State Sales Tax Revenue Totaled $2.77 Billion in June 2018
July 6th, 2018(AUSTIN) — Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar today said state sales tax revenue totaled $2.77 billion in June, 13.7 percent more than in June 2017. “Sales tax revenue increased for almost all major economic sectors,” Hegar said. “The strong revenue growth was led by collections from the mining and manufacturing sectors….
Analysis: If kids separated from their parents can’t hold our attention, what will?
July 6th, 2018By Ross Ramsey, The Texas Tribune July 6, 2018 “Analysis: If kids separated from their parents can’t hold our attention, what will?” 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…
Government Watchdogs: Both Pruitt, Wheeler “Wrong” for EPA
July 6th, 2018By: Trimmel Gomes, Public News Service – CO WASHINGTON – Government ethics and watchdog groups, even some conservatives, are saying Scott Pruitt’s resignation as Environmental Protection Agency administrator is long overdue. During his one-year tenure, Pruitt worked relentlessly to dismantle Obama-era regulations aimed at reducing pollution. But while most conservatives…
The government has a Tuesday deadline to reunite immigrant children under 5 with their parents. It says it needs more time.
July 6th, 2018By Emma Platoff, The Texas Tribune July 6, 2018 “The government has a Tuesday deadline to reunite immigrant children under 5 with their parents. It says it needs more time.” was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them…
The 6-Year-Old Heard on Border Facility Audiotape Is Still Separated From Her Mother, Who Must Parent From 1,000 Miles Away
July 6th, 2018By: Ginger Thompson, ProPublica The last time Cindy Madrid Henriquez, a Salvadoran immigrant, spoke to her 6-year-old daughter Jimena on the telephone, the little girl, who is in an Arizona shelter, began by complaining about having to wash her hair with bar soap instead of shampoo. Her scalp was dry…
In McAllen, immigration isn’t a problem — it’s a way of life
July 6th, 2018By Kevin Sullivan, The Washington Post July 5, 2018 “In McAllen, immigration isn’t a problem — it’s a way of life” 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….
Feds say they’ll reunite separated toddlers with their parents by Tuesday — but warn of vetting challenges
July 5th, 2018By Emma Platoff, The Texas Tribune July 5, 2018 “Feds say they’ll reunite separated toddlers with their parents by Tuesday — but warn of vetting challenges” was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy,…
Native Eagle Passan, Educator, and Veteran Manuel H. Santos Passed Away at the Age of 84
July 5th, 2018Manuel H. Santos, 84, passed peacefully on Saturday, June 30, 2018. He was born on August 9, 1933 in Eagle Pass, Texas to Maria and Rodolfo Santos. Santos left Eagle Pass to join the Army as a paratrooper. After his service in the Army, he enrolled at Southwest Texas State…
The Trump administration is not keeping its promises to asylum seekers who come to ports of entry
July 5th, 2018By Neena Satija, The Texas Tribune and Reveal July 5, 2018 “The Trump administration is not keeping its promises to asylum seekers who come to ports of entry” was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about…
Report: Austin to end its bag ban after Texas Supreme Court ruling
July 5th, 2018By Cassandra Pollock, The Texas Tribune July 3, 2018 “Report: Austin to end its bag ban after Texas Supreme Court ruling” 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….
