Cities eye property-tax hikes, spending cuts amid yawning budget gaps.
Author: Texas Tribune
A tribal nonprofit and an outdoor recreation company on Friday asked a federal judge to block border wall-related construction in Big Bend National Park, arguing that the project is contrary to U.S. law and threatens constitutionally protected religious freedoms.
Even state officials say they need more transparency from the industry.
Customs and Border Protection and contractor ordered to stop trespassing, damaging area.
FEMA has yet to help local governments or individuals, while volunteer response lags compared to last year’s flood.
Trump administration has not disclosed how much revenue has been generated or how those funds are being used.
Texas Tribune: Swift-moving floodwater destroyed or heavily damaged 135 homes in Kerr County, Gov. Greg Abbott said Monday from Kerrville after taking a helicopter survey of affected areas and receiving a briefing by state and area officials.