President Trump participated in a somber dignified transfer ceremony at Dover Air Force Base in Delaware on Wednesday, honoring two members of the Iowa National Guard who tragically lost their lives in Syria over the weekend. The fallen guardsmen, Sgt. Edgar Brian Torres-Tovar, 25, from Des Moines, and Sgt. William Nathaniel Howard, 29, from Marshalltown,…
Subscribe to The Brief, the daily newsletter from The Texas Tribune that keeps readers informed about the most important news in Texas. To enhance accessibility, audio recordings are automated. The story has been crafted and refined by human writers. Feedback is welcomed as part of our AI policy. In a historic move, a Democrat will…
The state of Texas has taken a significant step forward by approving an increase in homestead exemptions for the surviving spouses of veterans whose deaths were linked to their military service. This change comes in light of a recent election where Texas voters supported Proposition 7, which aims to provide additional property tax relief for…
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announced on Tuesday that the suspects involved in the antisemitic terror attack at a Hanukkah gathering on Bondi Beach were motivated by ISIS ideology. This revelation came as authorities in India confirmed that the older suspect had origins in that country. Officials disclosed that the gunmen had recently returned from…
Texas homeowners who have suffered the loss of their residence due to fire will now be eligible for a reduction in their property taxes, provided they undertake the restoration of their home. The newly approved amendment enables these homeowners to apply for an adjusted tax bill for the year their property was destroyed. The amendment,…
Sign up for The Brief, a daily newsletter that keeps readers informed about the most important news in Texas. GLEN ROSE — This quaint North Texas community is famous for the dinosaur tracks preserved in the limestone along the Paluxy River, serving as a testament to the prehistoric creatures that roamed the area over 100…
Texas voters have approved a measure that will provide tax relief for senior and disabled homeowners, as Proposition 11 garners support. This significant change will enhance the homestead property tax exemption for school district taxes, raising it from $10,000 to $60,000 for individuals aged 65 and older or those with disabilities. Furthermore, should Proposition 13…
Nick Reiner will not be appearing in court today due to medical issues, as stated by his attorney Alan Jackson. The announcement was made outside a courthouse in Los Angeles. Jackson indicated that he was unaware of the specifics regarding his client’s medical condition, but confirmed that Nick Reiner is expected to remain absent from…
Sign up for The Brief, a daily newsletter that keeps readers informed about the most important Texas news. Sara was gearing up for a radio interview earlier this month to discuss her plans for opening an at-home child care center in Central Texas when she discovered that a new federal immigration directive left her unable…
Texas voters have approved a significant measure aimed at enhancing funding for the state’s education system. Proposition 1, which was on the ballot, successfully garnered the support of the electorate. The legislation, known as SJR 59, establishes two new funds specifically intended to bolster the Texas State Technical College System. These funds are set to…
