Local lawmakers backing Governor Abbott’s plan to reform property taxes

Rep. Marc LaHood and Rep. Mark Dorazio, along with Rep. Carrie Isaac of New Braunfels, are among 25 Texas lawmakers who signed a letter supporting the plan. AUSTIN, Texas — Several local lawmakers are backing Governor Greg Abbott’s newly announced plan to overhaul Texas’ property tax system. The proposal was unveiled as part of Abbott’s … Read more

Authorities seek public’s help identifying woman killed in July crash near Calaveras

In an effort to learn her identity, a digital forensic imaging specialist created a picture of the woman. CALAVERAS, Texas — Authorities are asking for the public’s help in identifying a woman who was killed in a crash earlier this summer near Calaveras. According to the Texas Department of Public Safety, the crash happened around … Read more

‘I don’t sleep well.’ | One of the last customers at business hit by UPS plane speaks out

Grade A Recycling owner Sean Garber said after reading the NTSB’s latest report, he believes the crash was “avoidable.” LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Grade A Recycling was hit harder than any other business south of Louisville’s airport when UPS Flight 2976 crashed Nov. 4.  Three Grade A employees died, along with several more customers who were … Read more

Doctors say social connection can improve your health

Dr. Andrea Taylor is a clinical psychologist at UT Health, and she emphasizes that social connectedness is fundamental to well-being. HOUSTON — Social health is an often-overlooked component of overall wellness, but medical experts say spending time with others is just as important as physical and mental health care. Dr. Andrea Taylor is a clinical … Read more