Former Republican state Rep. Ernest Bailes, who lost his seat after opposing Gov. Greg Abbott's school voucher push, is among the governor-elect's first appointments. Her other picks reflect priorities in public education, organized labor and local government.
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One of two surgical suites at Eastland Memorial Hospital. Eastland is about 100 miles west of Fort Worth.
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Rep. Senfronia Thompson, or "Ms. T," says a majority of House members have pledged to support her.
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A new book about the restaurant is a visual feast of photographs, memorabilia and vignettes capturing Texas history, Latino culture and the innovative founders of the chain.
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Kansas City Chiefs receiver Rashee Rice has filed for bankruptcy, claiming $3.5 million in debts, most of it connected to civil ligitation involving his high-speed crash in Texas and allegations of assault by a former girlfriend.
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Today is the opener of deer season in north Texas. Join Luke and his good friend Larry Wieshuhn for come deer camp talk this morning.
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Texas' governor-elect has pledged to replace the state's top public education official when she takes office in January. Here's why.
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Drone makers are testing new, big drones that can deliver water or fire retardant with AI assistance. Aspen, Colorado is the first place trying them out. Cool and expensive? Yes. Effective? TBD.
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The U.S. has skipped a key U.N. human rights review for the second year running. Rights groups warn the absence risks undermining global accountability.
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Mona Chalabi spent five years following Americans living paycheck to paycheck, as well as those earning top wages. Her new book, Ten Lives, explores why financial security can feel so elusive.
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The pontiff's 12-day trip across three countries included a massive outdoor Mass in Buenos Aires, his largest gathering yet.
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As Nvidia faces scrutiny over its CEO's affair, an expert examines the potential implications for U.S.-China technology competition.