For months, I have listened to the outcry regarding [ALPR] technology. I have seen the eyerolls, and I've even been met with 'Nazi rhetoric,' the dangerous claim that believing in accountability and community safety is somehow equivalent to totalitarianism. Comparing a neighbor's desire for a safe street to a dark chapter of history is a classic case of comparing apples to oranges; it is a distraction used to avoid the reality of the threats our town faces today.
Authorities in Texas have removed a Tesla Cybertruck from a lake after the driver intentionally drove into in an attempt to try the vehicle's wade mode. On Tuesday, the Grapevine police department announced the vehicle's recovery from Katie's Woods Park Boat Ramp, adding that the driver stated he intentionally drove into the lake to use the Cybertruck's wade mode' feature. Police said the vehicle became disabled and took on water, prompting the driver and passengers to abandon it before calling for help.
OSHA confirmed to TechCrunch that it is investigating the apparent accident, but did not confirm someone died. Representatives for the nearby Brownsville police and fire departments did not respond to requests for comment. SpaceX and the newly-incorporated City of Starbase did not respond to requests for comment. The circumstances of the worker's death are not immediately clear. OSHA told TechCrunch that it won't release more information until its investigation is complete, which could take months.
Dozens of wind projects in Texas are in limbo after the U.S. Department of Defense paused issuing routine federal permits citing national security concerns, a move that experts say expands the Trump administration's crusade against wind energy. According to data collected by the American Clean Power Association, 54 Texas wind projects are waiting for the department to review development plans to ensure that turbines don't interfere with military operations. It's part of a broader nationwide logjam that has ensnared 165 onshore wind projects, a figure first reported by the Financial Times.
Six people, including a teenager, were found dead inside a shipping container at a Texas rail yard near the U.S.-Mexico border, officials said. A seventh person who was found dead along train tracks in an area outside San Antonio is also believed to have been part of the same group in what is a suspected smuggling incident, authorities said.
Hut 8 signed a $9.8 billion lease for 352 MW of AI data center capacity at Beacon Point in Texas, marking the second major AI project after River Bend. The deal includes a potential $25.1 billion in contract value with three optional five-year renewal terms. Beacon Point now has 597 MW of contracted IT capacity, with the first phase expected to begin energization in Q1 2027.
The Supreme Court's decision to allow Texas' gerrymandered electoral maps for the 2026 midterms underscores the ongoing challenges in addressing gerrymandering and its impact on minority voting power.
The 5th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals ruled that Texas did not violate the First Amendment by exposing students to the state's chosen scripture all day, every day, gutting the constitutional separation of church and state in the process.
Texas emerged as the top retirement destination, claiming 12 of the 25 places. Seniors who prefer tranquility should consider Pharr, McAllen, and Mission, which enjoy year-round sunshine.
The Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission chose not to file charges against The Lodge but is holding onto the club's funds while the investigation continues. The TABC is no longer pursuing money laundering charges, but illegal gambling allegations are still under investigation.
US News & World Report evaluated 859 cities to rank the 250 best places to live, focusing on quality of life, value, desirability, job market, and net migration. Texas cities, particularly El Paso, Austin, and Fort Worth, excelled in this ranking, showcasing the state's appeal in urban living.
Dustin Burrows ordered a state legislative committee to look into the legal and economic options to add one or more contiguous counties of New Mexico to Texas. This proposal has sparked controversy and criticism from New Mexico officials.
"In 2026, there's certain individuals, certain people of our community that still feel unwelcome and unsafe. This strip represents a place where people can come from the LGBTQ community and our allies and come and celebrate, build community."
If you're a homeowner in the state of Texas, you have the joy of living without any state income tax, and this has become one of the most powerful selling points of the state. Whether you are a retiree, a remote worker, or anyone looking to keep more of what they earn, the Lone Star State has plenty of appeal.
The parasite, commonly called a New World Screwworm (NWS), lays hundreds of larvae in the wounds of animals and humans, which hatch within hours and consume their victim's tissue. These infestations can lead to deep, painful wounds that become infected and often result in death if left untreated. When screwworms became a major problem in the US, it cost the US $200 million - roughly $1.8 billion today - in livestock.
"They were just screaming, telling me to help them," Cheyenne Hangaman told The Associated Press. "And I watched all of them struggle, struggle to stay above the water. I watched all of them fight."
The world has been racing toward a more digital-first existence for some time now, and many believe we're actually most of the way there already. One of the key components of that existence is a digital financial system, but Bitcoin and cryptocurrencies have already shown us that the concept is certainly viable. Like it or not, the world is shifting in a more digitized direction, whether we like it or not.
