102,000 Texas students got school vouchers in program’s first year
The first year of the Texas school-choice program saw 102,000 students awarded vouchers for the upcoming school year.
Ohio approves nearly billion dollar payment after court ruled state shortchanged nursing homes
Legislators approved a massive financial package after the Ohio Supreme Court found the state used the wrong formula to calculate certain reimbursements for nursing homes.
World Cup host cities ranked: Cheapest to most expensive
Attending a 2026 FIFA World Cup match could cost fans more than $2,100 on average once tickets, airfare, lodging, food and transportation are factored in, according to a LendingTree analysis.
As prices increase, Americans more pessimistic about finances, new survey shows
Americans are growing more concerned about their financial future, according to a new Federal Reserve survey.
New Texas power plant being built as data centers sprout across state
A new power plant is set to be built in North Texas as power-hungry data centers spread across the state.
Texas hemp ban enforceable while legal challenge plays out, court rules
The ban on many hemp products being sold in Texas can be enforced while a legal challenge plays out, a court has ruled.
Texas summer power demand could jump nearly 10% from last year, ERCOT says
The group charged with operating the bulk of the Texas power grid said this week they are preparing for a record level of electricity demand this summer.
Houston City Council tackles budget challenges, new admin fee ahead of June 10 vote
Houston Mayor John Whitmire’s proposed budget faced a wave of mixed reactions from city officials, labor unions, and frustrated residents during a City Council meeting on Wednesday, where a new…
4th member of Arlington family gets over 7 years in prison for tax fraud scheme
A fourth member of an Arlington family who was part of a multimillion-dollar tax fraud scheme has been sentenced.
Where Texas cities land on US list of priciest, cheapest places for popular foods
With food prices rising across the country, one study has found the Texas cities with the priciest and most budget-friendly popular food items.