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Texas officials begin state investigation into July 4 flood disaster

Testimony will be heard from those in charge of managing rivers as well as emergency managers and first responders about the flash flooding that killed at least 135 people.

Associated Press News on MSN · 5h

Texas lawmakers begin review of catastrophic floods that killed at least 135

Texas lawmakers on Wednesday were set to begin reviewing the July 4 floods that killed at least 135 people, a disaster that put local officials under scrutiny over why residents along the Guadalupe River did not receive more warnings.

NPR · 1d

In the spotlight after floods, Texas lawmakers eye disaster plans amid FEMA uncertainty

The Legislature will look at proposals for emergency preparedness in a special session that was already planned over hemp laws. A bill to help build emergency systems failed in the spring.

Texas, Democrats and Republicans

NPR · 16h

Democrats must counter Texas' redistricting 'cheating,' says Rep. Ritchie Torres

Texas Republicans want to redraw the state's congressional districts to gain an advantage in next year's election. U.S. Rep. Ritchie Torres, D-N.Y., says Democrats must counter or become complicit.

The New York Times · 1d

Texas Republicans Look to Jam Democrats With Vote on Redistricting

By taking up new congressional maps pushed by President Trump first, Republicans hope to discourage Democrats from walking out of a special session before they vote on flood relief.

USA Today · 19h

Texas Democrats vow to use delay tactics to drag out GOP redistricting effort

With few options to prevent the Republican majority from passing a new congressional map, Democrats threatened to filibuster and even break quorum.

Trump, Texas Republicans and congressional districts

The Texas Tribune on MSN · 22h

Texas Republicans, including Gov. Abbott, were reluctant to redraw the state’s congressional maps. Then Trump got involved.

The governor eventually agreed to include redistricting on his special session agenda after discussing the matter with the president on a phone call.

Reuters on MSN · 17h

Despite risks, Texas Republicans launch Trump-backed effort to redraw congressional lines

Texas Republicans launched a high-risk, high-reward redrawing of the state's 38 congressional districts, a move championed by President Donald Trump to protect the party's narrow House majority in next year's midterm elections.

Associated Press · 1d

Texas Republicans aim to redraw congressional map at Trump’s urging

Texas Republicans are poised to redraw the state’s congressional map during a special session that starts Monday in Austin.

Texas Instruments, Analog chip and Falls

Reuters · 12h

Analog chipmaker Texas Instruments forecasts third-quarter revenue above estimates

Texas Instruments forecast third-quarter revenue above Wall Street estimates on Tuesday, signaling recovering demand for its analog chips even as U.S. tariff negotiations lead to macroeconomic uncertainty.

MarketWatch · 9h

Shares of Analog Chip Stocks Fall After Texas Instruments Reports Earnings

Texas Instruments paced a decline in the shares of analog chip makers after the company reported second-quarter results and third-quarter guidance. Shares of Texas Instruments slid 11% to $191.41 in after-hours trading on Tuesday.

Bloomberg on MSN · 12h

Texas Instruments Falls After Giving Disappointing Forecast

Texas Instruments Inc., a key chipmaker for producers of cars and factory equipment, declined in late trading after giving a revenue forecast that fell short of the most bullish estimates.

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North Texas teen turns heartfelt song into flood relief for Central Texas

Seventeen-year-old Charlotte March wrote a song about her love for summer camp, then turned it into a fundraiser for families ...

FEMA moved quickly to help Texas. These other states are still waiting.

At least six states and two Native American tribes are waiting for disaster aid, while hundreds of requests for critical ...

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Texas Instruments slumps as tariff uncertainty hits demand

Texas Instruments' quarterly profit forecast failed to impress investors as it pointed to weaker-than-expected demand for its ...

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Texas Senate committee advances new THC products ban during special legislative session

Just weeks after the governor vetoed a bill banning THC, state senators revived it in the special session, filing nearly ...

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Joe Rogan tells Texas Democrat he should run for president

On his podcast, Joe Rogan told Texas State Rep. James Talarico (D) that he should run for president. Rogan was an influential ...

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Texas flood recovery volunteers find dignity in helping victims

Janice Riley, Michelle Annette, and Lisa Aguillen reflect on volunteering with Kerrville flood victims, witnessing ...

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Fort Worth ISD passes cellphone policy as Texas law limits use during school hours

When the school year starts, in districts across the state, students won't be able to use cellphones or certain other ...