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Texas utility regulators and ERCOT outlined steps meant to keep households from paying for the power infrastructure that new data centers require, responding to a directive from Governor Abbott.
Texas is giving colleges and technical schools more time to submit short-term training programs for the new federal Workforce Pell Grant, a move state officials say will widen access to career credentials across the state.
State utility regulators and the ERCOT grid operator have outlined steps to make data centers pay for the infrastructure they require, part of an effort officials say is aimed at keeping residential electric bills affordable.
The Texas Attorney General's office has issued a consumer alert on charity scams after the state's flooding, with tips on how to donate safely and avoid fraud.
Texas' back-to-school sales tax holiday runs August 7-9, 2026. Clothing, shoes, backpacks and school supplies under $100 are exempt from state and local sales tax.
Texas awarded more than $114 million in housing tax credits to finance 70 affordable rental developments, expected to support over 4,400 units statewide.
Texas extended the deadline for flood-affected SNAP recipients to request replacement benefits through August 3.
Gov. Greg Abbott appointed three members to the Early Childhood Intervention Advisory Committee on July 22, a panel that advises the Texas Health and Human Services Commission on services for infants and toddlers with developmental needs or risks.
The series 'Dutton Ranch' filmed its first season across North Texas, including Ferris.
Gov. Greg Abbott said state and local agencies are coordinating debris removal, infrastructure repairs and recovery assistance. The governor’s office said about 490 homes have been identified as damaged, while personnel and specialized equi
Seven North Texas cities made the 2026 ACSM American Fitness Index of the nation's 100 largest cities, led by Plano at No. 12, the best showing in Texas. Frisco ranked 32nd, Dallas 43rd and Fort Worth 69th.
The Texas Workforce Commission reported that total nonfarm jobs rose to 14,469,600 in June, a gain of 43,400 positions during the month. Over the trailing 12 months, the state added 177,900 jobs and grew faster than the nation as a whole.
State senators said they will again pursue a ban on hemp-derived THC products in the 2027 legislative session, reviving a debate that stalled last year.
Governor Abbott says Saronic Technologies will build Port Alpha, billed as the nation's largest shipyard, at the Port of Brownsville with a $3.2 billion investment and 10,000 jobs.
Gov. Greg Abbott, Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick and House Speaker Dustin Burrows directed state agencies and universities to cut base budget requests by 3% for the 2028-29 biennium while shielding public education funding.
Gov. Greg Abbott declared a disaster for 59 Texas counties and directed the State Emergency Operations Center to maintain 24-hour escalated operations as heavy rain and flash flooding threaten communities across the state.
Texas ranks fourth in CNBC's 2026 America's Top States for Business, down from second.
Gov. Greg Abbott on Monday announced three Statewide Preceptorship Program grants totaling $5.5 million to Texas medical societies, aimed at strengthening the primary care workforce in rural and underserved communities.
Gov. Greg Abbott directed the Texas Division of Emergency Management to activate state emergency response resources ahead of severe weather and flash flooding expected to hit multiple regions of Texas this week. The National Weather Service warns slow-moving storms could bring flash flooding to Nort
The order bars Global Fiberglass Solutions and affiliated entities from accepting any more shipments of discarded wind turbine blades and requires them to begin cleaning up two facilities in Sweetwater, where more than 3,000 blades and parts have been stockpiled. The attorney gen
Allen Gas Prices Ease to $3.7010 as Monthly Costs Rise — July 27, 2026
July 27, 2026
Allen Gas Prices Nudge Lower to $3.7190 as Monthly Costs Rise — July 26, 2026
July 26, 2026
7/19-7/26 Allen Real Estate Report: 542 Listings, Sale Price Down 2.8%
July 26, 2026
Allen Gas Prices Ease to $3.7330 as Monthly Costs Rise — July 25, 2026
July 25, 2026
Heat Advisory in Effect for Allen as Temperatures Soar Near 102F - Jul 27, 8 AM
July 27, 2026
Heat Advisory in Effect for Allen as Temperatures Climb Near 102 - Jul 27, 4 AM
July 27, 2026
Heat Advisory in Effect for Allen as Temperatures Climb Near 102 - Jul 26, 8 PM
July 27, 2026
Heat Advisory in Effect for Allen as Temperatures Climb Near 102 - Jul 26, 4 PM
July 26, 2026
