Energy
Bexar County residents can visit San Antonio Zoo for $8 on Wednesday
The San Antonio Zoo is offering discounted $8 admission for Bexar County residents on Wednesday as part of Locals Day.
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The hard ceiling over Texas cities' climate plans
Texas cities face constraints on implementing climate action plans, with Dallas's heat safety ordinance for construction workers serving as an example of local efforts.
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Cyclosporiasis in Texas: What to know and what you can do
Texas reports 48 cases of Cyclosporiasis, a parasitic disease spread through contaminated produce, as of July 6.
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State leaders look to enact more regulation when it comes to data centers in Texas
Texas state leaders indicate a shift in policy toward increased regulation of data centers in the state, according to a letter from the Public Utility Commission to Governor Abbott.
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Cyclospora outbreak - what Houston-area shoppers need to know right now
The Houston area monitors cyclospora cases as the FDA investigates a multi-state outbreak linked to shredded iceberg lettuce, with a previously positive sample test result determined to be a false positive.
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TEACHER FEATURES: Heather Thompson
Heather Thompson, a 19-year teaching veteran and 2003 Bangs High School graduate, returns to her hometown to teach art at J.B. Stephens Elementary School.
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Commissioner Sid Miller Warns Producers as Pasture Mealybug Spreads Across Texas
Texas Commissioner of Agriculture Sid Miller warns ranchers and landowners across Texas about the spread of pasture mealybug, now confirmed in 70 counties with 56 more at risk.
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College Station council to revisit $250,000 Plug and Play funding agreement
College Station City Council is reconsidering its $250,000 annual funding agreement with Plug and Play tech incubator following discussions during July budget workshops.
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Data center debate continues in Lubbock, across Texas
A citizen group in Lubbock is seeking an 18-month moratorium on data center development, with a petition deadline of July 28.
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High school teams race solar cars more than 600 miles across Texas
High school students from across the country are racing solar-powered cars over 600 miles across Texas in a five-day Solar Car Challenge competition.
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Fort Worth considers data center zoning rules in response to residents' concerns
Fort Worth is considering new zoning regulations for data centers in response to resident concerns about quality of life impacts.
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North Texas says goodbye to a month of World Cup magic
North Texas concludes its month-long hosting of World Cup matches, celebrating the global passion and local pride brought by fans and teams from around the world.
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Rural El Paso districts close schools, lay off employees as enrollment declines
Rural school districts in El Paso County are closing and consolidating campuses and laying off staff due to declining enrollment and financial challenges.
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FIRST ALERT 7 Forecast for Monday, July 20th, 2026
Forecast for Monday, July 20th, 2026 predicts decreasing thunderstorm chances across the Permian Basin with warming temperatures reaching the 80s and 90s, climbing to triple digits by week's end.
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New Braunfels hosts second annual Party for the Planet focused on sustainability and conservation
New Braunfels hosted its second annual Party for the Planet at Fischer Park, a free community event featuring environmental education, entertainment, and sustainability activities.
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Central Texas crop, weather report
Central Texas farmers report varying topsoil moisture levels and accelerated corn maturity due to increased heat, with concerns about test weights and ongoing cotton progress with minimal pest pressure.
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Walk Across Texas participants set new record in Kerr County
Walk Across Texas program participants in Kerr County set a new record by collectively logging 243,356.28 miles during the eight-week community fitness initiative.
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Abbott: Ban on data centers in rural neighborhoods
Governor Greg Abbott calls for a ban on data center construction in rural Texas neighborhoods due to concerns about electricity and water consumption and noise.
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DOE approves $3.26B in federal funding for Texas electric grid improvements
The U.S. Department of Energy approved a $3.26 billion loan to AEP Texas to fund approximately 100 transmission and infrastructure projects across Texas to support data centers and energy development.
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Houston Stadium no more: Crews take down FIFA World Cup signs to bring back Reliant Stadium name
Crews remove World Cup signage from Houston's NFL stadium and restore the Reliant Energy name ahead of the Texans' return to play.
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SpaceX Terafab tax break votes: Grimes County school boards to decide tonight
Grimes County school boards will vote Tuesday night on a tax incentive deal for SpaceX's proposed Terafab chip manufacturing facility at Gibbons Creek Reservoir.
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Lubbock residents voice concerns over data centers during city council meeting
Lubbock city council discusses resident concerns about proposed data centers, with water and electricity usage identified as top community concerns.
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Dry and hot for Sunday in North Texas
North Texas will experience dry conditions with temperatures climbing into the 90s on Sunday, with only a 10% chance of isolated showers north of I-20.
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Food for Though: Inspection violations include rice-temperature issue; top performers named
A Lubbock restaurant failed health inspections for improper rice temperature storage, while other establishments were recognized as top performers in weekly food safety reports.
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