FDA puts restrictions on fluoride use for kids
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s latest action takes aim at fluoride, a chemical that is a mainstay of dental care.
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s latest action takes aim at fluoride, a chemical that is a mainstay of dental care.
New Texas judge ability could violate constitution
A Texas Supreme Court decision last week has made it possible for judges in the state to refuse to perform wedding ceremonies for personal religious beliefs.
A Texas Supreme Court decision last week has made it possible for judges in the state to refuse to perform wedding ceremonies for personal religious beliefs.
Texas city removes 'Defund the Wall' mural after Abbott's threat to pull road funds
The removal follows a letter to Laredo from the Texas Department of Public Safety, which said the city stood to lose $1.6 billion in funding if they refused to comply.
The removal follows a letter to Laredo from the Texas Department of Public Safety, which said the city stood to lose $1.6 billion in funding if they refused to comply.
Likely no SNAP funding Nov. 1 for Texans
A last-minute ruling could bring relief to millions of Americans who rely on supplemental food benefits that were set to be cut off because of the government shutdown.
A last-minute ruling could bring relief to millions of Americans who rely on supplemental food benefits that were set to be cut off because of the government shutdown.
SNAP Benefits Latest: Texans likely won't see emergency funding on Nov. 1
Despite rulings from two federal judges on Friday who said SNAP benefits could not be suspended for the first time in the program's 61-year history, many Texans are still likely to face payment delays.
Despite rulings from two federal judges on Friday who said SNAP benefits could not be suspended for the first time in the program's 61-year history, many Texans are still likely to face payment delays.
Some Head Starts to close due to shutdown funding lapse: What we know
When Head Start programs close, children are left without care, teachers aren’t getting paid, and parents may have to miss work or school.
When Head Start programs close, children are left without care, teachers aren’t getting paid, and parents may have to miss work or school.
Federal judge rules Trump can’t require citizenship proof on the federal voting form
President Donald Trump’s request to add a documentary proof of citizenship requirement to the federal voter registration form cannot be enforced.
President Donald Trump’s request to add a documentary proof of citizenship requirement to the federal voter registration form cannot be enforced.
SNAP benefits gone? How to get free or discounted groceries
As SNAP benefits will lapse for millions in November, several food delivery services are offering ways to get discounted groceries. Here are some options available.
As SNAP benefits will lapse for millions in November, several food delivery services are offering ways to get discounted groceries. Here are some options available.
Texas voters pass Proposition 8 on state inheritance taxes
A ballot measure to prevent future legislative sessions from imposing taxes on an estate or inheritance passed with Texas voters.
A ballot measure to prevent future legislative sessions from imposing taxes on an estate or inheritance passed with Texas voters.
Trump administration to limit student loan forgiveness for some borrowers working in public service
The administration’s new rule starts next year and it may restrict loan forgiveness for some borrowers relying on the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program to pay off their debt.
The administration’s new rule starts next year and it may restrict loan forgiveness for some borrowers relying on the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program to pay off their debt.
Bitcoin mining company files suit to remain operational in Hood County
The company wants a temporary restraining order against multiple Hood County officials in an effort to stop the election that would incorporate the area known as Mitchell Bend.
The company wants a temporary restraining order against multiple Hood County officials in an effort to stop the election that would incorporate the area known as Mitchell Bend.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.