Texas is rolling out a new education program called the Texas Education Freedom Accounts. This program, which starts in the 2026-27 school year, is like a voucher system. It lets parents use state money for private school or homeschooling. The Texas Educational Agency is holding meetings to explain
Texas Tech University has decided to cancel camping before the big basketball game against Houston. This is because of a winter storm coming this weekend. The university is worried about the extreme cold. They want everyone to stay safe. The game is on Saturday evening. It is a big deal because ESP
North Texas is bracing for a winter storm, and schools are on high alert. The National Weather Service has issued warnings for hazardous conditions, with rain expected to turn into freezing rain and sleet starting Friday. Temperatures could plummet to single digits overnight Sunday, making roads tre
Mr Gatti's Pizza, a well-known pizza and entertainment chain, has a new boss. The family office of Brint Ryan, a prominent Dallas businessman, has taken over the majority stake in the company. The details of the deal are kept under wraps, but it's clear that the Ryan family has a soft spot for the b
Texas, known for its robust job market, is experiencing a slowdown. In 2025, the state's job growth is expected to be nearly flat, according to the Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas. This is a significant change from Texas' usual strong job growth. The Dallas Fed's forecast uses several models to pred
The debate around abortion laws and infant mortality is complex. A study suggested that infant deaths in Texas went up after stricter abortion rules were put in place in 2021. Many people think this means abortion restrictions are bad for babies. But is this the whole story? The study found that fe
Across the United States, states are diving into the world of cryptocurrency, not just as a trend but as a strategic financial move. Texas and New Hampshire are leading the charge, setting up bitcoin reserves and integrating digital currencies into their financial systems. This isn't just a Republic
A significant shift is happening in North Texas' education landscape. Over 250 private schools in the area have enrolled in a new state program. This program allows them to receive public funds. The program is similar to school vouchers. It was approved by Governor Greg Abbott last year. Starting in
Texas is about to start a big new school voucher program called the Texas Education Freedom Accounts (TEFA). This $1. 1 billion initiative, supported by Governor Greg Abbott, will start taking applications on February 4. Families have until March 17 to apply, but there's a cap of 90, 000 students fo
Texas Governor Greg Abbott has asked state health officials to check for possible fraud in Medicaid. This is part of a bigger plan to stop fraud in government programs. Abbott has already started two other fraud prevention projects. All three are connected. Abbott mentioned Minnesota's Medicaid fra
