What to know about the Texas Legislature’s special session that starts Monday

The Special Session features a sweeping 18-item agenda focusing on flood recovery efforts, property tax cuts, and more. AUSTIN, Texas — The Texas Legislature’s special session officially begins at noon on Monday, July 21. It features a sweeping 18-item agenda that includes flood recovery efforts, property tax cuts, the elimination of the STAAR tests, THC … Read more

Georgia teachers feel seen through free clothing and community support

The Teacher Closet, a grassroots initiative that’s gained traction thanks to a viral TikTok campaign, offers educators across the state free clothes. HAPEVILLE, Ga. — Georgia teachers are getting a little extra support before heading back into the classroom, and it comes in the form of fashion and fellowship. The Teacher Closet, a grassroots initiative … Read more

‘The big drop in the numbers was very surprising to us’ | Nonprofit calling for more transparency after missing numbers drop to 3 in Kerr County

Nina Brooks, president of Search & Support San Antonio, says after the announcement they will keep searching. KERR COUNTY, Texas — It’s news that many say was welcomed, but surprising. On Saturday evening, Kerr County officials announced the number of missing individuals was down from 97 to just three. Previously the number was 161. We … Read more

‘Very surprising to us’: Nonprofit calling for more transparency after missing-persons tally drops to 3 in Kerr County

Nina Brooks, president of Search & Support San Antonio, says after the announcement they will keep searching. KERR COUNTY, Texas — It’s news that many say was welcomed, but surprising. On Saturday evening, Kerr County officials announced the number of missing individuals was down from 97 to just three. Previously the number was 161. We … Read more