IAM union and community leaders rally as Whirlpool plans to lay off 341 workers
IAM Union members rallied with community leaders as Whirlpool prepares major layoffs at its Amana plant. Speakers called for stronger worker protections when public funds are used by corporations.
Census Bureau releases 2024 state government finance data
The U.S. Census Bureau has published new data tables from the Annual Survey of State Government Finances, covering fiscal year 2024.
Governor Abbott reappoints two trustees to county and district retirement board
Governor Greg Abbott has announced the reappointment of James M. Bass and Holly Williamson to the Texas County and District Retirement System Board of Trustees.
Texas Real Estate Inspector Committee reviews education rules and drafts updates to standards
The Texas Real Estate Inspector Committee (TREIC) convened on January 20, 2026, to address several organizational and regulatory matters, including the induction of new members, officer elections, subcommittee appointments, and discussions on rule…
IAM announces dates for upcoming Spanish-language leadership training classes
The International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM) is set to hold its next Spanish Leadership I Class from April 19 to 24, 2025, at the William W. Winpisinger Education and Technology Center.
Texas Real Estate Commission proposes contract updates at February meeting
The Texas Real Estate Commission (TREC) convened on February 9, 2026, to elect new officers, appoint committee members, propose contract form updates, and discuss the agency’s updated online license management system.
Census Bureau releases 2024 Rental Housing Finance Survey data
The U.S. Census Bureau and the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) have published new summary tables and public use files from the 2024 Rental Housing Finance Survey (RHFS).
Federal grant approved for wildfire response after evacuation orders in Texas Panhandle
Governor Greg Abbott announced that the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has approved a Fire Management Assistance Grant (FMAG) for the 8 Ball Fire in the Texas Panhandle.
Governor Abbott appoints members to Texas Board of Criminal Justice
This week, Governor Greg Abbott announced new appointments to the Texas Board of Criminal Justice.
Changing Austin podcast launches second season featuring local leaders
Changing Austin, a podcast produced by Amplify Credit Union, is launching its second season on February 20.
Rackspace partners with Palantir for managed deployment of Foundry and AIP platforms
Rackspace Technology and Palantir Technologies have announced a partnership to provide managed operations for Palantir’s Foundry and Artificial Intelligence Platform (AIP) in production environments.
Texas Real Estate Commission to hold February meeting with CE opportunities for licensees
The Texas Real Estate Commission (TREC) is scheduled to hold its next meeting at 10:00 a.m. Central Time on Monday, February 9, 2026.