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A demonstrator outside the U.S. Supreme Court as justices heard oral arguments regarding the Trump administration’s bid to end the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program.
After Supreme Court ruling, Texas DACA case could offer another chance at ending program
The Trump Administration is looking for another way to end the Obama-era Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program, and a pending case in Texas could be a catalyst for the next round of … more
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Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo has issued an order requiring businesses in the county to have a plan in place requiring face masks. The order comes after receiving guidance from Tex. Gov. Greg Abbott amid rapidly rising cases of COVID-19.
Hidalgo issues "no shirt, no shoes, no mask, no service" order
Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo announced in a late-afternoon press conference that she has issued an executive order requiring masks to be worn inside businesses in the county. Hidalgo said the … more
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Cactus Elementary School in Cactus on Jan. 28, 2020.
Texas students will return to school campuses this fall, Gov. Greg Abbott tells lawmakers
Texas students will be returning to public schools in person this fall, Gov. Greg Abbott told state lawmakers Thursday morning. The state's top education officials confirmed the plans in a … more
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The State of Texas has established the threat levels below for risk of exposure to the new coronavirus which causes the COVID-19 disease. The state is currently at the highest risk level of five and Tex. Gov. Greg Abbott said the state has resources prepared to aid if cases continue to rise rapidly.
COVID-19 cases rising again, governor and local leaders respond
The reopening of the Texas economy has sparked a second wave of COVID-19 across the state, prompting county officials to respond. According to the Texas Department of Health Services, 89,108 cases … more
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Clara Souza, a Katy area UT Austin student, is participating in a virtual ride to raise money and awareness in the fight against cancer.
Katy area resident and UT student participates in ride to raise cancer awareness
The 70-day Texas 4000 for Cancer bike ride has gone virtual this year due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Local athlete and University of Texas at Austin student Clara Souza is participating in the virtual … more
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"The goal ... is to make A&M system's 11 universities look like Texas," including the flagship campus in College Station, says Texas A&M System Chancellor John Sharp said.
Texas A&M System approves $100 million scholarship fund to address "diversity issues"
The Texas A&M University System Board of Regents unanimously approved the creation of a $100 million scholarship fund Monday to help the system's 11 universities address "diversity issues," as … more
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Austin has been busy dealing with the COVID-19 pandemic and policing issues in the aftermath of George Floyd's death in Minniapolis, Minn. Texa Comptroller Glenn Hegar's office says sales tax revenues that get distributed to cities are down compared with last year.
Capital Highlights: Governor promises action to Floyd family, COVID-19 efforts increase, sales tax to be distributed
AUSTIN — Gov. Greg Abbott pledged to institute police reforms when he met with the Houston family of George Floyd, who was handcuffed and killed by police in front of a Minneapolis, Minn. … more
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The U.S. Small Business Administration has about $125 billion in Paycheck Protection Program funds available for business owners in the United States. Local SBA staff recommend getting applications completed by June 20 in order to ensure applications are completely processed in time for a June 30 deadline.
Deadline approaching for PPP applications
Those business owners wishing to apply for the Paycheck Protection Program should make sure they apply by June 20 according to a statement released by Valerie Maher, lead economic development … more
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Early voting for the primary runoffs starts June 29.
Monday is your deadline to register to vote in the Texas primary runoff
Texans who want to vote in the upcoming Texas primary runoff election have until Monday, to register. Texas Gov. Greg Abbott delayed the upcoming primary runoffs from May to July after the … more
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For the second day in a row, data released on Tuesday by the Texas Department of State Health Services shows a record number of hospitalizations due to the new coronavirus.
Number of Texans hospitalized with coronavirus hits all-time high as experts say cases are likely to continue increasing
Shannon Najmabadi, The Texas Tribune June 9, 2020 "Number of Texans hospitalized with coronavirus hits all-time high as experts say cases are likely to continue increasing" was first … more
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The National Weather Service is predicting that Tropical Storm Cristobal will make landfall mostly over Louisiana, but because it has the potential to shift to the west of that prediction, Tex. Gov. Greg Abbott is activating emergency response teams as a precaution.
WEATHER: Tropical Storm Cristobal to make landfall in Louisiana, potential risk for heavy rain
Tropical Storm Cristobal is expected to make landfall this weekend and Tex. Gov. Greg Abbott held a press conference Monday morning about the potential impact of the storm on the state of Texas. He … more
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Harris County Health Department nurse Harriet Lewis administers a test at a coronavirus testing at Stallworth Stadium in Baytown on March 21, 2020.
Texas to increase coronavirus testing — and study the virus’ impact — in black and Hispanic communities
The state’s top health agency announced Friday it’s launching a study on the coronavirus’ effect on vulnerable populations in Texas, which will include data on things such as race, … more
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Texas House Representative for District 132 Gina Calanni (right) speaks with protest organizer Erika Alvarez (left) and Fort Bend County District Attorney Brian Middleton (center) at the start of the protest.
“Enough is Enough”: Students lead protest at Katy Park against racism
More than 1,000 Katy residents of all ages, races, and genders came together to honor Houston-native George Floyd, who died in Minneapolis, Minn. police custody May 25, and call out what they called … more
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As the evening set, protesters rounded off the event with final guest speakers and continued to show off their signs in solidarity with the Black Lives Matter movement.
GALLERY: Katy for Justice holds protest against police brutality and systemic racism at Katy City Park [Photo gallery]
Katy for Justice, a student-led organization created by Katy ISD seniors Erika Alvarez, Foyin Dosunmu and Jeffrey Jin.  Organizers' estimates of attendance prior to the event were between 1,000 and 1,100 protesters. more
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More than 2.2 million Texans have filed for unemployment with the Texas Workforce Commission. Some are still waiting to receive benefits.
Texans still face obstacles to collecting unemployment benefits months into the coronavirus pandemic's economic crisis
Texans still face obstacles to collecting unemployment benefits months into the coronavirus pandemic's economic crisis By Clare Proctor, The Texas Tribune June 4, 2020 "Texans … more
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While nearly empty Wednesday afternoon, Katy Park at the intersection of Katy Hockley Cut Off Road and Morton Road is expected to be filled with about 1,000 protesters Thursday evening.
Katy for Justice organizes protest of George Floyd’s death and racial injustice
Three Katy ISD students have organized a protest against racial injustice at Katy Park from 5-8 p.m. Thursday in response to the death of George Floyd, a Houston native that was killed while in the … more
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Brentwood Social House is one of many businesses that cut hours of operation and closed its dine-in services during the coronavirus pandemic
Texas sales tax revenue dips 13.2% in May, the largest year-over-year decline in a decade
Texas collected about $2.6 billion in state sales tax revenue in May, leading to the steepest year-over-year decline in over a decade, Comptroller Glenn Hegar announced Monday. The amount is 13.2% … more
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Bars were shuttered on Austin's Sixth Street during the early stages of the coronavirus pandemic.
House eases restrictions on small-business loan program
WASHINGTON — The U.S. House overwhelmingly passed legislation Thursday to ease rules on small-business owners who are participating in a loan program meant to mitigate the economic … more
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Protesters gathered Friday at Houston City Hall in memory of George Floyd, a black man who was killed during an arrest by a white police officer in Minneapolis.
A weekend of protest and mourning:
A weekend of protest and mourning: George Floyd’s death spurs demonstrations in Texas cities By Eddie Gaspar, Shelby Tauber, Pu Ying Huang and Miguel Gutierrez Jr., The Texas … more
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Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner has asked people protesting former Houston resident George Floyd's death to remain peaceful.
As Texans demonstrate anger over George Floyd's death, Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner calls for protests to remain "peaceful"
Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner urged the protesters filling downtown streets Friday evening to remain peaceful as they demonstrated their anger about the death of George Floyd, a black man killed in … more
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