At least 50 people found dead in abandoned 18-wheeler in San Antonio
June 28th, 2022The authorities said the tragedy appeared to be the deadliest migrant-smuggling operation in memory. Sixteen people were taken to hospitals. By Jaden Edison and Patrick Svitek, The Texas TribuneJune 27, 2022 “At least 50 people found dead in abandoned 18-wheeler in San Antonio” was first published by The Texas Tribune,…
Texas has a law that allows parents to give up newborns at fire stations or hospitals. Hardly anyone uses it.
June 27th, 2022The Supreme Court cited safe haven laws as an abortion alternative when it overturned Roe v. Wade. But Texas’ policy lacks funding and just 172 infants have been relinquished since 2009. By Jaden Edison, The Texas TribuneJune 26, 2022 “Texas has a law that allows parents to give up newborns…
In Roe decision, Justice Clarence Thomas invites new legal challenges to contraception and same-sex marriage rights
June 24th, 2022Experts told The Texas Tribune that Thomas’ opinion signals an openness from the court to reconsidering other settled legal precedents related to rights the court has ruled are protected by the constitution. By James Barragán, The Texas TribuneJune 24, 2022 “In Roe decision, Justice Clarence Thomas invites new legal challenges…
Uvalde schools police chief placed on leave amid fierce criticism of school shooting response
June 24th, 2022The move comes weeks after a gunman killed 19 children and two teachers at Robb Elementary. Uvalde CISD police Chief Pete Arredondo, one of the first to respond, and state officials have provided differing stories about what happened inside the school. By William Melhado, The Texas TribuneJune 22, 2022 “Uvalde…
Wealth will now largely determine which Texans can access abortion
June 24th, 2022The U.S. Supreme Court’s reversal of Roe v. Wade will not fall equally. Texans most likely to seek out abortion care in the past are now the least likely to be able to afford it. People of color will be most disproportionately affected. By Karen Brooks Harper, The Texas TribuneJune…
Before Roe v. Wade was overturned, at least 50,000 Texans received abortions in the state each year. Here’s a look behind the numbers.
June 24th, 2022Most Texans who got abortions in the state were in their 20s and 30s, and the vast majority of abortions were performed 10 weeks into pregnancy or earlier. Black Texans consistently had the highest rates of abortion. By Mandi Cai, The Texas TribuneMay 9, 2022 “Before Roe v. Wade was…
U.S. Supreme Court rules there’s no right to abortion, setting up Texas ban
June 24th, 2022The high court’s monumental ruling will have major impact on Texas, which has a trigger law banning abortions that goes into effect soon. By Eleanor Klibanoff, The Texas TribuneJune 24, 2022 “U.S. Supreme Court rules there’s no right to abortion, setting up Texas ban” was first published by The Texas…
Sister of Uvalde shooting victim testifies before Texas lawmakers: “I’m terrified to go back” to school
June 24th, 2022Jazmin Cazares, 17, was one of several family members of shooting victims and experts testifying before Texas lawmakers on Thursday. Her sister, Jackie Cazares, 9, was one of the victims of the school shooting in Uvalde. By James Barragán, The Texas TribuneJune 23, 2022 “Sister of Uvalde shooting victim testifies…
City of Eagle Pass to Host 4th of July Parade and Stars and Stripes Jam Concert
June 24th, 2022By: Ricardo E. Calderon, Eagle Pass Business Journal, Inc., Copyright 2022 The City of Eagle Pass, Texas is hosting a myriad of fun-filled events for America’s 4th of July Independence Day Celebration, featuring a Parade through downtown Eagle Pass at 10 a.m. and a star-studded jam concert at Shelby Park…
Eagle Pass Economic Development Department Seeks Women-Owned Businesses to Apply for State Grant
June 24th, 2022By: Dominic Valdez, Eagle Pass Business Journal, Inc., Copyright 2022 The City of Eagle Pass Economic Development Department Director Arturo Marquez announced the availability of grants up to $7,000 for women-owned businesses through the Texas Governor’s Commission for Women, inviting local women entrepreneurs to apply for the state grant. Marquez…
