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Commissioners approve $2.8 billion Bexar County budget highlighted by flood preparation upgrades, more deputy constables

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In finalizing the budget, county officials were able to avoid raising property taxes. SAN ANTONIO — The Bexar County Commissioners Court on Tuesday approved next year’s budget, a $2.8 billion plan that accounts for upgraded flood prevention infrastructure, enhancements to various law enforcement initiatives and the ability for county animal control personnel to better respond … Read more

Video of clash over gender-identity content in Texas A&M children’s lit class leads to removals

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After the video fueled outrage, two college leaders were removed from their administrative roles. TEXAS, USA — This article was originally published by our content partners at the Texas Tribune. Read the original article here. Facing growing political pressure, Texas A&M University President Mark A. Welsh III announced Monday evening that the dean and department … Read more

Arrest made following attacks on women at northwest Houston park two days in a row

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Two women were nearly assaulted at Shepherd Park in northwest Houston on consecutive days at the end of August. HOUSTON — A juvenile suspect believed to be responsible for attacks on women at a northwest Houston park has been arrested, Precinct 1 Constable Alan Rosen announced Tuesday. The Houston Police Department made the arrest in cooperation … Read more

Houston mother identified decades after remains found in wooded area

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A Harris County Jane Doe case from 1992 has been identified as 29-year-old Joann Zamora. Her homicide remains under investigation. HOUSTON — More than three decades after her remains were found in a wooded area, A Harris County Jane Doe from 1992 has been identified thanks to a non-profit that does investigative genealogy work. The … Read more

San Antonio-based business launches colorful rimming salt flavor ahead of Hispanic Heritage Month

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Twang has launched its red, white and green Fiesta Lime Rimming Salt ahead of Hispanic Heritage Month. SAN ANTONIO — A San Antonio-based family-owned business known for elevating drinks and snacks with bold, South Texas-inspired tastes has announced a new colorful drink rimmer with a festive twist. Twang has launched its Fiesta Lime Rimming Salt, … Read more

San Antonio company launches colorful rimming salt flavor commemorating Hispanic Heritage Month

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Twang has launched a red, white and green Fiesta Lime Rimming Salt ahead of Hispanic Heritage Month. SAN ANTONIO — A San Antonio family-owned business known for elevating drinks and snacks with bold, South Texas-inspired tastes has announced a new colorful drink rimmer with a festive twist. Twang has launched its Fiesta Lime Rimming Salt, … Read more

‘Great for our industry’ | CBD shop owner welcomes potential executive order mandating age requirement to buy and sell THC products

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Mary Jane’s CBD Dispensary is among the many retailers statewide that already has policies in place that require customers to be 21 to enter the store. SAN ANTONIO — The evolving hemp industry in Texas could soon face new regulations, including the implementation of an age requirement for the sale and purchase of THC-infused products.  … Read more