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TribCast: A special legislative session is coming

The clash marks a rare break between two of the most powerful Republicans in Texas after a legislative session that ushered in a series of conservative victories.

Gov. Greg Abbott vetoes funding for federal summer lunch program

This week, we run an emergency episode to discuss Gov. Greg Abbott vetoing Texas THC ban and calling a special session. Will redistricting end up on the agenda?

Former astronaut Terry Virts launches Democratic bid for U.S. Senate in Texas

Abbott cited uncertainty over federal funding of the program as his reason for rejecting the state’s participation.

Rural Americans more likely to live with chronic pain than urban peers, UT-Arlington study finds

The early announcement tees up what is likely to be a crowded primary field angling for the seat held by Republican Sen. John Cornyn.

Gov. Greg Abbott orders special legislative session after vetoing 26 bills

More than 3 million people call rural Texas home, and many lack access to a primary care doctor.

Gov. Greg Abbott vetoes THC ban, calls for regulation instead

Abbott will call lawmakers back to Austin to tackle Senate Bill 3, a proposed ban on THC products that he vetoed, as well as five others from his veto list.

New insight into Texas family detention reveals adults fighting kids for clean water

The move infuriated Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick, the powerful head of the Senate, who had called the ban among his top five bills over 17 years in the Legislature.

Former U.S. Rep. Blake Farenthold of Corpus Christi dies at 63

A motion filed Friday reveals details about the conditions some immigrant families face at detention centers in Texas.

Gov. Greg Abbott vetoes funding for federal summer lunch program

Farenthold, a local radio personality, served in Congress from 2011 to 2018 and is credited with securing funding for the port. He resigned amid allegations of sexual harassment.

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Gov. Abbott signs bill easing path for Mexican doctors in Texas border towns

"Gov. Greg Abbott vetoes funding for federal summer lunch program" was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that in

Texas Governor Abbott vetoes THC ban, urges regulation instead

A new Texas law could soon bring more doctors to border cities like El Paso by easing the process for qualified physicians from Mexico to practice in the state.

Governor Abbott calls special session after vetoing THC product ban

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott vetoed a bill Sunday to ban all THC consumables.

POLL: Should Abbott have vetoed the THC ban?

Governor Greg Abbott has called for a special legislative session next month to address bills he vetoed just before his midnight deadline. That includes Senate

Lt. Gov. Patrick slams Gov. Abbott's late-night veto of Senate Bill 3 on social media

Governor Greg Abbott vetoed Senate Bill 3 just minutes before the deadline Sunday night.The Bill, also known as the THC Ban Bill, would have banned hemp produc

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Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick immediately criticized Gov. Greg Abbott’s late-night veto of Senate Bill 3 in a post on X, saying Abbott stayed silent during the session

TxDOT Amarillo 'Know Before You Go' traffic report for upcoming week

Here are the top stories from the week of June 15-21:

Williamson County's new death investigator program faces challenges

TxDOT Amarillo “Know Before You Go” Report for the week of 6/23/25:Monday, June 23 The right lane of westbound State Loop (SL) 335 at Echo Street will be close

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Texas hits transfer portal jackpot with first-team All-American catcher Carson Tinney

The county anticipates a 25% increase in death cases this year — about 1,500 inquests.

The Austin Convention Center has already expanded once; here's a brief history of the building

Notre Dame's Carson Tinney finished a tremendous sophomore season with the Fighting Irish, being named to two All-America first teams while bashing 17 home runs with an on-base plus slugging of 1.251. He said Monday via social media that he will transfer to Texas, giving Schlossnagle his catcher at least next season.

ACLU, student group to sue Texas over expansive 'parental rights' bill

The City of Austin expanded the Convention Center about 10 years after it initially opened in 1992. The difference between this current expansion and the previous one is that now, the plan includes "future-proofing."

Iran launches missile attack on US military base in Qatar

Texas faces another lawsuit from the ACLU over a new state law, according to a press release from the civil rights organization.

Texas Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick reacts to Abbott's veto of THC ban

Iran launched missile attacks Monday on a U.S. military base in Qatar, retaliating for the American bombing of its nuclear sites and escalating tensions in the volatile region.

Paget-Schroetter Syndrome explained: Rare condition linked to poor posture, arm overuse

On Sunday night, Dan Patrick posted his disappointment on social media.

Abbott signs bill requiring health plans cover detransition, if they cover gender transition

What started as a normal day, working and coming home to rest, turned dark for Anthony Sciancalepore. After coming home from a long work week, he got up from his sofa and noticed his left arm had turned purple.

Exclusive Austin private club undergoes major renovation inside downtown skyscraper

In May, Texas Governor Greg Abbott signed Senate Bill 1257, which requires health insurers that operating in Texas to cover detransition care if they also cover gender transition-related medications and procedures.

Texas students' cell phones banned from schools under new law

The Headliners Club, a historic gathering place for Austin's elite, is undergoing a $8 million renovation to modernize its spaces while preserving its legacy.

MAP: Which school districts increased teacher pay for the 2025-26 school year?

Texas Governor Greg Abbott signed a recently passed bill into law Sunday that will ban K-12 students from using cell phones and other personal communications devices during the school day.

Shower chances jump a little on Tuesday

As school districts across Central Texas make budget decisions for the 2025-26 school year, KXAN is keeping track of starting teacher salaries areawide.