The Latest Breaking News from Texas

Texas DEI ban in public schools approved in the House

Senate Bill 12’s supporters say DEI programs use class time and public funds to promote political agendas.

The Texas Tribune · May 25, 2025

Texas is closer to putting the Ten Commandments in classrooms after a key vote

A push to put the Ten Commandments on display in all Texas public school classrooms is closer to reaching Republican Gov. Greg Abbott's desk

The Independent UK · May 25, 2025

Texas will require public school classrooms to display Ten Commandments under bill nearing passage

The House has approved Senate Bill 10 even though a similar Louisiana law was deemed unconstitutional. Supporters say Christianity is core to U.S. history.

The Texas Tribune · May 25, 2025

Mexican singer cancels show in Texas citing visa revocation

Julión Álvarez was to perform before 50,000 fans in Texas, but he is the latest Mexican musician to have their visa revoked

The Guardian - US · May 24, 2025

You’ll Never Get Ahead in These 5 “Affordable” States (Here’s Why They’re Lying to You)

When it comes to relocating for a better life, affordability is often the biggest selling point. States advertise low taxes, cheap housing, and budget-friendly lifestyles...

Saving Advice · May 24, 2025

Starbase could shut down Boca Chica Beach more frequently under Texas legislation

The Texas Senate agreed Friday to make it easier for the new city, home to Elon Musk’s SpaceX, to shutter the beach during rocket launches.

The Texas Tribune · May 24, 2025

Oracle has reportedly placed an order for $40 billion in Nvidia AI GPUs for a new OpenAI data center

Oracle aims to deploy 400,000 Nvidia GB200 AI chips at a Texas data center to support the U.S. Stargate Project.

Tom’s Hardware · May 24, 2025

As Texas’s measles outbreak slows, officials warn of rise in other states

Cases in New Mexico and Kansas give experts reason to be ‘concerned’ in second-worst US measles year since 2000

The Guardian - US · May 24, 2025

Dear Tesla Stock Fans, Mark Your Calendars for June 30

Tesla’s upcoming robotaxi launch in Austin, Texas, slated to occur before the end of June, is a crucial catalyst for the stock.

Barchart · May 24, 2025

Overriding a Texas governor’s veto can be impossible. Lawmakers are trying to change that.

The state constitution’s legislative calendar — not a vote threshold — makes it hard to overrule the governor. Legislators are crafting an amendment that would make more overrides possible.

The Texas Tribune · May 24, 2025