What's happening in Texas and how it affects our community, covered city by city.
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Community
Governor Greg Abbott ordered a state audit to review nearly 300 infrastructure projects, focusing mainly on data centers. The measure seeks to evaluate the impact of these facilities on the Texas power grid.
Community
The Austin Independent School District faces potential state intervention after receiving failing grades for two consecutive years at two of its high schools. The Texas Education Agency now has the authority to decide the district's administrative future.
Austin
Community
The state of Texas has released official public school ratings based on student performance on STAAR exams. Parents can check the academic performance of their schools through a digital platform.
Community
A federal judge in Lubbock invalidated key sections of a landmark gun law. The Department of Justice decided not to file an immediate emergency appeal against this resolution.
Houston
Community
An arson fire following a domestic dispute left 24 people homeless in an apartment complex. Authorities have already arrested a suspect for this incident.
Dallas
Community
The United States Army confirmed the identity of two soldiers who lost their lives after their Apache helicopter crashed near Salado. The accident caused a wildfire that consumed more than 150 acres of land.
Houston
Community
The governor of Texas proposes new restrictions in classrooms to reduce screen time. The goal is to promote traditional learning through books and handwriting.
Houston
Community
The historic Crystal Ballroom event venue in Houston has closed its doors unexpectedly. Many couples who had their weddings scheduled there now face the uncertainty of looking for a new venue and getting their money back.
Houston
Community
A federal court order in Texas annulled the regulations that required registration and background checks for the purchase of silencers and certain firearms. The government did not file an appeal in time, allowing the measure to go into effect for the parties involved in the lawsuit.
Dallas
Community
The new Austin budget allocates funds to reorganize the 911 emergency response system. This decision has sparked disagreements among council members and the community due to potential effects on response times.
Austin
Two soldiers lost their lives following an Apache helicopter crash in Bell County. Local authorities confirmed the air accident that occurred in the town of Salado.
Austin
Events
Artist Don Toliver's concert at the Toyota Center was canceled early. Production company Live Nation reported that the decision was made for security reasons.
Houston
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