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'Thousands of potential asylum-seekers (are) already waiting': TPPF's Agren criticizes lifting Title 42

Texas Public Policy Foundation's David Agren criticized plans to lift Title 42 restrictions, citing a border crisis that will follow.


'The epicenter of the energy transition': Conservative Texans for Energy Innovation shares expectations for green energy

The state of Texas is expected to see new advancements in renewable energy thanks to incoming investments in clean energy tech for solar and wind projects.


STEC proposes reliability service to PUC 'in an effort to continue to work toward resolution of the reliability problems'

South Texas Electric Cooperative Inc. submitted a proposal to the Public Utilities Commission of Texas requesting modification of the RFP to allow other proposals, including cost allocations for wind and solar sources. It also has the support of the Texas Public Policy Foundation.


Garrett: Abbott supports taking 'a large chunk of the surplus money we have' for tax cuts

Gov. Greg Abbott shared that he is considering using a large amount of the state budget surplus toward tax cuts as property tax rates continue to rise across the state.


'I am proud to join the Sprinkles team': Sprinkles Cupcakes names Schulder as new CFO

Austin-based baking company Sprinkles Cupcakes announced that Allison Schulder has been named the company's new chief financial officer.


New report from the Greater Austin Crime Commission calls for an increase in Austin police officers

In a new study funded by the Greater Austin Crime Commission released on Jan. 11, data shows that the Austin Police Department requires at least 108 more police officers for more efficient crime resolution in the city.


'We follow certain rules for a good reason': Dripping Springs father strips to swimsuit amid school board mask meeting

A Dripping Springs man stripped down to his swimwear at a school board meeting on Aug. 23 in protest of optional mandates proposed by the council.