Part-time jobs, loans and worry: Texas federal workers contend with government shutdown
| October 27, 2025
Since the federal government shutdown began this month, San Antonio resident Imelda Avila-Thomas has canceled her daughter’s tutoring and removed her from after-school care.
8 delightful things to do in Denton, Texas
| October 27, 2025
Affordability | Community | CULTURE | denton | DFW | DFW Lead Story | ENTERTAINMENT | food and drink | HARDGATE | LIFESTYLE | THINGS TO DO
There are so many fun things to do in Denton, Texas, from exploring a unique bookstore to attending a local festival.
A new car vs. health insurance? Average family job-based coverage hits $27K
| October 22, 2025
Affordability | Donald Trump | ECONOMY | FAMILY | Federal Cuts | HEALTH | health insurance | HEALTHCARE | insurance | Medicaid | NATIONAL NEWS | national politics
With the federal shutdown entering its fourth week, spurred by a stalemate over the cost of health insurance for 22 million Americans on Affordable Care Act plans, a new report shows that over 154 million people with coverage through an employer also face steep price hikes — and that the situation is likely to get worse.
Fort Worth Stockyards: 16 events to look forward to in the rest of 2025
| October 21, 2025
Affordability | Community | CULTURE | DFW | ENTERTAINMENT | food and drink | fort worth stockyards | HARDGATE | LIFESTYLE | recreation | TEXAS | THINGS TO DO
Celebrate the end of 2025 in style with 16 exciting events happening at the Fort Worth Stockyards. From country music to ghost tours, there is something for everyone.
New Texas energy package could help older adults in long-term care facilities during extreme weather
| October 20, 2025
A growing body of research warns that climate disasters are disproportionately dangerous for older adults, especially those in long-term care settings who rely on others for essential support. Those risks are often compounded in rural areas, where resources are scarce and emergency support is slower to arrive.