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Texas death row inmate one day away from execution loses last-minute bid to save his life

The 57-year-old is scheduled to be executed on Wednesday. He was convicted in 1999 of murdering a woman in her trailer

Latin Times

Texas’ Plantation Prisons: Inside a 200-Year History of Forced Labor Shrouded in Secrecy

Punishments, injuries, and deaths—including from heat—on TDCJ farms are more hidden than they were in the years following convict leasing.

Texas Observer

Galveston Residents Struggle To Recover After Hurricane Beryl

Galveston, Texas, is recovering from Hurricane Beryl with community resilience and support after significant damage to its tourism-based economy.

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Texas Gov. Threatens Action Against Centerpoint Energy After Hurricane Beryl

Governor Abbott issues warning to CenterPoint Energy over power outages post-Hurricane Beryl in Texas, emphasizing the need for improved infrastructure and...

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Second Suspect Arrested In Ambush Killing Of Texas Deputy

Deputy Esqueda was killed in the line of duty while pursuing a suspect in Houston. Two suspects have been arrested for capital murder.

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GOP-led states have pledged hundreds of troops and spent millions of dollars to help Texas secure the border this year

The federal government has deployed National Guard to the border for years, but more than a dozen states have dug into their own budgets to send even more personnel

The Texas Tribune

Eagle Pass residents have mixed feelings about sharing their city with the National Guard

Texas has sent thousands of soldiers to the border as part of Gov. Greg Abbott’s multibillion-dollar initiative Operation Lone Star. No border town has felt their presence more than Eagle Pass.

The Texas Tribune

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Texans heading into a second week without electricity are battling heat, frustration and boredom

More than 200,000 CenterPoint Energy customers without power struggle with the heat one week after Hurricane Beryl swept through southeast Texas.

The Texas Tribune

Texas Gas Prices Drop To .91 Per Gallon

In Texas, as of 14 July 2024, gas prices have seen a notable decrease, now resting at .91 per gallon for regular unleaded gasoline. This marks a welcome ...

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Texas Gov. Greg Abbott demands answers as customers remain without power after Beryl

With around 350,000 homes and businesses still without power in the Houston area almost a week after Hurricane Beryl hit Texas, Gov. Greg Abbott says he’s demanding an investigation into the response of the utility that serves the Houston area

The Independent UK

Abbott reprimands CenterPoint and calls for an investigation into the utility’s response to Beryl blackouts

Abbott demanded that the utility company produce a plan by the end of July outlining how it will improve power reliability ahead of future storms.

The Texas Tribune

Biden Postpones Texas Trip After Trump Rally Shooting

President Biden postpones Texas trip following shooting incident at Trump rally, emphasizing unity and support for victims.

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President Biden Reschedules Texas Trip, Nevada Event Uncertain

President Biden reschedules Texas trip for Civil Rights Act event, showcasing the complexities of executive planning and adaptability.

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Biden postpones visit to Austin after Trump assassination attempt

The president was planning to visit Texas on Monday to commemorate the 60th anniversary of the Civil Rights Act of 1964.

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The Independent UK

Texas Representative Ronny Jackson reveals nephew was injured in Trump rally shooting

Republican lawmaker said his nephew was ‘grazed’ in the neck by a bullet when gunman Thomas Matthew Crooks tried to assassinate Donald Trump

The Independent UK

After Beryl, Houston-area farmers pull together to face unique challenges

The misery of Houston’s lasting power outages extend beyond the big city and onto surrounding farms and ranches, where everything from animal bedding to feed is harder to come by since Hurricane Beryl turned off the lights

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Texas Gas Prices Drop To .93 Per Gallon

In Texas, as of 13 July 2024, gas prices have seen a notable decrease, now resting at .93 per gallon for regular unleaded gasoline. This marks a welcome ...

The Texas Tribune

“Horrible and scary”: Texas leaders express outrage and relief after attempted assassination of Donald Trump

Sid Miller, the Texas agriculture commissioner, was at the rally. He said he was confident Trump would be fine and continue to Republican National Convention.

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The Texas Tribune

These Texans are scheduled to speak at the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee

Abbott and Cruz were floated as potential Republican presidential candidates early this cycle, though neither launched campaigns.

The Guardian - US

After Hurricane Beryl’s destruction, climate scientists fear for what’s next

Experts say devastating hurricane so early in season is ‘big wake-up call’ – and predict even more powerful storms

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1995 All-Star Game In Arlington: A Turning Point For Baseball

Explore the significance of the 1995 All-Star Game in Texas, featuring future Hall of Famers and intense heat, and its impact on baseball's recovery post-s...

Latin Times

Latino workers are disproportionately overrepresented among low-wage workers, new study shows

The rate of low-wage workers in the U.S. has drastically decreased, but disparities among minorities in certain states, like Texas, remains high

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Houston Area Faces Extended Power Outages Amid Sweltering Heat

Hurricane Beryl aftermath: Texas faces power outages, Vermont mourns losses. Community aid crucial.

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Texas Struggles With Power Outages Amid Extreme Weather Conditions

Texas faces power outages due to extreme weather, emphasizing the need for grid resilience and proactive measures.

The Texas Tribune

No backup required: Texas senior care depends on luck and wits to cope with heat after power outages

There’s no Texas requirement that nursing homes and assisted living facilities keep generators on hand to power air conditioning after storms.

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