On Friday nights, in prison cells across parts of Texas, a window opens to the outside world — a radio show for inmates that links inmates to family, friends and the world outside.... Read more»
Granting legal status to the illegal immigrants living in one of Texas’ largest metropolitan areas would generate at least $1.4 billion a year in revenue for state and federal agencies, with Social Security and Medicare being the largest potential beneficiaries.... Read more»1
The man wanted for first-degree murder in the killing of 21-year-old Jordan “JP” Peterson surrendered in Texas on Saturday.... Read more»3
Herman Cain and Newt Gingrich went to Rick Perry’s home turf to debate Saturday night. But in an event hosted by the Texas Patriots PAC that was far more dialogue than debate, the two had little to say about their Texas rivals, Perry and U.S. Rep. Ron Paul.... Read more»
The Federal Election Commission unanimously voted Thursday to let Rep. Gabrielle Giffords use about $2,200 in campaign funds for heightened security at her Houston home... Read more»
Philanthropists spend $4.4 billion over 10 years to improve schools, but are humbled by setbacks and the need for new approaches. Has this big money made the big impact that they — as well as teachers, administrators, parents and students — hoped for?... Read more»
U.S. Rep. Gabrielle Giffords is planning to attend the April 29 launch of the space shuttle, which will be commanded by her husband, Capt. Mark Kelly.... Read more»
U.S. Rep. Gabrielle Giffords has been upgraded to good condition, and was moved to a rehabilitation facility Wednesday, the Texas hospital where she was transferred for treatment said.... Read more»
The office of U.S. Rep. Gabrielle Giffords has released the route she will take to Davis-Monthan Air Force Base on Friday morning. Giffords is expected to leave UMC at about 9:15 a.m.... Read more»2
U.S. Rep. Gabrielle Giffords will move to a rehabilitation facility in Houston, likely on Friday. “Because this is a fluid situation, the exact day of the move will depend on the congresswoman’s health,” her spokesman said.... Read more»
After a sluggish 2009, Texas’ top trade districts — Houston, Laredo and El Paso — are rebounding well from the national recession and witnessing huge increases in the value of trade passing through their ports this year.... Read more»
Charter schools have been around since 1992, but this is a breakthrough year.... Read more»2
Call it primary care’s version of the gated community. As health care reform adds millions to insurance rolls, wait times for appointments could creep from weeks to months. The new premium for patients who can pay? Simply getting in.... Read more»
Former Arizona defensive tackle Earl Mitchell was selected in the third round of the 2010 NFL Draft by the Houston Texans. The Houston native is excited about the chance to have family and friends watch him play.... Read more»
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