Baltimore, MD – The Social Security Administration (SSA) announced today that Social Security benefits, including Old-Age, Survivors, and Disability Insurance (OASDI), and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) payments for 75 million Americans will increase 2.8 percent in 2026. On average, Social Security retirement benefits will increase by about $56 per month starting in January. Over the last decade…

As thanks for giving in November, Carter BloodCare is offering a brand-new blanket to each volunteer blood donor.   Carter BloodCare’s annual blanket incentive has become a popular holiday tradition. The exclusive 2025 blanket is available while supplies last. Eligible donors can give blood starting at age 16 with parental consent; those 17 and older…

By Victoria Knight October 24, 2025 The idea that Affordable Care Act marketplaces are riddled with fraud has become a major talking point among Republicans, as lawmakers in Congress argue about whether to extend the enhanced tax credits that are helping offset the cost of health care marketplace coverage for low- and middle-income people. Those…

AUSTIN, Texas— Today, Texas Land Commissioner and Veterans Land Board (VLB) Chairwoman Dawn Buckingham, M.D., is pleased to announce that applications are being accepted for potential future residents at the new state-of-the-art Tuskegee Airmen Texas State Veterans Home (TSVH) in Fort Worth. The home, which opened its doors in March 2025, is the VLB’s 10th long-term…

October 23, 2025   AUSTIN – The Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) has issued an emergency order suspending the massage therapist and massage instructor licenses of a San Antonio man accused of sexually assaulting a client while he was providing massage therapy services. Kodi Nathaniel Jackson is prohibited from working as a massage…

TYLER, TX – October 23, 2025 Today BBB announces a call for nominations for the 2026 BBB Awards for Excellence, which honor businesses and charities who demonstrate superior integrity, reliability, and trustworthiness. All BBB Accredited Businesses and Accredited Charities who have a physical location within the nineteen (19) counties served by BBB Central East Texas are eligible…

By Kayla Guo, The Texas Tribune October 24, 2025 On the second Monday of October, the historic Alamo’s official X account posted two messages: one wishing its followers a happy Columbus Day, and another recognizing  Indigenous people.  “Today, we honor Indigenous Peoples and their communities, recognizing their history at the Alamo,” the second post read.…

By Natalia Contreras, The Texas Tribune October 24, 2025 This coverage is made possible through Votebeat, a nonpartisan news organization covering local election administration and voting access. Sign up for Votebeat Texas’ free newsletters here. Texans’ ballots for next month’s election include 17 proposed amendments to the state constitution, including one clarifying that a voter…

AUSTIN – Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller today issued a five-point plan to rebuild America’s cattle herd, lower grocery store beef prices, and protect U.S. cattle producers from failed Biden administration policies.   The following statement may be attributed to Commissioner Miller:   “The plan released yesterday by the USDA is a good start, and…

Industry leader brings decades of horse training experience to the classroom as professor of practice Liz Haney ’92 has joined the Texas A&M College of Agriculture and Life Sciences Department of Animal Science as the new equine professor of practice, marking a full-circle moment in her career. Liz Haney ’92 has joined the Texas A&M Department of Animal…