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By Alejandro Serrano, The Texas Tribune August 4, 2026 Fewer than one in 10 Black voters in Texas say they are less likely to vote in November’s midterm elections due to U.S. Rep. Jasmine Crockett’s defeat in the Democratic primary, according to a poll released Tuesday that suggests James Talarico could face limited electoral fallout…

After more than 3,200 traffic crashes in school zones or involving school buses last year, Texans are reminded to drive safe and smart Download video August 3, 2026 Why this matters Traffic crashes in Texas school zones increased 12% from 2024 to 2025. As kids across the state head back to school this month, TxDOT…

News from Southern Arkansas University MAGNOLIA, AR (08/03/2026) The David F. Rankin College of Business has partnered with SAU on the Square to launch the Experiential Learning Laboratory, a hands-on program where students from every discipline can apply classroom knowledge, test ideas, and engage with the community. The lab is led by Janell Reeves, who…

Ranking reflects commitment to excellence in evidence-based cancer care Two specialties receive national rankings, and six procedures and conditions earn High Performing ratings HOUSTON, AUGUST 3, 2026 ― The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center today was named No. 1 in the nation for cancer care in U.S. News & World Report’s 2026-2027 “Best…

  Prepare your TBR to take you through the last weeks of summer and the run-up to a new school year with some fresh new Texas-connected books. Provide the little ones in your life with a touching new tale. Equip your beach bag with a new thriller. Stock your favorite reading spot with the perfect…

BATON ROUGE, La. – After Louisianans apply for disaster assistance, FEMA may call to schedule an inspection of the damaged home or to gather more information before they process the application. These calls may come from unfamiliar area codes or phone numbers. It is important to answer the call. A FEMA inspection is required to…

Two defendants sentenced to 350 months, two others face life in federal prison, and a fugitive was extradited from Qatar as U.S. Attorney’s Office advances DOJ mission to protect the Homeland   PLANO, Texas – The Homeland Security Task Force (HSTF) initiative was established by Executive Order 14159, Protecting the American People Against Invasion. The…

By Stephen Simpson, The Texas Tribune August 3, 2026 Three members of the hemp industry are suing the state of Texas for violating commerce protections after it was announced last week that nearly all hemp-derived THC products are illegal. On Friday, two hemp retailers and a distributor filed a lawsuit in the U.S. District Court…

By Jaden Edison and Sneha Dey, The Texas Tribune August 3, 2026 More than 85,000 families are participating in Texas’ private school voucher program during its first year, a number that could increase as state officials finalize enrollment data, according to a new state report. White families make up most of the participants so far,…

By Paul Cobler, The Texas Tribune August 3, 2026 Amid growing public backlash to the rapid buildout of data centers across Texas, Gov. Greg Abbott on Monday announced a moratorium on the approval of data centers until regulatory agencies can audit proposed data centers seeking connection to the state’s electric grid.  It is unclear how…