Environment
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Latino Conservation Week encourages outdoor activities for Texans
The Hispanic Access Foundation is kicking off Hispanic Heritage Month with its 13th annual Latino Conservation Week.
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Free trees are up for grabs for Dallas residents—here’s how to register
Branch Out Dallas is offering free trees to Dallas residents. Here’s how to get yours before the Sept. 30 deadline (or until they’re gone).
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Texas history declared them extinct. Now, the Karankawa are rewriting the record
Along the Texas Gulf Coast, an Indigenous tribe is righting a centuries-old wrong about their clans.
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Now is the time to look to the TX skies for the great fall bird migration
One in every three birds migrating across the U.S. passes over Texas. Here’s what to know and where to go for the best views of the 2026 fall bird migration.
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Corpus Christi voters will decide on Fair Water Amendment in November
The Corpus Christi City Council voted 6-2 on Aug. 11 to place the Fair Water Amendment on the Nov. 3 election ballot.
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Fort Worth unanimously passes data center moratorium
The Fort Worth City Council has approved a 90-day pause on data center construction. Residents say it’s just the first step in an ongoing fight for more regulation.
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Report: Renewable energy could reduce data center costs across TX
A recent report from the nonpartisan energy and climate policy think tank Energy Innovation found renewable energy can power the facilities cheaper than fossil fuels.
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No moratorium issued on data centers in Corpus Christi
The City Council will not pursue a moratorium on data centers in Corpus Christi, but officials are exploring some form of regulation.
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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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Kerr County’s new siren-based system seeks to close flood warning gaps
Kerr County is adopting an improved flood warning system, including outdoor sirens. Here’s everything you need to know.
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Here’s a breakdown of all of Corpus Christi’s water supply projects
City of Corpus Christi officials are continuing pursuit of multiple projects aimed at boosting supply and diversifying water sources beyond lakes and rivers.
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Most Texans oppose new AI data centers in their area
New poll from Texas Politics Project found statewide opposition increases among Democrats.
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State investigators issue final Camp Mystic report detailing cascading failures during July 4 flood
Lawmakers said they have already passed laws addressing all but one of the deficiencies the investigation found.
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Everything you need to know before heading to South Padre Island this summer
South Padre Island is an excellent summertime destination. Before your trip begins, learn about top activities, events, and additional information.
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Corpus Christi in Stage 3 drought, but pool permit applications keep flowing
Despite an ongoing Stage 3 drought, Corpus Christi residents are applying for pool permits at a steady rate. Here’s what you need to know.
