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As federal pandemic aid ends and sales tax revenues cool, analysts say it could constrain the Texas Legislature in coming years. But they don’t see an immediate budget crisis on the horizon.
State chapters of the nonprofit group that provide meals to seniors are waiting to hear from Washington how much of a hit their battered budgets will take.
Screwworm is a parasitic fly that targets warm-blooded animals and has the potential to disrupt Texas’ $15 billion cattle industry.
Houston’s National Weather Service office has lost its head meteorologist amid a federal requirement to cut 10% of NOAA’s staff.
In 2001, Texas Republicans saw expanding college access for certain undocumented students as a way to build an educated workforce. Now, some GOP lawmakers feel only U.S. citizens should receive those benefits.
Texas is slated to spend $51 billion on property tax cuts over the next two years. Some worry that’s unsustainable.
Abbott faces pressure from both sides of the aisle. The prohibition was a priority for Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick, but some hemp farmers and veterans want it killed.
The Legislature wrapped up without the same drama that defined the end of the last two sessions, with state GOP leaders checking off nearly everything on their to-do lists.
A boost in public school spending, school vouchers, and money for water systems are other highlights of the state budget, which was bolstered by a $24 billion surplus.
The Legislature has approved a conference committee report that lists sales to certain people from China, North Korea, Russia and Iran as threats to national security.
At least four companies say they are prepared to treat the water well enough to be released into rivers in West Texas. Environmental groups say the state is moving too fast.
Senate Bill 15, a top priority of Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick, is part of a broad push by lawmakers to put a dent in the state’s high home prices.
The bill would have withheld some tax dollars from cities that did not comply with state law.
SB 3070, which awaits Gov. Greg Abbott’s signature, would move the lottery game to Texas’ Department of Licensing and Regulation and includes new restrictions on ticket purchases.
A top priority of Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick, the legislation would make it easier to construct homes on smaller lots. A House Democrat briefly killed the bill.
Many low-income families would see cuts in health care and food benefits. The state hopes for a big reimbursement for border security spending.
Federal action would be needed to make the change legal. Lawmakers at both the state and federal levels have debated the question for decades.
Gov. Greg Abbott and other leaders have called for a major investment to save the state’s water supply. How to spend the money has caused friction at the Capitol.
U.S. Sens. John Cornyn and Ted Cruz hope to fund an operation to kill the parasitic fly before too much damage is done.
The Metro SA Chamber hosted its annual State of the County event on Wednesday, featuring a fireside chat with Bexar County Judge Peter Sakai.
The bill is part of a suite of GOP proposals aimed at curbing the state’s high housing costs — chiefly by allowing more homes to be built.
With Princeton leading the Texas pack, the state continues to set the pace for the rest of the nation, with seven of the 15 fastest-growing cities.
The Texas House must approve changes to the proposal that were brokered by party leaders. It’s part of a package of bills to bring down property taxes statewide.
The legislation had only pertained to countries the government deemed national security threats. A last-minute change would let the governor add more countries to the ban.
Legislators in the House and Senate have reached an agreement on more property tax relief. But some critics worry the cuts aren’t sustainable forever.
One proposal would allow the attorney general to sue cities and freeze sales tax revenues for up to 90 days.
Republican lawmakers are considering a bill to strengthen the state’s ban on homeless encampments and speed up the eviction process.
The Texas billionaire has said he will drop his position at Landry’s, but will continue his ownership of the Houston Rockets.
After years of claiming that companies selling lottery tickets online could not be regulated, the Texas Lottery Commission voted to ban the practice.
The average teacher pay across Texas has fallen more than $10,000 below the national average according to the Texas State Teachers Association.
If approved, the legislation would expand one of the state's most popular loan programs with even lower interest rates.
There’s political urgency for Republicans to deal with housing affordability, especially as surveys find most Texans say housing costs are a top concern.
As the Texas House prepares to vote on the budget, officials and other experts monitor national policy and state tax revenue.
Over 100 workers at the Refugee and Immigration Center for Education and Legal Services Inc. (RAICES) were issued layoff notices, according to a Texas Workforce Commission filing.
KSAT has been tracking the staples at the grocery store since January. We will begin posting a list each month of the same 15 items and their cost. We are buying the most affordable items, most of which are generic store brands. Here are April's prices.
Respondents to a Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas survey expressed concern about a reduction in consumer demand and a potential recession.
The lawmakers behind the bill promised there would not be an increase in the number of days the beach is closed.
U.S. President Donald Trump recently announced a 25% tariff on imported cars and certain auto parts from other countries.
KSAT spoke with April Ancira, vice president of the Ancira Auto Group, who said customers may see a shortage of foreign cars in the future because of the tariffs.
Only Gov. Greg Abbott can call for a special session. But in his role presiding over the Texas Senate, Patrick can block any bill from passing, giving him leverage to compel overtime sessions by killing must-pass legislation.
The state’s water supply faces numerous threats. And by one estimate, the state’s municipal supply will not meet demand by 2030 if there’s a severe drought and no water solutions are implemented.
For the second year, Harper’s Chapel Ministries is helping to give children in the poorest neighborhood in San Antonio a positive experience for spring break.
Although the president has said he wants to “get rid of” the act, Rep. Michael McCaul and Sen. John Cornyn say it supports jobs and national security.
As Fiesta approaches, ongoing tariffs on Chinese goods pose financial challenges for local businesses, potentially affecting the pricing of the coveted Fiesta medals.
As the Edinburg facility and others seek to assist people experiencing food insecurity, state lawmakers have more than a dozen bills that could tackle Texas’ food deserts.
While President Donald Trump has imposed his long-threatened tariffs against Mexico, Canada and China this week, the short- and long-term effects are still unpredictable, according to a local economist.
The city’s Planning Department is hosting a Northeast Community Area Planning Meeting this Thursday, inviting input from residents and business owners in the area around the 410 and I-35 corridor, stretching from Gibbs Sprawl Road to Broadway.
Commercial beekeepers in Texas have lost about two thirds of their honey bees since June last year, according to a recent survey.
House and Senate lawmakers plan to spend at least $6 billion on property tax cuts, but haven't yet agreed on how much relief should go to homeowners over businesses.
The South San Antonio Independent School District’s new superintendent discussed future plans, including adding new school buses and providing bonuses for district teachers.
The president said Mexico and Canada have failed to curb the flow of drugs into the U.S. after giving the countries 30 days to do so before enacting the tariffs.
Supporters hope easing zoning rules will entice landlords to renovate and ease the state’s housing crisis.
A naturalized citizen, along with other business leaders, are working to create new resources for undocumented people living in the Permian Basin.
Sixty-one workers at the Refugee and Immigrant Center for Education and Legal Services Inc. (RAICES) were issued layoff notices last week, according to a Texas Workforce Commission filing.
The Texas Senate has proposed injecting a staggering half a billion dollars into film production, as economists and fiscal hawks question the return on investment.
If a majority of the roughly 500 residents living around the South Texas site vote yes in May, Starbase will be the state’s newest city.
While there are extremely accurate economic indexes that have successfully predicted recessions, there are also some pretty quirky and bizarre indicators.
Trader Joe’s and other grocers are limiting the number of eggs customers can buy across the U.S., citing limited supply caused by the ongoing bird flu outbreak.
The marquee proposal would increase the amount of a home’s value exemption from school taxes to $140,000 from $100,000. The legislation must win approval from the House next.
Peter Cortez started raising chickens in his backyard in 2017. His first few years didn’t go so well; it was a learning curve, but he quickly caught on.
Senate Bill 2 now heads to the House, where top officials say they have the support to create education savings accounts.
Gov. Greg Abbott said cutting taxes is a top priority, however, state lawmakers don’t have as much money to plug into tax cuts as they did two years ago.
Several San Antonio-area lawmakers, led by U.S. Rep. Joaquin Castro, agreed Sunday to appear at a Monday afternoon news conference to discuss the White House’s tariffs.
President Donald Trump has taken executive action to impose or threaten tariffs on Canada, China and Mexico. Here is a list of products that may be affected.
