Texas officials are cracking down on “illegal birth tourism.” Here’s what that means.
By Katlyn Ma, The Texas Tribune July 15, 2026 In response to the U.S. Supreme Court ruling that preserves birthright citizenship, Texas officials are wielding their authority to clamp down on birth tourism, primarily through investigating or suing health providers. The Texas Health and Human Services Commission has requested the Attorney General’s Office to investigate…
Read More$12 billion in Medicaid funds restored to Texas hospitals, ending impasse with the feds
By Terri Langford, The Texas Tribune September 17, 2026 Nearly $12 billion in Medicaid funding to Texas hospitals will be restored, Gov. Greg Abbott said Thursday, ending a near year-long impasse between Texas and the federal government. “This funding is a major victory for Texas patients,” Abbott said in a statement. “It authorizes nearly $12…
Read MoreTexas land commissioner 2026: Who is running and what you need to know
By María Méndez, The Texas Tribune September 18, 2026 Editor’s note: To help readers learn more about the candidates running for statewide seats, The Texas Tribune is sharing information about the Republican, Democratic and third-party candidates. For more information on midterms and the voting process, check out our election resources here. About this seat: The…
Read MoreTop Texas Republicans knew Bo French’s history of racist comments. They supported him anyway.
By Alejandro Serrano, The Texas Tribune September 18, 2026 In the days leading up to the GOP primary runoffs in May, Gov. Greg Abbott issued a stern warning about Bo French, a Republican running for a seat on the Texas Railroad Commission that regulates the state’s oil and gas industry. “His agenda would wreck the…
Read MoreChange in Kickoff Time – 7 p.m. rather than 7:30
Sulphur Springs ISD has decided to kick off the game Friday night, Sept. 18, with the Gilmer Buckeyes at Gerald Prim Stadium in Sulphur Springs at 7 p.m.
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Arizona woman, Dallas man receive lengthy federal prison sentences as part of Homeland Security Task Force investigation into deadly fentanyl overdose in the Eastern District of Texas
SHERMAN, Texas – An Arizona woman and a Dallas man have been sentenced to federal prison as part of a Homeland Security Task Force investigation into a deadly fentanyl overdose in the Eastern District of Texas, announced U.S. Attorney Jay R. Combs. Pamela Esquivias, also known as Azalea, 25, of Maricopa, Arizona, pleaded guilty…
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Post Oak Ridge State Park Opens for Day Use
View as a webpage Media Contacts: TPWD Press Office, Sept. 17, 2026 LAMPASAS – Post Oak Ridge State Park is preparing to open for day use on September 24, meaning visitors can come and explore the park at their own pace. Visitors can make reservations for day use in advance, beginning Sept. 17 on the…
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