Federal judge dismisses Houston ISD lawsuit seeking to avoid state takeover
December 19th, 2019By Aliyya Swaby, The Texas Tribune Dec. 19, 2019 “Federal judge dismisses Houston ISD lawsuit seeking to avoid state takeover” was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and statewide issues. Handing…
Individual mandate is unconstitutional, federal appellate court rules in Texas-led Affordable Care Act lawsuit
December 19th, 2019By Emma Platoff, The Texas Tribune Dec. 18, 2019 “Individual mandate is unconstitutional, federal appellate court rules in Texas-led Affordable Care Act lawsuit” was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and…
Sierra Club intervenes in open records lawsuit against Texas Attorney General
December 19th, 2019By Kiah Collier, The Texas Tribune Dec. 18, 2019 “Sierra Club intervenes in open records lawsuit against Texas Attorney General” was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and statewide issues. The…
How the Texas Legislature saved John Paul DeJoria $123 million
December 19th, 2019By Emma Platoff, The Texas Tribune Dec. 19, 2019 “How the Texas Legislature saved John Paul DeJoria $123 million” was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and statewide issues. As 2017…
President Donald J. Trump Impeached
December 18th, 2019By: Miguel Munoz, Eagle Pass Business Journal, Inc., Copyright 2019 The United States House of Representatives voted to approve Article I for Abuse of Power and Article II for Obstruction of Congress against U.S. President Donald J. Trump on Wednesday, December 18, 2019, impeaching President Trump and making him only…
IBC Bank Chairman Named Co-Chair of Trade Policy Working Group of Prestigious U.S–Mexico CEO Dialogue
December 18th, 2019(Press Release) IBC Bank Chairman and CEO Dennis E. Nixon, a longtime advocate for free trade who has worked hard for the passage of the USMCA trade agreement, was recently named co-chair with his Mexican counterpart, of the Trade Policy Working group of the U.S.-Mexico CEO Dialogue. The group strengthens…
CDC Report: Childhood Trauma Major Cause of Health Issues in Adults
December 18th, 2019Eric Tegethoff, Public News Service – ID BOISE, Idaho – Childhood trauma has long-lasting effects on a person’s well-being. According to recent data, it impacts thousands of Idahoans with serious health conditions and even death. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says at least five of the top 10…
An estimated 390,000 Texans might lose access to food stamps under new Trump policy
December 18th, 2019By Stacy Fernández, The Texas Tribune Dec. 18, 2019 “An estimated 390,000 Texans might lose access to food stamps under new Trump policy” was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and…
Texas’ Youngest Children Losing Health Coverage
December 18th, 2019Eric Galatas, Public News Service – TX AUSTIN, Texas – Children up to age 6 in Texas and across the nation continue to lose health coverage, according to a new Georgetown University report. Among 14 states that have not expanded Medicaid under the Affordable Care Act, Texas has the highest…
In win for Harvey victims, federal judge finds government liable for reservoir flooding
December 18th, 2019By Kiah Collier, The Texas Tribune Dec. 17, 2019 “In win for Harvey victims, federal judge finds government liable for reservoir flooding” was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and statewide…