Julián Castro calls Trump’s immigration policies a failure in counter-rally to president’s visit
April 11th, 2019By Patrick Svitek, The Texas Tribune April 10, 2019 “Julián Castro calls Trump’s immigration policies a failure in counter-rally to president’s visit” 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…
Railroad Commission of Texas Holds Public Hearing on Dos Republicas Coal Partnership’s Application to Renew Coal Mine Permit
April 10th, 2019By: Miguel Munoz, Eagle Pass Business Journal, Inc., Copyright 2019 The Railroad Commission of Texas under Administrative Law Judge Kyle L. Lebby held a public hearing during April 3 and 4, 2019 in Eagle Pass, Texas, regarding Dos Republicas Coal Partnership’s Application to Renew and Extend Permit 42-B to operate…
Eagle Pass CBP Promotes SENTRI Enrollment as Traffic Volumes Increase
April 10th, 2019EAGLE PASS, Texas — U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) Eagle Pass Port of Entry is strongly encouraging frequent border travelers to enroll in the Secure Electronic Network for Travelers Rapid Inspection (SENTRI) program that offers many benefits to participants such as faster processing and front of the lone privileges…
After judge halts “remain in Mexico” policy, hundreds of migrants sent across border seek answers
April 10th, 2019By Julián Aguilar, The Texas Tribune April 9, 2019 “After judge halts “remain in Mexico” policy, hundreds of migrants sent across border seek answers” was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government…
“No 10-Year-Old Should Be in Jail”
April 10th, 2019By: Mary Schuermann Kuhlman, Public News Service – IL SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Legislation is making its way through the Illinois House that could help change the trajectory for some kids in legal trouble. House Bill 1468 would raise the minimum age for juvenile detention from 10 to 13. George Timberlake,…
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott, other top leaders propose raising the sales tax to provide property tax relief
April 10th, 2019By Aliyya Swaby, The Texas Tribune April 10, 2019 “Texas Gov. Greg Abbott, other top leaders propose raising the sales tax to provide property tax relief” was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy,…
After high school shooting, Texas campuses could soon have more armed marshals
April 10th, 2019By Alex Samuels, The Texas Tribune April 8, 2019 “After high school shooting, Texas campuses could soon have more armed marshals” 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….
Former U.S.D.A. Farm Service Agency Loan Officer in Uvalde Sentenced to Two Years in Federal Prison in Farm Loan Fraud Case
April 10th, 2019(Press Release) Barbara Serna Salinas, a 43-year-old former loan officer for the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Farm Service Agency (FSA) in Uvalde, was sentenced to two years in federal prison for a farm loan fraud scheme, announced United States Attorney John Bash. During sentencing in Del Rio, U.S….
Eagle Pass Lady Eagle Leslie Martinez Signs Letter of Intent to Play College Softball at UTPB
April 10th, 2019By: Ricardo E. Calderon, Eagle Pass Business Journal, Inc., Copyright 2019 Eagle Pass High School Lady Eagles Softball senior Leslie Martinez signed a National Letter of Intent to play college softball for the University of Texas-Permian Basin (UTPB) Lady Falcons on Monday, April 1, 2019, at the Eagle Pass High…
Texas Tech Health Sciences Center agrees to stop considering race in admissions, ending federal inquiry
April 9th, 2019By Shannon Najmabadi, The Texas Tribune April 9, 2019 “Texas Tech Health Sciences Center agrees to stop considering race in admissions, ending federal inquiry” was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government…