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Hemp-derived THC and criminal justice reforms are likely to be on the agenda for the special session. Redistricting should be ...

The growth of cities between San Antonio and Austin, separated by 75 miles, is creating one massive metro region.

AUSTIN, Texas — As the first day of summer has come and gone and the Fourth of July approaches, Texans might be wondering ...

Patrick is president of the Texas Senate and is arguably the most powerful person in the Legislature. He appeared to support the idea of redrawing legislative boundaries to squeeze one or two more ...

Gov. Greg Abbott called a July 21 special session to revisit vetoed bills, including the hotly contested ban on hemp products ...

Much of Central Texas — including Travis County — remain parched, despite downpours last month. Why it matters: The ...

Older adults face more risks in extreme weather than young people do, and Central Texas is no stranger to extreme weather. Especially extreme heat.

The Texas Water Development Board determined a conflict exists with the Marvin Nichols Reservoir being included in a regional ...

The Austin Police Department has arrested Brian Johnson, known online as the social media influencer “Liver King,” according to Travis County Jail records. Read More: <a href=" ...

Make Music Day is a growing holiday of sorts, where people are invited to play music, host performances, or attend free music ...

The “No Kings” day of action happened the same day as, and in opposition to, a Washington, D.C. military parade on President ...