Tag: Houston
Texas Governor Considers Purchasing Water from Houston for West Texas
**Texas Governor Considers Purchasing Water from Houston for West Texas**In a state where water scarcity is a constant concern, Texas Governor Greg Abbott is...
Shamsud-Din Jabbar: Houston Man Linked to New Orleans New Year’s Attack
National authorities have identified Shamsud-Din Jabbar, a 42-year-old man from Houston, Texas, as the individual responsible for the horrific New Year's Day attack in...
Houston Rapper Fat Pat: A Look Back at Texas Music History
Fat Pat: A Texas Music LegendIn the heart of Houston, Texas, a musical icon was born on December 4, 1970. Patrick Lamont Hawkins, known...
Texas High School Football Playoffs: Regional Semifinals Scores Nov. 29
Vandegrift High School's football team secured a spot in the 6A Division II regional final by defeating Cibolo Steele 49-35 at The Alamodome last...
Texas Standard: Thanksgiving Celebration in Texas
Today on Texas Standard, we have a variety of stories to share with you. Black farmers in Texas are receiving support from a nonprofit...
Texas Attorney General Files Lawsuit Against Investment Firms for Anti-Trust Violations and Price Hikes
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has taken legal action against three major investment firms, accusing them of violating anti-trust laws and causing energy prices...
Texas Truancy: 12,000+ Kids Sent to Court, Untracked Outcomes
More than 86,000 Texas teens have been sent to court for missing school since lawmakers’ 2015 reforms made truancy a civil matter, rather than...
Houston Refugee Resettlement Organization The Alliance Closes in June: What Happened?
The Alliance, a refugee resettlement organization in Houston, has closed its doors after nearly 40 years of service. The nonprofit provided essential support to...
Guide for Implementing Nuclear Energy in Texas: Report Highlights Strategies
Texas is known for its energy industry, primarily focused on oil and gas. However, there is a push to increase nuclear power in the...
Food Critic Pat Sharpe Retires After 50 Years: Texas Standard Nov. 19, 2024
Food critic Pat Sharpe recently announced her retirement after an impressive 50-year career dedicated to exploring and documenting the diverse food culture of Texas....