Gov. Abbott Says Texas Plans To Build Southern Border Wall
During a summit on Thursday, Gov. Greg Abbott said he will announce plans next week for Texas to begin building a wall along the southern border.
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During a summit on Thursday, Gov. Greg Abbott said he will announce plans next week for Texas to begin building a wall along the southern border.
Under Senate Bills 2 and 3, Texas will now require the weatherization of power generation facilities, natural gas facilities, and transmission facilities to handle extreme weather.
Texas is one of 25 states — all with Republican governors — that have opted to curtail enhanced unemployment benefits two months early.
Texas lawmakers will be called back for a special session later this fall so they can redraw state House and Senate districts, along with Congressional districts.
Gov. Abbott was referring to House Democrats who walked out late Sunday night, leaving the chamber without a quorum, before the midnight deadline to pass bills.
Abbott is up for re-election in 2022 and already has a primary opponent in former Texas Senator Don Huffines.
"Texas continues to step up to confront the border crisis in the federal government's absence, but more must be done," said Gov. Greg Abbott in a statement.
The Governor made preventing cities from defunding the police an emergency item this session.
Days before the end of the regular legislative session, Gov. Greg Abbott sought to set the political ground rules for a potential special session.
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott was in Fort Worth Thursday to talk about law enforcement efforts targeting the recent rise in fentanyl cases.
The "Botham Jean Act" is named in honor of the Dallas accountant murdered in his own apartment by an off-duty Dallas police officer in 2018.
Governor Greg Abbott has signed a Resolution naming the 1847 Colt Walker pistol the official handgun of Texas.
Texas Governor Greg Abbott vowed he would sign legislation that would make it harder for communities to defund the police after a weekend shooting in Austin.
Texas Governor Greg Abbott has signed Senate Bill 8 into law, banning most abortions in Texas as early as six weeks and allowing almost any American citizen to sue state abortion providers.
Governor Abbott's decision to opt out of federal pandemic-related unemployment benefits is receiving mixed reviews.
On May 18 Texas Governor Greg Abbott issued an executive order prohibiting governmental entities in the state from requiring or mandating mask wearing.
Texas will opt out of further federal unemployment compensation related to the COVID-19 pandemic, effective June 26.
Like some Texas conservatives, Don Huffines has criticized Gov. Greg Abbott, so he's decided to run against him.
The Texas measure is likely to draw a swift legal challenge from abortion rights groups.
Under House Bill 3, Governor Greg Abbott and future Governors would need to work more closely with the state legislature.
The full Texas Senate could consider House Bill 1927 as early as Wednesday, May 5 after it was approved by a newly formed, special committee on Constitutional Issues.
They want action and are asking the U.S. Department of Education to step in.
In response to President Joe Biden's executive actions, Gov. Greg Abbott tweeted that the president is "threatening our 2nd Amendment rights" and that "we will not allow this in Texas."
Governor Greg Abbott today issued a proclamation recognizing April 2021 as Sexual Assault Awareness Month in Texas.
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott says state agencies have reported allegations of sexual abuse and child neglect at the migrant facility in San Antonio.
The Cowboys are working to shore up their secondary by agreeing to a contract with free agent safety Jalen Thompson to a reported 3-year, $36 million contract.
A Waxahachie man was arrested after deputies uncovered a suspected cockfighting operation with dead and severely injured birds at a Johnson County property.
The robots are part of Burleson's effort to assess sidewalk accessibility across the city.
The Cowboys will send a 4th-round pick to Green Bay.
Mojtaba Khamenei was named Iran's new supreme leader following the death of his father in the U.S.-Israeli strikes.
The Cowboys are working to shore up their secondary by agreeing to a contract with free agent safety Jalen Thompson to a reported 3-year, $36 million contract.
A Waxahachie man was arrested after deputies uncovered a suspected cockfighting operation with dead and severely injured birds at a Johnson County property.
The robots are part of Burleson's effort to assess sidewalk accessibility across the city.
The Cowboys will send a 4th-round pick to Green Bay.
Mojtaba Khamenei was named Iran's new supreme leader following the death of his father in the U.S.-Israeli strikes.
The crash sparked a nearly three‑year I‑Team investigation into Fort Worth police pursuit policies.
It started with a complaint from a male officer.
Austin medical supply business accused of Medicare fraud, funneling millions overseas, federal complaint says.
As Texas, in recent years, has experienced an increase in its infant mortality rate, it has seen a growing interest in bereavement care for families.
Internal turmoil, missing records, and clashing narratives raise new questions about the nonprofit's management and oversight.
Mojtaba Khamenei was named Iran's new supreme leader following the death of his father in the U.S.-Israeli strikes.
Live Nation, the parent company of Ticketmaster, has reached a deal with the Department of Justice as part of a high-stakes antitrust trial.
The preliminary U.S. intelligence assessment suggests that the U.S. is "likely" responsible for the bombing of the girls' school in Iran on Feb. 28.
Wait times to get through security hit two hours in New Orleans and over three hours in Houston as TSA staffing took a hit amid the partial government shutdown.
Sen. Tim Kaine, a Virginia Democrat, expressed regret on Sunday for supporting Kristi Noem for Department of Homeland Security secretary last year.
A lawsuit filed late last month took Chicago-based McDonald's to task over the McRib sandwich, calling its name a form of false advertising.
While retailers like Amazon, Macy's and Target are extending their return window for gifts bought during the holidays, some stores are adding fees to return purchases.
Less than two days after Delta Air Lines offered $30,000 to each passenger on board the flight that crashed and flipped in Toronto on Monday afternoon, the company is facing its first two lawsuits in the incident — and they likely won't be the last.
Texas Agricultural Commissioner Sid Miller is calling for a statewide ban on non-water additives, such as fluoride, in the public water system.
Last year, over 16 million vehicles drove on North Texas toll roads without paying, accumulating more than $69 million in unpaid tolls.
HHS Secretary RFK Jr. wants the popular coffee chains to prove their surgery drinks are safe for teens and suggested the Trump administration could place limits on your cup of coffee.
Tests of dozens of baby formulas by Consumer Reports found that nearly half contained potentially dangerous chemicals.
USALESS.COM is recalling its Rhino Choco VIP 10X product due to the undeclared presence of Tadalafil, which is the active ingredient in Cialis.
Eagle Mountain-Saginaw ISD said that the decision was made after consultation with Tarrant County Public Health.
The McKinney Fire Chief already has AED's placed in all police and fire vehicles.
Small businesses along South Akard Street say the removal of a key bridge connecting Downtown Dallas to the Cedars neighborhood is already driving customers away, with no return of direct access expected until 2028.
An Amazon Prime delivery in Richardson this week left more behind than intended.
Prominent political and business leaders are named in the documents released by the Justice Department in connection with its investigations into Jeffrey Epstein.
A Dallas coffee chain says it's caught in a political firestorm after a walkout over an ICE discount.
During the World Cup, soccer fans will be able to get a taste of what North Texas' new professional soccer team, Atletico Dallas, has to offer.
The Cowboys are working to shore up their secondary by agreeing to a contract with free agent safety Jalen Thompson to a reported 3-year, $36 million contract.
The Cowboys will send a 4th-round pick to Green Bay.
Olivia Miles, the league player of the year, scored 17 points for No. 1 seed TCU (29-5), even though she played most of the way in foul trouble.
Blackhawks rookie forward Oliver Moore left midway through the first period after three shifts with an undisclosed injury when sliding into the end boards seconds after assisting on Rinzel's goal.
The Lancaster Lady Tigers girls' basketball team made history Saturday night, securing the program's first Class 6A state title.
A woman was arrested on Sunday for firing multiple shots at the Beverly Hills home of Rihanna, Los Angeles Police Department officials say.
Actor and filmmaker Bruce Campbell told fans that he is in treatment for cancer and will cancel some upcoming public appearances.
Hillary Knight, Megan Keller and Jack and Quinn Hughes made a surprise appearance during "Heated Rivalry" star Connor Storrie's opening monologue on "SNL."
Shia LaBeouf, who was charged with battery after police say he punched several people outside a New Orleans bar earlier this month, was arrested again on Saturday.
Singer-songwriter Neil Sedaka, known for his hits like "Laughter in the Rain," "Breaking Up is Hard to Do" and "Calendar Girl," has died.
The Red Bull Flugtag Airshow returned to Las Colinas on Saturday after a 12-year hiatus. Teams are tasked with constructing a flying machine and putting it to the test. It's estimated that around 25,000 people attended the event.
A suspect was taken into custody after an attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder on June 1 in which there were 15 people and a dog who were victims. The suspect threw Molotov cocktails that burned some of the victims, who were part of a march for Israeli hostages.
The Neonatal Intensive Care Unit babies at Texas Health locations across North Texas celebrated Valentine's Day.
As Anthony Davis prepared for his debut game at the AAC, Dallas Mavericks fans took to the arena to protest the controversial trade.
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