Texas

2024 - 5 - 22

Texas News Roundup: Lawsuits, Energy Grid, and State Appointments

Collin County Flood Maps - Freshwater Mussel Reintroduction - Governor Abbott - Operation Lone Star - Texas - Texas A&M System - Texas Council - Texas DPS - Texas Energy Grid - Texas GOP

Check out the latest buzz from Texas - lawsuits, energy grid stabilization, and state appointments. Dive into the details of what's happening in the Lone Star State!

In a whirlwind of events in Texas, families of Uvalde shooting victims are suing Texas DPS officers for compensation. Simultaneously, the city of Uvalde is set to pay $2 million to the families, create a permanent memorial, and enhance training programs. The Texas A&M System is making energy moves, aiming to host a network of power plants on its land with the assistance of a new state energy fund. Additionally, plans to allocate billions to a flood-prone East Texas highway raise concerns over its effectiveness in preventing future flooding.

In the realm of state appointments, Governor Abbott has named a new chair and appointed six members to the Texas Council, marking a significant development for the state. Meanwhile, the controversial Operation Lone Star sheds light on the challenges posed by misinformation and discrimination in Texas, particularly regarding anti-immigrant laws like Senate Bill 4.

As Texas navigates these legal and energy challenges, it's clear that the state is at a critical juncture in infrastructure and governance. The innovations in the Texas power grid spearheaded by researchers at UTA symbolize a proactive approach to strengthening the state's energy network. With Texas A&M System's initiatives to stabilize the energy grid, the state is making strides towards a more sustainable and resilient future.

Amidst the legal battles and energy transitions, it's evident that Texas is a state of constant evolution and adaptation. The commitment to addressing the aftermath of tragedies like the Uvalde school shooting showcases the community's resilience and pursuit of justice, highlighting the values deeply rooted in Texan society.

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Families of Uvalde shooting victims sue Texas DPS officers for ... (Texas Tribune)

In a separate settlement, the city of Uvalde will pay $2 million to the families, create a permanent memorial to the victims and provide enhanced training ...

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Texas A&M System wants a network of power plants on its land ... (Texas Tribune)

A new state energy fund will offer low-interest loans to companies that build new power plants.

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Plans to spend billions on a flood-prone East Texas highway may ... (Texas Tribune)

TxDOT says it can't guarantee that upgrades to one of Houston's main hurricane evacuation routes will prevent future flooding of U.S. 59.

Governor Abbott Names Chair, Appoints Six To Texas Council For ... (Office of the Texas Governor)

May 22, 2024 | Austin, Texas | Appointment. Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Lisa Marenco, Roni Jo Frazier, Shana Halvorsen, and Beatrice Degree and ...

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Operation Lone Star: Misinformation and Discrimination in Texas ... (aclutx.org)

Anti-immigrant laws like Senate Bill 4 are part of a much larger, unconstitutional effort by Texas politicians to enforce discriminatory immigration ...

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Uvalde families sue Texas DPS over Robb Elementary School ... (Texas Public Radio)

The families of 19 victims of the 2022 Robb Elementary School shooting announced a settlement Wednesday with the city and county of Uvalde.

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Supporting Texas Power (uta.edu)

Through a federal grant, UTA researchers work to make the state's power grid stronger.

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Texas A&M System Steps Up to Stabilize Texas Energy Grid (tamuc.edu)

Texas A&M University-Commerce chosen by The Texas A&M System as a possible location for new peaker power plant.

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Texas A&M System working to help stabilize Texas power grid (KBTX)

COLLEGE STATION, ...

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Venta sin impuestos en productos eficientes de energía en Texas (Telemundo Dallas)

calentadores de agua; secadoras de ropa; congeladores; estufas; ventiladores de ático; bombas de calor; refrigeradores de vino; barriles de cerveza; enfriadores ...

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Aggies Announce 2024 Conference Slate - Texas A&M Athletics ... (Texas A&M Athletics)

The Texas A&M volleyball team announced an exciting schedule of challenging SEC games for the 2024 season Wednesday.

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Uvalde school shooting victims' families announce $2 million ... (CBS News)

Family members of Uvalde school shooting victims also said they're filing lawsuits against dozens of Texas Department of Public Safety officers and Uvalde's ...

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Families of Uvalde school shooting victims suing Texas state police ... (NBC News)

AUSTIN, Texas — The families of 19 of the victims in the Uvalde elementary school shooting in Texas on Wednesday announced a lawsuit against nearly 100 ...

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Bell County authorities, residents dealing with devastation caused ... (KBTX)

Authorities across ...

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Texas town declares emergency after vehicles flipped, roofs ... (FOX Weather)

Damage caused by severe storms in Central Texas forced the City of Temple to declare an emergency on Wednesday and encouraged residents to stay off the ...

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Texas-based organization raises concerns about policy and ... (Houston Public Media)

A Texas-based non-partisan think tank is raising concerns about artificial intelligence regulation in schools. Texas 2036 is an organization that looks ...

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“The house is on fire”: Texas GOP plots its next chapter amid civil ... (Texas Tribune)

Under outgoing chair Matt Rinaldi, the party's donor base has shrank as it aligns with two far-right megadonors.

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Texas Republicans prepare for six-way election contest for state ... (Houston Public Media)

Texas Republican Party chair candidates from top left: Weston Martinez, Abraham George and Mike Garcia. Bottom left: Dana Myers, Matt Mackowiak, Ben Armenta.

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Texas Republicans to choose direction at state convention (The Dallas Morning News)

Convention delegates will choose a new party leader, platform and rules, including whether to close the party's primary to non-Republican voters.

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Closed Primaries, Chair Race, Stump Speeches: The 2024 Texas ... (The Texan)

Here are five major things to watch for at the 2024 Republican Party of Texas convention.

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Texas A&M System Announces Creating "Peaker Power Plants ... (WTAW)

Bryan mayor Bobby Gutierrez, during a visit on WTAW's The Infomaniacs, said the city and Bryan Texas Utilities (BTU) have been working with system officials on ...

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Families of Uvalde school shooting victims are suing Texas state ... (KKCO-TV)

The lawsuit is the ...

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First-Ever Freshwater Mussel Reintroduction in Texas | U.S. Fish ... (US Fish and Wildlife Service)

The yellow sandshell mussels were grown at Inks Dam National Fish Hatchery in Burnet, Texas through a contract established with the San Antonio River Authority ...

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Texans are falling behind on their light bills — especially during ... (Texas Tribune)

One organization helping Texans pay their electric bills said the average household was $1,400 behind. ... Mary Ann Estrella sits for a portrait inside her ...

Collin County, Texas, Flood Maps Become Final (FEMA)

New flood maps have been finalized and will become effective on Nov. 21, 2024, for Collin County, Texas.

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No. 1 Rowing dominates Big 12 awards (TexasSports.com)

Anna Jensen (Rower of the Year), Dave O'Neill (Co-Coach of the Year) and Rhiannon Luke (Newcomer of the Year) received honors from the Big 12.

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Tennessee and Texas Garner 2024 Big 12 Rowing Yearly Awards (Big12Sports.com)

Tennessee and Texas shared the Big 12 Rowing yearly awards for the 2024 season as voted on by the league's head coaches. Anna Jensen (rower), Rhiannon Luke ...

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