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Washington state's landmark climate law hangs in the balance this election
Read full article: Washington state's landmark climate law hangs in the balance this electionVoters in Washington state are being asked whether to repeal one of the most progressive climate policies ever passed by a state Legislature, less than two years after it took effect.
Just as the temperature climbs, Texas towns are closing public pools to cut costs
Read full article: Just as the temperature climbs, Texas towns are closing public pools to cut costsAdvocates say public pools are necessary community infrastructure and save lives. Splash pads have become a more affordable option.
More than 100 Texas counties lack plans to curb damage from natural disasters
Read full article: More than 100 Texas counties lack plans to curb damage from natural disastersThe plans, which are required by the federal government to access certain grants after a natural disaster, are laborious to assemble — especially for rural counties.
Cities across the U.S. are abandoning bus stations. This East Texas town is embracing its bustling depot.
Read full article: Cities across the U.S. are abandoning bus stations. This East Texas town is embracing its bustling depot.Longview officials saw an opportunity to invest in mass transit after one of the nation’s largest busing companies pulled out.
Texas companies reported releasing 1 million pounds of excess pollution during recent cold snap
Read full article: Texas companies reported releasing 1 million pounds of excess pollution during recent cold snapCalled “upset” events, companies are required to tell the state when they emit pollution above what their permits allow.
Year after year, most Texas police departments report zero hate crimes. Here’s why.
Read full article: Year after year, most Texas police departments report zero hate crimes. Here’s why.A Texas Tribune analysis of hate crime data found that 82% of Texas law enforcement agencies that report to the FBI tracked no hate crimes last year. However, one suburban North Texas police agency is creating a new model of collecting hate crime data.
A year after feds allocate funds, Texas launches program to help homeowners avoid foreclosure because of COVID-19
Read full article: A year after feds allocate funds, Texas launches program to help homeowners avoid foreclosure because of COVID-19Twenty-five states, including California and New York, preceded Texas in getting federally backed programs up and running to help homeowners suffering financial hardship because of COVID-19.
East Texas county official pleads guilty to misdemeanor election fraud
Read full article: East Texas county official pleads guilty to misdemeanor election fraudAn East Texas county commissioner and his wife have pleaded guilty to misdemeanor election fraud after reaching a plea deal that allows him to remain in office.
Home prices soared during the pandemic. Here’s what that looks like in one East Texas city.
Read full article: Home prices soared during the pandemic. Here’s what that looks like in one East Texas city.Texas’ housing crunch has spread outside of the state’s major metropolitan areas and into more rural parts of Texas. Smaller cities and towns saw steep increases in home prices as COVID-19 spread.
DFW Football: Week 11/Week 6 Friday Quick Looks
Read full article: DFW Football: Week 11/Week 6 Friday Quick LooksThe winner takes the 11-6A Zone B title as the zone seeding games would be next week and determine the playoff seeds. Braswell bounced back last week in a big way and has one of the area's, if not state's, highest scoring offense. Pilot Point (7-2, 4-1) vs. #1 Brock (9-0, 5-0)The 4-3A Division I title is on the line when Pilot Point meets #1 Brock. Pilot Point won by 38 points last week but also has an 18-point loss to Whitesboro, who Brock beat 50-7. Big question: Will Brock roll over Pilot Point on the way to an undefeated regular season or will Pilot Point play spoiler?