Trina Thomas News
U.S. Customs and Border Protection commissioner: 'CBP continues to execute this administration’s comprehensive strategy' to manage borders amid Title 42 expulsion
By Trina Thomas | Apr 28, 2022
As encounters at the southern border skyrocket and Title 42 expulsions will soon end, many Americans brace for impact as they predict an increase in migrants entering illegally.
TPPF director: 'It’s not a stretch to say that property taxes are out of control in the Lone Star State'
By Trina Thomas | Mar 25, 2022
Taxes in the Lone Star State have sky-rocketed, with many residents calling for reform.
TPPF policy director Quintero: 'Property taxes are out of control in the Lone Star State'
By Trina Thomas | Mar 9, 2022
Property taxes are a point of contention in Texas, an issue that draws bipartisan support for decreasing the property tax burden on Texas citizens.
Austin City Council recognizes February as 'Winter Storm Uri Remembrance Month'
By Trina Thomas | Feb 22, 2022
The Austin City Council passed a resolution recognizing the rest of February as "Winter Storm Uri Remembrance Month."
InvenTrust acquires two Austin shopping centers for $180 million
By Trina Thomas | Feb 15, 2022
A Chicago real estate investment trust company recently announced the $180 million acquisition of two Austin shopping centers.
Aikman launches new light lager beer 'for the drinker who consistently puts in the hard work'
By Trina Thomas | Feb 15, 2022
Former American football quarterback Troy Aikman announced the debut of his new light lager beer.
'The world’s fastest creature': Famous Peregrine falcon catches flight after recovering from injuries
By Trina Thomas | Feb 15, 2022
An injured Peregrine falcon named Yukon Jack made its way to Texas from Minnesota, even if there were a few hiccups during the flight.
'Somebody lost their daughter': Arizona teen dies traveling to Austin volleyball tournament
By Trina Thomas | Feb 15, 2022
A teenager from Arizona has died while in Austin for a volleyball tournament.
Second hand thrift store for animal products thrives in Austin
By Trina Thomas | Feb 10, 2022
Austin recently welcomed a second-hand animal thrift store to benefit animal shelters.
'Marijuana is not the type of violation that we want to stockpile jails with': Austin to vote on marijuana enforcement, no-knock warrants
By Trina Thomas | Jan 28, 2022
The Austin City Council approved a proposal that will be placed on the May 7 ballot that would get rid of low-level marijuana enforcement and eliminate no-knock warrants.
'We’re committed to making progress possible for families': Autism Learning Centers to open new Round Rock location
By Trina Thomas | Jan 27, 2022
Round Rock is one of four Texas cities that will be welcoming Autism Learning Partners (ALP), as the development disability treatment center announced plans for company expansion on Jan. 25.
Veriforce expands to Africa after ComplyWorks acquisition
By Trina Thomas | Nov 15, 2021
A leading global supply chain risk-management organization on Nov. 4 announced its further expansion into the mining and energy sector after acquiring ComplyWorks Africa, Ltd.
Produce delivery service helps Austin residents, one 'Good Apple' at a time
By Trina Thomas | Oct 20, 2021
The CEO of Good Apple, an Austin-based produce delivery service, is taking aim to eliminate food insecurity by addressing mobility and transportation barriers.
Virtual mental health organization makes Texas expansion as the state has 'lack of mental health resources'
By Trina Thomas | Oct 10, 2021
A virtual mental health clinic is expanding its services to Texas.
mindStart celebrates five years of 'providing customer service and support to local businesses'
By Trina Thomas | Oct 10, 2021
A privately-owned company called mindStart provides outsourced customer service to small and medium business owners and celebrates its five year anniversary.
'Pay What You Can Day' coming to Austin from NeuFit
By Trina Thomas | Oct 10, 2021
A leading provider of advanced neuromuscular treatment for athletes and patients will host a 'Pay What You Can Day' on Oct. 22 in Austin.
Austin receives $2.7 million funding for COVID-19 vaccine promotion efforts
By Trina Thomas | Oct 3, 2021
Austin is receiving funds to promote COVID-19 vaccines to underserved communities.
Netflix's new 'Roaring Twenties' will follow Austin 20 year olds looking for love, success
By Trina Thomas | Sep 3, 2021
A new Netflix series called "Roaring Twenties" will film 20-somethings living in Austin who are in search of success and love during the 2020s, KXAN reports.
Real estate researchers expect 'supply of homes for sale to increase' in Texas for 2022
By Trina Thomas | Aug 20, 2021
The Texas Real Estate Research Center (TRERC) predicts that the housing market will gain some stability following the end of "pandemic induced home shortages."
'It's the right time': Westlake football coach to retire after 2021 season
By Trina Thomas | Aug 13, 2021
Westlake Head Football Coach Todd Dodge announced his retirement, stating that the 2021 football season will be his last at the Texas high school and that "It's the right time."