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Texas Ranked Worst State In America For Quality Of Life
Results from a recent study just dropped a bombshell for Texas, dubbing it the absolute worst state to live in America. According to a recent CNBC study, it's not all boot-scootin' big smiles in the Lone Star state. Healthcare is scarce, and money problems are hitting hard, making life tough for many Texans every single day.
Collin County Among Longest Life Expectancies In Texas
Life expectancy rates in the United States have risen significantly over the past fifty years, increasing by nearly seven years. Several factors influence life expectancy, including genetics, alcohol and tobacco use, diet, body weight and physical activity levels. But your place of residence also plays a critical role, as it impacts access to healthcare, the availability of healthy food options and opportunities for maintaining an active lifestyle. According to 2024 County Health Rankings & Roadmaps from the University of Wisconsin Population Health Institute, ranked by Stacker, Collin County is among the counties with the longest life expectancy in Texas. In Collin County,...
GOP-led states continue pitching in to Texas' Operation Lone Star to crack down on immigration
Conservative officials across the country vowed earlier this year to deploy National Guard Troops to help reverse what they called "President Joe Biden's border crisis." Overall, more than a dozen states have dug into their own budgets to send more personnel to the area, a new report shows. The report...
Governor Abbott says Trump 'truly blessed by the hand of God'
Governor Greg Abbott says the assassination attempt of former President Donald Trump was an “outrage.” Abbott talked about the shooting while meeting with reporters about Hurricane Beryl Sunday in Houston.
Texas judge blocks federal rule expanding Title IX protections for LGBTQ+ students statewide
TEXAS, USA — A federal judge last week granted a temporary injunction, blocking expanded Title IX protections for LGBTQ+ students from taking effect in August in Texas. The changes to Title IX, announced by the U.S. Department of Education in April, clarify that it also protects against discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity. Title IX is a law introduced in 1972 that bans discrimination on the basis of sex in education programs or activities receiving federal financial assistance. The expanded protections were set to take effect Aug. 1.
Texas death row inmate one day away from execution loses last-minute bid to save his life
The Texas Board of Pardons and Paroles has denied a clemency application filed by Ruben Gutierrez, paving the way for his execution for the murder of a woman over two decades ago. Concretely, the board said that they "have completed their consideration" of the request and that after a "full...
East Texas experts weigh in on U.S. Supreme Court ruling that allows gun restrictions for domestic violence suspects
TYLER, Texas (KLTV) - According to the Texas Council on Family Violence, domestic violence is increasing across the state and the number of women killed by an intimate partner has nearly doubled. Last month, the U.S. Supreme Court upheld an existing ruling. It states that a protective order can bar...
Here are the finalists to be Austin's next Chief of Police
AUSTIN, Texas — Austin has narrowed down the search for its next chief of police to two people. More than 30 candidates submitted their applications to take over the Austin Police Department with only one of them being a current APD employee. Who are the finalists?. Officials will pick...
Sights & Sounds of Christmas put on pause in San Marcos
SAN MARCOS, Texas — Since 1987, a Central Texas nonprofit has been bringing holiday festivities to the San Marcos community. Each year, the Sights & Sounds of Christmas has hosted its two-week-long celebration, featuring a carnival, Santa's Gift Shop, reindeer games and more. “It’s more than a Christmas festival,”...
TCEQ Greenlights Comal Vulcan Quarry Project, Opponents to Appeal
Central Comal County residents are about to meet the “new neighbor” grassroots activists have warned them about for years. The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) on July 8 greenlit Alabama-based Vulcan Materials Company’s plans to turn the former Eric White ranch into a 1,500-acre open-pit limestone quarry between Bulverde and New Braunfels near State Highway 46 and FM 3009.
Affidavit: Homeless woman shot Leander park employee after belongings touched
New details have emerged in the shooting of a City of Leander employee at a local park, with police saying the incident was sparked when the victim accidentally touched the suspect's belongings. According to a police affidavit, the shooting occurred on July 12 at approximately 6:43 a.m. at Benbrook Ranch...
BackPack Program provides children with nutritious food
AUSTIN, Texas - On July 16, the Austin Board of REALTORS Foundation and the Central Texas Food Bank will assemble snack bags for the food bank’s BackPack Program. This program provides children with nutritious and easy-to-prepare food to ensure they have enough to eat on weekends. Over 300 volunteers...
Family Owned Texas Ranch Near Austin On Sale For $11.9 Million
A Huge Ranch Near Austin That's Been Owned By One Family For Over A Century Is On The Market. Texas has LOTS of land for sale as you probably know but its rare that you see something like this: A family owned property with its own lake and so much more!
14-year-old boy shot dead in front of his Southeast Side home
SAN ANTONIO - A 14-year-old boy was gunned down in front of his home late Monday night on the Southeast Side. The deadly shooting happened around 11:45 p.m. Monday on South Mittman Street near Goliad Road. Family members told police that they saw the boy, identified as Timothy Chavez, walk...
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