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Jimmie Rodgers, often referred to as the "Father of Country Music," was inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame in 1961, alongside other legends like Hank Williams and Fred Rose. Born in Meridian, Mississippi, Rodgers worked on the...

The longtime chairman of the Texas Democrats, Gilberto Hinojosa, has announced his resignation following the party's significant losses in the recent elections. In a statement, Hinojosa expressed the need for new leadership to navigate the challenges ahead in the...

Republicans have regained the majority in the U.S. Senate, leading to the search for a new majority leader as Sen. Mitch McConnell steps down from the position. Among the potential candidates is John Cornyn from Texas, as reported by...

In the recent 2024 presidential election, former President Donald Trump emerged victorious over Vice President Kamala Harris, securing more than 6.3 million votes in Texas alone. This marked a significant increase of almost 500,000 votes compared to his 2020...

The city of Austin has recently responded to a resolution passed by the Austin City Council regarding flood insurance and education. The Watershed Protection Department released a memo outlining their actions in response to the resolution brought forward by...