight of a lone Hispanic male shuffling along the shoulder of FM 170, near the city of Presidio, Texas. Assuming he was a Mexican national from across the border, they approached with a request for identification, which was provided. Upon inspection, it was determined that the man was a U.S. citizen who had illegally re-entered the States by crossing the river, rather than the port-of-entry.
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