Texas lawmakers push bills to address maternal mortality in 2023
After little movement in the 2021 legislative session, politicians and policy advocates hope there’s more traction on maternal and postpartum health bills this legislative session.
View ArticleEl Paso state Democrats want more oversight on border-security spending
The lawmakers say that despite billions spent, the state’s border efforts aren’t working.
View ArticleDoctors have a new, minimally invasive surgery for fighting prostate cancer
Surgeon Dr. Daniel Costa, Associate Professor of Radiology at UT Southwestern Medical Center, tells KERA’s Sam Baker the new procedure uses ultrasound to destroy tumors in the prostate.
View ArticleA collector was 'bitten by the postcard bug' 80 years ago; see some of his...
Hundreds of thousands of postcards from all over the world have found a home in 92-year-old Donald Brown's personal collection in Myerstown, Pa.
View ArticleBuying a home became a key way to build wealth. What happens if you can't...
Owning a home is still a cornerstone of the American dream for many, and a key way to build wealth. What happens when a pandemic and economic headwinds make that feel out of reach?
View ArticleFormer county judge to share political experience with local college students
Former Bexar County Judge Nelson Wolff plans to discuss his half century of experience in politics and government with students at the University of Texas at San Antonio and St. Mary's, his alma mater.
View ArticleEl Paso officials push back against Gov. Abbott’s claim that city was...
Officials said the clear streets during Biden’s visit were due to regular cleanings by city crews and fewer migrants crossing into El Paso.
View ArticleUTSA holds unveiling ceremony for San Pedro I, new downtown facility
The building on Dolorosa Street will house the university's new School of Data Science and National Security Collaboration Center. It's the first piece in the university's 10-year plan to expand its...
View ArticleTexas' record-breaking surplus is now nearly $33 billion
And Texas will have $188.2 billion in general revenue for the 2024-2025 fiscal year, a 26% increase from the last biennium.
View ArticleThe ozone layer is on track to recover in the coming decades, the United...
The ozone layer is a thin shield in the stratosphere that protects humans and the environment from harmful levels of the sun's ultraviolet radiation.
View ArticleFive public education issues stand out during Texas’ 88th legislative session
Public education advocates hope lawmakers will spend more on schools, raise teacher salaries and prioritize mental health resources. The last time the Texas Legislature made a major financial...
View ArticleNew nation, new ideas: A study finds immigrants out-innovate native-born...
In a fascinating new study, a group of economists measures the impact of immigrants on American innovation.
View ArticleAbandoned homes can be dangerous. How can cities fight blight?
More than 15 million apartments and houses sit vacant. Abandoned, or "zombie" homes, have been linked to heightened rates of crime and community decline.
View ArticleFlorida Gov. Ron DeSantis inspiring plenty of bills in the Texas Legislature...
Michael Hardy of 'Texas Monthly' argues DeSantis has increasing influence in Texas as his political star continues to rise.
View ArticleThe Texas Legislative session begins, and it will grapple with 6 key issues
Lawmakers begin work for their biennial legislative session. They’ll debate over the state budget, school issues, border security and property taxes, among other issues.
View ArticleGreg Casar is prioritizing housing, health care and voting rights during his...
The new congressman said he wants to look for ways to "do good work for the American people, regardless of party affiliation."
View ArticleNew county judge presides over first meeting, pledges to improve lives of all...
Peter Sakai presided over the Bexar County commissioners meeting on Tuesday — his first as county judge.
View ArticleWeapons, tents, generators, and more: The U.S. military is sending supplies...
The U.S. Transportation Command has the primary responsibility to load planes, ships, and other vehicles with supplies bound for Ukraine.
View ArticleJustice Charter initiative expected to make May ballot with over 37,000...
The Justice Charter would decriminalize abortion and low-level weed possession, codify cite-and-release, ban the use of chokeholds and no-knock warrants by SAPD, and establish a city Justice Director...
View ArticleTeens coping with aggression and agitation are the majority of repeat...
A new study in JAMA Pediatrics shows that teens suffering from these often-dangerous behaviors make up the largest group of repeat ER visitors, surpassing those with depression and suicidal tendencies.
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