• July 2011
• August 2011
• September 2011

Headlines archived chronologically as originally posted in 2011, 3rd Quarter

	09/30/11
	Ted Cruz says campaign for Senate seat is optimistic
	Pratt: Ask Dewhurst why he didn’t act on in-state tuition issue.
	Report: San Antonio court begins drawing interim districts for Texas
	Paula Hand's name removed from ballot for HD14 special election after check bounces
	State Rep. Kelly Hancock gets endorsement of former Fort Worth mayor Bob Bolen in bid for Senate District 10
	State Rep. Susan King to speak to state school board members about legislative process
	Former legislative aide indicted in fatal Austin hit-and-run
	Land Commissioner Patterson foresees Texas Confederate plate option
	Texas lawmakers fight for shuttle Enterprise
	Perry says Texas lawmakers are 'better suited' to decide abused kids' fate
	Gov. Perry Appoints Ertz to State Commission on Judicial Conduct
	Gov. Perry Reappoints Three to State Board of Examiners for Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology
	Perry and Paul for President news and similar Perry attacks Romney, Obama in policy speech Architect of Perry's political success says 2012 effort is built for long haul Perry has mixed record on science - funny how libs think "science" means something is factually settled. Much is not. Wall Street Is Bearish on Perry's Electability - Yeah, well they backed Obama didn't they...? Ron Paul condemns killing of U.S.-born al-Qaida cleric Rick Perry RSVPs for two conservative presidential forums in Iowa this fall Romney vid shows Mexican president praising Perry over instate tuition for migrants Perry begrudgingly mentions Obama in applauding death of a terrorist Pay-Wall not working? DMN to make Perry coverage free. Rick Perry’s comments on immigration enforcement influence Florida Legislature Perry Campaign to Renew Focus in New Hampshire Perry’s security tab keeps mounting Romney, Perry to reach deeper into early states Texas Rep. Ron Paul brings in over $5 million in 3rd quarter
	State Increases Speed Limits On Four Central Texas Highways
	Texas Forts Trail Board Elects Directors
	In new stance, water board advises on planning for risks of climate change - ridiculous
	State Climatologist Says Dry Spell Could Last Until 2020 - anything "could" happen.
	Texas Government Insider weekly attention
	ObamaCare Law Implementation Update
	DPS Tests Online Scheduling for Licenses
	New Sales Tax Exemption Registration for Agriculture and Timber Operators
	Texas School Land Board has buys Marquette property
	Obama's & the D.C. Democrats' War on Texas: Industry chapped over EPA proposal - residents are ignorant as there is already a ton of regulation for health and safety

	Borderland issues: Mexico navy nabs alleged cartel hit man Still no answers 1 year after Hartley case broke El Paso Co. hospital district treats fewer from Mexico; costs still high Should Texas colleges let illegal immigrants pay in-state tuition rates? New Juárez Cartel shown questioning guard in video Threats of school attacks spread to 3 communities in northern Mexico
	Economy / Financial / Business Valero calls on grid operator to shape up in Texas City Continental Automotive hiring 100 factory jobs in Seguin Abilene Ranks As Worst In The Country At Creating Jobs Fossil’s new office features efficient open style State drilling permits rose in August, Midland leads the way Amarillo rental housing market booming Future of F1 in question after work slowdown Sanchez: Baylor Health System crosses line with 'no smoking' rule Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo announces $18.8 million in educational commitment to Texas youth DFW tops nation in retail job growth Study details Barnett Shale's benefits to DFW and state Continental Presidents Clubs set to switch to United brand Port of Galveston sets livestock shipment record
	Higher Ed. / Colleges & Universities US News college rankings disputed Enrollment Increases 9.1% at Ranger College ACU Connected, K-12 Professional Development Focus of TEA Documentary A&M System regents select new dean for College of Engineering Member of UT transition team resigns Texas Shootout: UTEP Falls To Houston, 49-42 Alcohol Sales Could Come Back To UTA Campus UH student team wins Google marketing prize Scientist visiting Austin College says ancient cultures could have crossed Atlantic
	Local government spending, budgeting, hiring, stupidity & etc.: San Antonio assistant city manager named to deputy spot after departure City of Coleman gives raises to its employees City Of Abilene Tightens Water Restrictions North Lake Brownwood VFD in Trouble Big money stolen from Leander, Cleburne, Banquete & Teage  ISDs in mail fraud Canutillo HS Unveils Blue, Orange Football Field - wasteful AND ugly! Denton Dubs Itself OU Headquarters for Red River Rivalry Visitors Longtime Plano ISD superintendent abruptly announces he's leaving Fort Worth bus route goes modern Galveston port solves Del Monte issue for now Kerr Co. appoints Beth Taylor as interim treasurer Hays County taxpayers get big discount on police bus Gillespie Co. begins planning for jail bond election Boerne bans all smoking in parks temporarily, grills too
	Wildfires Overnight Wildfire Erupts In Coleman County Large fire burns NE of Amarillo "Alamo" set fire 100 percent contained Brush fire on Jones Road 60 percent contained Two large fires in Harrison Co.
	Ruined Harris Co. commissioner Jerry Eversole pleads guilty
	Jerry Eversole, developer Mike Surface enter guilty pleas
	Tyler ISD Teacher Arrested, Accused Of Assaulting Woman In April
	"Twilight Rapist", former Tx prison employee, gets life sentence
	Former Firefighter Indicted For Murder; Girlfriend's Body Found In Lake
	Fort Worth Detective Fired, Accused of Falsifying Records
	What role could Al Alawki play in trial of Fort Hood gunman?
	Rare luxury SUV stolen from Dallas County DA Craig Watkins - probably some of the folks he's worked so hard to get out of prison!
	Ship collision, oil spill caused by pilot error, report says
	Allegations of abuse and mistreatment at a Dallas ISD elementary school
	UTEP Student Pleads Guilty In Federal Court for child porn possession
	NRA loses gun battle in Lubbock federal court, more - attorney for NRA will join us on Pratt on Texas today in hour 2
	U.S. Marshals searching for suspected Aransas Pass child molester
	Austin Woman Dies After Being Intentionally Hit With Car By Her Son
	Well-known Houston P.R. executive found dead in her front yard
	Former star player charged in woman's death
	Texas museum to return Orthodox frescoes to Cyprus
	McAllen Business Owner Convicted in State and Federal Health Care Fraud Probe
	Shannon Stone's Son, Cooper, To Throw First Pitch At Rangers' Playoff Game
	Detectives searching for clues to eastern Travis County grave robbery
	Mom tells Corpus Christi police her son attacked her when she wouldn't let him see girlfriend
	Shooting Leaves 3 Dead In Bee County
	Rangers Announce ALDS Roster Vs Rays
	Another day of triple-digit heat extends DFW record to 71
	3-alarm fire sweeps through west Houston apartment complex
	Apartment fire in NW Houston intentionally set, firefighter injured
	Apartment fire forces evacuation by Lubbock firefighters
	Brief fire shuts Houston-area refinery
	Upshur Co. couple sentenced for tax fraud
	Wichita County Republican Party Chairman resigns
	09/29/11
	Texas Redistricting Plan Dead Until D.C. Circuit rules - Expert Will Lutz joins Pratt on Texas today to clarify and discuss this ruling
	Will Lutz on Texas redistricting & the order from the San Antonio Federal Court - listen to this and you'll understand more than most
	Ted Cruz is National Review cover-story, branded "next great conservative hope"
	Dewhurst talks border & immigration in Abilene
	Pratt: Why didn’t Dewhurst act on in-state tuition?
	State Rep. Will Hartnett not running for re-election to HD114, more
	Signs say state Rep. 'Chente' Quintanilla (HD75) to run for El Paso County seat
	St. Rep. Larry Taylor Talks: Insider’s “Power Player of the Week”
	Freshman state rep., Gooden, gets primary opponent in HD4
	Congressman Conaway talks balance budget amendment in Brown County
	Lawmakers Visit Lufkin to Discuss Wildfire Response
	Tea Party upset with Texas teacher's 'Nazi' comment
	Legislative panel told another big revenue shortfall possible next season
	Former Sec. of State Phil Wilson to become TxDOT executive director
	Pratt: Constitutional amendment #6. Part 2 of a series
	Lutz: How come shared governance always excludes conservatives
	Gov. Perry Reappoints 10 to Pharmaceutical and Therapeutics Committee
	Gov. Perry Appoints Three to Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners
	Gov. Perry Reappoints Four to Texas Workforce Investment Council
	Perry and Paul for President news and similar Fox News poll has Perry slipping, Romney holding Perry renews attack on Bernanke, monetary policy Rick Perry works to smooth over earlier stumbles Perry says he'd stop drug trafficking, violence For Sale: Giant Rick Perry Chia Head Rick Perry comic book to be issued in January Perry says Warren Buffett 'doesn't know what's going on' in private sector Will 'road kill' wisecrack about Carolina barbecue come back to haunt Rick Perry? Herman Cain says he wouldn't endorse Perry in general election Immigration group targeting Rick Perry claims campaign censorship Rick Perry sanctuary city stance under attack - he was solid in opposition to sanctuary cities. Dewhurst upended the legislation, not Perry. Who's Unhappy With the GOP Field? Only the Elites Donna Woman Trying to Become Next U.S. President
	SCOTUS denies Texas AG gambit to enforce sonogram law
	Texas public school layoffs equal only 0.001384% of school employment - tiny! We were told 10,000 would be laid off by the school lobby!
	TxDOT approves more than $230 million in Ports-to-Plains Projects
	Texas counties urged to tackle feral hog problem
	DPS names Gary Albus Region 6 commander
	A.G. Denies Release of Perry's Clemency Memos
	Obama's & the D.C. Democrats' War on Texas: EPA holds hearing in Colorado and Texas on oil and gas rules EPA Has Arlington Hearing On Fracking Regulations Andrews EDC: Dunes Sagebrush Lizard is Detrimental to Our Economy

	Borderland issues: ATF Fast And Furious Guns Turned Up In El Paso Cornyn Response to Discovery of “Fast and Furious” Weapons in Texas US-Mexico governors conference languishes Pratt: Why didn’t Dewhurst act on in-state tuition? ICE: Sweep catches 19 criminal illegal immigrants in RGV Dallas-Fort Worth immigration officials arrest 163 immigrants with criminal convictions ICE roundup nets nearly 3,000 arrests; 60 arrested in West Texas and New Mexico Stowaways found aboard tanker at TC port 'Border Wars' reality series focuses camera on Austin news crew in Juarez Laredo Mayor and Congressman Cuellar Speak Out Against the Border Security Report
	Economy / Financial / Business Shrinking Texas school payrolls add to unemployed Gas Prices: How low will they go? 11-cent drop this week. NTS Communications announces major expansion in West Texas Oil rig maker Gulf Island foresees 700 jobs in Texas, LA Eagle Ford boom brings tricky problems Big deal for 3 of Crescent's Dallas landmark buildings in the works Victoria Advocate wins 2 national awards recognizing journalistic excellence Petco formally opens S.A. corporate center Midland Chamber's New Campaign To Support The Oil & Gas Industry 3 Austin banks receive $7.1M through small business fund Dunaway: Austin tops most company relocation lists Dallas Opera unveils financial fix-up plan Grand Hyatt DFW shows off its new $13 million look Lake Travis Economic Impact Report unveiled Seafood industry hurting from white shrimp shortage, some blame BP
	Higher Ed. / Colleges & Universities Tech partnership with South Plains College recognized for excellence 7-foot snake slithers across McLennan Community College campus SFA marching band asked to perform in London Distinguished Staff Achievement at Angelo State University Texas A&M to offer professional MBA program at west Houston location Texas State recognized for veterans’ resources TTU School of Law Enrolls Most Diverse Class in its History San Antonio College launching online course to meet new IRS regulation Texas higher ed reform efforts captured the attention of Florida Governor Sul Ross hosts 66th annual NIRA rodeo this weekend Sul Ross gets $21,691 in IME-Becas funds Sul Ross receives $772,000 undergraduate grant Building Turbines, UT team up for wind project Panola College gets high marks in digital survey
	Local government spending, budgeting, hiring, stupidity & etc.: Should state return disputed tax revenues to refineries? Brown County raises taxes, hands out raises City of Plainview adopts budget with 35% spending increase Lubbock council tables LP&L rate hike issue, Klein still pushes idea that gov't can best use your money Big Spring / Howard Co. law enforcement shared services plan under way Bandera Cuts Majority Of Police Force Windcrest holds tax rate, bolsters capital improvement project funds Boerne water plant not soon on tap Williamson County reinstates trapper funding Arts of Collin Co. budget hits snag after Frisco vote Midland County growth prompts patient tower changes Potter County Commissioners raise taxes City of Austin largest government to be 100% green powered City of Fort Stockton’s Missing Millions Judge halts constables' lawsuit against Dallas County La Marque fire chief walks off job Councilman: It's 'just stupid' to support Watauga parks, libraries Fort Worth school board's politics of alienation Eversole absent from Harris Co. commissioner's court Jackson Lee tells Metro to keep light-rail jobs local
	Wildfires Lawmakers Visit Lufkin to Discuss Wildfire Response $10,000 reward out for Needville arsonist Firefighters tend the remains of "Alamo" wildfire West Travis Co. brush fire nearly contained Bastrop wildfire 911 calls released
	Former Slaton policeman pleads guilty to child porn charges
	Brown County Commissioner Arrested
	High school instructor Admits Hiding Camera Where Students Changed Clothes
	Brazosport ISD, Clute PD differ on coach’s cuffing
	Retired deputy jailed for missing court appearance on sex charge
	Sterling High School principal accused of assault appears in court
	Spring Branch Middle School coach on leave after arrested on campus
	Aldawsari, accused terrorist, hearing set for today
	Lubbock police officer injured in patrol car vs. pickup crash
	Missing Tech student found in California, wants to remain a dropout, more
	Sides rest in 'Twilight Rapist' suspect's trial
	PETA protests circus "boxing" kangaroo show - I protest PETA and it's collective stupidity.
	Relatives unsure of killer's claim of serial killing in SE Texas
	Warrant issued for FLDS' Warren Jeffs' former bodyguard
	Dropping Lake Levels Expose Ancient Artifacts And Looters Have Noticed
	Data Breach Exposes Millions Of TRICARE Patients
	Flight from McAllen Makes Emergency Landing
	Austin Radio Talk Show Host Sentenced In East Texas For Investigating Without A License
	Edinburg actor popping up on TV more often - great comment on Whataburger!
	Edinburg police search for home invaders
	Copper thieves leave FW homeowner with plumbing nightmare
	Mineral Wells Football Player Collapses During Game
	Ex-church leader accused of theft of more than $22,000 over two years
	Texas windsurfers to get their own statue
	Pastor sentenced to life in wife's murder
	Lubbock Sheriff: Chase ends in fatal accident
	Gun-Toting Granny Stops Robber
	09/28/11
	Pratt: Constitutional amendment election comment – Part 1.
	Pratt: Is Amendment VI worth the risk? - Part 2 in a series
	Travis Clardy running for state rep. HD11 as a Republican
	Eagle pass lawyer Nevárez to run for HD74 being vacated by Gallego
	Candidate announces in House District 68, more - another Dem running as a Republican
	AFP Applauds State Representative Charles Perry
	Hispanic Republicans seek to get people involved
	Time To End Tax-Funded Fluff Mail
	Postal Workers Protest Outside of Congressman Neugebauer's Office
	Along with Florida, Texas GOP also may change plans for 2012 primary
	Gov. Perry Appoints Delgado to Texas Lottery Commission
	Gov. Perry Reappoints Three to Jefferson and Orange County Board of Pilot Commissioners
	Gov. Perry Reappoints Mathews and Todd to Sabine River Authority Board of Directors
	Perry and Paul for President news and similar Rasmussen Reports: Obama 39%, Cain 34% (Perry 38% & Paul 34%) New rule could prolong race for GOP nomination Along with Florida, Texas GOP also may change plans for 2012 primary Perry out on his own against Obama education program Perry immigration strategy may help woo Hispanics Perry walks back 'heartless' comment on immigration Chris Christie Takes Shot at Rick Perry on Immigration Policy Rick Perry an immigration radical? Hardly Former NM gov. Richardson gives "edge" to Perry over Romney In GOP race, Romney, Perry, Paul are the money men Perry releases another web video that attacks Romney as a flip-flopper NY Times wrong, Anita Perry wasn't part of her husband's decision on HPV Back-handed apology to Perry from Back to Basics Detailed jobs plan could pay off for Perry; so where is it? Defiant Team Perry's plan: Hit harder In Iowa, Anita Perry defends husband's immigration views As Anita Perry Hits Campaign Trail, Five Things You Should Know The Permanent Candidate: What's Driving Rick Perry? - the left speculates The Perry vs. Romney endorsement battle Allies of Rick Perry form group that accepts unlimited, undisclosed donations Ron Paul’s Republican problem
	Shop hop to celebrate 175th Texas anniversary
	Pflugerville, other ISD's, join fight against school finance system
	Same-sex households grow by 84.8% in Texas
	Healthcare: Spending Other People's Money
	State looks into handling of Ike money in Bayou Vista
	Obama's & the D.C. Democrats' War on Texas: Combs: Federal regulations are too often based on flawed or nonexistent science Houston Chronicle editorial misses the point TRAIN Act Would Right EPA Wrongs Texas, 25 Other States Ask U.S. Supreme Court to Hear the States' Legal Challenge to the Federal Health Care Law

	Borderland issues: Federal judge upholds most of Alabama immigration law Cartel Shootout Near B&M International Bridge Grenade attacks throughout Tamaulipas; shootouts reported La Joya Woman Says Substations Won’t Take Fear Away Fake work trucks used to smuggle marijuana in Brownsville Laredo Police Department Debates For A Helicopter Eateries, nightclubs return to Juárez News from Mexico isn't helping nation's image Large cache of weapons seized at Acuña Port of Entry ICE arrests 125 convicted criminal aliens in Houston area
	Economy / Financial / Business State comptroller expecting slow economic growth next year State revenues through August will be 'flattish,' official says Texas CEOs expect increased sales, worse economy Houston still leads nation in job growth Gassing Up: Why America's Future Job Growth Lies In Traditional Energy Industries American Airlines lays out plans to borrow $725.7 million Univision adds radio stations to iHeartRadio USAA Real Estate named “Best of the Best” Limited corn crop raises cost of goods Emirates Airlines to offer daily non-stop flights from D/FW to Dubai starting in February Shoes that see: UT-Dallas invention may aid the blind Original Sonny Bryan's Smokehouse in Dallas damaged by fire AFP Texas Weighs Keyston Pipeline Expansion Project Supporters outnumber opponents at Keystone pipeline hearing Austin ranks 14 for adding jobs in a major market Survey reveals more people are visiting Austin Fireworks Vendors Struggle in Dry Times D-FW apartment rates up 4 percent; expected to continue rising
	Higher Ed. / Colleges & Universities Gov. Perry Appoints Scott to Texas State University System Board of Regents BGCT board endorses renegotiated agreement with Baylor University Board approves budget proposal, debates changes in Baylor funding BGCT moves ahead on Baylor cuts Abilene Christian University Makes Tuition Changes Golf Legend Helps HSU Golf Teams for More than Two Decades Texas Tech College of Architecture to Honor Professor John White At Symposium Condoleezza Rice Speaks to a Lubbock Crowd at LCU, more TTU's Raider Pilots teach Tech community to fly Texas Tech Health Sciences Center faculty launches battle against Alzheimer's 4 Texas community colleges earn Leader College Distinction Four distinguished lecturers slated for SMA-Texas State series Collin College Awarded $20 Million Federal Grant ETBU on fire watch after storm disrupts system Bill Richardson, former NM gov., named Rice fellow for Latin America Robert Gates declines to discuss A&M's move to SEC Editorial: The Big 12 needs TCU and UH Amarillo College receives grant money UTB chief speaks at national summit Texas Tech and El Paso Community College Receive Grant for Architecture Program Aimed For Hispanics Senior UT System official resigns
	Local government spending, budgeting, hiring, stupidity & etc.: Breckenridge outs Newton as city manager Howard County, Big Spring ISD may not have to pay back millions in refinery taxes Cisco manager: City can't dismiss official charged in solicitation School districts announce intent to launch school finance lawsuit Pflugerville, other ISD's, join fight against school finance system Denison asking for voluntary water conservation River Outfitters Take New Braunfels Can Ban To Court Byers ISD asks Petrolia to consolidate Rio Hondo City Commission takes no action against city manager Upshur County Commissioners Raise Tax Rate, Approve Budget Software purchases cause Angelina County’s fund balance to drop by $3 million Pine Tree ISD officials hope stadium brings revitalization - ridiculous Water Restrictions Lifted in Laredo Webb County Picks Up Trash For Rio Bravo Laredo Police Department Debates For A Helicopter Odessa city manager, city appointees get raise Weslaco schools chief to retire; move pre-empts possible removal Midland's nuisance water ordinance changed amid debate Tex Quesada Joins NTTA Board as Dallas County Appointee Arlington city manager resigns under pressure from council Galveston's Scholes International Airport set to expand, increase island's revenue Travis County approves 2012 budget, raises tax rate Potter County 6% tax increase to raise gov't employee pay Houston will crack down on sign wildcatters Parkland Memorial Hospital cuts deal with federal health regulators to rescue it from brink of closure; agrees to bring in independent safety monitors Roanoke Council delays vote on Fairway Ranch development Ingleside Water Rate Increase Round Rock one step closer to red light cameras - fools
	Wildfires Forecast: Texas wildfire danger to continue into fall, possibly winter $152 million in ag losses to Texas wildfires Fire Burns Some Of Set For 2003 Film 'The Alamo' Hamilton Pool Fire 75 Percent Contained
	Judson ISD JROTC instructor under investigation
	Longview ISD teacher resigns under cloud of misconduct probe
	Constable: Primera police chief sent she-male porn via cellphone
	Fort Worth woman alleges sex assault by police officer
	Corsicana constable switches parties to the GOP
	Texas Rangers Complete Probes into Gladewater Police-Involved Shootings
	Texas Motorcycle Gang Busted Selling Drugs
	Witness: Instead Of Backing Up, Car Moved Forward Into Path Of Train
	Woman Facing Murder In Daycare Fire Now Charged With Food Stamp Theft
	Lubbock Music Teacher Hannah Jackson Competes on X-Factor
	Feds sue Texas firm for firing 600-pound employee
	Criminal Appeals court upheld Killer in Odessa’s death sentence
	Hawaii fugitive arrested in Texas
	Texas mom to plead guilty in death of son in NH
	Two former health service executives plead not guilty to embezzlement
	PETA protests kangaroo show at circus in Lubbock - this circus group won't buy advertising so stupid PETA gets them huge earned media!
	Trial: Six Shots Fired At Pickup. Lorena High School Student Was Killed
	Lake Texoma blue green algae warning continues
	Court says cattle rustler should be released
	Toddler dies after hit by car in San Antonio Military Medical Center parking lot
	40 Days for Life to start campaign outside Planned Parenthood in Lufkin
	Gilmer native among 2012 Rock hall of fame nominees
	Houston surgeon suing to get engagement ring back from former fiancé
	Mother allegedly set deadly fire to claim insurance
	Harris Co. precinct 6 deputy shaken up in crash escorting funeral procession
	Houston commuters spend more than 2 days in traffic each year
	DFW has nation's fifth-worst congestion
	Harris County sheriff partners with Boy Scouts to explore law enforcement careers
	Grandma: CPS removed grandbaby from home because I smoke
	Texas man sentenced to 60 years for $100M fraud
	Houston pastor's son says dad made him kill stepmom
	Missing Tech student from Abilene found alive in California, Original story: Family looking for missing Abilene man who was attending school in Lubbock

 

	09/27/11
	Lt. Governor David Dewhurst Tries to Answer Question About Amnesty on KFYO
	Lieutenant governor breaks with Perry on tuition - hmm, that's new.
	Dewhurst: I'll serve in Senate, won't support immigrants tuition law
	Hispanic Republicans of Texas Convene in Abilene
	Sullivan: Texas Senatorial Shift
	Rep. Jim Pitts Recaps Senate Bill 1
	State Rep. Chuck Hopson in training
	McKnight announces for SD68 in GOP primary - lifelong Democrat & Democrat family that has been voting in Democrat primaries even recently. Word is he's not even close to a conservative. He only uses the word Republican once in his press release. He's a big "grant" raiser which mean gov't money spender.
	Cuellar backing DOJ stance on congressional redistricting
	U.S. Rep. Cuellar brings federal dollars for McAllen airport
	Sen. Cornyn blames Reid for threat of government shutdown
	Gov. Perry Names McClure Chief Justice of Eighth Court of Appeals
	Gov. Perry Appoints Burton and Patton to Finance Commission of Texas
	Senate confirms Sarah Saldaña for U.S. attorney in Dallas, and 3 other Texas prosecutors
	Perry and Paul for President news and similar In wake of tough week, Perry reaches out to S.C. and Iowa conservatives Perry faces immigration hurdles in Iowa Perry jabs at Romney for 'Race to the Flop' Romney hammers Perry yet again on immigration Inside Team Perry: How do we right the ship? Rick Perry tops the list — unfortunately for him, it's Letterman's Pro-Bachmann group's Perry slam rated as 'Pants on Fire' lie Smokin’ Texas claims by Ron Paul, pro-Bachmann group New York Democrats using Perry's "Ponzi" talk for fundraising - just shows that dems raise money from idiots The Controversial Willingham Case: What Rick Perry Knew and When - this whole story and saga is built on half-truths and lies. There was much other evidence in this case than the forensic testimony. Republicans falling in and out of love The lovable Rick Perry Rick Perry's Administration's HPV Emails Solicit 'Under The Table' Input Texas governor flubs his lines on television Ron Paul on The Daily Show: 'I've proved I can be elected' Politically Inclined: Ron Paul still has a chance
	A.G. Abbott Recovers $11.3 Million for Texas Medicaid Program
	Texas snares biggest single grant in latest federal health care divvy-up
	Libs attack Texas, say it can't run a health system - they're partly right. No gov't can effectively do what should be in the private sector.
	Wiley: Texas' battle against teen pregnancy starts with adults
	2nd Texan linked to listeria outbreak has died
	Government’s Potteresque savior complex
	TEA says it can’t clear up confusion about high school end-of-course exams
	18 new Texas license plate designs are unveiled
	Man accused of bomb threat directed at Gov. Perry and 2 Houston buildings undergoes evaluation
	Draft water plan says Texas ‘will not have enough’
	Texas' population expected to top 26 million
	Obama's & the D.C. Democrats' War on Texas: EPA Regulations in Texas Will Devastate Local Communities Rep. Cain: EPA ruling will have a devastating impact on local economy

	Borderland issues: Report paints border of fear outside El Paso Report cites anecdotes to show spillover border violence - amazing how quick the Left is to demonize this study
	Economy / Financial / Business Texas Takes Top Spot in Two Economic Development Surveys Report: Barnett Shale supports more than 100,000 area jobs Dallas-area entrepreneurs parlay unexpected growth into new ventures Apartment rent rates climb in Austin, nationally Austin Chamber ranks high for economic development Feds give $450 million to Texas clean energy plant Buyer for El Paso's Artisan Hotel? If Dallas firm doesn't proceed with sale, city due to foreclose Using older aircraft as collateral, AMR expects to raise $725 million Food truck fad: Social media keeps the trend rolling in Houston Houston banking fees among highest in the country Dallas-area home prices down 3.2 percent in latest Case-Shiller report
	Higher Ed. / Colleges & Universities ACU's Brown Library on the front line of QR Code technology Texas Tech sets Fall enrollment record TTU officials expecting enrollment increase Anti-Liberty group plans to petition for a smoke-free TTU campus Baylor Buys Hotel; Could Be Site For New Football Stadium UT opens oil and gas center in Houston Live sex shows, hazing alleged in suit against UT fraternity Texas A&M Aggies celebrate move to SEC SEC and A&M 'a perfect match' Should Texas, A&M keep playing each other in football? UNT ranks highly for affordability, test scores UT-Austin admissions center to open in El Paso Rice educator to receive top U.S. honor San Antonio universities get federal boost for math, science education
	Local government spending, budgeting, hiring, stupidity & etc.: Potter County increases tax rate, redistricts BexarMet board member resigns after less than 1 year of service Houston needs $4.5 million to remove dead trees El Paso mayor's recall restraining order extension rejected Coleman County Commissioners Allow Contract Labor Budget could cost Williamson County its trapper Austin ISD Extends Superintendent’s Contract Corpus Christi council approves $1.7M contract for Packery Channel dredging Nueces County, CCISD could be forced to pay back millions as refineries seek tax refunds Re-vote on Harlingen de-annex passes Silsbee police chief to become Hardin County sheriff's deputy Denton police chief search sees costs climb Transportation group recommends expanding Longview bus service hours Upshur County officials OK budget possibly using $950,000 from reserves Webb County Appoints Interim Constable for Pct. 4 Lampasas County’s property tax 2 cents lower Lampasas chooses interim city manager West University Place considers tax cut Port of Houston hires firm to manage Barbours Cut upgrade Hays County pledges $5 million to kick start SH 45 SW Harrison County Jail Expands Tom Green Co. commissioners pass up 2012 Step Grant Cost for large animal burials to increase in Midland County Woden ISD election to raise tax rate, not taxes Lubbock Council Chooses to Postpone Final Decision on Lubbock Power & Light Rate Hike
	Wildfires Lawsuit filed in Bastrop wildfires Losses from Bastrop wildfire placed at $250M George Strait added to wildfire relief concert lineup Hays County house blaze sparks grass fire Ranchers eligible for wildfire emergency assistance for fences Burn ban leads to trashing East Texas
	Jasper coach out on bond after charged with indecency with a child, child porn possession
	Prosecutor goes on trial in Winkler Co. nurse retaliation case
	Houston PD officer disciplined over cover-up in DWI case
	San Antonio Mother Gets 12 Years In Prison For Allowing Roommates To Abuse Her Daughter
	RIP: Virginia Garrett Seelig, former HSU Trustee, Musician
	Longtime Dallas TV kids' show host, Mr. Peppermint, dies at 84
	Lubbock Carjackers Can't Drive a Standard Transmission, Arrested.
	McAllen: 1 dead, 1 wounded after gunman opens fire on Expressway 83
	Feds execute search warrant in Coahoma related to child porn
	Baptist Pastor Abruptly Resigns During Sunday Service in Waco
	Former Texan pleads guilty of raping child
	Police blockade Amarillo neighborhood
	Austin ties with NYC for traffic congestion
	DFW area is fifth worst for traffic congestion, report says
	Coastal Bend documentary film receives recognition, but not TV's highest honor
	Mother turns in 12-year-old son and friends for suspected turtle theft
	Deweyville man, 20, killed by train after trying to break into home
	Houston pastor in murder trial: 'I did not kill my wife'
	Mexican beauty cream linked to 6 El Paso mercury poisoning cases
	Missing Dallas Teen Found
	Houston: Students injured in chain-reaction crash involving school bus
	Masked gunmen terrorize couple in Fort Bend County home invasion
	Judge Rules Against Waco Strip Club In Suit Over All Nude Dancers
	Longview Family Appears on Family Feud
	'Top Shot' contestant takes target practice with Zavalla archery team
	Big rig wreck shuts down Cherokee Co. highway
	CAF Plane Crash Lands in Arizona
	09/26/11
	Justice Department needs more information to clear or deny Texas voter ID bill
	Sen. Chris Harris will not seek re-election, more - the back-bencher half-RINO goes away
	Arlington civic cheerleader Victor Vandergriff running for SD9 (Harris seat)
	Report: Former Rep. Bill Keffer interested in Hartnett seat opens
	TLR PAC Endorses Larry Taylor for State Senate District 11
	Seabrook resident Dave Norman tells Quorum he's running for SD11
	Socorro ISD trustee Enriquez "in the wings" to run for the House if Quintanilla doesn't run for re-election
	Wentworth mailer mistake: Christmas in September
	Open Metroplex House Seat Draws Out Distinctions
	Sullivan blames lawmakers for Perry’s wasteful program
	Wind Prevents August Blackouts, But Next Summer A Concern
	Congressman Canseco Encourages 23rd District Residents to Speak Out About a Balanced Budget Amendment
	Gov. Perry Reappoints Shipman and Williams to Texas Emergency Services Retirement System
	Gov. Perry Appoints Greenberg to Advisory Council on Emergency Medical Services
	Gov. Perry Reappoints Barinaga to Gulf Coast Waste Disposal Authority
	Gov. Perry Appoints Hearn to State Employee Charitable Campaign Policy Committee
	Perry and Paul for President news and similar Perry remains ahead of Romney in new poll The Case for Buying Low on Perry Mitt Romney, Rick Perry Called ‘Very Weak Frontrunners’ Obama slams Perry on climate change Perry camp calls Obama's comments "Outrageous" Perry's climate views take heat - from the crazy left Perry continues to attack Romney as a flip-flopper in new video Cain wins Florida straw poll, Perry comes in second Michigan favors native Romney: Straw poll is latest setback for Rick Perry Patton: Rick Perry points his loaded double-barrel at the American people Burka: Washington Post raises health issues about Perry Liberal Burka thinks Perry is being attacked for the "good" things he's done! Could Perry’s ’10 campaign serve as a roadmap for ’12? Is Christie the Anti-Perry or the Anti-Romney? - Christie is no conservative on much of anything and he's no friend of the 2nd Amendment. Young voters’ enthusiasm could help Rick Perry's presidential campaign Rick Perry revives Nevada caucuses Perry To Make Georgia Debut With Friday Speech Romney compares Perry to Obama on immigration Perry ups ante with twist on Romney's '4 aces' Michele Bachmann dings Rick Perry on Pakistan Perry's Medicaid plan secret: Dems like it Does the GOP believe in States Rights, or not? Perry Still Struggling on Offense
	$8 million Austin state building falling apart
	Lubbock Co program for capital murder expanding almost statewide
	Epic scorching drought testing Texas' ways
	Drought taking heavy toll on trees in North Texas parks and yards
	Is Texas really a leader in low taxes?
	2011 Week 5 Texas AP High School Football Poll
	Former Last-Meal Cook Wants Practice Continued
	DPS troopers converge on Del Rio for training
	Settlement with Houston National Cemetery over religious freedom
	Obama's & the D.C. Democrats' War on Texas: A Year After the Moratorium, Deepwater Drilling Permits Remain Scarce Texas EPA Czar Pushes 'Urgency' Drilling Regulations Perry urges Obama to halt air rules

	Borderland issues: State of Texas taking more aggressive stance against drug cartels Report: Cartels seeking to create "sanitary zone" along Texas border Politicians seek changes in border policies As gangs move in on Mexico's schools, teachers say 'enough'
	Economy / Financial / Business Texas refineries may get back $135M World Class Capital buys property in San Antonio Mama Fu’s expanding to San Antonio, Lubbock & more in West Texas State Dept. Hears From Kan., Texas On Oil Pipeline IBC to close nine Central Texas locations Austin Home Sales on the Rise San Antonio’s construction sector gains ground in September Stanley Korshak renews for another 10 years in Uptown Iraq to buy 18 F-16s, according to reports Lockheed Martin notifies 370 in Fort Worth of layoffs Hess Tower could fetch handsome price AFL Talons to play 2012 season in the Alamodome Cheddar’s Casual Café Ordered to Pay More Than $161,000 in Back Wages and Damages
	Higher Ed. / Colleges & Universities Editorial: Let taxpayers in on Big 12 wheeling, dealing Lawmakers will file legislation to continue UT and A&M Thanksgiving game tradition Pac-12 won't poach Big 12 teams -- for now Texas Lutheran has new leader Bonds may be solution to student loan problem Texas A&M University At Galveston Establishes The Gabriella Jean Roetman Memorial Scholarship UTPA stages 10th HESTEC conference Finalists unveiled for 2011 Lone Star College business awards SMU's Cox M.B.A. program becomes desirable Tech Debaters Open Season Strong, Named Top Overall School UT, state officials discuss opening medical school in Austin
	Local government spending, budgeting, hiring, stupidity & etc.: Pratt: Recession Over? It is for Texas local governments Southside ISD braces for trustee's bias suit Hays County passes smaller budget for 2012 RGC sewer plant loses stench Parents in Pasadena protest refinery tax refund Tougher water restrictions in place for Georgetown Destination Bayfront design firms narrowed to 6 Canutillo ISD Has Plan To Fight Future State Budget Cuts Dallas seniors demand sidewalk Fort Worth school board should slow down move to extend terms Frisco city councilman to deploy to Afghanistan Marion ISD will have to fill another spot on the school board Four Northeast Tarrant cities to share jail, communications center - much more of this is needed Seguin investing in new water infrastructure to keep pace with growth San Marcos begins sewer repairs in aging neighborhoods
	Wildfires Power fully restored to Bastrop, debris removal continues Final Northeast Texas Fire Complex Update Kilgore fire sparked by squirrel Recovery center set up for Gregg Co. wildfire survivors
	Cisco Councilman Noriega Likely to Resign Following Arrest
	Former probation officer gets 14 years prison in bribery scandal
	Sterling High School principal accused of assaulting family member
	Charged with child assault, longtime New Braunfels police officer fired
	Update: 91-year-old man charged with aggravated assault, Lubbock police shoot man, 90, who shot at them
	100 Days Of 100 Degrees: San Angelo May Reach Such Distinction Monday
	Hummingbirds make annual fall visit to South Texas
	3rd trial for accused killer of flight attendant
	Tech student dies in fall from Raider Park
	Federal report accused Houston Catholic charity of assault cover-up
	SE Texas killer says he murdered 11 teens in '70s
	Pirañha caught in suburban Houston lake
	Elderly Texan Dies After Eating Listeria-Tainted Cantaloupe
	Pedestrian Killed By Garbage Truck In The Colony
	Glass Falls from Chase Tower in Dallas due to bird strike
	Randy Travis Collapses at Gala
	3rd suspect in elaborate jewelry store heists arrested
	Man accused of nearly running over Harris Co. deputy
	Houston home invasion: WWII vet found dead, bound and gagged inside his home
	Prostitution sting nets 8 arrests in Conroe
	Raymondville doctor's assistant shot in botched kidnapping
	Officials search for man at Lake Livingston
	Southeast Texan inducted into Museum of the Gulf Coast hall of fame for NFL work
	Illegal net kills thousands of sharks off Texas
	Pampa: Woman evades arrest, police officer fires at vehicle
	09/24&25/11
	Sen. Wentworth: Planning for the rains to come (eventually)
	Perry and Paul for President news and similar Perry, Ron Paul and Herman Cain Spoofed on Saturday Night Live Perry, Romney look beyond early-voting states Perry works to show he's strongest GOP contender Immigration Questions Dog Perry After Debate Perry lags in appointing women, analysis shows - how many women bothered to fill out the paperwork you must complete to be considered for any appointment? The people behind Rick Perry As Republicans criticize Obama on Solyndra, Perry takes criticism on ‘crony capitalism’ Costs of Perry’s tuition discount for illegal immigrants not as high as Romney suggested Michigan native Romney wins state GOP straw poll
	Water funding trickles in
	Low water levels make for dangerous boating on Texas lakes
	Borderland issues: Juarez police lieutenant killed in early morning ambush Report: Many Mexican police still get low wages Investment to lift Juárez building industry Maquiladora employees to see discounted tolls at bridges
	Economy / Financial / Business Not enough rain, not enough cotton, not enough Ag jobs Even in tough economy, pockets of Austin's high-tech industry showing strong demand for jobs Gem in the rough: Officials push for historic Camino Real Hotel upgrades Amid drought, Texas ranches shipping cattle to other states Is AMR headed toward bankruptcy? 3 Texas streets make list for most expensive office space Local officials work on post-IP plan for Diboll plant Amarillo-based Palo Duro Meat Recalls Tons Of Ground Beef
	Higher Ed. / Colleges & Universities Texas A&M to join Southeastern Conference SEC officially invites Texas A&M; is Longhorns-Aggies rivalry dead? AP poll: Baylor in top 15 Texas Tech Rallies Late to Defeat Nevada 35-34 UTEP rolled by South Florida, 52 to 24 TCU's quick strikes bury Portland State, 55-13 Texas Tech projects record enrollment for third straight year Tenured TTUHSC professor retiring amid allegations of misconduct Tech program recruits top scholars SPC, LCU see increased enrollment Record Fall Enrollment  For Tyler Junior College Supreme Court clerk William Suter shares wit, wisdom at Texas Tech
	Local government spending, budgeting, hiring, stupidity & etc.: Rare agreement puts independent monitors inside Dallas County's Parkland hospital Landowners near F1 track ponder Austin annexation plan City program has spent millions to improve East Austin neighborhood, but has it helped? Corpus Christi International Airport, Naval Air Station work to make property less enticing to wildlife Temple: Emergency Water Restrictions Remain in Effect After Line Break
	Wildfires Fire in Southwest Austin contained Fire north of San Marcos misses houses UT experts help Bastrop fire victims restore damaged documents Historic California fire holds lessons for Bastrop Fire threatened homes in north Fort Worth Firefighters tell homeowners how to keep houses safe from fires
	Cisco Parents Appalled After City Council Member Arrested
	RIP: Arch West, creator of Doritos, dead at 97
	Former La Villa officer awarded for role in fatal shootout
	Lubbock Police Shoot Man Who Fired at Them
	Lubbock County Man Dies After Altercation With Deputies
	Research Balloon Launch Spurs UFO Reports Across West Texas
	Texas Rangers Win AL West after 5-3 Victory
	Rangers beat M's, set attendance record; now have to secure homefield
	Behind-the-scenes look at how the Rangers celebrated AL West title
	Astros rudely treat crowd on Fan Appreciation Day
	Saints 40, Texans 33
	Two die when pickup slams into parked tractor-trailer in Lubbock Co.
	Man jumps from cruise ship near Cozumel
	Convict couldn't handle being free, commits arson to get back in prison
	Space station dweller shares orbital views
	One final mission: Pilot, 90, relives glory as military pilot
	Hiker lost in Franklin Mountains has been transported down by rescue team
	Flint Teen Working Toward 2012 Olympic Archery Competition
	14-Year-Old Girl Arrested In Bellmead Teen’s Hit-And-Run Death

	09/23/11
	Senator Wendy Davis (D-Fort Worth) files redistricting lawsuit in San Antonio
	Shapiro: No decision yet on which education company she'll work for
	Sen. Cornyn Discusses Obama Admin's Deferral of F-16 Sales to Ally Taiwan
	Congresswoman Kay Granger: Keep Jobs in Texas
	Gov. Perry Appoints Lovell to State Health Services Council
	Gov. Perry Reappoints Eisen and Reyes to Texas Mutual Insurance Company Board of Directors
	Gov. Perry Appoints Three to Statewide Health Coordinating Council
	Gov. Perry Appoints Three to Texas Council for Developmental Disabilities
	How state lawmakers pump up pensions in ways you can't
	Perry and Paul for President news and similar By one count, Romney leads Perry in endorsements Debate performances slow Perry’s momentum Perry vs. Romney Major Highlight of GOP Debate The GOP debate: 6 takeaways Romney, Bachmann challenge Perry on immigration Analysis: Perry, Romney defend records in forum Perry receives barrage of criticism on immigration issues Perry draws fire during questions on illegal immigration Perry once again downplays any feud with George W. Bush Both Perry and Romney stumble a bit late in the debate Under the attack, Perry falls back Perry and Romney tango over whose book is a bigger problem politically Romney and Perry share a giggle Sharp exchanges between Perry and Romney highlight debate Perry's performance: A real pain in the back Perry on HPV: "I got lobbied" by a woman with cervical cancer Perry's VP choice: 'Take Herman Cain and mate him up with Newt' Wizard of Oz flashback: Perry sees heart, Romney sees no brain on TX immigration law Sharp exchanges between Perry and Romney highlight debate Slippery assertions in GOP debate Another Rick Perry Whopper Perry and Romney Come Out Swinging at Each Other in G.O.P. Debate GOP Debate: Winners and Losers Larry Flynt puts up $1 million for Perry dirt Rick Perry’s Natural Gas Cronyism - if it was done is a blind trust he didn't know. Bush Executed Texans at Faster Rate than Rick Perry Lest We Forget: Can the Right live with Romney The Weekly Standard's Special Editorial: Yikes - foolish to call for Christie as he's not conservative on many base issues including the 2nd Amendment. North Texas power brokers top Perry's list Ron Paul pledges to focus on Iowa
	Texas Government Insider weekly edition
	Texas slow to prepare for future water needs
	West Texas communities deal with water crisis
	Sen. Seliger advocates for future water planning
	Some Texans Donate Their Bodies to Science
	Texan’s jewelry the wrong cuffs for Obama administration
	Obama's & the D.C. Democrats' War on Texas: Texas Attorney General Greg Abbott Challenges EPA’s Flawed Cross-State Air Pollution Rules EPA chief denies rules will cause power blackouts

	Borderland issues: Mexican Navy helicopters land in Acuña, gunshots reported Thursday Assault rifles seized at port Cocaine Found in Van Crossing into US Mexican Military Raids a Zeta Training Camp a Mile Away from Laredo
	Economy / Financial / Business 175 million cubic feet of Texas timber destroyed in 10 months Frac Tech CEO among best paid New J.C. Penney store in Dallas showcases its brands TI wraps up National Semiconductor buy Bridge City gas war continues to lower prices, snarl traffic Harris County median home price just above $130K Texas City: Substation fire knocks out power to refineries GM, Cadillac dealers and Texas celebrities launch program to help charities Cracker Barrel moves to fend off San Antonio investor Owner: Oilfield prosperity forces layoffs IBC to close 55 small grocery store bank branches
	Higher Ed. / Colleges & Universities Big 12 administrators fire commissioner, plan for future Fired A&M exec denies knife incident serious HSU: New Riders Chosen for Six White Horses Team New TSC president on hand for board meeting South University to open Austin campus Masked Rider No. 30 Lit up the Night with the 'Light Show' HispanicBusiness gives nod to UTSA, Health Science Center for diversity
	Local government spending, budgeting, hiring, stupidity & etc.: El Paso recall petitions OK'd pending Mayor Cook appeal Group says they have enough signatures to recall Jasper mayor - he's a lout Lubbock PD Investigates Child Pornography At City Hall Amarillo marks progress on Potter well field Houston adds electronics recycling centers Houstonian sues city, mayor over red-light camera tickets Red Light Camera Tickets a Man Running a Green Light in Port Lavaca West Texas communities deal with water crisis Round Rock ISD adopts budget, lowers taxes 4.5 cents Harlingen City Commission moving forward with de-annexation Background checks to be conducted in Rio Hondo after city manager fallout Conciliatory Kyle council asks for payment plan on road Forney ISD to repay $13.6 million to state after overestimating student population Hallsville’s city hall building set for renovation Ingram hires city administrator
	Wildfires Texas Forest Service wildfire update Crews Battle Smoky Brush Fire From The Air Near Woodway 175 million cubic feet of Texas timber destroyed in 10 months
	Raymondville official acquitted on lewdness charge
	Former Houston PD officer sentenced for stealing $650K from union
	Former Kennedale teacher indicted for sex with students
	Cameron County Justice of Peace Reprimanded
	Jury Selection Date Set For Suspended Upshur County Judge's Trial
	Judge Denies Dismissal of Charges against Upshur County Judge
	Debate Persists over GOP Applications in Upshur County
	Police squad car hits man crossing dark street in East Dallas
	League City student arrested, charged in stabbing in school hallway
	Big Spring man receives 12-year sentence in child porn case
	Trial for 'Twilight Rapist' suspect in recess
	Arson charge against Austin bum to be dropped
	Home invasion victim in Groves unhurt after man points gun at head
	Man slain saving sister in Waco, boyfriend charged
	Houston-area man arrested for 1982 killing
	Brown Co. Sheriff: Wanted man 'couldn't leave well enough alone'
	'Bubble Boy' legacy celebrated on his 40th birthday
	Earthquake in Waxahachie
	Arlington Businesses Evacuated Due to Suicide Threat
	Mother dies in mobile home fire in Porter, 10-year-old boy escapes
	Newborn kidnapped in North Texas found safe
	San Antonio man's UFO video a big hit online
	Laughlin AFB plane makes emergency landing in San Angelo
	Bullying Has A Big Spring Mother Fearing For Her Daughter's Life
	Lubbock takes 4th place on short commute list
	5-car Kerrville pileup results in multiple teens being cited
	More than 75 dogs rescued from Bell County puppy mill
	Partnership with German Baptists blesses LaGrange church
	Fire destroys church in Tyler County
	09/22/11
	Rep. Truitt faces challenge in GOP primary for HD98
	Former Dallas GOP chief Jonathan Neerman interested in Will Hartnett's house seat
	Ted Cruz camp releases new "Ducking Dewhurst" video: Chupacabra/Dewhurst
	Bexar County Democrats chip away at debt - still owe taxpayers $144,000 - typical Dem behavior
	Paulite Debra Medina highlights questions of money & influence in Capitol
	Sen. Whitmire's complaint ends Death Row Last Meal request program
	Legislators get lesson about 'rogue' regents - they're rogue if they don't go along with everyone else!
	Texas lawmakers are keeping an eye on Big 12 developments
	Temporary Federal funding bill fails in D.C., includes Texas wildfire aid
	Lamar Smith’s E-Verify bill to head to U.S. House floor
	Smith, Hernandez: Redistricting maps should build bridges of representation for everyone
	Perry and Paul for President news and similar Kansas Gov. Brownback endorses Perry presidential bid Perry leads in Florida poll, but Romney looks better in general election Romney crushing Perry in New Hampshire polls - no surprise Latest polls: Perry 4th in New Hampshire, leads in Texas, nationwide Perry Hits Romney: ‘We Don’t Need Obama Lite’ High Stakes for Romney, Perry in Florida In fundraising, Perry moves to reassure donors on electability Study: Most new Texas jobs went to immigrants New Perry ad attacks Obama's job plan Rick Perry's Florida Co-Chair: Gays Cause Tornadoes - from your communist friends at Mother Jones Perry Struggles to Define Foreign Policy Vision - hmm, other press reports said he was very clear Burka: Did Perry use the “s” word? (Secede) Rick Perry Interview: Texas Governor Addresses Secession Issue The Rick Perry-Russell Crowe bromance Texas Democrat behind new anti-Perry political committee Texas among top states for personal income Thomas Sowell: Perry and the ‘Ponzi' sound bite Rep. Paul rejects run outside of GOP - he again throws many of his most loyal adherents under-the-bus. Many were relishing the idea of playing spoiler with a 3rd party or independent run. They'd been writing about it for months. Ron Paul launches TV ad that focuses on military service and veterans' issues Why Ron Paul is winning the GOP primary - the Party was already discussing such issues going back to Reagan
	Transportation improvements key for rural Texas, report says
	Free legal aid available for struggling Texas veterans
	DPS reports a record number of drunk driving arrests over Labor Day weekend
	Statewide beach cleanup set for Saturday
	Army Corps of Engineers awards waterway improvement contracts
	Obama's & the D.C. Democrats' War on Texas: Texas seeks EPA air-rule review, saying regulations may do harm EPA rule would have caused blackouts, official says

	Borderland issues: Report accuses Border Patrol of routinely abusing detainees Lamar Smith’s E-Verify bill to head to U.S. House floor 30 rifles bound for Mexico seized at Texas border
	Economy / Financial / Business Texas among top states for personal income Study: Most new Texas jobs went to immigrants Gas prices drop 6 cents across Texas First Lady wears Texan's diamond cuffs at NY event Plains Cotton Cooperative Association Announces Record Net Margins For 2010-2011 Drought Pushes Ranchers To Limit: Some Quit Raising Livestock Pumpkin Profits Expected To Plummet This Year Dallas sites just waiting for a Trader Joe’s or Costco Southwest Airlines promotes 3 executives Texas firm buying Class.com company for $4.5M Dallas-based Baylor Health Care System to stop hiring smokers Another sign of interest in port at Galveston Kelly Aviation Center adjusting its focus
	Higher Ed. / Colleges & Universities A&M's new chancellor, John Sharp, fires deputy, Jay Kimbrough Kimbrough fired from Texas A&M University System Kimbrough fired from A&M System, pulls knife Fired A&M executive says showing knife was a joke - because they're a bunch of libs Jay. Protecting the Ivory Tower, Not Students Legislative leaders hoping Big 12 can keep it together Texas lawmakers are keeping an eye on Big 12 developments Big 12 safe for now, but for how long? Editorial: If UT can’t find a way to share, Big 12 is doomed Beebe expected to step down as Big 12 Commissioner today Legislators get lesson about 'rogue' regents - they're rogue if they don't go along with everyone else! Tech President: Tech would've gone to Pac-12 had three rivals been accepted Greek officers say hazing has decreased on Tech’s campus A Fighting Chance: A case for Campus CHL UTSA president laments cuts - but they push a new football program! "Tight" budget fails to curtail campus construction at Texas A&M UNTHSC VP goes to West Virginia Univ. UT wants to know why fewer people are choosing to not to attend the 40 acres - too expensive, too liberal, too arrogant, and too hot Univ. of Texas gets $50 million for supercomputer UTEP President Dissatisfied With City's Relationship With University Howard College Student Arrested for Having Gun on Campus - hmm, the gun-free zone didn't work did it? CHL on campus now! Victoria College students roam campus worry-free after shooting - ignorance is bliss Texas State University gives pay raises despite tight budget 32,572: Texas State sets record enrollment Former Lady Raider coach Marsha Sharp given new role in Tech athletic department
	Local government spending, budgeting, hiring, stupidity & etc.: Pratt: Recession Over? It is for Texas local governments Lubbock ISD votes to use long term bond debt for desktop computers - long term interest on a product with a 3 to 5 year life-span at best! Wow! This bunch is among the most irresponsible I've ever seen. Galveston County lifts hiring freeze City of Austin to spend thousands more on child care for teen moms Brownsville installs bilingual signs as part of tourism project Collin Co. budget increases police pay Brown County Sees Decrease in Water Usage with Stage 3 restrictions South San Antonio ISD joining school finance lawsuit Diboll ISD joins lawsuit against state Hutto ISD to join suit on funding Alpine gets coveted Cultural District Designation Project for more water for Lake Meredith and the CRMWA LCRA bans floating homes on the Highland Lakes - kill innovation Aransas Pass Considers Allowing 8-Liner Gaming DART Train, Car Collide Brazosport College district raises taxes Lampasas interim city manager may start Oct. 10 Killeen’s sign policy draws critics New Braunfels can-ban activists: We're not against tourists, just trash - yes they are. I've been monitoring this for years. First it was parking, then noise, then permits to provide tubes, now trash. City of Houston switching from AT&T to Sprint for cellphones Tarrant district continues legal challenge for Oklahoma water Harrison County Commissioners approve budget, no tax hike - an outright lie. They didn't set the rate at the effective rate and thus this is a tax increase! Schertz names economic development director Refinancing Bond to Save Scurry County Hospital Over $200k
	Wildfires Forest Service Determines Cause Of Cooper Mountain Grassfire In Kent Co. Bastrop County power restoration almost complete, still removing trees Willie Nelson, Lyle Lovett to perform at concert for Bastrop wildfire victims Workers affected by wildfires can apply for benefits East Texas Wildfire Losses
	Winkler County Attorney Scott Tidwell Implicated in Call Girl Scandal
	Ex-manager took kickbacks on Texas school projects
	Harris Co. Constable Trevino's charity: Where'd the money go?
	Liberty County assistant district attorney no-billed
	Fort Worth freshman suspended for comment about gays - they very fact that school employees, teachers and administrators, took action to begin with is sickening and causes grave concern for our Liberty.
	Former Lubbock-resident at heart of new movie Dolphin Tale
	Brownwood dentist sentenced to 6 years in prison for Medicaid fraud
	Suspect caught in 2 Houston pedestrian deaths
	2 caught after slaying at North Texas mobile home
	Vandals again target historic San Antonio mission
	Dallas-area vehicle dealer convicted in title scam
	Multi-State Theft Ring Has Ties to Central Texas
	4-Year-Old Central Texas Girl Out of the Hospital After Receiving New Heart
	Census: Houston lags in education - & yet they have a County Dept. of Education and other silly spending others do not.
	Amarillo Police fatally shoot man
	Austin PD officer who shot, killed Maurice Pierce no billed
	NASA aircraft flown by Rick Husband calls Amarillo 'home'
	Austin ISD police investigating West Austin school bus driver
	Austin among Businessweek’s ‘Best Places to Live’
	Plano, Dallas, Irving among Businessweek's 'Best Places to Live'
	A mistaken repo? Corpus Christi police investigating
	Dallas woman stabbed to death while walking from car to condo - be armed, be prepared
	League City volunteer firefighter, 92, loves work
	Man arrested in shooting death from 30 years ago
	NBA's Marcus Camby arrested for marijuana in Pearland near school
	Wood County Arson Suspect in Custody
	Tyler medical supply owner sentenced for fraud
	Fatal wreck closes E. Texas bridge to traffic
	2 Injured In Oil Rig Explosion In Karnes County
	09/21/11
	Poll shows Dewhurst ahead in Senate race
	Ogden weighs in on how Senate might pick next lieutenant governor
	Retirements of Shapiro, McCall leave Collin County with legislative leadership void
	Capriglione making second run for Truitt's House seat
	Truitt likely not running for Davis' Senate seat
	Report: Former HD50 candidate Jeff Fleece to run for Schwertner seat
	Congressman Randy Neugebauer: Obama Plan Is Nothing New
	Cornyn could move into Senate's No. 2 GOP spot
	Cornyn amendment intended to ensure F-16 sales to Taiwan
	Texas protesters tell Congress not to cut or cap Medicaid for poor, disabled
	Perry and Paul for President news and similar Paul moves back into third place while Perry holds his lead in GOP primary race Rick Perry Releases New Advert - fantastic! Pro-Bachmann group releases another ad attacking Perry Romney questions Perry's stance on Social Security Romney and Perry slam each other on Social Security Key House Republican defends Perry's 'Ponzi' comments on Social Security GOP candidates overreach on Israel Perry's "Fed Up!" book to be reprinted with new cover Ron Paul: Perry's Fed attack "good politics" but maybe insincere Perry quickly becomes the most Googled GOP presidential candidate Mitt and Rick’s Secret Donor Deal - same old crap. The judge is wrong and there was no money laundering. Ron Paul says he'd consider putting Dennis Kucinich in his Cabinet Ron Paul Isn’t Serious About Winning the GOP Nomination
	Pratt: Recession Over? It is for Texas local governments
	White Supremacist Set To Die For Dragging Death Of James Byrd, Jr.
	Stigma lingers in town infamous for dragging death
	Former Jasper Sheriff Looks Back At James Byrd Jr. Dragging
	Vigil held for Jasper dragging-death victim
	Civil rights activist Dick Gregory visits Jasper to protest execution of James Byrd's killer
	James Byrd's killer chooses final meal before scheduled execution
	White supremacist executed for Texas dragging murder
	Many Texas museums participating in Smithsonian's free museum day Saturday
	Ag commissioner Staples kicks off hog-hunting contest
	Johnson Space Center Celebrates 50 Years
	University Lands lease sale smashes sales record for third straight year
	Texas Families Have Several Options to Start Saving Early for College
	State Brings Managed Care to South Texas
	Obama's & the D.C. Democrats' War on Texas: Statement by Gov. Rick Perry on Announced Job Losses Due to EPA Rule

	Borderland issues: Border bill passes U.S. House committee More than $1 million in cocaine found at house Mexico horror: Gunmen dump 35 bodies on avenue Border Patrol agents seize more than 4,500 pounds of marijuana Sarita checkpoint Officials break ground on new Juárez baseball stadium Mexican National Catches School Bus To Get Into U.S. Illegally Grande Prairie teen disappears in Mexico with Facebook friend 5 Illegals Arrested, Marijuana Found After Odessa Chase Homeland Security Secretary Speaks About Border Security Peso falls to lowest level in two years
	Economy / Financial / Business Water proposal could devastate Texas rice industry, more Peanut Butter Prices Expected To Jump Many large auto insurers in Texas raising rates American Airlines gives upbeat 3Q revenue outlook Racial discrimination alleged at Bass Pro Outdoor World Age Discrimination Filed Against Star Tex MWI acquires Amarillo-based Micro Beef Tech. for $60 million Offshore rig builder pares workforce as construction contracts end 25 North Texans make Forbes' list of 400 wealthiest Americans Dallas-based El Fenix restaurants celebrate 93 years of Tex-Mex tradition Apache to buy Exxon U.K. assets for $1.75B BMO Capital wins Houston port contract El Paso Corp.’s Alpheus Communications to be acquired by Gores Group United, Continental offer details of merged frequent-flier plan Feds Probe Possible Arabic-Type Markings On Southwest Jets
	Higher Ed. / Colleges & Universities Texas Families Have Several Options to Start Saving Early for College Joint Higher Ed Oversight Committee Gets to Work Legislative committee co-chair praises those staying in Big 12 Texas president suggests revenue sharing an option to stabilize Big 12 Powers ‘absolutely delighted’ by Big 12’s survival Dodds: Big 12 can be salvaged, but UT-A&M rivalry probably can’t Reports: OU demands removal of Big 12 commissioner TTU School of Nursing turns 30, celebrates milestone Tech wind researchers partnering in offshore-turbine study Wayland's Grand Evening celebrated new Steinway concert piano UTA: Bees Shut Down Golf Tournament A bright future is seen for A&M-San Antonio Alamo Colleges' gag order is opposed Western Governors University Texas to launch, formalize partnership Blinn College Selects New President UT-Arlington creates $250,000 professorship UNT buys Denton office complex UTEP Positioning Itself For Conference Realignment UTEP President Addresses Challenges, Sets Goals Midland College passes tax rate, dual credit waiver Austin College student's invention could lower
	Local government spending, budgeting, hiring, stupidity & etc.: Pratt: Recession Over? It is for Texas local governments Breckenridge City Commissioners Adopt Higher Tax Rate Brownsville raises property taxes 6.54% Hale County commissioners increase spending in new budget Amarillo City Commissioners approve tax increase Public hearing held on increased Nolan County budget Lufkin City Council approves new budget, property tax rate Abilene police seek funds for more patrol car video systems Two Year Anniversary Of Alcohol Sales In Lubbock Alcohol Sales Help Cities See Sales Tax Revenue Increases San Marcos passes second reading of public drinking ban Judson ISD agrees to settle over alleged molestations Dallas Mayor Rawlings lauds Obama jobs plan, sees Dallas ISD upgrades Hidalgo mayor, school officials locked in power struggle El Paso ISD Superintendent Lorenzo Garcia faces state scrutiny Houston, feds partner on homeland security LCRA vote set today on sale of water, wastewater plants Will Austin move its next election from May to November? City of Bryan Bringing Traffic Lights to 21st Century Group pushes for ban of disposable containers on rivers Barr takes over for Vandergriff as NTTA chairman Dallas County sues Bank of America, others on filing fees Marchers from Paul Quinn College protest plan to send all commercial waste to southern Dallas’ McCommas Bluff landfill Fort Worth to reopen only 1 swimming pool next summer City: More than 9,300 dead trees in Houston parks from drought Pratt: Local gov’t backed speculative economic development deals are dangerous Brownsville Veterans H.S. principal suspended amid controversy Cameron County Jail Cited in Jail Inspection Harlingen Commissioners to Vote on De-annexation of Several Neighborhoods Feds OK funds for Cap Metro, but also affirm union position
	Wildfires Texas ranchers seek federal help rebuilding fences lost to wildfires Flames from Bastrop fire will be felt for a long time - amazing collection of photos Transformer failure sparks brush fire in North Abilene Reappraisals on the way for Travis County homes damaged by fire Willie Nelson, Dixie Chicks to headline wildfire relief concert
	Sanger police officer accused of soliciting a minor
	Harrison Co. Deputy Shoots, Kills Armed Suspect After Six-Hour Standoff
	Dallas Episcopal School loses millions in lawsuit over teacher-sex
	Plainview man dies after industrial accident
	Fire destroys Gatesville church
	Arrest made in Brownsville church fire
	Four Children Accused of Church Burglary
	Smyer 16-year-old charged with felony in hit-list case
	Jeffs discharged from hospital after fasting-induced illness; returns to prison
	Killeen Fake Cancer Suspect Faces Additional Charge
	2 Texans among Reno air show fatalities
	La Feria Man Recounts Plane Crash at Reno Air Show
	Houston-area student stabbed in neck by classmate
	27-year-old woman found guilty for fatal stabbing in Kingsville
	Dallas hairstylist says she felt humiliated by security search of Afro at Atlanta airport
	Tuberculosis testing continues at Ennis High
	Nurse, coach credited for saving 7th-grade Azle football player
	Thief Steals Renoir at Gunpoint from Houston Home
	Burglar slain by off-duty Keller firefighter identified
	Crew topples 300-foot Asarco smokestack in El Paso, was tallest stack in Texas
	Palestine Bridge Collapsed During Demolition Project
	Ex-Warden’s Wife Convicted of Aiding Escape
	Old industrial plant in Wichita Falls burning

	09/20/11
	State Sen. Steve Ogden won't seek re-election - good, please elect a conservative voters...
	Sen. Ogden announces retirement, Rep. Schwertner jumps in
	Former House member Goolsby interested in replacing Shapiro in Senate
	Paxton, O'Grady, announce bids to replace Shapiro in Texas Senate
	SBOE member Farney to run for HD20 opening due to Schwertner run for Sen.
	Quorum count: 26 House seats, 3 Senate seats in play so far
	State Rep. Jim Keffer to Visit Coleman County - he's loved by Liberal Texas Monthly
	Sen. Watson unveils plan for medical school, hospital, clinics
	Ethics watchdog zings Reps. Joe Barton and Eddie Bernice Johnson
	Eddie Bernice Johnson to campaign on projects she’s helped Dallas win
	Cornyn rival quits, clearing path to No. 2 Senate GOP slot
	Gohmert Attacks Obama’s Deficit Package
	Straus is proud of House's achievements, he tells DFW Republicans
	El Paso judge is 1st woman chief justice of Texas Eighth Court of Appeals
	Gov. Perry Appoints Pablos to Public Utility Commission
	Perry and Paul for President news and similar Pratt: A GOP that satisfied the Ron Paul core wouldn’t be Republican Perry to slam Obama on Israel Perry’s Israel support plays well with Jewish, evangelical voters for very different reasons Report: Perry unveils foreign policy 'doctrine' at NYC fundraiser Perry's star-studded NYC trip includes dinner with Rupert Murdoch Poll: Negative approval for Perry - Public Policy Polling is an ultra-left outfit Can Rick Perry win Hispanic voters? Obama calls Texas cities relatively safe; Perry complains violence spills over from Mexico Perry starts an honest immigration conversation Tea Party wants Rick Perry to revive 'sanctuary cities' bill Burka: T(ea) is for trouble - don't confuse self-appointed "leaders" for the mass of a loose movement Bachmann’s Former Campaign Manager Becoming Her Chief Critic Mitt Romney, Rick Perry test economic agendas on Capitol Hill Perry Locked, Loaded for Thursday’s Debate Rick Perry's Lesser-Known First Book Could Be A Distraction From Economy-Centered Message - only for liberals fascinated by normal thinking Perry and Rove: Texas Feud Takes Center Stage - Rove acts the petulant child Paul Ryan Supports Rick Perry: Social Security Is A Ponzi Scheme Perry back to leading Obama in Texas, says poll Poll: Perry, Romney far ahead of field as SC looms APNewsBreak: Perry releases stock holdings
	New Texas law bans anonymous complaints about docs
	As Texas cuts family-planning funding, more goes to crisis-pregnancy services
	Update: Cleve Foster receives third stay of execution, Foster set for execution today
	State Warns Smoking Drivers: Hold On To Your Butts
	Texas Attorney General sues Fort Crockett owners
	Will Franklin Mountains Remain Undeveloped?
	Editorial: Christmas Mountains land deal is good for Texas
	Combs: Texas is in sound fiscal health
	Obama's & the D.C. Democrats' War on Texas: Porter: Texans don't fear science; neither should the EPA

	Borderland issues: Border still not safe, Texas lawmaker says at hearing Obama calls Texas cities relatively safe; Perry complains violence spills over from Mexico Widow sues for info in Falcon Lake death Large Mexican newspapers drop most sex ads Los Caballeros Templarios lieutenant 'El Lince' arrested Perryton man charged with smuggling rifles
	Economy / Financial / Business China trade deficit cuts Texas jobs, report says HollyFrontier Corp. expands its Dallas headquarters 2 DFW companies make Fortune's fastest-growing list Michaels Pays $1.8 Million To Settle Deceptive Ad Charges from NY Mahindra USA moves to new Houston headquarters Houston home sales on the rise Health care industry, robust even in recession, predicts losses in Obama Jobs Act, Congressional supercommittee plan Texas cattle survey: Most ranchers cutting herd Uno restaurant parent announces Texas-sized franchise deal
	Higher Ed. / Colleges & Universities Gov. Perry Appoints Three to Texas State Technical College System Board of Regents Oklahoma, Texas clear the way to leave Big 12 Aggie-bought billboard shalt send a message in Waco Pickens: Aggies are “sobering up” Media: Tech in better position than some other Big 12 siblings UNT-Dallas forms commission to increase enrollment, shape vision How Texas colleges fare in U.S. News and World Report’s latest rankings More Texas students eying college as their future UT-Arlington professor awarded $1.2M NASA grant Dallas Baptist Joining WAC For Baseball In 2013 UT QB Gilbert Out For Season, Shoulder Injury UH entrepreneurship program tops in U.S., Baylor's is 3rd best Rice researchers work to curb power plant emissions South Plains College set straight on home schooling by THSC UTSA student body continues to hit record enrollment Texas State chancellor reveals vision statement U.S. Supreme Court Clerk to Speak at Tech Law School Opinion: Beware of Berdahl and other higher education bureaucrats Sen. Watson unveils plan for Austin medical school, hospital, clinics UT makes top ten on Social Media Colleges list South University opens new campus in south Austin
	Local government spending, budgeting, hiring, stupidity & etc.: Nolan County Courthouse Slabs in Imminent Peril Irving ISD trustees halt staff diversity training sessions by author of controversial race study Dallas City Council amends budget Arlington residents wonder: Who turned on the lights? - shrouds should always be used DFW Airport Terminal Getting Design Modification Del Rio school district salary changes cause uproar, SFDR CISD board increase teacher & staff pay Allen Budget Finalized, City to Spend More Coryell County’s property tax rate rises Burning trash, grilling, banned in Kerr County Commuter rail viable in Hidalgo County, study says Bonham city officials unveil new city hall Kyle inks deal for last of Canyon Lake water rights NEISD trustees formally appoint new superintendent Fort Worth approves 2012 budget, gives out pay raises Fort Worth considers changes to gas drilling ordinance Brown County Commissioners Cut Juror Pay Jefferson County will spend $2 million more than it did last year Williamson County discounts landfill fees for Leander fire victims Bellaire to give a look at Urban Village ordinance Bellaire eyes added bond savings Amarillo property taxes going up
	Wildfires Will Texas' Wildfire Season Ever End? Texas Forest Service: Cause of deadly Central Texas wildfire likely electrical State Warns Smoking Drivers: Hold On To Your Butts
	El Paso recall leader apologizes to mayor over controversial sign
	Canutillo teacher denied bond in child porn case
	Nacogdoches Co. Democrat chairman resigns
	Gloves Come Off In 1st Round Of El Paso County Commissioners Race
	Two Raymondville police officers resign
	Chinese visitors among 7 injured in crash at Houston PD Training Academy
	Suspect shot after pointing gun at police in Harrison County
	Russian Immigrant Sentenced for Using Contraband Phone in Prison
	Early Police Release Composite Sketch in Home Invasion Case
	Firefighter Put On Leave After He Shoots, Kills Burglar In His Home
	Border Patrol Agent, House Guest Both Die When Dispute Ends In Shootout
	Family looking for missing Abilene man who was attending school in Lubbock
	Update: Keller man with Alzheimer's found in Alpine, Authorities Issue Silver Alert for 77-Year-old Keller Man, May be in Lubbock
	More Victims Come Forward in Alleged Scam by longtime Lubbock gold dealer
	Possible Post Office Closings Affect Rural West Texas Communities
	Attacked child molester gets 22 years in prison
	Masked Robbers Pistol Whip, Choke Couple
	Police seek suspects in aggravated kidnapping of Friendswood man
	5 People Hurt In Fort Worth Duplex Fire
	Man Threw Girlfriend's Dog out 19th Floor Window, Police Say
	Marijuana Field Found in Navarro County
	Friendswood man killed in Reno airshow crash
	Bexar Co. Man Found Guilty In Child's Death
	Man accused of stabbing stranger in League City parking lot
	James Byrd’s killer: 'I’d do it all over again'
	Midlander donates kidney to neighbor
	Homeless Woman Accused of Threatening Store Clerk With Knife - having a firearm could have been a real aid in this case.
	Arlington Used Car Dealerships Halt Unlawful ‘Clean Scanning’ Of Vehicles
	Rare revolver auctioned for almost $1 million
	Boat ramps close on Lake Travis, Buchanan
	Cross-dressing man has purse stolen at gunpoint
	Tenth year of ACL sees record-breaking numbers
	Bear sighted in Del Rio
	San Patricio County rejects charge against former Scientology official Rathbun
	Phone service disrupted in Aransas County
	Fire Damages Central Texas Industrial Facility
	09/19/11
	Justice Department rejects Texas redistricting maps, Dept. of Justice to figh congressional, state House maps
	Democrats accuse Peña of lying about redistricting
	Redistricting Battle Coming in Texas
	NPR: Could Texas' Redistricting Leave Latinos Behind?
	Corbin Van Arsdale pulls out of House race, to return contributions
	Senator Florence Shapiro will not see re-election
	Scott O'Grady to seek Shapiro Senate seat
	Congressional race: U.S. Rep. Reyes, Beto O'Rourke tout their impact
	Conaway: Families, communities – not government – should provide health care
	Perry and Paul for President news and similar Gallup Poll: Perry leads, he and Romney draw support from distinct groups Rivals ask: Is Perry weak on the right, or left? Can GOP's new front-runner Rick Perry take the heat? Bachmann criticizes Perry stand on border fence Report: Perry meeting with NYC Hispanic group Texas advocates say Perry needs to come home and deal with immigration issues Thousands of anti-sanctuary city letters delivered to Gov. Perry's office Rick Perry features testimonial from wife, Anita, in Florida mailing Perry's Florida mail pitch Rick Perry to attend rally against Palestinian state GOP-led states change voting rules ahead of 2012 Is Gov Perry Right? Is Social Security a Ponzi Scheme? Rick Perry playing catch-up to 2012 field on social media Can Rick Perry win over suburbia? Paint Creek, the Town Perry Left Behind Rick Perry and the Dukakis trap
	National Poverty Summit being held in Fort Worth
	Pharmacies blast Texas' push for more Medicaid managed care
	Reconsider Texas’ Medicaid Waiver, PCAN Asks Federal Government
	New Texas law against drivers misusing disability parking passes being enforced
	Texas sees plenty of weddings, according to census — and divorces, too
	School districts planning on suing Texas legislature

	Borderland issues: Congressional hearing to talk security on border Grenade explosion reported in downtown Reynosa
	Economy / Financial / Business October D-FW foreclosures down 17 percent Lockheed Martin to cut 70 jobs in Grand Prairie Schlitterbahn New Braunfels named World’s Best Waterpark
	Higher Ed. / Colleges & Universities ACU Research Sheds Light on Mobility in Teaching, Learning Tenure fight is brewing at Alamo Colleges UT’s Grant named national tight end of the week UT, Statoil sign $5M research deal UTA Police Planting ‘Bait Bikes’ To Catch Thieves SMU takes part in Dallas (Homosexual) Pride Parade UT Regents give Powers the OK to start conference looking Texas Tech Participates in $4 Million Wind Research Project South Plains College Designated as Military Friendly School by Magazine
	Local government spending, budgeting, hiring, stupidity & etc.: Illnesses could end up costing educators in Somerset ISD - seems like such should have already been the policy. Killeen Tax Payers for Responsible and Accountable Governance Scurry County Inmates Moved into New Law Enforcement Center AG orders City of Galveston to release documents on fatality The plan to brand League City’s culture Galveston housing authority's plan "is not justice" Marshall ISD Tax Ratification Proposal Defeated Fitch affirms Floresville ISD’s high credit rating Pratt: Local government stink in Abilene and Lubbock Round Rock red-light camera plan progresses Flooding damages Brazos County Courthouse Richwood plans for new city hall Editorial: Actions of Jasper City Council members invite their own recall Bowie County Conducts Child Support Roundup Travis County Border Conflict Smolders On Arlington school district seeks bond savings Andrews Acquires Water Field to Last 25 Years Smith County fires jailer San Antonio's "organic" recycling program begins
	Wildfires Texas Forest Service wildfire update Bastrop wildfires nearly contained after 2 weeks Bastrop banks create wildfire loan program for businesses Federal aid arrives in Leander
	Embattled Harris Co. Commissioner Eversole resigns
	State trooper charged with assault
	Elusive GOP party chairman finally pays Wichita County
	New Information On Child Porn Charges Against Canutillo ISD Teacher
	A look at 1976 case that involved Dallas Co. commissioner John Wiley Price - I think it shows that certain voting-communities will elect anyone to anything without regard to ethics. He admitted he lied and yet railed against "the system"!
	Update: Man suspected in series of elderly rapes takes the stand, Rape trial of former prison employee set to resume
	Thousands lose power after North Texas storms
	News junkie goes a year without reading the paper
	Judge rules against owner of persimmon grove in SAWS case
	Building San Antonio: Carports finally get the respect they deserve
	San Angelo Woman Died In Reno Air Race Crash
	Cole Park Skate Park Vandals Arrested
	2 boys, deputy rescued from Texas woods
	Fort Bend couple terrorized in home invasion
	Man, 71, dies after jumping from Fort Worth bridge
	Houston Zoo receives rare type of tree frog
	Fake grenade shut down DART station at Victory
	IHOP diners escape injury as SUV crashes into North Dallas restaurant
	80 Ennis ISD Students Test Positive for TB
	09/17&18/11
	West Texas waits for judges to decide high-stakes redistricting case
	Pratt on why Minority-Majority districts are bad for minorities
	How Texans voted in Congress
	Former Dem congressman Stenholm, a lobbyist, teaching class at Tarleton State
	No easy answers on ag policy: Stenholm's experience aids students
	Bush Library Fundraising Has Surpassed Goal
	Perry and Paul for President news and similar Run-down of recent GOP polls from Burka GOP presidential hopeful Ron Paul wins California straw poll Paul rallies hundreds of fans, trashes US policy Ron Paul looks to buck fringe candidate status Old dispute still burns between Perry-Bush camps - I'm so sick of this non-story that I may stop posting all the new versions of it. Old Texas story lines resurface as Rick Perry goes national GOP candidates revive private Social Security idea Perry in Iowa weathering attacks on his record Will Obama attack Perry during Dallas visit? Texas billed $294,000 for Perrys’ security on trips Jon Huntsman says Rick Perry “out of the mainstream” on science - better than being out of the mainstream on everything conservative as is Huntsman. At Houston gala, Perry brags about Texas’ help for vets Perry: Gov't must help returning combat veterans Times-Union Editor on why baby boomers pay attention to Perry’s Social Security talk In Galveston, an alternative to the ‘Ponzi scheme' Rick Perry leads Mitt Romney among Social Security privatization backers, poll finds Rick Perry’s wife defends his stance on Social Security Jason Embry talks Perry and what he needs to do to stay on top of the polls Poverty grows in Rick Perry's Texas Will Perry turn up the negative political heat? - why not, the press has from moment one?
	State leaders announce more money for firefighting
	Lost Pines, toad and park face uncertain futures after fires
	More Texas Schools Teach Safe Sex With Abstinence
	Home schooling growing in popularity in Texas
	Ike Dike: Where does project stand?

	Borderland issues: Texas pawnshops find profit south of the border A Texas DREAM Act success story - but is it a success story for society - to break down the Rule of Law and allow individuals to profit from law-breaking? There are many things which may seem good, just or fair in the micro but which lead to disaster in the macro. Vehicle chase by armed commando ends in Juárez policewoman's death Homeowners Want Study of Border Wall Impact Ahead of Expansion
	Economy / Financial / Business Tenaska Trailblazer Energy Center project progresses The brand: Ear tags won't replace the hot iron, ranchers say Simulator instructors at American approve contract Robert Bryce: Ten reasons why the Keystone pipeline will be built Houstonians protest pipeline plan Texas pawnshops find profit south of the border Recaro Aircraft Seating produces seats from a plant at Alliance Airport BP units settle East Texas case
	Higher Ed. / Colleges & Universities Report: Pac-12 finalizing details to add Texas, Oklahoma, Oklahoma State and Texas Tech AP Top 25 poll: Oklahoma still has small lead at No. 1; A&M, Baylor, Texas, TCU move up Rain adds joy to, cuts minutes from, Bears’ 48-0 win Doege Sets NCAA Record While Texas Tech Trounces New Mexico 59-13 Saturday TCU Fans Deal With Construction at Home Opener UTEP Gets Past NMSU: Miners Win Battle of I-10, 16-10 Longhorns Rout UCLA In Revenge Victory UTSA Falls To Southern Utah In First Road Game Before record crowd, Texas State bests Tarleton, 38-28 SMU tops UNT in overtime Former Dem congressman Stenholm, a lobbyist, teaching class at Tarleton State Texas Tech to Commemorate 75th Anniversary of Victory Bells Monday Universities work to meet the needs of veterans UTA chemistry professor gets NASA grant to develop instrument for Mars Lone Star College buildings imploded
	Local government spending, budgeting, hiring, stupidity & etc.: Empty Jones County prison could house California inmates Littlefield Detention Center bid falls through San Antonio's super-shelter reaches out to the mentally ill homeless Houston Port Authority shake-up doesn't appear forthcoming Premont ISD hangs hopes on tax rate vote State: OK to have 4 McAllen residents on Regional Mobility Authority's 7-seat board Area appraisal districts pressed on new state law San Angelo pays city employees least in its class of cities - I bet the salaries are still better than what most local private-sector jobs pay for similar position.
	Wildfires Bastrop: On the Road to Recovery
	Houston police officer fired after DWI crash
	Fortunes of a Dallas political dynasty take a turn for the worse
	Dallas County deputy constables fear retaliation for blowing whistle
	Former Edinburg mayor's son arrested on murder charges
	Lubbock terror case jury questionnaire tossed aside
	Shot Snyder policeman Darrell Campbell determined to recover
	Plainview resident recounts Reno air show disaster
	Nolan Ryan received Golden Spur Award in Lubbock
	The Promo for "Bordertown: Laredo" is Causing Controversy around Town
	Death of former telecom exec ruled homicide
	Baby-sitter accused in death of child
	Injured Romo returns, leads Cowboys to come-from-behind OT victory
	Texans grind out 23-13 win over Dolphins
	Justice: Egos trigger Astros' fall from 2005 mountaintop
	Man killed in SE Houston road rage incident
	Corpus Christi police featured on 'Cops'
	Tornado touches down near Alice Saturday damaging home
	Gas Leak Caused 'Powerful Explosion' At El Paso House
	Small plane finds trouble on landing at Lancaster airport
	Donna fire chief, police officers recognized for heroic act
	Home invasion suspect caught in Texas City
	Suspicious Device Found Near Waco Train Tracks
	Teenager Who Fell Into Houston Ship Channel Found Dead
	09/16/11
	Texas redistricting trial wraps up without ruling
	Redistricting trial ends with state's arguments
	Minority groups make final push to have Texas redistricting map tossed
	Quorum: Rep. Will Hartnett (R-Dallas) considering not seeking re-election
	Ed Thompson, Pearland councilman, running for HD39
	State Rep. Randy Weber announced bid for TX 14th Congressional district
	Rep. Muñoz (D-HD36) announces re-election campaign
	Rep. Jason Isaac (R-Dripping Springs) announces re-election bid
	Rep. Landtroop earns "A" from Texans Uniting for Reform & Freedom - not sure who this bunch is but go Landtroop!
	Houston councilman tagged as Visionary Conservative Leader by Polland
	Lutz Analysis: What happens when the lobby trumps kids and parents
	Combs to Patterson: "Talk to the hand"
	Combs: Perry was uninformed on Amazon sales tax issue
	Sens. Hutchison, Cornyn Applaud Nomination of Guaderrama to Western District Judgeship
	Sens. Hutchison, Cornyn Urge White House to Approve State’s Amended Federal Disaster Declaration
	Cornyn Statement on Obama Administration’s Reported Decision Not to Sell F-16s to Taiwan
	Gohmert Files His Same-Name Jobs Bill
	Gov. Perry Appoints Four Members to Texas Radiation Advisory Board
	Gov. Perry Appoints Farias to OneStar Foundation
	Gov. Perry Appoints Five to OneStar National Service Commission
	Obama coming to Dallas Oct. 4
	Perry and Paul for President news and similar Rasmussen Reports: Obama 46%, Perry 39%, Romney takes jump against Obama Gallup release: Perry "Ponzi Scheme" Remark Doesn't Faze Most Republicans Poll: Perry's Ponzi remark plays to mixed reviews Perry Back on Attack Perry likens Romney health care program to Obama's Republican Perry says Romney health plan cost jobs Romney's Iowa-themed jab at Perry - Romney sounds like a LIBERAL Democrat on this... Bachmann challenges Rick Perry on HPV issue once again in video Perry's Trump visit also included a stop at Fashion Week Rick Perry Is George W. Bush 2.0 - I know 'em both & disagree. Why believe a McCain?! Rick Perry Prides Himself on Telling Truths - lib attacks are fun to read. Perry sidelines critic of Texas nuclear waste site - sign of a leader Perry invited to attend Florida pastor policy briefing as part of Christian voter drive Perry rejects charge that he supported TARP - that letter was already hashed out in the last campaign. It does NOT endorse TARP. Slate libs attach Perry & all who support the Death Penalty - these folk truly are dumb if they cannot distinguish the difference between innocent people versus those convicted on the Life issue.
	Texas Man Temporarily Saved From Lethal Injection
	Man condemned for slayings of 4 loses appeal
	Bonuses at Teacher Retirement System exceeding other public funds
	Stamp honors political trailblazer Barbara Jordan
	Minnows to be moved from Brazos to hatchery
	Texas Government Insider weekly edition
	Texas errs more than most states in jobless payouts
	Red tide confirmed in ship channel
	Pratt: Are school boards powerless in Texas?
	Obama's & the D.C. Democrats' War on Texas: EPA backs down on power plant deadline, gives until March 2013 to comply - a small victory. The policy itself is what is very wrong and must be defeated. Loyola: The Case of Range Resources, a Texas natural gas firm Environmental Policies Cost Texans Jobs

	Borderland issues: Widow of man killed on Falcon Lake to testify at Congressional hearing 5 with former IFCO guilty of hiring illegal immigrants Rockets seized near Matamoros; peaceful Diez y Seis celebration follows protracted firefights Agents seize 20 vehicles, autographed photo of actress Sofia Vergara in drug cartel investigation 2 Del Rio Students Arrested In Drug Seizure
	Economy / Financial / Business Texas Private Employers Add Jobs for 20 Consecutive Months, Gov't layoffs raise unemployment rate to 8.5% Sysco Corp. to hire hundreds in Cypress Sesame returning to High Plains Southwest gives bonus points for some fall flights Downtown Dallas’ historic post office is latest address for urban living Wolfgang Puck named caterer for Perot Museum AT&T eyes 4G launch in Dallas Sunday Bridgestone Corp. pays out in Houston lawsuit
	Higher Ed. / Colleges & Universities Report: former UT admin fired for sexual harassment TTU Freshmen Required to take Alcohol Education Course Fall enrollment lifts South Plains College to record high HPU president Dr. Bill Ellis named to international board of Baptist universities TWU celebrates 50 years of desegregation UT Southwestern receives $100,000 cancer grant Patient Simulators at Tarrant County College Funded by Texas JET Grant Baylor chief Ken Starr stresses humility, persistent hard work Supreme Court review sought for UT admissions
	Local government spending, budgeting, hiring, stupidity & etc.: Bangs raises taxes, increases city manager pay Mayor John Cook takes recall fight to El Paso Court of Appeals Corpus Christi city website details plans for a better connected community La Marque emergency dispatcher suffers stroke Wilmer's mayor, Jeff Steele, resigns Gatesville water line break forces residents to conserve Odessa Desalination Plant Project in the Works Edinburg releases documents detailing arrests in all-nude club raid No tax rate increase for Selma budget Kerr County Sheriff Claims Burn Ban Rules Set By State Upshur County Commissioners Abandon Funding For Gladewater Library Athens ISD Names Steeber As New Superintendent Carter County adds four new tornado sirens Smoking Temporarily Banned In Houston City Parks Jasper council gives pay raise to city manager, embattled police chief Texas appeals court to decide if Beaumont followed law on noise ordinance Beaumont ISD could receive reparations money from BP oil spill - ridiculous and shameful!! Lumberton Fire looking to hire paid Chief
	Wildfires Texas Forest Service wildfires update: Friday, Sept. 16 Northeast Fire Complex update (Magnolia-area) Sens. Hutchison, Cornyn Urge White House to Approve State’s Amended Federal Disaster Declaration FEMA opens mobile disaster recovery center in Travis County Football returns to Bastrop after wildfires Bastrop County fire 80 percent contained Texas Fire Evacuees Return To Find Only Ashes Funeral held for deputy constable who died during Steiner Ranch fire Person of interest questioned in George Bush Park fires Bush blaze suspect may have impersonated firefighter Texas' volunteer firefighters ill-equipped for job - remember, to this columnist unlimited gov't spending is the only solution to anything. She'd have volunteers getting more training and equipment than the most well equipped pros and still gripe about underfunding. NE Midland Co. Vol. Fire Department Returns from Fighting Fires in Houston Crane Grassfires Now Out Smith County Fire Rekindled
	Group holds rally for Dallas County Commissioner Price
	Harlingen mayor denies all claims in ethics complaint
	Fired police officer not only one at Houston PD in trouble over DWI crash
	Teeanger Who Faked Cancer Now Faces Possible Jail Time for Theft
	Killeen man who allegedly faked cancer caught in Austin
	Man Who Stole Identity Of U.S. Soldiers Sentenced To Federal Prison
	'Playboy' actress from Austin makes her choices
	Texas shoplifter gets life in prison
	Traffic delays expected with construction on LBJ over weekend
	Big Rig Crash Shuts Down Baytown Freeway
	ACL kicks off at Zilker Park in Austin
	Texas Renaissance Festival enacts strict fire burning policy
	Jurors recess for weekend in lawsuit against Episcopal School of Dallas
	Dallas mail handling center examined for closure
	USPS to consider closing Lufkin processing center
	Widow of New York officer killed on 9-11 gives badge to Mansfield officers
	Jury deciding fate of Fort Worth man who fatally shot new neighbors
	Texas puppy rescued from narrow crack caused by drought
	Lake Jackson man wins big with Texas Lotto scratch-off ticket
	Defense attorney: Jeff Bagwell 'hiding' from subpoena in hand doctor trial
	Ector County Woman Arrested for Arson & Insurance Fraud
	Waco suspected cattle thief turns self in
	Police: Body on Gulf island confirmed as missing Austinite
	Stepdad facing charges for allegedly slapping 3-year-old boy in face
	Shots fired forced Plano school lockdown and evacuation of fire station
	Argument on Fort Worth school basketball court leads to stabbing
	Relative of Dallas Mayor Pro Tem Pauline Medrano found murdered near Love Field
	Former Nueces Co. GOP County Chairman Passes Away
	BNSF railcar fire contained, evacuation order lifted in Amarillo
	09/15/11
	Texas voter ID law in federal hands as groups file papers
	Redistricting trial in San Antonio winds down
	Jerry Patterson talks about his run for Lt. Gov. with the Texas Tribune
	Lucio III announced bid for re-election to Texas House
	Uresti announces re-election campaign for Texas Senate District 19
	Republican Rodney Anderson to challenge incumbent Chris Harris for Texas Senate
	Two House Members Want Promotions
	Former El Paso city rep. Beto O'Rourke begins bid TX16 against Reyes
	Green Groups Add Muscle in Texas, Gird for Uphill Battles
	Sen. Eltife Gives $5,000 To Support Bank’s ‘Wildfire Account’
	U.S. Rep. Gohmert pushes E-Verify system
	Gov. Perry Appoints Three to Texas State Board of Pharmacy
	Perry and Paul for President news and similar Perry returns to Iowa leading national polls Perry maintains slim lead over Romney in Bloomberg poll - interesting but not a solid poll Survey raises electability questions for Perry - sure doesn't match Gallap or Rassmusen data Suburb trouble for Perry? The GOP establishment’s Rick Perry problem Rick Perry graces cover of Time magazine Rick Perry Exclusive: The GOP’s Fiery Front-Runner on His Rise, Record and Rhetoric Platon on Perry: Behind the Scenes of the Cover of TIME Perry's Income Quite Modest – Compared To Other GOP Candidates Perry delays first personal financial disclosure as presidential candidate Perry supplemented wealth with profitable deals - land he'd "gotten"! Purposeful misleading by the AP - he purchased the land, if I remember right, from his close friend, Senator Troy Frazer. Gotten implies a gift or theft! Santorum keeps up attacks on Perry - if Santorum is so conservative why is he working to push the vote to Romney, a known moderate? Santorum doesn't have a snowball's chance in hell to get the nomination. Perry says the Democrats, Obama are 'on the ropes' Perry on Trump dinner: 'It was very good' RNC chairman 'very satisfied' with candidate field Perry schedules two Washington fundraisers for late September Perry Again Calls Obama Administration “Socialist” Leading Democratic governor offers support for Rick Perry on immigration stances Rick Perry fires away: Slams rival for flip-flops, poor job growth History May Point Toward More Conservative G.O.P. Nominee Why Rick Perry’s debate performances haven’t hurt him (yet) Rick Perry's governing style: Secrecy over straight talk? After Back-to-Back Debates, Perry Returns to Iowa Ron Paul: A Texas Thorn in Rick Perry's Side Fact Check: Did Rick Perry Double Texans’ Taxes? Top presidential money raisers in San Antonio
	Pratt: Are school boards powerless in Texas?
	Comptroller Susan Combs Releases Updated “FAST” Ratings for Texas Schools
	Paying mileage fees instead of gas tax studied by Abilene focus group
	Data From Seven States Show No Connection Between Smoking Bans and Heart Attack Rates
	Christmas Mountains to go to TSU System, to be open-air classroom
	Memorial for tragedy: 10 years after the Queen Isabella Memorial Bridge collapse
	Inmate's lawyers ask Perry to halt Texas execution
	Warm and dry is 3-month forecast for Texas region
	Texas officially records hottest summer in history
	EPA adds inactive Texas refinery to Superfund list
	2011 National Blue Ribbon Schools - 26 in Texas
	Obama's & the D.C. Democrats' War on Texas: Texas electric suppliers warn they might not meet EPA deadline Court considers forcing EPA to clean air in Texas Columnist says don't blame the EPA for "deregulation failure"

	Borderland issues: Nuevo Laredo Mayor Responds To Crime, No Police 31 Illegal Immigrants Caught in Major Bust
	Economy / Financial / Business Chandan: Real estate investors like Texas Ag Report: Possible Routes for Farmers and Ranchers Dublin Dr Pepper launches legal defense fund in bottler battle - ridiculous. They need to follow their franchise agreement. Abilene airport loses some American Eagle flights El Paso Pipeline to issue $500M in senior notes Gas prices slip 4 cents across Texas From foundation to finishing touches, local input defines new Omni Dallas Hotel - owned and financed by taxpayers at Tom Leppert's urging - he isn't a conservative by a wide margin. San Antonio’s housing market seeing glimpses of better days past Skanska completes advanced research laboratory at Fort Sam Houston Palladium Boots opens U.S. first store in Houston - French rubber boots, just what we need. New Houston business accelerator launches Lockheed's Fort Worth layoffs pending American Airlines to expand streaming video service North Austin Marriot sold to new venture JetBlue celebrate Bevo’s birthday with $95 fares ConocoPhillips launches nationwide campaign to boost natural gas San Antonio Home Sales Up In August Bulk cargo terminal eyed for Pelican Island Pier 1 sales, income up El Paso tops Newsweek's list of 'Can-Do Capitals'
	Higher Ed. / Colleges & Universities UT's Fine Art of Academic Evasion Powers wants medical school and other kinds of healing UT commemorates 128 years of progressive change UT-Arlington embraces Cigarroa’s framework with efforts for grad rates, enrollment What’s Going On At Texas Tech, and Why Aren’t the Men Invited? Christmas Mountains to go to TSU System, to be open-air classroom Tech professor develops new psychology test Texas Tech Veterans Assoc. hosts cell phone donation service for troops Ritzi receives Sul Ross Outstanding Teaching Award Sul Ross grad “Tony the Vet” completes walk to Ground Zero A&M partners with Foursquare Bell Helicopter Armed Forces Bowl signs U.S. Naval Academy for 2016 Texas State prof maps Buddy Holly’s short, swift rise Order Up: Universities differ in food services Tech Livestock Judging Team Wins at National Barrow Show Wind Energy Turbine at Eastfield College Funded by Texas JET Grant UH-Clear Lake police: 'Peeping Tom' suspect arrested Racism, hate crimes focus of discussion at UTEP Texas Professor/Author: Ugliness Should Be Legally Protected Dallas area drivers seeing higher average rates for auto insurance
	Local government spending, budgeting, hiring, stupidity & etc.: Split vote terminates Bangs police chief FAA Funds Will Pay For Abilene Regional Airport Improvements Authority moving forward with plans for second SPI causeway Cameron Co. commissioners to vote on tax hike Lake Brownwood disappearing - photos from the air Alpine council hashes out gas company dissolution Austin approves $675M wind energy contract Texas cities get $11M for lead-based paint safety Seguin sidewalk ordinance may see changes to reduce liberty 3 fire-fighting positions approved in Decatur Killeen decides to put off filling city manager position for 60 days Starr County mourns the loss of pct. 4 commissioner Abel Gonzalez Houston city council looks to ban smoking in parks Interim city manager picked in La Marque $2 million face-lift for Richland Hills TRE station begins Plano budget includes employee raises San Juan mayor and commissioners spar over library staffing McAllen mayor says he's CEO of company behind rejected theme park project Nueces County moves toward lawsuit over redistricting Nueces County Appraisal District board wants more accountability Toni Pippins-Poole appointed Dallas County elections administrator - now the Dallas dems have taken control of the elections office. Enjoy the corruption increase.
	Wildfires Texas Forest Service fire protection effort short $12M Coryell Co. Fire That Threatened Small Community Now Contained, But Could Flare Up Travis, Williamson counties added to disaster declaration Last of fire-weary Bastrop folk get all-clear to go home Cuero Gun Club to donate profits to DPS trooper who lost home in wildfires George Bush Park fire contained, but area should be avoided Fire Threatening Homes in Edinburg City of Canton hands out raises to all employee, adds 3 positions Sen. Eltife Gives $5,000 To Support Bank’s ‘Wildfire Account’ Brazoria Co. raises tax rate Leander Fire Department determining how much federal and state aid to request for fires More aid coming to those dealing with wildfires
	Donn Rust Joins Race For Smith County Sheriff's Office
	Jail administrator announces bid for Bell Co. sheriff
	Report finds Dallas County deputy constable did nothing wrong
	Texas boy hit by DPS patrol car was on skateboard
	2 ex-jailers get prison time in cell phone scheme
	Houston's largest teachers union paid nearly $500K in legal fees to union chief's son: Records
	No charges in death of Harris County Jail inmate
	Cuero Gun Club to donate profits to DPS trooper who lost home in wildfires
	Sexual Assaults at Abilene Mall Have Shoppers Wary - crime happens everywhere, not just in "bad neighborhoods" and citizens should be trained, armed and prepared.
	Seminole Man Dies Following Fire at Antiques Store in Gaines County Courthouse Square
	Toddler whose hands glued to wall out of hospital
	Wichita Falls hits an even 100 triple-digit days
	1 dead in Texas shooting; police officer among 3 wounded
	San Antonio journalist, publisher Kathy Clay-Little dead at 60
	Waco bums find body in Brazos River
	Note Claims Pipe Bombs Planted At Lackland Air Force Base
	Amarillo customers nab man during beer run
	Tyler Man Killed By Falling Tree In His Yard
	"Twilight Rapist" trial underway, suspect acts odd
	New details emerge in 'movie-like' jewelry store heist
	Smoldering fire fills south Fort Worth sky with smoke
	Fire extinguished at Fort Worth recycling plant
	Father of four shot to death in SW Houston
	Postal Service might close mail processing plant in Beaumont
	Postal Service To Examine Possible Consolidation Of Abilene Operations
	Denton Co. GOP activist Michael Edmondson dies at 49
	09/14/11
	Redistricting map reflects makeup of Legislature, key GOP lawmaker says
	Civil rights groups urge Obama Justice Department to reject Texas voter-ID law
	State expert says map opened door to lawsuits
	Tony Dale Announces for State Representative in new HD149
	Pataki not running for state House after all
	Crowded race for Congress in TX6
	Vice President Joe Biden in Dallas Thursday
	Dallas Co. democrat chair, Ewing, may face little opposition in re-election bid
	Congressman Carter to speak at Tea Party event
	Snooze, lose: Rep. Gohmert snags "American Jobs Act" title Obama wanted
	Pratt: Can the Texas public school lobby be trusted, at all?
	San Antonio ISD joins suit over state funding - a long miss-managed district, no surprise
	SBOE candidate opposing Mercer just wants the SBOE to "just get along"
	Gov. Perry Reappoints McVeigh and Palermo to Dental Hygiene
	Gov. Perry Appoints Abeson to Public Transportation Advisory Committee
	Gov. Perry Names Motley Chair of Texas State Board of Podiatric Medical Examiners
	Obama Nominates Judge David Campos Guaderrama to the United States District Court - Western District of Texas
	Perry and Paul for President news and similar Gallup: Perry Leads but Romney Gaining in GOP Favorability - poll is before Monday's debate Perry: Washington shouldn't dictate how to live Perry touts "Christian values" at Liberty University - why the quotes DMN? Falwell forgives Perry on Gardasil, calls critics hypocrites, rules out Ron Paul and Jon Huntsman Rush Limbaugh defends Perry on HPV mandate In Republican Race, a Heated Battle Over the HPV Vaccine Bachmann Stayed Quiet on Mandatory Vaccinations While Serving Minnesota Perry on Bachmann's HPV retardation story: 'No truth in it' - why did Palin not castigate Bachmann for using the "R" word? Leading the Pack Brings New Perils, Perry Discovers Perry gauges support of Texas congressional delegation Austin lobbyist has played a key role in Perry's career Perry campaign has new HQ in downtown Austin Much of Anita Perry's salary comes from governor's supporters Sandoval endorsement traced to Perry's (lack of a) role in Nevada governor's race Bachmann Super PAC launches radio ad targeting Perry on illegal immigration Perry's support for in-state tuition for illegal immigrants draws fire Rick Perry eases Social Security stance in retiree-heavy Florida In Bay State, Perry takes aim at Romney Romney and Perry Battle for the West Ron Paul’s Campaign Manager Died of Pneumonia, Penniless and Uninsured
	New rules protect reservoir catfish
	Texas leads nation in numbers without health insurance
	Texas’ poverty rate rises for second year in a row
	Surprising Facts about America's Poor
	Ex-Texas Drifter Executed Tuesday; Victims Were Shot, Throats Were Cut
	Houston man who killed 2 set to die Thursday
	Texas Judge Hands Down Anti-Gay Custody Injunction - good
	Public drinking ban may encourage drunk driving
	Editorial: Oklahoma and Texas could gain a lot from interstate water sales
	Some small Texas towns face population declines
	Obama's & the D.C. Democrats' War on Texas: Dallas’ EFH offers to keep 500 jobs if EPA changes pollution rule Texas EPA Czar to Enact 'Job-Killer' Regulations

	Borderland issues: Grenade, Rocket Launchers, C-4 Found Inside Bag Near Border Border Agents Seize $7M In Narcotics Ammunition seized at Del Rio international bridge
	Economy / Financial / Business Study says Texas job growth slow going Golden Spread hosts dedication of Antelope [electric generation] Station in Abernathy Million dollar safety issues force closing of Garza Theater in Post American Eagle to drop three winter weekend flights at Lubbock Some electricity customers get burned by variable rates Happy Bancshares to move into Metroplex Prosperity to buy Texas Bankers in all-stock transaction Economic firm gives Austin thumbs up, tips on improvements Arbitron data shows San Antonio is growing media market Monahans Growing "Faster Than Ever" Booming Oil Industry Causing Major Wage Inflation in the Permian Basin Port Freeport inks deal with Panama Canal Authority Dallas' Park Cities make list of highest home values Dallas investment firms launch hotel venture, $30M acquisition FedEx seeks facility at Del Rio international GE shows off new turbine at Houston unveiling Texas electric provider rejects claims it mined blood diamonds
	Higher Ed. / Colleges & Universities More earning degrees at colleges in Texas HSU in Top Tier of U.S. News Rankings of Best Universities in the West U.S News Ranks LeTourneau among Top Colleges Rice ranked 17th best college in U.S. U.S. News & World Report ranks ACU among Best ACU makes room for new nursing school Tenaska donates to TSTA robotics program First female SGA president reflects on Tech ‘love story’ UT-Pan American joins Sul Ross State in cutting less popular degree programs WT helps students prepare for tough job market UT BBA takes top spot for accounting UT president to give State of the University speech Texas Tech Women's Studies Program Presents Feminist Forums - your $ at work SMU's Playboy Club Past Texas State suffers from an undeserved reputation Texas A&M Foundation Raises $10.5 Million For Student Center Renovation Texas Health, UT Southwestern collaborate on care Del Mar College to move forward with negotiations for redistricting services contract Tarrant County College trustee cuts commitment short UTEP fall semester enrollment up 2.4 percent from last year
	Local government spending, budgeting, hiring, stupidity & etc.: Brown County Water District Implements Stage 3 Restrictions City of Early announces new watering restrictions Re-opening celebration at Waldrip Bridge in Coleman & McCulloch counties Taylor County commissioners: Property tax rate increases, starting Oct. 1 Randall County OKs property tax increase City of Amarillo gives tax hike preliminary approval Clyde venue progresses: Council votes to move forward with plan at lake Howard Co. OK's $21 million budget State wants second vote by BexarMet City of San Antonio poised to give $367,000 to troubled Museo Alameda Austin City Council Values Basketball, Not Taxpayers Georgetown council hikes taxes New Braunfels to Install New Alert Siren Edwards Aquifer Authority board keeps conservation program in place CPS Energy adopts eMeter reading technology Potential Development Concerns Midland Homeowners Bexar public works official Aceves ends 41-year service Seguin bans open grill use in parks Angelina County extends burn ban by 90 days Tyler City Budget Approved: Property Taxes Don't Change, Some Fees Do Goliad tax rate to increase Victoria denies responsibility for sewer spill damage Sullivan City to Get More Police Officers Valley Fire Departments Team Up to Be Ready in Event of Terrorist Attack Hidalgo County Launching Online Warrant Database Santa Rosa fire chief under scrutiny by volunteer fire fighters Appraisal Board Takes Over District Investigation, Proposes New Policies (Nueces Co.) Details Released On Much-Needed CS Fire Station Editorial: Petition power welcome in SE Texas area cities Bids received for Port of Corpus Christi's La Quinta Trade Gateway Arlington Bans Texting While Driving - good luck enforcing that. Arts of Collin County Changes Name, Frisco pulls out Galveston Co. commissioners retract proposed pay cuts Editorial: Rail link could help Galveston’s port Architecture of Tarrant County's new maximum security jail masks function El Paso ISD Lawyer: District Is Not Legally Liable For The Hacking El Paso's Bridge to Nowhere El Paso: Judge Reverses Recall Restraining Order, Recall Petition Can Be Submitted For Verification City of Bridgeport on the hook for hospital's bill - local gov't should stay out of these deals Harris County to pay its jurors less Board approves hiring of downtown Midland development chief
	Wildfires Texas Forest Service wildfire update Fire-weary residents looking to insurance Crews Battle Half-Dozen Major Fires Tuesday, Brace For More Wednesday Firefighters Gaining Upperhand on Central Texas Wildfires Wildfires damage nearly all of Bastrop State Park Bastrop fire: All missing now accounted for, 70 percent contained Many Bastrop Volunteer Fire Fighters Lose Everything George Bush Park fire 95% contained Upshur County Hot Spots Remain an Issue Rusk County Fire Flares Up Again Wildfire in Grimes County Contained; Evacuation Orders Lifted Wildfire breaks out in Liberty County Brush fire in Montague County Union Grove fire flares, evacuations resume near Salado
	Cops Bust Drug Ring in North Texas Jail
	Brownsville police chief releases statement about city commissioner's arrest
	Former Bells PTO president admits embezzlement
	Teenage Boy Dies After Being Struck By DPS Patrol Car
	Horizon City teen accused of faking cancer to collect $17,000 in donations
	Three Suspected Bank Robbers Caught In Mexico
	Dental records ID Texan accused of killing wife
	2 Dumas men accused of threats against mailman
	Amarillo teacher named 2011 Texas History Teacher of the Year
	Mother faces federal charge in gun-running case
	Tyler mom, boyfriend indicted in death of her boy
	Medic: Texas woman told attacker she was disabled
	Panhandle Honor Flight visiting D.C.
	Gunfire at Temple's Scott & White hospital a false alarm, official says
	Austin man missing, last seen in Port Aransas
	Diboll man arrested after telling fire department ‘I’ve got this under control’
	Brownsville man jailed for indecent proposal to teenage boy
	Wife of famed Houston ex-surgeon testifies in husband's assault trial
	Farmer sitting vigil leads Corpus Christi police to pickup prowling on his land
	Head of Episcopal School of Dallas returns to witness stand to dispute testimony
	Two injured in Grapevine apartment complex fire
	Fort Worth's Kimbell Acquires Poussin Masterpiece for $24 Million
	Rail tankers leaking ethanol in Galveston County
	Several injured after car collides with ambulance
	Missing Texas girl found in Houston, trying to board bus to Mexico with N.C. man
	Monkey on the loose killed after biting game warden
	09/13/11
	State Rep. Caraway goes door-to-door to unseat Eddie Bernice Johnson
	Rep. Barton Asks “Where Are the Jobs?”
	Texas senator, Brian Birdwell, shares Pentagon survival story
	Barbara Mallory Caraway hits the District 30 campaign trail
	Federal judge Sam Sparks’ “cute” orders criticized by appellate judge - no surprise
	TxDMV names interim director over state agency
	Gov. Perry Appoints Four to Humanities Texas
	Gov. Perry Appoints Six to Texas Low-Level Radioactive Waste Compact Commission
	Gov. Perry Reappoints Weinberg to Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission
	Perry and Paul for President news and similar Stanley Kurtz: Perry and the Ponzis Sullivan: "Yes, it is a ponzi scheme" Romney’s Social Security vulnerability Obama Vindicates Rick Perry on Social Security Social Security prompts debate miscues Perry guarantees seniors that their Social Security benefits will remain intact Memo to Romney: You Have to Attack Perry, and Here’s How to Do It In Endorsement Battle, Perry Claims a Fellow Governor Bobby Jindal Jindal says he has no interest in joining a Perry administration As Perry Rises, G.O.P. Elite Look Toward Romney - the moderates don't want Perry, that should tell you much of what you need to know. Huckabee lays out caution on Perry - Huckaphony says what? Romney: Perry Dealt ‘Four Aces’ GOP candidates spar on immigration, border fence Perry comes under fire at the CNN/Tea Party debate - what a front runner should expect Perry attacks Obama jobs plan Perry assailed by GOP rivals, defends his record Analysis: GOP foes seek cracks in Perry's record Rick Perry's pain is Mitt Romney's gain Romney, Paul and Gingrich say Texas job growth not due to Perry Burka: Not Rick Perry's night Perry defends criticism of Fed chairman Ben Bernanke Perry booed while answering immigration question Rep. Neugebauer Talks About Perry Endorsement on KFYO Bachmann Blasts Perry’s HPV “Fiasco” Key exchanges from Republican debate Perry 'taken aback' by debate crowd's reaction to insurance question Palin piles on Perry for HPV mandate Gov. Perry minimized HPV drug maker's financial donations, report shows Perry has deep financial ties to maker of HPV vaccine - ridiculous. With this logic every politician has "deep financial" ties to all of the giant companies in America - they all donate much to big campaigns and to the big associations. Why? Because gov't is so damn big that you can't run a big company in many sectors without buying protection money. Two Texans Take on Debate Will wildfire response burn Texas Gov. Perry on campaign trail? Perry announces Iowa team; Matt Whitaker named Iowa co-chairman Perry vs. the Lap Dance Lobby In unaired attack ad, Hutchison hit Perry for HPV order Sandoval, Nevada's governor, announces he'll back Perry for president Rick Perry through the ages Ron Paul draws boos for his foreign policy view Ron Paul life re-imagined by Taiwanese animation outfit Ron Paul, and his adherents, are the worst enemy of his ideas Mitt Romney stops in Dallas with hat in hand
	Corps of Engineers delays Trinity levees fixes in Dallas as FEMA delays flood map deadline
	TMA: Prescription Drug Shortages Threaten Patient Care
	The Travis County CAD, and Why Appraisals Matter
	Armed pilots say security needs strengthening
	Amtrak: Proposed cuts will affect East Texas, Longview
	Texas Still Setting Heat Records
	In Texas, drought feels like another Dust Bowl
	Obama's & the D.C. Democrats' War on Texas: Dewhurst attacks EPA over anti-coal rule Rep. Barton Asks “Where Are the Jobs?” Texas, EPA continue blame game as Luminant announces coal plant closures, 500 jobs cut - you'll understand the issue the next time natural gas prices spike, you'll not be able to afford to pay your bill. Coal is the great stability fuel for power generation and plays a huge role in leveling out price spikes. EPA rule would imperil energy reliability Editorial: Texas needs more electricity for hot summers

	Borderland issues: Sept. 16 (Independence) celebration returns to Juárez Multiple bomb threats at International Bridges
	Economy / Financial / Business Average Lubbock home price up sharply last month Tyler-Area Homes Sales Rise Again American Airlines to trim 4Q flights Cracker Barrel's largest shareholder, a Texan, wants board seat State Farm Wants Higher Premiums, Deductibles State Farm seeking average 10% increase in Texas homeowner rates State Farm proposal shifts more financial load to homeowner Texas wildfires: up to $250M in insured losses Austin businesses prepare for ACL crowd 25% of retailers expect less holiday hiring Cowboys-Jets earns big television rating Texas Board of Architectural Examiners opens investigations into PBK Architects employees Restaurants Flock to Downtown Arlington Texas Oil and Minerals purchases Brazoria County oil field Houston holds some of Texas’ most wealthy communities Houston metro economy fifth largest in U.S. Houston Club building sells, redevelopment likely San Antonio’s economic output grew 3.5 percent in 2010 CenturyLink charges some Bell County residents a sales tax by mistake Forest landowners urged to be wary of timber scams
	Higher Ed. / Colleges & Universities What, banning “Hook ‘em horns” next? SEC optimistic about Texas A&M; no immediate plans for 14th school Off-campus crime disturbs Texas Tech students Texas schools continue race for tier-one status, funds 2 'green' houses going up at UT-Tyler Is Florida Ready To Consider Texas Higher Ed Reforms? Howard Payne Students Launch Water Conservation Initiative UT, Shell team up on $7.5M research deal Texas A&M System chancellor makes faculty a priority Irving Nimitz High partners with Texas Tech in new classroom venture UH hits a winning streak, on and off field San Jacinto College soccer player killed in crash Texas Tech Named Military Friendly School Angelina College OK $19.7 million budget, tax rate Higher tax bill for Austin residents
	Local government spending, budgeting, hiring, stupidity & etc.: Houston mayor seeks no property tax increase Dallas police say overall crime continues to fall through first eight months of 2011 Lake Brownwood hits historic low; new round of restrictions likely Tuesday Taylor County approves higher budget, tax rate Budget and tax rate set for Lubbock County, more Some Lubbock council members want to change budget process San Antonio ISD sets new rates for sports facilities Houston ISD school board president may have met with contractors to discuss HISD business: E-mails Houston ISD audit report on alleged threat raises more questions about 'how things operate around here' The Travis County CAD, and Why Appraisals Matter The Austin City Council has adopt a 2,800,000,000 budget Cameron County set to raise taxes by two cents Corps delays Trinity River levee fixes for ‘new risk assessment process’ Dallas redistricting commissioners point fingers about protecting incumbents Denton Will Consider Smoking Ban - anti-Liberty, anti-property rights morons. A "few" people complain because they want the whole world to cater to their wishes and the wheels of gov't spin. El Paso: Flatten cardboard before recycling Kemp ISD Fails Reading, Math Scores, But $400,000 Football Turf Looks Nice Coryell County commissioners nix public hearings on bond issue Tax Payer protests planned at Killeen city hall Comal County tax increase passes with no public comment Weslaco mulls workers' compensation shakeup, eyeing serious savings Midland EDC looks to $500,000 agreement with Baker Hughes Midland County agrees to contribute to Highway 349 improvements SAWS board weighing possible rate increase San Marcos CISD gets smaller budget, same tax rate Sheriff, Hays County, sued by former jail employee Bexar county commissioners vote on jail job cuts Smith County Commissioners To Discuss Jail Expansion Hudson native named Lufkin’s first full-time municipal court judge City Manager Investigating Closing of Weslaco Fire Station Lubbock County Sheriff's SWAT team training on brand new vehicle - more Homeland Security federal waste Conroe suspends volunteer firefighters for missing work to fight Riley Road Fire
	Wildfires Texas Forest Service widlfire update Non-Profit Fund Expands Emergency Hotel Voucher Program for Fire Victims, Additional Counties Added to Federal Disaster Request Urban wildfires a new challenge Rio Hondo volunteers deal with burned fire truck Donations to bring new suits to volunteer firefighters Bastrop wildfire 70 percent contained, but wind picking up Residents return home to Bastrop; some still wait Bastrop Urges Residents to Not Call 911 to Report Smoldering, Burning Areas Re-entry into some Bastrop neighborhoods pushed back Texas wildfires: up to $250M in insured losses Texas Baptists minister to needs caused by Texas wildfires Waller County residents allowed into homes after fires Radio stations hold water drive for firefighters Harrison County fire continues burning; 800 acres, one home consumed Large grass fire near the Loop in Longview Bear Creek fire update: Preparing for potential 'reburn' Alto-area fire at 80 percent containment Firefighters battle rapidly moving grass fire in George Bush Park
	Brazos County Precinct 2 Deputy Constable Resigns After Arrest
	Clear Creek teacher accused of selling steroids, cocaine out of job
	San Antonio VIA Trolleys Caught Running Lights
	Former prison employee accused in Texas rapes to be shackled at trial
	Petrol Station fires worker over 9/11 slur
	Monday marked record-tying 69th day of 100-degree weather in Dallas
	Pet Monkey, Loose Because Of Recent Wildfires, Bites Game Warden
	Lubbock Co. land owner ordered to remove ‘pile’ of dead horses
	Romo’s fault? Not totally, Cowboys teammates say
	Amarillo man gets 15 years for securities fraud
	Train Strikes Two Teenage Runaways From Central Texas Boys' Ranch
	Sanford citizens fight to keep their post office
	2 arrested in stolen jewelry ring in Texas
	Name released of man who died after slipping off Keith Lake bridge
	Former Houston hand surgeon on trial in pregnant wife's assault
	Deputy fatally shoots knife-wielding teen near Crosby
	Police: Wife killed husband then shot herself
	Sinton Police Warn Of Suspect Who Threatened School Shooting
	Auction during tonight's Texas Rangers' telecast will benefit family of firefighter
	Marijuana mailed to Louisiana car wash from El Paso address
	Millions of bugs invade Plano neighborhood
	Humble woman accused of striking boy with car
	25 Indicted in Ector Co. Illegal Gambling Sting
	Humble woman accused of striking boy with car
	Firefighters injured in Converse house fire
	Crime scene investigator hit by car on Interstate 35
	Home invasion, sexual assault reported in San Antonio
	Gunman fires shots at SUV during Interstate 35 chase
	Small Plane Crash Lands at Brownsville Airport
	Old Amarillo High becomes history - literally
	Anti-abortion priest-activist suspended by Amarillo bishop, financial problems alleged
	Photos of bobcat evoke concern in Plano neighborhood
	09/12/11
	Rep. Charlie Howard (R-HD26) will not seek re-election
	Freshman state rep. Lanham Lyne will not seek re-election, Wichita Falls' James Frank to run
	Texas GOP Freshman of the Year, Jose Aliseda of Beeville, not running again
	Congressman Neugebauer Says Social Security Is A Ponzi Scheme
	State Rep. Barbara Mallory Caraway to challenge Eddie Bernice Johnson for TX110 in Dem primary
	Eddie Bernice Johnson says Texas voting map discriminates, more - pure racial separatism from Democrats
	State Rep. Gallego to seek TX23 Congressional seat
	Texas' Leadership Conundrum
	Lutz Interview: former Dallas mayor Tom Leppert
	Gov. Perry Appoints Four to Texas Animal Health Commission
	Gov. Perry Appoints Three to State Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners
	Gov. Perry Appoints Seven to Texas Commission on the Arts
	Cornyn, Menendez Push to Mandate Sale of F-16 Fighters to Taiwan
	Perry and Paul for President news and similar New CNN Poll: Perry on top when it comes to electability, full results Foes likely to increase focus on Perry tonight Pro-Paul and pro-Bachmann groups hit Perry in separate ads Romney and Perry clash over Social Security Limbaugh warns Bachmann, Romney not to attack Perry for ‘Ponzi scheme’ remarks Give Me A T For Texas Perry strikes gold in Golden State Taiwanese animation outfit produces nutty, surreal version of Perry's life Will Perry support Confederate battle flag license plates? Perry Battles Same Doubts That Dogged Reagan Dowd: Advice for Rick Perry and the GOP Field Rick Perry: I am going to be honest with the American people Our travelin' governor: Perry will spend even more time on the road Restaurant chain CEO likes Perry, supports Romney AP source: Jindal to endorse Perry for president Obama calls Perry a "credible candidate" in NBC interview Fort Worth's Hernandez on CNN tonight analyzing presidential debate
	Texas homestead exemption changes
	Texas recognizes obesity awareness week - awareness is not an issue
	Shults: Full Faith And Credit Will Not Lead
	State license plate vendor on track to meet $25 million pledge
	Texas Forest Service grappling with funding cuts
	Six-figure jobs in federal stimulus program to fix up low-income homes; millions of dollars in questionable spending in Texas’ weatherization assistance program
	Editorial: Open government is a basic right, not a frill
	Editorial: State must pay for a water plan
	New Website Tracks Impact of Regulatory Burden on Texas
	Texas vs. CEMEX, state wins huge lawsuit for back taxes
	Length and Bag Limit Regulations Change for Anglers at Some Texas Reservoirs
	Obama's & the D.C. Democrats' War on Texas: Luminant sues EPA, says it will shut two coal units, cut 500 jobs Statement by Gov. Perry on Announced Job Losses Due to EPA Rule

	Borderland issues: Illegal border crossings down: More officers, border wall deter immigrants Sources: Rio Bravo bars, business hit by grenades Dual bomb threats shut down two bridges in Cameron County
	Economy / Financial / Business FAA cites improper repairs to Southwest planes Luminant sues EPA, says it will shut two coal units, cut 500 jobs La Madeleine names new president Famed El Paso-area golf course struggles against gov't funded links ACCIÓN Texas launches statewide network to Hispanic chambers Big Apple Bagel chain rolling out new stores in San Antonio
	Higher Ed. / Colleges & Universities Food researcher hired in pursuit of Texas Tech tier-one status Abilene professor's year without news tested sanity, taught lessons San Antonio tells UT to give up its archives Texas, OU meet about conference changes Horned Frog Star Johnny Collins Sprints Into TCU Hall of Fame BCS computer poll ranks Texas as top team in the country Rice wins $2 million synthetic biology grant University of the Incarnate Word sets record Fall enrollment San Antonio colleges make the grade as “Military Friendly” WT named as military-friendly school Texas Tech Rawls College of Business dean announces retirement plans Texas State hits "bump in road" with HSI grants Texas State honors program to become a college College loan default rate hits 12-year high - a college degree: your path to a lifetime of debt.... Texas Tech Assistant Baseball Coach Trent Petrie Fired
	Local government spending, budgeting, hiring, stupidity & etc.: Throckmorton Water Restrictions Could Change Tarrant Regional Water District may alter its course Bad Day For Taxers in Austin Katy ISD Takes Two Steps Forward, One Step Back Cedar Park introduces technology to keep citizens safe, informed Carrollton-Farmers Branch school paying students who ace AP tests Five Denton-area school districts give details on budgets Groundbreaking For Trinity Railway Express Expansion State blood-lead testing in Frisco results revealed Houston convention and visitors bureau plans relocation Police union, City of Galveston establish tentative agreement Grayson Co. dedicates new monument to fallen firefighters, police officers Grayson Co. mayors sign county-wide emergency management plan Kerr Co. to submit bid for armory San Marcos declines Tanger Outlets plea for more advertising funds Harris County attorney slams Port commission, calls for transparency
	Wildfires Texas Forest Service wildfire update USDA Announces Assistance Programs for Farmers and Ranchers Affected by Wildfires Wildfire victims may be eligible for SBA loans Bastrop County fire fact sheet Bastrop ISD campuses reopen Monday after wildfires Bastrop officials say only two are unaccounted for Bastrop fire: 60 percent contained, 2 people still unaccounted for Five firefighting aircraft to be stationed at Austin airport Hutchison: Bastrop neighborhood ‘looked more like it was bombed, not burned’ 300-acre fire west of Alto is 20 percent contained Forest service official says Alto-area fire has burned 1,700 acres Voluntary Evacuations Near Alto Apartment residents return home after grass fire near Bush Intercontinental Riley Road Fire 85-percent contained; some residents allowed to return home Military in Texas trying to reduce fire risks of combat training Tri-County Wildfire 85 Percent Contained, Magnolia ISD, Waller ISD Open For Classes Going home still a dream for some fire evacuees Updated East Texas wildfires list Northeast Texas Fire Complex Update Fire forces evacuations by I-20 near Scottsville New Harrison County fire has destroyed three structures Officials estimate Bear Creek fire in Cass County has destroyed 66 homes Diana fire 75 percent contained Henderson County Fire Destroys 30 Acres In Athens
	Houston ballot bodes shake-up on council
	Kerr Co. treasurer to leave post after 22 years in the courthouse
	Brownsville city commissioner arrested for assault
	Klein ISD teacher accused of sending sexually explicit messages to teen on Facebook
	Austin homosexual festival grand marshals remember rough times, prejudices
	Aftershocks continue after latest Snyder earthquake
	Trial slated to start in state school employee murders
	Man Charged With Murder After Two Bodies Found Dumped In Ditch
	Texas Man Traced To Nevada Homeless Shelter Gets 30 Years For Child Porn
	De Leon wedding reception turns deadly
	Victims Of “Gruesome” Central Texas Murder Identified
	Corpus Christi Director Leads National 9/11 Memorial Choir
	Lancaster Sub-Courthouse Evacuated, Nothing Found
	Firefighters scale Dallas tower to honor 9/11 heroes
	Affidavit: Rappers Paul Wall, Baby Bash allegedly had pot in van
	Suspect arrested in fatal shooting of business owner
	Harris Co. Deputies: Man stabs two younger cousins to death, then kills self in Spring
	Hurricane Ike no match for three island widows
	Texas man helps get dog tags to vet’s family
	Amber Alert issued for teen missing from Liberty City
	Houston man shot dead while sitting in garage
	South Padre Island, Port Isabel Plan Ceremony for Causeway Collapse Anniversary
	09/10&11/11
	Perry proclaims 9/11 as Texas First Responders Day
	Rep. Lanhanm Lyne of Wichita Falls, a freshman, will not run for re-election
	Perry and Paul for President news and similar Pro-Bachmann group says Rick Perry has “atrocious record” on illegal immigration 'Crony capitalism' draws attention in GOP race Perry’s tough talk wins him fans in California Social Security key issue for Perry in Florida
	Texas security has big price tag
	Obama's & the D.C. Democrats' War on Texas: Dispute Continues Between Texas, Feds on Fire Assistance “Don’t Mess with Texas,” Elizabeth Ames Jones tells EPA

	Borderland issues: Cash strapped Texas still pours money into border security - Texas isn't "cashed strapped", we spend plenty. And, this is a primary role of gov't. Houston PD widow's suit against city revived Juárez police officer caught with firearms, drugs Trio, guilty of extortion, could be 1st sentenced to life terms in Juárez
	Economy / Financial / Business When it comes to pricing, 'Texas tea' not what it used to be DePinho brings rock star aura to MD Anderson $4M renovation to create medical facility, nursing home in San Benito Decision soon on filing new El Paso Electric rate case Entrepreneur plans barbecue tours of Cowtown at $75
	Higher Ed. / Colleges & Universities 3 rapes in 9 days reported at Texas Christian University - but campus is "safe"! We don't need CHL... Tech researchers meet with delegates to rebuild science programs in Iraq Tech's Arrington, Gonzales recall 9/11 9/11: International admissions at Abilene colleges affected by Sept. 11 Quadruplet sisters attend the same university: East Texas Baptist Oklahoma remains atop AP, coaches polls; Texas A&M falls; and Baylor moves inside top 20 UTEP Miners lose to SMU Mustangs in bruising battle TCU bounces back, whips Air Force Texas colleges work to improve veterans' experience Actor, Former Senator Fred Thompson Set To Kick Off Lecture Series at UT-Tyler
	Local government spending, budgeting, hiring, stupidity & etc.: High Plains water district release list of "approved" flow meters DeSoto ISD pays $188,000 of taxpayer money to get rid of superintendent suspected in Georgia cheating scandal Lubbock airport director: airport security 'more theatrical than real' Marble slab falls from Nolan Co. courthouse Dallas, Fort Worth & Arlington Leaders Knocking On Doors To Find School Dropouts Houston PD widow's suit against city revived All-nude club sues Edinburg, alleges strong-arming by police Amid bridge debt, Donna eyes even higher property taxes Beaumont ISD accidentally releases confidential student information As Austin City Council prepares to vote on city budget, some details up in the air Editorial: Perceptions fuel criticism of Austin fire chief Tarrant water limits working better than expected
	Wildfires Texas Forest Service wildfire update President Obama Signs Federal Disaster Declaration for Bastrop County Dispute Continues Between Texas, Feds on Fire Assistance Bastrop fire destroys 1,554 homes, 17 people missing Bastrop officials’ list of missing drops to 8 people Satellite image shows extent of fire damage Bastrop residents ask to return to fire-ravaged neighborhoods Tensions flare in Bastrop Wildfire evacuees demand answers Eastland Fire Relief Campaign Weary firefighters won't get any breaks soon Big Country lawmakers seek more federal assistance for wildfires Firefighters 'optimistic' about containing giant blaze north of Houston Chorekee County Preparing Some Residents For Possible Evacuation Gov. Perry Announces Emergency Hotel Voucher Program for Victims of Bastrop County Fire
	Garza, Lynn, Gaines & Dawson Co. D.A. arrested on DWI charge
	Accused would-be terrorist Aldawsari legal challenge delayed, more
	President of Jasper-area NAACP arrested
	4 earthquakes in the Snyder area on Sunday
	Drought blamed for donkey abandonment in Texas
	Security Scare Closed DFW's Terminal B Temporarily
	Texans flip the script in victory over Colts
	Astros' 97th loss equals club record
	Cowboys give Jason Witten five-year, $37 million extension; 'I will retire a Cowboy'
	Seven of 10 missing oil workers found alive in Gulf
	Children may be among the dead in NW Harris killing
	Critics rally against event targeting homosexuality
	Tyler Full Of Tea Lovers, Ranks No. 6 In U.S.
	Rappers Paul Wall, Baby Bash released after arrests in El Paso
	A touch of  Warhol: Small exhibit  is big deal for El Paso Museum of Art
	Wreck in Arlington kills three teenagers

	09/03-09/11 limited press updates through 09/12/11
	Federal agriculture budget likely to face major cuts
	Seliger defends redrawn districts
	Texas voting district maps head to court
	Opening arguments presented on redistricting
	Neurosurgeon Greg Bonnen running for HD25, is older brother of Rep. Dennis Bonnen
	Big 12 not Legislature's focus
	Report: State Rep. Randy Weber closer to running Congress in TX14
	Sen. Dan Patrick will not run for U.S. Senate - we were all holding our breath!
	Chisum talks about his experience on KFYO, Audio of Chisum interview
	MALDEF to honor ex-state Rep. Paul Moreno - truly a non-honor
	Child support expert Baldwin tapped as protective services' interim chief
	Keffer, Wade Brown talk at Tea Party event in Clyde
	Canadian school trustee Ken King announces bid for HD88 seat
	Ted Cruz on David Dewhurst
	Perry and Paul for President news and similar Perry tweaks cowboy image in New Hampshire Perry reaches out beyond Texas for campaign funds As presidential race heats up, GOP asks if Perry can stay atop Perry tries to explain his Democratic past Paul dismisses Perry as a ‘candidate of the week’ - and so what is Ron Paul? Candidate of no-time? Weatherford Republican throws hat into presidential race Texas wildfires prompt Perry to cancel S. Carolina forum Gov. Perry tours fire, says he’ll deal with presidential debate ‘as it shows up’ SuperPAC supporting Rick Perry draws up a plan to spend $55 million Rudy Giuliani not yet ready to endorse his “good friend” Rick Perry Rick Perry lengthens lead over Romney, Ron Paul passes Bachmann in NBC/WSJ poll More polls show Perry out front in GOP race Perry’s stand against spending meant significant cuts to Forest Service - typical of the Left. Rice Marching Band takes jab at Perry during halftime show Perry addresses Texas wildfires, Jimmy Hoffa remarks on FOX News Perry makes debate debut tonight (Wed.) Debate called a test for Perry Rick Perry’s book “Fed Up!” poses “biggest challenge” to candidacy, Rove says - Rove's full of crap. That book is in-tune with the electorate. With debate and Perry as front-runner, GOP presidential campaign moves to new phase Perry faces a leadership test in real time Ron Paul ad attacks Rick Perry as 'Al Gore's Texas cheerleader' Ron Paul to attack Rick Perry in new ad Paul slams Perry for backing Gore; Perry fires back Perry, Paul fight over their 1980s political stances Perry comes under blistering attack from GOP rivals FACT CHECK: Perry, Romney twist records in debate At debate, Romney, Perry spar over jobs, Social Security Perry again calls Social Security a 'Ponzi scheme' Perry calls Social Security 'a monstrous lie' Perry receives applause for Texas' execution stats To applause, Perry defends Texas death penalty Team Perry declares victory; Bachmann’s ex (strategist) says she’s still a factor In wide field, it’s Romney vs. Perry Ron Paul winds NBC online "poll" - this is what they do, not a real poll
	Texas has placed more military veterans in jobs than any other state
	Audit questions Texas Homeland Security spending
	New Highway Patrol chief named
	Texas prison boom going bust
	Prison industry programs a victim of economic recession
	Texas Home School Coalition responds to ridiculous San Angelo newspaper editorial
	Texas 8th Court of Appeals chief justice resigns
	Fort Worth Mayor Betsy Price calls mobility "the biggest issue facing Texas"
	Rep. Truitt's bill has resulted no transparency on Texas public pension funds
	Hunger in Texas increases, latest federal survey shows - OK, which is it? Obesity or hunger?
	Comptroller Says Some Fire Recovery Services Are Tax-Exempt
	Obama's & the D.C. Democrats' War on Texas: Texas regulators hail EPA/Obama back down on new air quality rules EPA declares hay a pollutant? Energy providers want more time to meet EPA rules

	Borderland issues: Perry says physical border-fence impractical Juárez officer allegedly part of extortion ring Mexican Consulate to celebrate Grito Ceremony in McAllen Border Patrol agents at Hebbronville checkpoint seize more than 5,000 pounds of marijuana Ringleader behind Gulf Cartel gun, drug trafficking ring in McAllen pleads guilty Mexican navy op nets Zeta communication system
	Economy / Financial / Business 9/9/11: Texas Sales Tax revenue rise 11.9% over previous year in September report, 17 months of growth, Top 20 Cities Sales Tax Report for September Texas has placed more military veterans in jobs than any other state Coastal winds power Texas turbines sometimes more than West Texas wind farms Shell to pay $500,000 for pollution in Texas Austin-based Temple-Inland agrees to sale to International Paper American Eagle traffic rises 10.2 percent State Farm home insurance rates exceed most rivals in Dallas area, listing shows
	Higher Ed. / Colleges & Universities Tier-One Money Up for Grabs in University Competition Another boondoggle alert at Tarrant County College UT's Mack Brown weighs in on realignment Dallas County colleges' new budget cuts summer faculty pay SEC talks Aggies tonight UTSA ranks high for core subjects A&M System names Sharp as chancellor STC, UTPA to expand study pathway collaborations A&M's SEC celebration postponed Threatened lawsuit delays Texas A&M move to SEC Bear trap: SEC accepts Texas A&M, but Baylor makes a stand Scheduling rules could put Texas-OU series in doubt, if only one joins the Pac-12 Aggies' move to SEC encounters roadblock Would the Horns drop A&M for Notre Dame on Thanksgiving? They have before. Baylor returns 3,000 tickets for Texas A&M game UNT opens new stadium as underdog vs. Houston Ranger College and Eastland Hospital Partner for Nursing Program New students drive HSU enrollment increase
	Local government spending, budgeting, hiring, stupidity & etc.: Documents Detail City of Lubbock Employees' Explicit Browsing City salaries: Abilene’s police best paid; firefighters third in study City salaries: Abilene workers receive competitive pay, analysis shows Aransas Pass residents could see 14 percent property tax increase Commissioners deadlocked on judicial appointee for new county court BexarMet vote gets approval by feds Budget pinch felt in Medina County New Braunfels can-ban opponents turn in last signatures Pharr tries to create county's largest tax increment reinvestment zone San Marcos seeks to rent Cephas house for community activities Austin fire chief out of town as wildfires raged outside city Fort Worth Mayor Betsy Price calls mobility "the biggest issue facing Texas" Judge gives City of Fort Worth pension fund discretion on what information to release Randall County sells Falcon Club parcels Potter Co. GOP chairman addresses massive county tax hike Kyle gives preliminary OK to increasing tax, utility rates Abilene council bans shallow wells for drinking water, OKs $71.58 million budget Lubbock City Council Approves 2011-2012 Budget, Tax Increase
	Wildfires Texas Forest Service wildfire update 101 Ranch Fire 75 Percent Contained Woman, Toddler Lose Lives To Fast-Moving East Texas Wildfire Brush fires burn 14,000+ acres in Bastop area, 300+ homes destroyed or damaged Central Texas Burns As Gusty Wind Fans Flames Of Major Wildfires School closures planned for Tuesday amid area fires Catastrophic fires burn thousands of acres, force evacuations across Central Texas Officials: 25,000 acres burned in Bastrop Co.; 476 houses destroyed Large brush fire contained in San Antonio Texas Gov. Rick Perry says wildfire 'mean' as he's ever seen Gov. Perry: All Necessary State Resources Made Available to Protect Lives, Property Gov. Perry Takes Aerial Tour of Wildfire Damage in Central Texas Waller County judge says 50-75 homes have burned Officials: 1,000 Texas homes burned in past week Texas wildfires view from space station Get an up-close look at the Texas fires This historic Texas wildfire season has shattered all previous records Steiner Ranch residents return to homes, or what is left of homes New Wildfires Rage Across Texas Leaving Shocking Devastation in Their Wake Update: Crews get handle on Magnolia fire, Wildfire burns near Magnolia Fires destroy about 4,000 acres in Nacogdoches County Blazes Burn Thousands Of Acres In East Texas New Chapel Hill Neighborhood Almost Completely Wiped Out Perry calls on elite team to lead wildfire search Arson suspected in Leander fire 2 bodies found in Bastrop fires; Leander fire investigated as arson Flash-fire: See how fast wildfire spreads Warehouse fire caps grueling day for San Antonio-area firefighters Ride along while pilots fight Bastrop fire Officials: Largest fire in Bastrop Co. 30 percent contained; fires' smoke blanketing Austin, officials say Austin fire chief out of town as wildfires raged outside city Texas Task Force 1 dispatched to Bastrop County Wildfire destroys Potter County home Dewhurst to sign disaster declaration request Obama calls Perry about wildfires; pledges federal help with firefighting, recovery Steiner Ranch kids return to school with stories, concerns Firefighting jetliner remains on the ground in Bastrop, lacks pilot Some Bastrop residents return; one victim is City of Austin employee Comptroller Says Some Fire Recovery Services Are Tax-Exempt DC-10 assisting with rural fires north of Houston
	5 El Paso police officers resign amid investigation of OT pay irregularities
	TEA investigating Tornillo ISD Superintendent Paul Vranish for travel expenses
	Former Deputy Marshal sues two Lubbock police officers
	Former supervisor at corrections center pleads guilty to molesting women
	Claim: 'Muslim Family Day', with over 3000, will spread peace at Six Flags
	Newborn dead after family dog attacks
	Illegal alien in Lubbock with guns must go to prison
	Lubbock man drowns in Galveston Bay
	The Duke still looms large for audiences at Snyder festival
	Abilene LULAC dispute still in limbo
	Winds cause power outages to about 4,000 Oncor customers in Dallas area
	Woman accused of biting, taking weapons from Dallas police officers
	Metro train hits woman, then drags her
	Pool party turns tragic at Texans player's home
	Two DFW residents say they saw violations of air-travel security
	Cedric Benson released from jail early
	14 Couples Tie The Knot In Group Wedding
	Painter Falls To Death From Roof Of Texas School Building
	Three Hurt In Collapse Of Balcony At Texas Apartment Complex
	Liberty Hill woman survives night outside in collapsed chair
	State Fair of Texas judges blown away by Fried Bubblegum at Big Tex Choice Awards
	FC Dallas player, broadcaster Bobby Rhine dies at age 35
	Police seek suspect after home invasion rape at far northeast Dallas apartment
	Search resumes for two men who disappeared in Joe Pool Lake
	Astronauts' tracks, trash seen in new moon photos
	Man accused of threatening Google exec via Twitter
	Al Jazeera reporter not welcomed at Booker, Texas high school football game
	Al Jazeera takes on Texas town, and nobody wins
	World's first commercial spaceport 90% complete - next door in Southern NM
	Longview man dies during police chase
	Couple get prison for abuse that left child brain-dead
	30 drivers charged under new DWI law
	Burglar(s) take football equipment, electronics from Tuloso-Midway fieldhouse
	Pair arrested in $62 million fraud scheme
	President Obama T-shirt helps Corpus Christi police catch suspected robbery
	New plan aims to reduce bird, wind turbine conflicts from Corpus Christi to Canada
	Flour Bluff ISD may be featured in national news segment on Sept. 11
	Jasper's racial harmony falls to politics
	Midland judge's son among those arrested during Labor Day incidents
	Happy 75th, Buddy Holly!
	Tiger’s killing of mate surprising in Texas Zoo
	Plainview firemen not part of kidnapping investigation
	Dallas mom jailed from gluing her daughter’s hands to wall
	Texas man defrauded deaf investors
	Next trial of FLDS' Warren Jeffs pushed back
	09/02/11
	Fight over redistricting begins Tuesday with civil rights complaints
	Judges to fast-track Texas redistricting case
	Conservatives furious at federal court’s sonogram decision
	Neugebauer visits VA hospital, state home during Big Spring stop
	House panel chairman experiences rural veterans care first-hand in Big Spring
	Democrat Gallego wants Canseco's seat - Gallego is the perfect race-baiting liberal democrat.
	Election 2012: Campaign season jolted to early start
	Sen. Dan Patrick calls for 2-cent sales tax increase for education
	Texas Senate Race: A Strategy Primer
	Gov. Perry Names Schmidt Chair of Texas Racing Commission
	Gov. Perry Appoints Three to Governing Board of the Office of Violent Sex Offender Management
	Perry and Paul for President news and similar Perry takes lead over Obama in national poll Perry hopes polling surge spurs donors nationally Perry hoping poll surge will fuel his campaign finance machine Romney, Perry wage GOP fight over business records Perplexing and Persistent Focus on Rick Perry's Private Life Perry fans repurposing "Adios, Mofo" - these are great Perry's not for government intrusion, except when he is - typical of the Left. They always think conservatives hypocrites anytime the conservatives support gov't action. The Left is simply too ignorant to understand the issue of limited-gov't. They cannot understand the concept that conservatism, especially Republicanism, is not about no gov't but about gov't being limited to Constitutional limits. One can be completely against having any Federal involvement in education and but for huge education bureaucracies at a state-level and still be pure constitutionalist. Gov. Perry honors fallen Vietnam soldier with top medal State Rep. Wayne Christian Endorses Perry for President Perry's America may seem familiar to centenarians Rick Perry pushed bill that could benefit stem cell doctor's firm - so? If its a good bill why does it matter? How Rick Perry helps Michele Bachmann Mitt Romney Campaign Sees Florida Advantage In Rick Perry's Social Security Comments Romney’s Best Hope for Wounding Perry Rick Perry's book a treasure trove for foes Perry's social agenda is sometimes at odds with Texas business Pratt: Perry’s so-called off-the-cuff comments are good for America
	Migratory bird hunting report issued by Parks and Wildlife
	Group says it hacked Texas law enforcement site
	Texas Government Insider weekly edition
	Lubbock State Supported Living Center employee faces abuse charges
	Obama's & the D.C. Democrats' War on Texas: Rolling blackouts could spike in 2012

	Borderland issues: Mexico detains state cop in deadly casino arson Pilot not guilty on 1 count of lying about border drowning; mistrial declared on 3 counts Asian moth intercepted at Brownsville port Mexican police cross into US near El Paso
	Economy / Financial / Business Helicopter hog hunting law could help drought-ravaged Texas farms Rush to file condemnation cases in Jones County for power line DFW is nation's 4th most-populous metro area - & Houston the 4th largest city Court: Cemex may owe Texas $558M Oil down nearly 3 percent on jobs report No Cotton Means No Business for Local Co-Op Stores
	Higher Ed. / Colleges & Universities Tech alumnus, engineers develop new eco-friendly building material Tech AD Hocutt addresses A&M, Big 12 Conference expansion talks ACU unveils $21 million rec center today UT, A&M now at odds over reports of proposed joint TV network Deal will help UT Austin but hurt sportsmanship in Texas 2012 Cotton Bowl Sold Out Former Baylor Law Professor Calls On University To Change Policy On Gays UTSA microbiology professor named president of international medical society UTSA, Bud Light ink college football sponsorship Masked Rider No. 50 Finds True Calling at Texas Tech Panola College classrooms packed full as school reports record enrollment Tyler Junior College, Medical Area Stakeholders Plan For Growth
	Local government spending, budgeting, hiring, stupidity & etc.: FBI probes El Paso ISD computer breach Corpus Christi police consider new patrol district San Antonio relinquishes control of land to Von Ormy
	Wildfires Gov. Perry Urges Caution This Holiday Weekend as Wildfire Conditions Persist Texas Forest Service wildfire update Forest service battling 14 fires Possum Kingdom Fire Not Closing State Park This Weekend Rebuilding goes on as fire flares in Possum Kingdom Lake area Firefighters battle grass fire in Hitchcock Homes near Upshur Co. wood fire being evacuated Another fire burns over 100 acres in Grayson Co.
	John Wiley Price says FBI probe prevents him from filing finance report
	Arlington Police Settle After Officer Used A Taser On The Wrong Man
	Southern Utilities Employee Charged In Embezzlement Case
	DWI suspect arrested after driving through crime scene - a stripper?
	Pilot gets 50 years in death of brother
	White Supremacist Expected To Plea In Burning Of A Black Church in Crane
	Shuttle training craft piloted by the late Rick Husband heading to Amarillo
	Judge Sets New Trial For Clemens In April
	TSA debuts less intrusive body scanners at D/FW
	Craigslist seller robbed at gunpoint, then tracks thieves
	Mystery surrounds murder of Aldine ISD bus driver
	Aldine ISD athlete dies after fainting at football practice
	Spring Branch ISD bus flips into ditch after crash with Cadillac
	Suspect being prosecuted for hate crime in bus stop beating
	Tropical Storm Lee spinning in the Gulf
	Upshur County officials say man found dead in truck was suspect's husband
	Carrollton man gest 7 years, ordered to pay $1.9M for investment fraud
	Padre Island National Seashore to close park beaches to overnight camping
	Jeff Bezos' spaceship fails during test flight
	09/01/11
	Leppert emphasizes job-creating experience in Senate race - He is to appear on Pratt on Texas tomorrow.
	Rep. McCaul talks national security, potential run for Senate
	Congressman Reyes (D-El Paso) to have Dem Primary challenge from Beto O'Rourke
	Nueces County Democratic Party Chairwoman Harrison plans challenge Farenthold for TX27
	Gallego Will Challenge Canseco for Congressional Seat
	Former RPT Chairmen endorse Michael Williams for Congress (TX25)
	Legislature unlikely to interfere in Aggies' Big 12 departure
	Director John O'Brien to retire from Legislative Budget Board
	Lobbyist Corbin Van Arsdale raises $100K in day-one of candidacy for HD149 - hey, his peers know he'll play the game!
	Rep. Larry Taylor announces campaign for Texas Senate (CD25)
	Perry to give state's top medal to fallen Marine's family
	Gov. Perry Appoints Seven to Juvenile Justice Services and Facilities Transition Team
	Perry and Paul for President news and similar Perry is the latest iconic Texan Perry Declares Sky Is Blue, Media Shocked Perry's harsh words on Social Security give critics an opening Macomb Co. straw poll: Texas Gov. Rick Perry the favorite in GOP race Perry to Conservatives: My Past Will Not "Embarrass" You Perry and Clayton Williams at odds over creationism Bachmann Super PAC slams Perry's spending record - the Leg. does the spending. Perry has used the veto more than any modern governor. Perry fires back at pro-Bachmann super PAC Perry can’t exploit key weakness for Romney Perry defends 1993 letter to Clinton about health care reform Rick Perry’s donors fare well, Texas-style Perry’s rugged Texan image can send conflicting message Rick Perry's secret plan to save blue states from the red states - typical of the statists The Texas Debates: Rick Perry vs Tony Sanchez Abortion Ruling Won’t Stop Perry - did you know that Perry hates women? Why Rick Perry Should Like Alan Krueger, Obama's New Economic Chief Perry fundraising luncheon in Midland TSTA, Texas-NEA affiliate teachers union, leader blasts Perry on education Are Texas’ Schools Really that Bad? Perry caught in "Pants On Fire" criticism of Obama & Brazil oil Exclusive: Perry sought to sideline nuclear waste site critic Rick Perry's Role in the Education Culture Wars Ron Paul with his friend Alex Jones on Rick Perry being "the globalists choice"
	Texas population nears 26 million
	Texas Tuition Promise Fund Enrollment Opens Sept. 1
	Former TWIA head Jim Oliver sues windstorm agency for severance pay, damages
	TWIA – That was then, this is now
	Game warden clears up fishing license confusion
	'Pork choppers' go to work today as feral hog season opens
	Tough New Texas Cockfighting Law Now In Effect
	More than 4/5 of Texas now in worst drought stage
	Tow Trucks Added To "Slow Down or Move Over" Law
	Court ruling means strip club patrons may have to pay $5 fee
	DPS troopers out in force over Labor Day weekend
	Expansion of managed care for Medicaid patients coming to Rio Grande Valley. Will Texas see the expected $300 million savings?
	Ruling on Denbury Resources pipeline could have extensive reach
	Fake Facebookers beware: New law makes 'spoofing' a crime
	100 Most Congested Roadway Segments in Texas
	Governor Perry Proclaims September Hunger Action Month
	Financial Integrity Rating System of Texas school districts released

	Borderland issues: Valley's record year of drug seizures not slowing down
	Economy / Financial / Business Retail gasoline prices up penny in Texas Jones County Farmers Receive Hay Donation from Iowa Worst Drought in Texas History Ravages Crops, Livestock Boat-dock builder's business booming with low lake levels AT&T gearing up for rare antitrust fight with DOJ New CEO looks to strengthen Commercial Metals despite delayed construction recovery Looking for employees: El Paso is 1st stop in federal jobs pitch Michael Dell: PCs will remain a focus Austin apartments ‘best’ in Texas — but pricey AMR, SWA Among Safest Airlines in the World - odd rankings when you consider AA's major crashes and SW's none SWEPCO asks for 16% rate increase Double D requests to operate temporarily as El Chico Ranch
	Higher Ed. / Colleges & Universities Texas gets $1 million to help transform remedial math University of Texas: Grad rates among country's best at %53 - that's among the best? We truly need higher education reform! Legislature unlikely to interfere in Aggies' Big 12 departure A&M students contemplate joining new conference With Texas A&M gone, who fills Big 12’s basket? A&M gets $14.4M grant for BP spill research Tech English professor, research team develop new eye-tracking technology Greehey Family Foundation donates $1 million to Texas Lutheran Univ. Sul Ross to phase out low-producing programs Southern Association of Colleges and Schools team visiting Sul Ross Sul Ross welcoming new faculty and staff Baylor in New York students suffer setbacks due to Irene BGCT considers large cuts for Baylor University Center opens in Harlingen Rice recapturing millions of gallons of water Kilgore College sets non-credit courses at Longview facility UTSA students win Department of Defense scholarships Bruce Feldman Joins CBS Sports; Blasts Craig James and ESPN and Deloss Dodd’s Throws Blame on the Aggies Texas: Aggies Had Chance to Partner in Network
	Local government spending, budgeting, hiring, stupidity & etc.: Regional power agency says no to wind farm, continues search to replace Xcel in 2019 Parents, taxpayers can't see if Houston school contracts are awarded fairly because of Texas' ethics rules loopholes Wilmer leaders to tackle use of staples, paper clips Amarillo reduces water-use goal to 69 million daily gallons Brazos Animal Shelter Moves Out Remaining Animals From Old Facility Freeport PD fills slots with current employees Editorial: Parkland board right to remove CEO and can't stop there Del Rio school district raises taxes El Paso County Commissioners Court rejects homosexual / shack-up partner benefits Claim: Mayor's trip, survey help build El Paso's image Hacker's tap El Paso ISD computers, access Social Security numbers 2 Birdville students hack into school district's network NTTA tollway late fees increase Dallas police and FBI get ready for 9/11 anniversary League City hires full-time fire chief Galveston city councilman fired from Galveston Co. job Del Rio school district raises taxes Clint ISD issues raises for employees - oh those cuts were so deep! Fort Worth railroad intersection to be rebuilt Officials move forward with Upshur County Courthouse restoration project Milam Co. property tax dispute with Luminant could cost county millions Marlin councilwoman delinquent on property taxes Donna Offering Amnesty for Unpaid Tickets
	Wildfires Texas wildfire's new path helping firefighters; 160 homes threatened Wind-Driven Wildfire Still Threatening 160 Homes At Possum Kingdom Lives saved, homes lost in Palo Pinto County blaze Palo Pinto sheriff: Possum Kingdom wildfire 50 percent contained Five homes destroyed in Wise County wildfire Firefighters expect to contain Wise County fire by noon Wildfire At Addicks Reservoir Ignites Again Edwards Co. brush fire spreads to about 1,000 acres Brush fire near Round Rock scorches 30 acres Smith County Fire Contained Grassfire burns in Briscoe County near Caprock Canyons State Park
	State disbars Abilene attorney, who denies clients' claims
	Brazos Co. deputy constable charged with kidnapping
	Harris County deputy faces investigation for allegedly fondling woman
	Former Ennis High School teacher arrested for online solicitation of minors
	Appeals court to hear Texas terror-financing case
	Sex offender accused of exposing himself outside girl's home
	Gladewater police officers return to work after shooting; Kilgore police officers remain on leave
	Valley police officer shoots other in the foot
	Trial of Fort Hood bomb plot suspect could begin next month
	Mother Gets 10-Year Sentence In Death Of Her 7-Month-Old Baby
	Police say DFW airline worker stole from baggage
	New Mexico farmer to repay feds $18 million, owes Texas $7 million +
	Hay theft on the rise in Amarillo-area counties
	Heat contributes to Lake Grapevine kill, over 124,000 dead fish
	Brownsville firefighters to join 9/11 memorial ride
	Family robbed at gunpoint in their home
	Rain in Coastal Bend forecast through Labor Day weekend
	Traffic nightmare on LBJ to worsen soon, developers warn
	Top 3 ‘Most Congested Roadways’ In North Texas
	3 men in landscaping crew shot after fistfight at Dallas gas station
	Episcopal School attorneys seek to allow student’s former best friend to testify
	Former WFAA reporter Bert Lozano dead at 42
	Tire Shop Employee Shot During Burglary
	Shots fired in robbery at Conroe sex shop
	Judge dismisses charges against Houston mother accused of abandoning son
	Sinkhole swallows chunk of Galveston street
	Cigarette truck hijacker still evading capture
	Mineola daycare worker indicted
	New Gang in West Texas Called "Milwaukee Kings"
	Texas Man Indicted After Car Struck, Killed Police Officer
	Piece Of B-1 Bomber Apparently Falls Off Aircraft South of Abilene
	08/31/11
	Key parts of state's abortion law blocked by Federal Judge
	St. Rep Sid Miller: Bill Author Speaks to Tuesday’s Sonogram Bill Court Decision
	Perry, Dewhurst, Sen. Patrick Critical of Judge’s Sonogram Law Decision
	GOP ponders what to do if Perry, Dewhurst both win
	U.S. Senatorial Candidate Tom Leppert Talks Jobs Plan on KFYO - Leppert is set to appear on Pratt on Texas this Friday at 5:30pm
	U.S. Senate candidate Leppert talks jobs on stop in Abilene
	Doggett's appeal to Latinos rooted in his own history
	Sen. Hegar updates Victoria on most difficult legislative session of his career
	Texas State regent, Michael Truncale, to run for Congress in TX14 as a Republican
	State Rep. Four Price Named to Energy Leadership Role
	State Sen. José Rodríguez interviews with the Texas Tribune
	Legislature's Partial Property Protections
	Rep. Keffer launches on-line petition to press for Federal Balanced Budget Amendment
	Gov. Perry: New Laws Further Strengthen Texas’ Robust Economy
	Perry and Paul for President news and similar Perry remains GOP front-runner, Quinnipiac poll shows Perry leads in an older, Southern party Rick Perry has advantages in multiple early primary states Another swipe at Rick Perry from Obama cabinet - they appear frightened of Perry Perry set for a tea party Labor Day in South Carolina Sen. Inhofe on Perry endorsement: "He was the one" Presidential rivals respond to Rick Perry's surge Romney Steps Up Campaign as Perry Surges Mitt Romney camp not panicking over Rick Perry — yet Perry's 2001 remarks on study of joint health plan with Mexico get scrutiny - what the hell is wrong with "bi-national" health insurance as long as it is private? Rick Perry's money machine: Bundling up the bundlers Perry raises $600,000 in Fort Worth Perry raises money in Dallas, pledges change, economic recovery Rick Perry's Dallas party generates needed cash Fear and loathing on the young campaign trail: Rove and Atwater buddy movie Episcopal parish demonstrates sinful arrogance of knowing God's thoughts Gov. Rick Perry's Weird Science - mystified libs that everyone doesn't swallow Kool-Aid as fast as do they Critics of Perry-led higher ed reform in Texas warn Florida of ramifications Rick Perry Backs AT&T Merger Plan With T-Mobile The case for Perry at the debates Ron Paul blasts FEMA on Anderson Cooper 360
	Texans to vote on 10 constitutional propositions
	Hundreds of new Texas laws go into effect Thursday
	New Law Takes Effect for Property Tax Homestead Exemption Applications
	Texas (some) speed limits going up to 75 mph
	DPS to streamline driver's licensing with megacenters
	Heimlich-sign rules lifted for Texas restaurants
	Arizona voting rights lawsuit could impact Texas
	Dove hunting season underway, hunters are asked to be cautious
	State prepares to capture, move endangered Hill Country species if drought worsens
	Forget Irene: The Drought in Texas Is the Catastrophe That Could Really Hurt
	Texas historical records in danger because of poor preservation, task force warns
	More Obamacare money flows into, through state of Texas - it's our money they took away first you morons.
	Obama's & the D.C. Democrats' War on Texas: Texas EPA Czar Gives Special Treatment to non-Texas States

	Borderland issues: Man from Mexico hid illegal immigrants in Texas Sen. Cornyn Says More Resources Needed to Protect Border Matamoros travel warning ‘was credible’: Barkin Survey asks if El Paso should drop 'sister city' relationship with Juárez - not much of a "sibling" if you disown your sister when times get tough Is port security just smoke and mirrors? Mexican Peso sees biggest jump in 3 weeks
	Economy / Financial / Business Obama's D.O.J. to attempt to block AT&T's takeover of T-Mobile Historic Drought Will Impact Wheat Planted In Coming Weeks Forget Irene: The Drought in Texas Is the Catastrophe That Could Really Hurt Jerry Lackey: Drought continues to take toll on Texas cattlemen Drought slams West Texas cotton Drought hurting ginning business around Lubbock Back Porch of Texas outdoor concert venue project has comparisons, challenges EPA takes charge of hazardous waste site in North Lubbock Hale County's first windfarm on the horizon Despite high fuel costs, airlines are healthier today than 3 years ago Home prices still falling, but not in Austin Inaugural Austin F1 race date confirmed as Nov. 18, 2012
	Higher Ed. / Colleges & Universities A&M makes it official; Aggies intend to leave Big 12 Loftin: 'Best interest of Texas A&M' to join another athletic conference Burka on A&M's plans and UT's A&M sued over Stanford scam CBS and Fox Sports star SMU football McMurry Unveils New Mascot, Forced by NCAA Liberalism Tech researchers battle Hurricane Irene Texas Tech Library to be Open 24/5 ACC expanding in Hays County UT renting wet labs in Austin UT researchers get $7M to study Deepwater Horizon's ecological impact Baylor no longer ranked as homosexual unfriendly - why not?
	Local government spending, budgeting, hiring, stupidity & etc.: Lamesa City Council says no to proposed reliever route - finally a small town with sense. These routes kill the local retail business in town, then it moves to the highway, and leaves a dead town core. San Antonio to ask "couples" to prove commitment for homosexual partner benefits Ignoring commission adds controversy to San Antonio streetcar proposal Leon Valley to raise property, utility fees Northside ISD voters to pay more for property taxes River Walk study set to launch San Antonio to open city pools to fight heat wave SPCA says Smith County needs new animal shelter Hidalgo County to spend $385,000 to keep providing election equipment to cities Sullivan City PD sheds part-time cops Ruffled feathers over Urban Rail talk in Austin Kountze police chief heads to Lamar PD City of Gregory Receives $1 Million Grant Nueces County Commissioners Vote In Support Of Demolishing Old Courthouse NTTA Has A New Way of Collecting Fines Galveston County got an ‘F’ on smog Zapata Sheriff Denies 'Increased Pressure' Was Reason for Retirement
	Wildfires Texas Forest Service wildfire update PK wildfire destroys homes, resort facilities - fine photographs Possum Kingdom Burning Again, Three Injured & 20 Homes Destroyed Possum Kingdom fire follows random path Firefighters getting the upper hand in PK fire Two fires burn homes in Howard, Palo Pinto counties Several minor injuries in North Texas wildfire Rusk County grass fire threatened oil & gas wells Wildfire knocks out power to portions of Ft. Hood Wildfire In Walker County Fully Contained Brush Fire Forces Evacuations in Wise County Two-alarm brush fire under control in Southwest Travis County Firefighter suffers heat exhaustion battling grass fires along Addicks Reservoir Brush fire burns more than 600 acres in Edwards County
	Unsealed trial file suggests misconduct by Williamson County officials, lawyers claim
	Pratt: Internet-Porn charges deserve careful treatment
	Police Lieutenant Among Those Disciplined for Viewing Porn at City of Lubbock
	Former City of Lubbock employees accused of accessing porn at work named
	Former Austin daycare worker, substitute teacher arrested on child porn charge
	Jury deliberates pilot's fate in drowning case
	Ex-Booster Club Treasurer Charged With Theft Of Thousands
	Founder of 9/11 charity under scrutiny in Weslaco
	Corpus Christi firefighter to be honored with lifesaving award
	Porn in Dunn case not yet presented to grand jury
	Houston Rockets donate 100 a/c units for needy homes
	Guard shot with own gun, Dallas bank robbery suspect caught
	Area Lakes Give Up Secrets As Water Levels Drop

	Reward offered in New Braunfels convenience store shooting & robbery
	2 Fugitives Arrested At Same House - jailbirds of a feather...
	Dam burst floods roads, strands property owners near Wichita Falls
	Brownsville man jailed for sexual relationship with runaway teen
	Harlingen businessman gets 51 months in check-kiting scheme
	Upshure Co: burned body found inside pickup
	Ore City woman charged with murder after body found in Upshur County
	Teen accused of carrying gun inside gov't building found guilty
	Amtrak's Texas Eagle being rerouted due to freight derailment
	TCEQ Agent Calls Horse Situation in Presidio "Disgusting"
	"Legendary" Midland oilman Cy Wagner dies at 77
	4 juveniles arrested for Amarillo mailbox explosion
	Texas gang leader gets 20 years for racketeering
	AT&T contractor breaks Hays Co. pipeline 2nd day in a row
	Corps orders swimming ban at Lake Texoma
	Woman stabbed in driveway of Fort Worth home
	Suspects in Alvin home invasion escape after brief police chase
	Richmond man arrested, accused of sexually assaulting 8-year-old