Texas wants health insurers to waive costs of diagnosing the new coronavirus
March 10th, 2020By Patrick Svitek, The Texas Tribune March 10, 2020 “Texas wants health insurers to waive costs of diagnosing the new coronavirus” 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….
5 million Texans lack health insurance. Here’s how that complicates the coronavirus response.
March 10th, 2020By Edgar Walters, The Texas Tribune March 10, 2020 “5 million Texans lack health insurance. Here’s how that complicates the coronavirus response.” 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…
Report: Medicare for All Would Add Jobs, Boost Economy
March 10th, 2020Eric Galatas, Public News Service – WY CHEYENNE, Wyo. — New research from the Economic Policy Institute shows that switching to a single-payer health system would boost the overall economy, make it easier for workers to switch jobs or start businesses and create a net surplus of new jobs. Josh…
Dallas County asks for Super Tuesday recount after discovering it missed some ballots
March 10th, 2020By Alexa Ura, The Texas Tribune March 7, 2020 “Dallas County asks for Super Tuesday recount after discovering it missed some ballots” 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…
Eagle Pass Police Department Crime Report
March 9th, 2020Friday, March 6, 2020, 11:38 AM: A traffic stop conducted within the 1800 block of Del Rio Boulevard resulted in the arrest of 17-year-old Eduardo Johnathan Gonzalez. After being stopped for speeding Gonzalez was found to have an active City of Eagle Pass Municipal Court warrant. Gonzalez was placed under…
How will the collapse in oil prices impact Texas? It’s too soon to tell, experts say.
March 9th, 2020By Kiah Collier, The Texas Tribune March 9, 2020 “How will collapsing oil prices affect Texas? It depends on these two factors, experts say.” was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government…
Cristina Tzintzún Ramirez endorses Royce West over MJ Hegar in Democratic primary runoff for U.S. Senate
March 9th, 2020By Patrick Svitek, The Texas Tribune March 9, 2020 “Cristina Tzintzún Ramirez endorses Royce West over MJ Hegar in Democratic primary runoff for U.S. Senate” was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics,…
Court Tentatively Blocks ‘Remain in Mexico’ Rule for Asylum Seekers
March 9th, 2020Mark Richardson, Public News Service – AZ TUCSON, Ariz. — Despite a ruling that could allow asylum seekers now waiting in Mexico into Arizona, social service agencies don’t expect a huge influx across the border. The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals struck down the Trump administration’s “Remain in Mexico” policy,…
Democratic male judges may be headed for extinction in Texas. The cause? Voters
March 9th, 2020By Emma Platoff, The Texas Tribune March 9, 2020 “Democratic male judges may be headed for extinction in Texas. The cause? Voters” 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…
Survey: Texas Workers Need On-the-Job Savings Options
March 9th, 2020Roz Brown, Public News Service – TX AUSTIN, Texas — Americans are living longer and working longer, but a new study shows the majority of Texans aren’t socking away enough money for retirement, in part because their employers don’t offer a plan for workers to save money. A survey of…
