Governor Abbott declares disaster in effort to stop screwworm fly threat
Governor Greg Abbott has declared a statewide disaster in Texas to help prevent the spread of the New World screwworm fly, which threatens livestock and wildlife.
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Governor Abbott appoints Ashley Wysocki as judge for Dallas County court
Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Ashley Wysocki as Judge of the 301st Judicial District Court in Dallas County.
Governor Abbott appoints Robert Rucker as Injured Employee Public Counsel
Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Robert Rucker as the Injured Employee Public Counsel, with a term ending on February 1, 2027.
Governor Abbott appoints new judge and names leadership to state boards
Governor Greg Abbott has announced a new round of appointments to various positions across Texas.
Texas extends SNAP replacement benefit deadline after January winter storm
Texas Governor Greg Abbott has announced that the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) received federal approval to extend the deadline for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) recipients to…
Texas Education Agency releases 2025 annual report on public schools
The Texas Education Agency has published its 2025 Annual Report, detailing the state of public education for more than 5.5 million students and their teachers across Texas. “Every day, educators,…
Texas awards $12 million semiconductor grant to fund new cleanroom at Texas Tech
Governor Greg Abbott has announced a $12 million grant from the Texas Semiconductor Innovation Fund (TSIF) to Texas Tech University.
Governor Abbott appoints two members to farm and ranch lands conservation council
Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Lindsey Gohlke and reappointed Romey Swanson to serve on the Farm and Ranch Lands Conservation Council.
Abbott urges school district to end ties with CAIR-sponsored Houston Islamic Games
Governor Greg Abbott has sent a letter to the Cypress-Fairbanks Independent School District (CFISD) expressing concern over the New Jersey Chapter of the Council on American-Islamic Relations’ (CAIR NJ) sponsorship…
Governor Abbott appoints members to key Texas councils on conservation, education, homelessness
Governor Greg Abbott has announced several new appointments to state councils and task forces this week.
CPS Energy outlines preparations ahead of expected winter weather in San Antonio
CPS Energy has announced its preparedness for the upcoming winter weather expected in San Antonio this weekend.
CPS Energy offices to close January 19 for Martin Luther King Jr. Day
CPS Energy has announced that its offices, call center, and customer service centers will be closed on Monday, January 19, 2026, in observance of Martin Luther King Jr.
San Antonio City Council confirms Dr. Erika Gonzalez for CPS Energy Board
Dr. Erika Gonzalez has been appointed to the CPS Energy Board of Trustees following a confirmation vote by the San Antonio City Council.
CPS Energy invites public input at upcoming tele-town hall on energy planning
CPS Energy will hold a tele-town hall on January 13, 2026, from 7 to 8 p.m., inviting customers and community members to participate in discussions about San Antonio’s energy future.
CPS Energy seeks proposals for up to 500 MW of new battery storage
CPS Energy has announced the release of a Request for Proposal (RFP) to acquire up to 500 megawatts (MW) of additional battery storage.
CPS Energy seeks public input on long-term energy plans through local events
CPS Energy has begun a series of public engagement events aimed at collecting feedback from San Antonio residents to help shape the city’s long-term energy generation plans.
CPS Energy opens applications for at-large seat on Community Input Committee
CPS Energy has announced that it is accepting applications for an at-large position on its Community Input Committee (CIC).
CPS Energy increases grid capacity and completes winter readiness ahead of cold season
CPS Energy has announced the completion of its winter readiness preparations for the upcoming season.
CPS Energy announces Thanksgiving holiday closures for offices and customer centers
CPS Energy has announced that its offices, call center, and customer service centers will be closed on Thursday, November 27, and Friday, November 28, in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday.
CPS Energy seeks proposals for up to 600 MW new solar as part of Vision 2027
CPS Energy has released a Request for Proposal (RFP) seeking up to 600 megawatts of new solar energy through Power Purchase Agreements.
CPS Energy announces GrillsGiving 2025 barbecue fundraiser for energy assistance
CPS Energy is preparing for its annual GrillsGiving event, set for November 15, 2025, at Hangar 9 at Brooks in San Antonio.
Ford Holiday River Parade returns to San Antonio with movie-themed floats
San Antonio is preparing for the 44th annual Ford Holiday River Parade, scheduled for November 28, 2025.
Alamo Colleges District reports highest-ever fall enrollment as it marks its 80th anniversary
The Alamo Colleges District has reported a record enrollment for the Fall 2025 semester, with 87,757 students registered across its five colleges.
UT System names executive leadership following John M. Zerwas’s appointment as chancellor
John M. Zerwas, MD, was officially named Chancellor of The University of Texas System at the August 20 Board of Regents meeting.
Taylor Eighmy named inaugural president as two major UT institutions merge in San Antonio
The University of Texas System Board of Regents has named Taylor Eighmy, PhD, as the first president of the newly merged University of Texas at San Antonio.