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Abbott demands probe into power outages

Thu, 07/18/2024 - 4:00am

More than 2 million Texans lost power when Hurricane Beryl hit the Texas coast, and Gov. Greg Abbott wants to know why. The Austin American-Statesman reported Abbott has ordered the Public Utility Commission to conduct an immediate study into why the Houston area has again been hit by widespread power outages.

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Capital Highlights

Thu, 07/11/2024 - 4:00am

Ayear after a new state law ended mandatory water breaks in Texas, a proposed federal rule would protect millions of workers from the risks caused by extreme heat, The Texas Tribune reported.

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Lest we forget

Thu, 07/11/2024 - 4:00am

What Wikipedia Can’t Tell You

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A seat at the table

Thu, 07/04/2024 - 4:00am

What Wikipedia Can’t Tell You

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Fire safety urged for Fourth

Thu, 07/04/2024 - 4:00am

With the Fourth of July bringing a possible four-day weekend for lucky Texans, the Texas A&M Forest Service urges outdoor enthusiasts to exercise fire safety outdoors, especially when using fireworks or starting campfires to roast hot dogs and toast marshmallows.

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