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Texas families impacted by flooding get extended support through SNAP program
Austin, Texas – In a continued effort to support families affected by devastating flooding across the state, Governor Greg Abbott announced…
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Texas mayor who used school building to store cocaine sentenced to nearly four years in prison
Progreso, Texas – The former mayor of Progreso, Texas, Gerardo Alanis, has been sentenced to 46 months in federal prison…
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Texas commits to affordable living solutions with funding for over 60 rental developments
Austin, Texas – In a major step toward expanding access to affordable housing, Governor Greg Abbott announced that the Texas Department…
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Lottery player from Frisco turns Powerball ticket into a two million dollar windfall with Power Play
Frisco, Texas – A lucky resident of Frisco has claimed an impressive $2 million Powerball prize from the July 9…
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Governor Abbott confirms SNAP hot food access for Texans affected by severe floods
Austin, Texas – Governor Greg Abbott announced earlier this week that the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) has…
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Governor Abbott announces federal disaster assistance expansion to help more Texas flooded counties
Burnet, Texas – Governor Greg Abbott has announced that the federal government has expanded President Donald J. Trump’s Major Disaster Declaration…
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Texas Department of Transportation opens public comment period for massive statewide infrastructure planning effort
Austin, Texas – Texans now have an opportunity to help shape the future of transportation in their communities, as the Texas…
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Governor Abbott tours flood damage and pledges ongoing support for Texans affected by devastating Hill Country flooding
Hunt, Texas – In the wake of widespread flooding across Texas, Governor Greg Abbott visited the hard-hit Hill Country to witness…
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Former Donna resident pleads guilty in multi-million dollar cocaine distribution case
Donna, Texas – A 25-year-old former Donna resident has pleaded guilty to possession with intent to distribute cocaine, according to an…
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Federal prosecutors in the Western District of Texas announce over 200 immigration related charges in a single week
San Antonio, Texas – In a sweeping enforcement action highlighting the growing number of immigration and immigration-related crimes, the U.S. Attorney’s…
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