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Texas Agriculture Commissioner Miller announces opposition to DEI and DEIA policies
Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller has declared his opposition to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) and Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility (DEIA) policies.
Texas Parks and Wildlife Commission approves record-breaking $30.9M in local park grants
The Texas Parks and Wildlife Commission has approved over $30.9 million in local park grants, marking a new record aimed at enhancing outdoor recreational opportunities across the state.
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TxDOT unveils strategic plan for artificial intelligence in transportation
By Lone Star Standard | Jan 28, 2025
Amid a rapidly evolving digital landscape, the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) is leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance road safety and mobility across Texas.
Sid Miller criticizes federal response to New World screwworm scare
By Lone Star Standard | Dec 23, 2024
Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller has expressed concerns over the federal government's response to a recent New World screwworm scare.
Texas Water Development Board approves funding for Marble Falls wastewater improvements
By Lone Star Standard | Dec 19, 2024
The Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) has approved financial assistance totaling $45,350,700 for the City of Marble Falls in Burnet County.
Guatemalan national added to Texas' most wanted criminal illegal immigrants list
By Lone Star Standard | Dec 19, 2024
The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) has announced the addition of Geovany Saul Carcamo to the Texas 10 Most Wanted Criminal Illegal Immigrants List.
Texas Commission fines multiple entities for environmental violations
By Lone Star Standard | Dec 19, 2024
The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) has approved fines amounting to $822,678 against 30 entities for breaching state environmental regulations.
Texas risks missing out on federal nutrition aid again as summer approaches
By Lone Star Standard | Dec 17, 2024
New data highlights the potential impact of the Summer Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) program on Texas communities.
Texas board approves over $78 million for statewide water projects
By Lone Star Standard | Dec 17, 2024
The Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) has announced the approval of financial assistance amounting to $78,412,603 for various water, wastewater, and flood projects across the state.
TCEQ extends grant application deadline to January 31 for emission reduction projects
By Lone Star Standard | Dec 15, 2024
The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) has announced an extension for the application deadline of the New Technology Implementation Grants (NTIG) Program.
Texas DPS welcomes new troopers after intensive training
By Lone Star Standard | Dec 15, 2024
The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) has officially welcomed 130 new Troopers to the Texas Highway Patrol.
Texas Public Policy Foundation launches video series on education spending
By Lone Star Standard | Dec 13, 2024
In Texas, the general public is largely unaware of the substantial amount of money allocated to public education, which exceeds $93 billion annually.
Texas updates respiratory illness dashboard amid rising virus activity
By Lone Star Standard | Dec 9, 2024
The Texas Department of State Health Services has made updates to its respiratory illness dashboard.
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.
Texas reports first local dengue case in 2024 amidst global surge
By Lone Star Standard | Nov 27, 2024
The Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) has reported the first locally acquired case of dengue virus in 2024 in a resident of Cameron County.
Transportation Research Board releases new publications on diverse topics
By Lone Star Standard | Nov 27, 2024
The latest edition of the Research Digest for November 2024 is now accessible on the CTR Library's website.
Texas Department of Public Safety director retires after notable tenure
By Lone Star Standard | Nov 27, 2024
After 15 years leading the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS), Colonel Steven C. McCraw has retired.
Virtual currency mining facilities required to register with PUCT under new rule
By Lone Star Standard | Nov 26, 2024
The Public Utility Commission of Texas (PUCT) voted on November 21 to approve a new rule mandating that virtual currency mining facilities within the Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) region register with the entity.
