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Carmakers could lose buyers for backing new emissions rule

By ERIC GALATAS / Texas News Service AUSTIN, Texas — A new survey commissioned by the Union of Concerned...
Early Childhood Brain Development Gets Boost in Texas

by Mark Richardson HOUSTON — Research shows that early brain development gives young Texans a better chance...
The Big Squeeze, Texas Folklife’s Statewide Youth Accordion Contest, Announces 2020 Lineup of Competitions and Concerts

Young Accordion Players Are Invited to Learn, Compete and Engage in Live Music Events Across the State...
Money in Politics Decade After Citizens United

by Eric Galatas DALLAS — A decade after the U.S. Supreme Court’s landmark Citizens United decision opened...
Critics Cry Foul After TX Governor Rejects New Refugees

by Eric Galatas HOUSTON — Advocates for people seeking refuge in the U.S. are challenging Texas Gov....
Study: Helping Single Moms Graduate College Would Benefit TX Economy

by Eric Galatas HOUSTON — Texas would see a big return on investments that help single mothers...
Kicking E-Cigarettes Urged as New Year’s Resolution

by Eric Galatas AUSTIN, Texas – Several fatal incidents linked to e-cigarette use made headlines in 2019,...
2020 Census Provides Job Opportunities for Texans Age 50-Plus

by Nadia Ramlagan AUSTIN, Texas – Nearly 100 days are left before the 2020 Census count begins,...
Texas’ Youngest Children Losing Health Coverage

by Eric Galatas AUSTIN, Texas – Children up to age 6 in Texas and across the nation...
Driving Commutes Increase Stress, Risks to Worker Health

by Eric Galatas AUSTIN, Texas – More workers are stressed out before they even get to the...