Gov. Greg Abbott broadens moratorium on data center approvals to include environmental permits
By Paul Cobler, The Texas Tribune September 21, 2026 Gov. Greg Abbott ordered the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality on Monday to stop issuing new permits for data centers, strengthening his moratorium on the industry’s development in Texas. The move comes as rapid data center development statewide angers Texas communities ahead of Abbott’s November reelection…
Read MoreVenezuelan man shot by ICE in Austin said he tried to pull over before officers fired at him
By Uriel J. García, Alex Nguyen and Zach Leggio, The Texas Tribune September 21, 2026 Wilber Rafael Garces Perez’s wife told him to stay home on Sunday and spend time with her. But he wanted to work and earn some money as a DoorDash food delivery driver. So he left. At 12:30 p.m. the 28-year-old…
Read MoreDPS Honors Crime Laboratory During National Forensic Science Week
September 21, 2026 AUSTIN – During National Forensic Science Week, the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) is proud to recognize the hardworking men and women of the Crime Laboratory Division. “Texas is a leader in forensic science because of the incredible men and women working in DPS Crime Laboratories across the state every single day to help…
Read MoreTexas A&M breeds potatoes that take the heat and meet the market
Fourteen commercial varieties help growers tackle heat, disease and changing consumer demands September 21, 2026 – by Adam Russell The latest potato variety release in August by the Texas A&M Potato Breeding Program – the Duncan Russet potato – delivers disease resistance that will directly benefit growers in the southern U.S., including Texas. But it’s…
Read MoreTexas Celebrates National Hunting and Fishing Day Sept. 26
View as a webpage AUSTIN – Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) invites Texans to bring their friends and family into the outdoors for National Hunting and Fishing Day on Sept. 26. This celebration recognizes hunters and anglers for their contributions to wildlife and conservation. Governor Greg Abbott issued a proclamation in support of the…
Read MoreStyx drummer Todd Sucherman to speak at TJC
Tyler Junior College welcomes Todd Sucherman, drummer and percussionist for the legendary band Styx, to the Rogers Palmer Performing Arts Center on Tuesday, Sept. 22, 2026, 6-7 p.m. As Styx prepares for a North American tour in promotion of their 18th studio album Circling From Above, hear Todd speak about his rise to stardom as a…
Read MoreWhat Makes a Trailblazer: TSTC graduate always dreamed of business ownership
What do dyslexia, jewelry and an angry mother all have in common? Give up? They all put Mathew on the path to business ownership. Mathew Joseph is a graduate from Texas State Technical College’s Industrial Electrical Technician (now Advanced Manufacturing – Industrial Maintenance) program. He is also the owner and president of C3 Industrial Technologies…
Read MoreDPS Highlights Child Passenger Safety Week
Sep 21, 2026 AUSTIN – In recognition of Child Passenger Safety Week, which runs Sept. 20-26, the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) reminds drivers to learn the best child safety seat practices to keep our state’s youngest passengers safe on the road. “Making sure your child is properly secured in the right car seat…
Read MoreTexas Comptroller Huffines Celebrates $7.5 Billion Border Reimbursement, Calls It ‘Step One’ in Repaying Texas
(AUSTIN) — Texas Comptroller Don Huffines today said the approximately $7.5 billion the U.S. Department of Homeland Security has approved to reimburse Texas for border security costs is the first installment of what the federal government owes the state. “This is step one in making Texas whole,” Huffines said. “Thanks to President Trump, we finally…
Read MoreTeachers say Indiana’s new bell-to-bell phone ban makes enforcement easier
By Mackenzi Klemann, Stateline September 21, 2026 Indiana’s new “bell-to-bell” ban on student cellphones in K-12 schools has made it easier for teachers like Andrew Biller to confiscate phones or send students to the principal’s office. The Anderson High School student publications advisor said few teachers in the past wanted to enforce the school’s “silent-and-away” policy,…
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