Texas AFL-CIO announces new communications director as Ed Sills retires

By Lone Star Standard | Dec 6, 2024

The Texas AFL-CIO has announced a change in its communications leadership.

Understanding School Finance in Texas: A Conversation with Adam Jones

By Lone Star Standard | Dec 6, 2024

Highlights from our interview with Adam Jones, writer, expert, and consultant on school financing in Texas.

Texas considers new nuclear energy subsidies in upcoming session

By Lone Star News | Dec 6, 2024

Texas lawmakers may take steps to boost subsidies for nuclear energy in the upcoming legislative session, set to begin Jan. 14.

Texas allocates over $15M in grants for career training programs

By Lone Star Standard | Dec 5, 2024

Governor Greg Abbott has announced the allocation of over $15 million in career training grants to educational institutions across Texas.

Texas DPS highlights fugitive Raymond Trejo; reward increased

By Lone Star Standard | Dec 5, 2024

The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) has announced that Raymond Trejo is the Featured Fugitive for December.

Texas eliminates most vehicle safety inspections starting January 2025

By Lone Star Standard | Dec 5, 2024

The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) has announced that significant changes to the state's vehicle safety inspection requirements will take effect on January 1, 2025.

Texas officials warn against unlicensed pesticide businesses

By Lone Star Standard | Dec 5, 2024

Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller and the Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA) have issued a call for vigilance against unlicensed pesticide businesses in Texas communities.

More Texans relocate within their state than anywhere else in US

By Lone Star Standard | Dec 5, 2024

Texans are showing a strong preference for staying within their state, according to the latest report from Texas REALTORS®.

Magoffin Home visitor center closes temporarily for construction

By Lone Star Standard | Dec 2, 2024

The Magoffin Home State Historic Site in El Paso, Texas, has announced the temporary closure of its visitor center located at 1117 Magoffin Ave. due to construction work.

Abbott and Homan serve Thanksgiving meals to Operation Lone Star troops

By Lone Star Standard | Dec 1, 2024

Governor Greg Abbott and incoming U.S. Border Czar Tom Homan expressed gratitude to service members stationed along the Texas border by serving them Thanksgiving meals.