Texas

Trump’s deportation surge has left Texas with a shortage of home builders. Now a Republican wants a whole new visa to fix that

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Trump’s deportation surge has left Texas with a shortage of home builders. Now a Republican wants a whole new visa to fix that

A bipartisan group of lawmakers is pushing to grant special visas to construction workers, as the Trump administration’s deportation campaign is reportedly causing labor shortages at construction sites in states like Texas. The Essential Workers for Economic Advancement Act, introduced in September, offers temporary, renewable visas to non-citizens for up to nine years to work … Read more

Texas retiree shuts off due to rising fees. Here’s the monstrous monthly cost (she chooses to eat instead)

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Texas retiree shuts off due to rising fees. Here’s the monstrous monthly cost (she chooses to eat instead)

Christina Mann moved from Cleveland, Texas, to the small community of Point Blank four years ago when she retired. She wanted to retire close to the water, a dream of hers. Now, water is the nightmare that is keeping her from coping. Every other day, Mann drives several miles to a friend’s house to fill … Read more

Why Texas Suburbs are Losing the War Against Feral Pigs

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Why Texas Suburbs are Losing the War Against Feral Pigs

The post The 3 million strong invasion: Why Texas suburbs are losing the war against feral pigs appeared first on AZ Animals. Take it quicklyIn Texas, wild boar populations they are expanding into suburban areas, and they do difficult to control.Wild pigs cause landscape damage and pose a parasite risks to all pets and people … Read more

CNN Data Guru Reveals Democrats’ Chances of ‘Landslide’ Midterm Win Rising Sharply — Thanks to Texas

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CNN Data Guru Reveals Democrats’ Chances of ‘Landslide’ Midterm Win Rising Sharply — Thanks to Texas

CNN’s Harry Enten argued that the Democrats’ chances of a landslide victory in this year’s midterm elections are increasing thanks, in part, to their gains in Texas. After first being amazed by the fact that the party seems ready to easily win Kamala Harris’s 2024 showing in blue states like New York and California – … Read more

A potentially historic winter storm to slam much of the United States with devastating ice and heavy snow

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A potentially historic winter storm to slam much of the United States with devastating ice and heavy snow

More than half of the United States is set to face one of the most widespread and threatening winter storms in years, one that threatens to deliver a potentially historic blow of snow and ice. The long-running storm begins on Friday, and by the time it ends on Monday, it will have dropped a foot … Read more

Well, it looks like Ted Cruz is at it again, traveling to a beach town as Texas braces for a major winter storm.

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Well, it looks like Ted Cruz is at it again, traveling to a beach town as Texas braces for a major winter storm.

Texas Governor Greg Abbott has declared a state of emergency for Texans ahead of a major winter and snow storm that will hit the state this weekend. John Moore/Getty Images Some forecasters warned that the storm could be “potentially catastrophic” across Texas into the Carolinas. And Texas Senator Ted Cruz was noticedwell… reportedly, fly to … Read more

24-year-old woman charged with aggravated assault after throwing 25lb weight plate at ‘Someone whose partner was involved’

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24-year-old woman charged with aggravated assault after throwing 25lb weight plate at ‘Someone whose partner was involved’

YOU NEED TO KNOW Aralyn Martinez, 24, allegedly threw a weighted plate at “someone her partner was involved with” while at 24 Hour Fitness in Spring, Texas, according to a press release from Harris County Sheriff’s Office 4. The plate weighed 25 lb., according to a charging document reviewed by PEOPLE KHOU 11 reported that … Read more

Texas couple falsely labeled ‘Chip and Joanna Gaines’ admit to $5M dream home renovation scam

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Texas couple falsely labeled ‘Chip and Joanna Gaines’ admit to M dream home renovation scam

A Texas couple has pleaded guilty to federal charges after prosecutors revealed they used social media to defraud dozens of homeowners out of nearly $5 million under the guise of custom homes and renovations. According to the United States Attorney’s Office for the Northern District of Texas Christopher and Raquelle Judge, a married couple from … Read more

Prosecutors describe how ‘day of celebration’ became massacre in opening statements in former Uvalde school cop’s trial

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Prosecutors describe how ‘day of celebration’ became massacre in opening statements in former Uvalde school cop’s trial

The trial of former school police officer Adrian Gonzales began Tuesday with emotional opening statements from the prosecution and defense regarding the massacre at Robb Elementary School in Uvalde, Texas. Gonzales is accused of failing to protect the children before the shooter entered the school and massacred 19 children and two teachers. His lawyers say … Read more

Texas sees first Safe Haven Baby Box surrender in Lubbock

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Texas sees first Safe Haven Baby Box surrender in Lubbock

LUBBOCK, Texas — The City of Lubbock has seen an important step in Texas history, making sure abandoned babies have a chance in life. After more than two years of installing a Safe Haven Baby Box at Lubbock Fire Rescue Station No. 9, the box saw its first use to help a mother surrender her … Read more