Business
September 6, 2017
How H-E-B Took Care of its Communities During Harvey
The supermarket chain that takes care of Texans.
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Sports
September 1, 2017
“Friday Night Writes”: Meeting the Dillon Panthers
The Dillon Panthers are back (for us, anyway).
Energy
September 1, 2017
This Week In Texas Energy: All Harvey, All The Time
Refinery capacity, oil reserves, and the mythical fuel shortages.
Border & Immigration
August 31, 2017
As Senate Bill 4 Is Halted, Opponents of the Sanctuary City Law Celebrate
The law’s long legal journey is likely still beginning, but the sanctuary city law's opponents can mark this one down as a win.
The Daily Post
August 30, 2017
Mourning For Port Aransas, a Town Beloved By Texans Across the State
The mayor described the damage as "a 100% loss," and says that every structure on the island has been affected.
Sports
August 29, 2017
The Rangers, the Astros, and the Business of Baseball
The teams couldn’t come to an agreement about how to relocate the series after Harvey, and there's been serious backlash.
The Daily Post
August 27, 2017
Here Are Ways You Can Help People During Hurricane Harvey
As our hearts break for Houston, the Gulf Coast, and other affected areas, here are ways to contribute.
Business
August 25, 2017
Where Are The Best Tippers In Texas?
According to Square, San Antonio has more of ’em than Houston, Dallas, or Austin.
Energy
August 24, 2017
Exxon Says a Harvard-Backed, Peer-Reviewed Study of Its Own Internal Communications About Climate Change Is “Preposterous”
The current debate is getting downright silly.
Sports
August 23, 2017
The Dallas Cowboys’ Comeback
The most exciting Cowboys team in a generation was built, not bought—and that has made all the difference.
The Daily Post
August 23, 2017
A Houston Area Kindergartener Was Rejected From His School For Having Long Hair
The four-year-old was told not to return until he gets a haircut.
The Daily Post
August 21, 2017
Bumble And OkCupid Are Banning White Supremacists
Texas-affiliated dating apps spoke out against white supremacists by barring them from their services.
The Daily Post
August 17, 2017
The Agony and the Ecstasy of the State Fair Food Finalists
The grim traveler sampled the offerings with a heavy heart.
Sports
August 14, 2017
Here’s What You Should Know About The Ezekiel Elliott Suspension
The Cowboys’ leading rusher may miss the first six games of the year.
Energy
August 11, 2017
This Week in Texas Energy: New Concerns About Grid Reliability
Plus: Rick Perry’s investment in batteries, NRG layoffs, and an interactive map of wind farms.
The Daily Post
August 8, 2017
These are the Deadliest Highways in Texas
There are 77 stretches of highway in Texas with more than one fatality per square mile in a three-year period.
The Daily Post
August 7, 2017
Matthew McConaughey’s Just Keep Livin Foundation is Selling Limited Edition T-Shirts
The shirts are intended to raise awareness. For what? Livin.
Energy
August 2, 2017
Why Texas Uses More Energy Than Any Other State
More than 10 percent of the nation’s energy is consumed in Texas.
Music
August 2, 2017
Pulling the Plug on Chulita Vinyl Club
The group’s DJs say they were told, ”This hotel does not play Latin music” at a new Austin venue.
Music
July 31, 2017
AMC’s Love Affair With Texas Continues With ‘The Rap Yearbook’
Houston writer Shea Serrano's ’Rap Yearbook’ gets the docu-series treatment, produced by The Roots and Academy Award-winning documentarian Alex Gibney.
Energy
July 27, 2017
The Number Of Oil Spills in Texas Dropped 26 Percent in 2016
The number of spills in 2016 was the lowest Texas had seen since 2012.
Books
July 27, 2017
An Ode to Half Price Books
As the Dallas chain celebrates its sapphire anniversary, a personal look at what the secondhand book store means to people.
Business
July 27, 2017
Lidl and Aldi Want to be Your New Supermarket
The two German stores are looking to supplant HEB and Whole Foods in your heart.
Sports
July 27, 2017
Would You Eat Pizza Baked Inside Of A Giant Dallas Cowboys Helmet?
Of course you would. The question is, would you eat more of it?
The Daily Post
July 26, 2017
The Cities Climbing On The FBI’s List Of The Most Dangerous Cities in Texas Aren’t Where You Might Think
West Texas is on the rise, while Austin is the safest city in the state.
The Daily Post
July 25, 2017
The Last Orca to be Born in Captivity at SeaWorld Has Died
Three-month-old Kyara died on Monday.
Film & TV
July 24, 2017
The Trailer For ‘Ready Player One’ Is Finally Here
Steven Spielberg’s return to action blockbuster turf, based on the beloved smash novel by Austin’s Ernest Cline, starring 20-year-old Texas native Tye Sheridan in his biggest role to date, gave the world its first look at San Diego Comic Con.
Energy
July 20, 2017
Oil Theft is Increasing in West Texas
Marfa Public Radio reports on the down side of the boom.
The Daily Post
July 12, 2017
How Big Is Texas Compared With Other Landmasses?
As anybody who's ever made the twelve-hour drive from Beaumont to El Paso can tell you: Texas is big.
The Daily Post
July 12, 2017
IAH Now Has Turn-By-Turn Directions for People Walking Around The Airport
As if people in airports needed more reason to stare at their phones.
BBQ
July 10, 2017
Stubb’s vs. Stubb’s
The BBQ sauce brand owned by McCormick will retain the name Stubb’s, while the restaurant and live music venue in Austin will not.
Business
July 6, 2017
United’s Latest Customer Service Disaster
The rough stretch for the airline that took over Houston-based Continental continues.
The Daily Post
July 6, 2017
The Struggles of The Fastest Highway in America
SH 130, with its 85 MPH speed limit, may finally be working—but it took the long way to get there.
The Daily Post
June 29, 2017
The Commerce Police Chief Who Arrested Miss Black Texas has Resigned
The Commerce ISD trustee who started the confrontation resigned as well.
The Daily Post
June 29, 2017
No, Y’all, Whataburger Isn’t Closing Down
#FakeNews, indeed.
Sports
June 28, 2017
An Open Letter to Taco Charlton, Texas’s New Taco Ambassador
We've got some bueno taco suggestions for the Cowboys' new defensive end.
Sports
June 26, 2017
Jordan Spieth’s Slump Is Officially Over
After a weekend that saw him become only the second golfer to win ten or more tournaments before the age of 24, let’s can the doom and gloom.
Energy
June 23, 2017
What Will Rick Perry’s Delayed Energy Grid Study Say?
The current energy secretary was a big proponent of wind power as governor of Texas. The signs now point to a change of heart.
Critters
June 21, 2017
Leaving A Dog in a Hot Car Can Get You in Trouble
A Manor man who left his puppy in the car in a Walmart parking lot is facing Class A misdemeanor charges.
Sports
June 21, 2017
Jerry Jones Met With The Pope
The pontiff did not weigh in on if Dez caught the ball during the 2015 playoff game against the Green Bay Packers (but come on, it was a catch).
Politics & Policy
June 18, 2017
The Alex Jones Show
How Alex Jones's custody trial turned into a case about his credibility.
Energy
June 16, 2017
Gas Prices Are at a Twelve-Year Low Throughout Texas, But Don’t Count on it to Last
Start your summer vacations early, if you can.
Business
June 16, 2017
Amazon is Buying Whole Foods for $13.7 Billion
”Alexa, buy a massive international supermarket chain.”
The Daily Post
June 15, 2017
Gene Simmons Wants to Trademark a Familiar-Looking Hand Gesture
He just wants to rock and roll all night, and hook ’em every day.
Film & TV
June 15, 2017
Showtime at the Alamo
In a dark, uncertain time for the film industry, one man decided he’d had enough. His name is Tim League. His creation is the Alamo Drafthouse. And together, they’re on a mission to make moviegoing fun again.
Business
June 15, 2017
American Airlines’ New Planes Will Only be Slightly More Cramped Than Their Current Planes
Yay?
The Daily Post
June 13, 2017
A Waco Couple Got Engaged Via an Elaborate Flash Mob Proposal
If the age of the flash mob proposal is upon us once more, we’re kinda here for it.
Sports
June 8, 2017
The Fall of J.J. Watt?
The NFL Network’s list of the top 100 players in the league ranks the Houston hero a lot lower than he was a year ago.
Business
June 7, 2017
Two U.S. Senators Urged SXSW to Move Out of Texas to Protest SB 4
The festival—which has had its own issues around immigration this year—declined.
Music
June 6, 2017
Watch Willie Nelson And Merle Haggard in The Studio in All-New Footage
The exclusive clip comes from PBS’s 'The American Epic Sessions,' which premieres tonight.