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Texas Acting Comptroller Kelly Hancock announced the distribution of $1.1 billion in sales tax revenue for April—an increase over last year’s allocation—to cities, counties, transit systems, and special purpose districts…

Tawney, Acosta & Chaparro has pledged $5 million toward establishing a new law school at The University of Texas at El Paso. This donation matches an earlier grant from another…

Acting Texas Comptroller Kelly Hancock has reminded business owners that April 15 is the deadline to file their annual property tax renditions with local appraisal districts. Businesses must list estimates…

More than 600 University of Texas at El Paso volunteers took part in Project MOVE on April 4. Participants completed dozens of service projects around El Paso during this annual…

IAM union members met in Jefferson City to discuss threats to workers’ rights in Missouri. The group focused on legislative advocacy against changes that could impact union strength or wages.…

IAM International President Brian Bryant has named DeLane Adams as Director of Rapid Response and Mobilization. This new role aims to unify response efforts during critical moments for union members.

The Texas Opioid Abatement Fund Council has announced an $11.8 million distribution from settlement funds to help hospital districts address opioid-related issues in their communities. Acting Comptroller Kelly Hancock highlighted…

Governor Greg Abbott announced new appointments for Monte Monroe and Leslie Recine on Mar. 30 for roles on the Texas State Library and Archives Commission through September 2031. Both appointees…

Governor Greg Abbott appointed four new members to serve on the Nueces River Authority Board. The board oversees water management issues across the river basin region. These appointments come amid…

Jon Holden has been named General Vice President of Training and Apprenticeships for IAM, following a unanimous executive council vote. He brings experience from leading District 751 representing Boeing workers.…

About 300 IAM union members gathered in Savannah for the annual MNPL Conference focused on labor politics. Delegates also participated in a downtown rally addressing concerns over presidential labor policies.

IAM Local 2771 members at Sheppard Air Force Base have approved a new four-year contract featuring over a 22% pay increase. The agreement secures healthcare contributions and improves work rules…

Texas Insurance Commissioner Amanda Crawford will visit Nacogdoches on April 10 for a public forum about home and auto insurance. Residents can attend or submit feedback online. Governor Greg Abbott…

Governor Greg Abbott appointed Philip George to serve on the Upper Neches River Municipal Water Authority Board through February 2031. The board oversees water resource management across four counties. This…

Governor Greg Abbott addressed attendees at TIPRO’s annual convention about recent legislative measures targeting oil thefts while highlighting how vital energy production is for jobs growth across Texas. He credited…

Governor Greg Abbott has reappointed Alfonso Charles as Presiding Judge for another four-year term over the Tenth Administrative Judicial Region. Charles brings experience from both judicial service and community involvement.…

Governor Greg Abbott has activated state emergency resources ahead of predicted severe weather across multiple regions in Texas this week. Agencies will provide support ranging from rescue operations to power…

Fifteen IAM Union members took part in an advanced organizing course at the Winpisinger Center. The training focused on developing communication skills for teaching organizing strategies within local unions.

More than 150 volunteers from IAM Local 701 packed meals at Feed My Starving Children in Aurora as part of this year’s IAM H.E.L.P.S. event. The effort provided food support…

Washington has passed new legislation protecting collective bargaining rights if federal safeguards fail. The law empowers state officials to oversee union matters should national protections lapse. Union leaders credit grassroots…

Two new affordable housing projects are making a difference for residents in Alice, Texas. Local officials say these developments improve living conditions while boosting pride throughout their neighborhoods.

A new landscaping project featuring lighting installations has been unveiled along I-10 in East El Paso. The initiative is part of broader efforts by TxDOT aimed at improving infrastructure safety…

Governor Greg Abbott has reappointed Robert “Bobby” Skov as commissioner for the Rio Grande Compact Commission through February 2031. Skov brings experience from agricultural business leadership roles. The commission manages…

Governor Greg Abbott appointed five individuals—three new members including two reappointments—to serve on a key advisory committee addressing offenders with medical or mental impairments. The appointees bring experience from psychology…