As the share of white Texans continues to shrink, the Legislature remains mostly white and male
January 11th, 2023In the 2023 legislative session that convened Tuesday, 70% of lawmakers are men. More than half of the Senate and House members are white, and nearly half are white men. By Alexa Ura and Carla Astudillo, The Texas Tribune Jan. 11, 2023 “As the share of white Texans continues to…
In lawsuit, student claims six Texas medical schools are illegally considering race and sex in admissions
January 11th, 2023The plaintiff is represented by a group created by former Trump adviser Stephen Miller and former Texas Solicitor General Jonathan Mitchell, the architect of the state’s six-week abortion ban. By Kate McGee, The Texas Tribune Jan. 10, 2023 “In lawsuit, student claims six Texas medical schools are illegally considering race…
Uvalde DA gets initial state police report on school shooting but doesn’t expect full investigation for months
January 11th, 2023The preliminary report has not been made public by either the district attorney’s office or the state. The Texas Rangers are conducting a criminal investigation into the shooting at Robb Elementary. By Alejandro Serrano, The Texas Tribune Jan. 10, 2023 “Uvalde DA gets initial state police report on school shooting…
After a Decade, Federal Officials Tighten Guidelines on Air Pollution
January 10th, 2023Following years of appeals from environmental activists, the EPA has proposed new standards for harmful particles known as PM 2.5. Some advocates say the changes don’t go far enough. By Victoria St. Martin January 10, 2023 “This article was originally published by, Inside Climate News“ As a child, Stephanie Lovinsky-Desir…
Gutierrez on First Day of Texas’ 88th Session
January 10th, 2023On Day One of the Legislative Session: Uvalde-area Senator says it’s time Gov. Abbott addresses gun safety, healthcare, grid issues, and rural neglect. AUSTIN, TEXAS – On Tuesday, the first day of Texas’ Legislative Session, Texas Senator Roland Gutierrez announced a list of legislative priorities that Governor Greg Abbott must…
4-H Shooting Sports and its Importance
January 10th, 2023By: Sadie Smith In 4-H there have been many programs that encourage kids and others to participate in hands-on events that teach them lifelong skills. One of these programs that Tom Davidson founded in 1980 was the Shooting Sports Program. The Shooting Sports Program first started in the state of…
Texas Legislature 101: Understanding the state government and how it passes laws
January 10th, 2023Here’s a rundown of how a bill becomes a law, how the Texas Legislature works and the power players who keep things moving under the Pink Dome. By María Méndez, The Texas Tribune Jan. 10, 2023 “Texas Legislature 101: Understanding the state government and how it passes laws” was first…
Texas lawmakers will have $188.2 billion available for the next budget after record-breaking revenue growth
January 9th, 2023It’s far more money than legislators have ever had at their disposal, with an increase in available funds that dwarfs any previous jumps between cycles. It’s also more money than lawmakers can constitutionally spend. By Karen Brooks Harper, The Texas Tribune Jan. 9, 2023 “Texas lawmakers will have $188.2 billion…
Texas House Democrats enter session with bipartisan hopes — and a new leader who’s prepared to fight
January 7th, 2023There are 64 Democrats in the 150-member House, one fewer than before the election. There is also one fewer Democrat in the Senate. By Patrick Svitek, The Texas Tribune Jan. 6, 2023 “Texas House Democrats enter session with bipartisan hopes — and a new leader who’s prepared to fight” was…
DÍA DE REYES MAGOS CELEBRACIÓN DEL 6 DE ENERO.
January 6th, 2023Por: Selene M. Calderon Tras la Navidad y festejo de Año Nuevo, cada 6 de Enero se celebra en México y otros países del mundo el Día de los Reyes Magos o Santos Reyes, que de acuerdo con la iglesia católica se recuerda el pasaje bíblico en el que los…
