This Texas program lands poor people in jail. Getting rid of it has been too complicated — but that might be changing.
February 13th, 2019By Arya Sundaram, The Texas Tribune Feb. 13, 2019 “This Texas program lands poor people in jail. Getting rid of it has been too complicated — but that might be changing.” was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with…
Over 35 Central American Migrants Rescued from Rio Grande River Seeking to Enter United States
February 13th, 2019By: Miguel Munoz, Eagle Pass Business Journal, Inc., Copyright 2019 During the past week of February 8-12, 2019, at least 38 Central American migrants seeking to enter the United States have been rescued from the Rio Grande River by Mexican and American authorities. According to Mexican authorities, their BETA group…
Group of Central American Migrants in Piedras Negras, Coahuila, Mexico Stage Protest
February 13th, 2019By: Miguel Munoz, Eagle Pass Business Journal, Inc., Copyright 2019 A group of approximately 300 Central American migrants who are being given temporary shelter in Piedras Negras, Coahuila, Mexico, across from Eagle Pass, Texas, staged a protest on Tuesday, February 12, 2019, at approximately 11:25 P.M. against Mexican authorities for…
Eagle Pass Winn Lady Mavericks Softball Lassoed Laredo United Lady Longhorns 8-5 in 2019 Season Opener
February 13th, 2019By: Ricardo E. Calderon, Eagle Pass Business Journal, Inc., Copyright 2019 The thundering Eagle Pass C. C. Winn High School Lady Mavericks Softball Team lassoed the Laredo United High School Lady Longhorns 8 to 5 in its 2019 season opener on Tuesday, February 12, 2019, at the Eagle Pass Independent…
CBP Ensures Pest-free Flowers for Valentine’s Day
February 12th, 2019(Press Release) Eagle Pass, Texas – As Valentine’s Day rapidly approaches, U.S. Customs and Border Protection’s highly skilled agriculture specialists continue to dutifully examine hundreds of millions of arriving cut flower stems to ensure that plant diseases and plant pests are detected and stopped from being introduced into the United…
Beto O’Rourke turbocharges 2020 buzz with response to Trump rally in El Paso
February 12th, 2019By Patrick Svitek, The Texas Tribune Feb. 12, 2019 “Beto O’Rourke turbocharges 2020 buzz with response to Trump rally in El Paso” 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…
Texas House Democrats made big progress in 2018. Will they capitalize on it in 2019?
February 12th, 2019By Cassandra Pollock, The Texas Tribune Feb. 12, 2019 “Texas House Democrats made big progress in 2018. Will they capitalize on it in 2019?” was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government…
Thousands of Texans were shocked by surprise medical bills. Their requests for help overwhelmed the state.
February 12th, 2019By Jay Root and Shannon Najmabadi, The Texas Tribune Feb. 12, 2019 “Thousands of Texans were shocked by surprise medical bills. Their requests for help overwhelmed the state.” was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about…
Voters in four states have approved Medicaid expansion by ballot. Will Texas do the same?
February 12th, 2019By Marissa Evans, The Texas Tribune Feb. 12, 2019 “Voters in four states have approved Medicaid expansion by ballot. Will Texas do the same?” was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government…
First Restaurant To Undergo Renovation Opens At Kickapoo Lucky Eagle Casino Hotel
February 11th, 2019(Press Release – Eagle Pass, TX) Kickapoo Lucky Eagle Casino Hotel is proud to announce the opening of a new restaurant, Red Sky Grill. Featuring a unique casual dining experience with a South Texas atmosphere, Red Sky Grill offers a menu full of mouthwatering appetizers and traditional American favorites such…