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Report: Oil and gas drilling in northern Texas dangerous for students
A new report shows more than 50,000 public school students in Arlington are exposed to fracking pollution as a result of oil and gas drilling in northern Texas.
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New border wall could stretch across West Texas
Despite challenges, the Trump administration is continuing with plans to build a new border wall through the Big Bend area of West Texas.
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Texans encouraged to enjoy wildlife refuges during nation’s birthday
As Texans make plans to celebrate the country’s 250th anniversary, conservationists hope they will visit one of the many national wildlife refuges across the state.
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Survivors of TX extreme weather events seek support from lawmakers
An exhibit, held on the National Mall on the eve of America’s 250th anniversary, includes the experiences of 250 survivors of natural disasters from all 50 states.
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Activists plan ‘Day of Solidarity’ to examine U.S.-Mexico trade policies
Activists and orgs oppose what they call a rigged trade agenda near the US/Mexico border.
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‘Colonia’ communities in rural Texas forgotten in federal funding
The federal government has sent billions of dollars to Texas as part of its mass deportation efforts but not for border ‘colonias.’
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Child well-being in Texas below national average, report shows
Texas lawmakers need to change policies to improve the lives of children, according to a recently released report.
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Texas cattle ranchers wary of New World Screwworm infestation
Texas’ cattle industry is facing a threat from an infestation that could cost the industry more than $1 billion.
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Federal SNAP cuts already being felt in Texas
Starting in October, Texas will be responsible for paying $117 million in administrative costs related to the SNAP program. An estimated 275,000 Texans are expected to lose their benefits because of the change.
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Latino leaders want say in future of TX energy policies
Latino and low-income neighborhoods are often located closest to refineries and already face higher rates of asthma and other health impacts.
