Hood County hopes to end Bitcoin mining noise
The upcoming November election could be a pivotal turn in a battle over noise control in Hood County. There is a measure on the ballot to incorporate a residential area near a Bitcoin mining operation.
Texans growing more pessimistic about the economy, new poll finds
43% of Texans polled said their personal economic situation is worse compared to one year ago.
Wise County supports FEMA assistance reform
For nearly 50 years, the Federal Emergency Management Agency, or FEMA, has been the source for disaster relief. Now, it's under political and performance fire.
Judge hears arguments over emergency SNAP funding
For the first time in the history of SNAP benefits, food help for those who need it could be suspended due to a government shutdown that has now lasted for 30 days.
Aide to Mass Gov. Healey charged in cocaine trafficking scheme allegedly linked to state office building
LaMar Cook, 45, of Springfield, pleaded not guilty and was ordered held during a court hearing.
SNAP Benefits Latest: Federal judge hears arguments over emergency funding
A federal judge in Boston has indicated that she may intervene and require the federal government to fund the SNAP food assistance program in some way.
SNAP benefits: These states will partially fund food stamps amid shutdown
Some states are taking action to protect food assistance as the federal government plans to suspend SNAP payments starting Saturday.
Trump cutting tariffs on China after meeting with Xi
The president said he chose to lower his combined tariff rates on imports of Chinese goods under 50% after talks with Chinese leader Xi Jinping on curtailing fentanyl trafficking.
'Anti-Academic Freedom' Criticism | Texas: The Issue Is
In the latest session of the Texas Legislature, majority Republicans did far more than rein in the state's public universities. They've essentially grabbed higher education leadership by the scruff of the neck with oversight on curriculum and an outright ban on diversity, equity, and inclusion policies. Houston State Sen. Paul Bettencourt was at the tip of that legislative spear and says the anti-woke reformation will pay dividends in the long run.
Judge halts Trump administration from firing federal workers during shutdown
A federal judge extended an order preventing multiple federal agencies from laying off government employees.
Trump visits South Korea amid push for trade deal with Seoul
President Donald Trump continued his trip throughout Asia as he seeks a trade deal with Seoul for billions in investments in the U.S.
White House ousts arts commission members expected to oversee Trump’s building projects
Demolition of the East Wing began last week to make way for the president's ballroom.
Comer unleashes on Biden, demands DOJ probe of autopen use in scathing new report
Comer said Biden's autopen actions should be considered 'void,' and that his doctor should potentially lose his license.
Air traffic controllers work without pay amid shutdown
As the government shutdown drags on, air traffic controllers missed their first full paycheck today. Soon, food aid benefits will run out for millions of people across the country.
Federal workers brace for missed paycheck as shutdown enters 5th week
Washington’s government shutdown has entered its fifth week with no resolution in sight, as Senate efforts to pass a House-approved continuing resolution to reopen the government have failed 12 times.
Federal Reserve likely to cut key interest rate: What to know
The Fed is almost certain to cut its key interest rate on Wednesday, but the shutdown has cut off critical hiring and inflation data used to make their decision. Here’s what to know about the meeting.
Texans amid government shutdown and SNAP benefits
Millions of Americans will be without their Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or SNAP, benefits in November because of the government shutdown.
Government Shutdown & SNAP: North Texans worry about feeding their families after Nov. 1
Millions of Americans will be without their Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or SNAP, benefits in November because of the government shutdown.
DoorDash offers free services for SNAP recipients amid government shutdown
DoorDash is offering SNAP recipients free delivery and waived service fees just as federal assistance is scheduled to run dry.
No SNAP benefits to be issued in November, USDA confirms
The U.S. Department of Agriculture posted on its website, "The well has run dry."