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The Texas Stock Exchange got federal approval. What does it mean for Dallas? The Securities and Exchange Commission approved an application for the Dallas-based Texas Stock Exchange to start listing as early as next year. Economists say it could have rippling effects…

The Texas Stock Exchange has won federal approval, marking a major milestone for Dallas’ growing financial industry.

Austin activist Greg Stoker is back home after being detained in an Israeli prison Stoker was one of more than 400 activists on a mission to sail aid to Gaza who were arrested by the Israeli military last week.

Austin activist Greg Stoker is back home after a dayslong detention in an Israeli prison for protesting the war in Gaza.

Stoker was detained last Thursday for taking part in a civilian-organized effort to deliver aid to Gazans and break Israel’s naval blockade on Palestine.

Austin activist Greg Stoker is back home after being detained in an Israeli prison Stoker was one of more than 400 activists on a mission to sail aid to Gaza who were arrested by the Israeli military last week.

Austin activist Greg Stoker is back home after a dayslong detention in an Israeli prison for protesting the war in Gaza.

Stoker was detained last Thursday for taking part in a civilian-organized effort to deliver aid to Gazans and break Israel’s naval blockade on Palestine.

GOP death penalty supporters question Robert Roberson’s execution The case is attracting attention from across the nation, even among supporters of capital punishment, who are calling for a halt to Roberson’s execution.

Robert Roberson is set to die from lethal injection in less than two weeks, despite evidence that casts doubt on his conviction for killing his two-year-old daughter Nikki. The case is attracting attention across the nation, even among supporters of capital punishment:

In 2023, Texas consumed more energy than any other state. What’s driving the numbers? The Lone Star State used twice as much energy as California and three times as much as Florida.

Texas uses more electricity than California and Florida combined. AI and growth are pushing demand even higher. Can the state’s grid keep up with the surge?

State of Texas to begin calling witnesses in federal hearing over Trump-backed congressional map A three-judge panel in El Paso will continue hearing arguments in a lawsuit challenging the controversial new map of Texas’ congressional districts. Ultimately, their decision will determine whether…

The federal court hearing that will determine the fate of Texas’ new Republican-favoring congressional map enters its second week on Monday, when the state will begin calling its own witnesses in the case.

Americans are drinking less. What’s that mean for winemakers in the Hill Country and Heartland? The American Heartland has experienced a boom in wineries over the last three decades. But with U.S. wine sales trending down since 2019, some producers are feeling the effects more than others.

The American Heartland has experienced a boom in wineries over the last three decades. But with U.S. wine sales trending down since 2019, some producers are feeling the effects more than others.

GOP Rep. Wesley Hunt announces run for U.S. Senate, joining Cornyn, Paxton in primary The Houston congressman is giving up his safe seat after just two terms, scrambling the contest between incumbent Sen. John Cornyn and Attorney General Ken Paxton.

Rep. Wesley Hunt, R-Houston, entered the Republican primary for U.S. Senate on Monday, complicating an already contentious race between two of the biggest names in Texas Republican politics.

Dallas ICE shooting: Politics and ideology — or notoriety and fame? Shooting at Dallas ICE field office that killed detainees follows pattern for political assassins whose motives are less about ideology and more about notoriety.

“A lot of these individuals who are so deep in these hyper-violence, really just dehumanizing online spaces, the idea of committing that very public act of violence is appealing. It gives them a way to get their name out, to become someone who matters.”

This Texas city wants tunnels to connect its trails. It’s asking Elon Musk for help. Officials in the city of Bastrop have asked Musk’s tunneling firm, The Boring Company, to build several tunnels to connect the area’s trails. If approved, the city manager anticipates the…

The Central Texas city of Bastrop is studying the idea of building pedestrian tunnels to connect the area’s trail system – and it wants Elon Musk as its partner.

Become an HEB or whataburger franchisee, in San Diego specifically. Thanks.

Since you will probably be hearing disinformation about this when Trump decides he wants to invade us, the good citizens of Austin are not living in a war zone

Not all Texans agree with the actions of our politicians.

If you could send one message from Texas to the rest of the country, what would it be?

Talarico outraises Allred with massive fundraising haul to kick off Senate Democratic primary The Austin state lawmaker took in $6.2 million in the three weeks since he launched his bid, outpacing the $4.1 million Allred raised over the last three months.

State Rep. James Talarico raised $6.2 million in the first three weeks of his bid for Senate, his campaign announced Wednesday, a massive haul that far outpaces the earliest fundraising numbers tallied by recent Democratic statewide hopefuls.

The longer the shutdown lasts, the greater the risk of cargo backups at Texas ports Most U.S. Customs and Border Protection employees are considered essential government employees and will remain on the job, despite the federal government shutdown that began at midnight Eastern…

Most U.S. Customs and Border Protection employees are considered essential government employees and will remain on the job, despite the federal government shutdown.

But that could change if the shutdown lasts more than a few weeks, and customs inspectors start calling in “sick.”

Poetry is just your thoughts: Zell Miller III, Austin’s first poet laureate, shares his take on new role The position is through the Austin Public Library.

Zell Miller III, Austin’s born-and-raised poet laureate, has a complex relationship with his hometown.

He spoke to us about the city that raised him, his inspirations, his craft and more.

This nonprofit offers ‘a way out of homelessness.’ Austin leaders want to help fund it. The Other Ones Foundation offers shelter and job training for people looking to find a way out of homelessness.

The City of Austin may be turning to property taxes to fund new initiatives to help unhoused people find a place to live and get back on their feet.

Here's how one nonprofit is giving people housing, education and hope for the future:

Advocates push awareness of Texas Safe Haven law after infant abandonment in Austin Texans can safely surrender young infants to designated locations like fire stations and hospitals. But not everyone knows the law exists.

After an incident of infant abandonment in Austin last week, advocates want to raise awareness about Texas’ Safe Haven laws.

The neighborhood with Texas’ dirtiest air is still waiting for help Any improvement for Settegast’s air quality is likely years away.

Residents of a northeast Houston neighborhood known as Settegast have experienced some of Texas’ dirtiest air.

Readings of an air pollutant known as PM2.5 are higher than any other monitor in the state:

Neon goes dark after major security flaw uncovered The app, which is near the top of app store charts, allows users to sell access to recordings of their phone calls to train AI models. But the service won't be accessible again until a bug is fixed,…

A popular app that helps train AI models by letting users sell access to their phone calls is currently offline because of a flaw that allowed users to access others’ phone call recordings.

Everything you ever wanted – or never wanted – to know about insect poop habits Insect expert Wizzie Brown says the poop of some bugs actually can serve bigger purposes.

Insect expert Wizzie Brown says the poop of some bugs actually can serve bigger purposes.

Tensions mount amid US military buildup off Venezuelan coast Several small boats have been destroyed by the U.S. in the waters around Venezuela. The Trump administration claims they belonged to drug cartels.

Military strikes, revived indictments, and rising tensions — what’s behind the U.S. escalation in Venezuela? buff.ly/p9tR0N2

Texas Supreme Court breaks with American Bar Association over law school credentials Texas could be the first of several states to stop using the ABA for accreditation.

"Most states require graduation from an ABA-approved law school in order to sit and take their bar exam. And of course you have to pass the bar exam in order go on to become a practicing lawyer. So it’s really kind of a key credential you need in order pursue your legal career." buff.ly/O53OqeI

The legal battle over Texas’ newly drawn congressional districts kicks off in federal court A panel of three federal judges in El Paso are now hearing arguments in a lawsuit challenging the controversial new map of Texas’ congressional districts. The judges’ decision will determine whether…

After this summer’s redistricting success at the statehouse, Texas’ controversial new congressional map is now under review at the courthouse.

A panel of three federal judges in El Paso began hearing arguments Wednesday around the newly drawn districts: buff.ly/tpfg2Ic

Former A&M athletic recruiter examines backslide in school integration through the lens of football Don Albrecht’s book "Blinded by the Lights" is a Texas Book Festival pick this fall.

Texas high school football once helped drive integration. A new book says that progress may be unraveling.

Why are wealthy, mostly white schools dominating the sport — and what does it mean for equity?

The US Supreme Court term just started. Here’s what is on the docket so far. The term runs from October until June.

The Supreme Court’s new term is underway.

Big decisions on immigration, voting rights and more are coming.

‘I have befriended grief’: A daughter finds clarity and direction Children’s book author Phuong Palafox honors her late mother’s life through storytelling as a way to process her grief, ensuring the memories of our loved ones live on even after they’re gone.

Children’s book author Phuong Palafox honors her late mother’s life through storytelling as a way to process her grief, ensuring the memories of our loved ones live on even after they’re gone:

Business is booming for the Beaver – but why? A YouTuber investigates Buc-ee’s, the travel stop staple, and what makes it so successful.

Buc-ee’s isn’t just a gas station — it’s a brand, a vibe, maybe even a cult.

What’s the secret behind its success?

‘Gas station heroin’: Drug found in convenience stores raising concerns The FDA wants to ban 7-OH. Despite being illegal in Texas, one columnist found the substance has been easy to acquire.

Thank you @texasstandard.bsky.social for having me on to talk about taking #7-OH. Texans need to know why some say this "dietary supplement" is actually "gas station heroin." www.texasstandard.org/stories/7-oh...