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Texas blues: A timeless tradition bridging past and present across Lone Star State

By Austin News | Jan 21, 2025

Texas blues, a genre deeply rooted in the Lone Star State, is more than just music; it embodies the spirit of Texas.

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Cornyn praises Trump's choice for new U.S. Border Patrol Chief

By Austin News | Jan 21, 2025

U.S. Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) addressed the Senate floor to extend his congratulations to President Trump and Vice President JD Vance.

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Senate committee examines Panama Canal's impact on U.S. trade

By Austin News | Jan 21, 2025

U.S. Senator Ted Cruz, Chairman of the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation, has announced a full committee hearing to discuss the Panama Canal's significance to U.S. trade and national security.

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Stefanik discusses global deterrence strategy at UN ambassador nomination hearing

By Austin News | Jan 21, 2025

January 21, 2025 WASHINGTON – During a Senate Foreign Relations Committee hearing, U.S. Senator John Cornyn engaged in a discussion with U.S. Representative Elise Stefanik regarding her nomination as U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations under the...

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Which former Austin News area high school standouts will be in action on Friday, Jan. 24?

By Austin News | Jan 21, 2025

These former Austin News area high school standouts will be in action on Friday, Jan. 24.

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Abbott congratulates Trump on inauguration as 47th president

By Austin News | Jan 20, 2025

Governor Greg Abbott extended his congratulations to Donald J. Trump, who was inaugurated as the 47th President of the United States on January 20, 2025.

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Senator Cruz comments on retirement of U.S. Border Patrol Chief Jason Owens

By Austin News | Jan 20, 2025

U.S. Senator Ted Cruz has expressed his appreciation for Jason Owens, the retiring Chief of the U.S. Border Patrol.

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Cruz introduces Student Empowerment Act aiming at expanding use of 529 plans

By Austin News | Jan 20, 2025

U.S. Senator Ted Cruz from Texas and Representative Kevin Hern of Oklahoma have introduced the Student Empowerment Act, a legislative proposal aimed at expanding the 529 College Savings Plans to support various educational settings including...

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Which former Austin News area high school standouts will be in action on Thursday, Jan. 23?

By Austin News | Jan 20, 2025

These former Austin News area high school standouts will be in action on Thursday, Jan. 23.

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Which former Austin News area high school standouts will be in action on Wednesday, Jan. 22?

By Austin News | Jan 19, 2025

These former Austin News area high school standouts will be in action on Wednesday, Jan. 22.

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Travis County home sales during week ending Jan. 11

By Austin News | Jan 18, 2025

There were 42 reported residential sales in Travis County in the week ending Jan. 11, according to BlockShopper.com.

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Austin News area weekly mass times

By Austin News | Jan 18, 2025

The following parishes in the Austin News coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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Which former Austin News area high school standouts will be in action on Tuesday, Jan. 21?

By Austin News | Jan 18, 2025

These former Austin News area high school standouts will be in action on Tuesday, Jan. 21.

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Cornyn urges investigation into Biden's student loan forgiveness plan

By Austin News | Jan 17, 2025

U.S. Senator John Cornyn has voiced concerns over the Biden administration's recent student loan forgiveness actions, urging the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) to investigate what he termed a "scam."

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Cornyn discusses Beaumont projects with Mayor West

By Austin News | Jan 17, 2025

U.S. Senator John Cornyn held a meeting with Beaumont Mayor Roy West to discuss various issues concerning the community.

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Cornyn discusses infrastructure needs with Sugar Land Mayor Zimmerman

By Austin News | Jan 17, 2025

U.S. Senator John Cornyn met with Sugar Land Mayor Joe Zimmerman to discuss the infrastructure needs of the city.

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Cruz and Arrington push back against Biden's offshore drilling restrictions

By Austin News | Jan 17, 2025

U.S. Senator Ted Cruz and Representative Jodey Arrington, both Republicans from Texas, have introduced legislation aimed at repealing an executive order by President Biden that bans energy exploration on over 625 million acres of offshore territory.

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Which former Austin News area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Monday, Jan. 20?

By Austin News | Jan 17, 2025

These former Austin News area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Monday, Jan. 20.

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Scott Turner introduced as HUD secretary nominee by Senator John Cornyn

By Austin News | Jan 16, 2025

U.S. Senator John Cornyn introduced Scott Turner, a nominee for the position of Secretary of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), at a confirmation hearing before the Senate Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs.

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Cruz introduces act addressing impacts of military vaccine mandates

By Austin News | Jan 16, 2025

U.S. Senator Ted Cruz has introduced the Allowing Military Exemptions, Recognizing Individual Concerns About New Shots (AMERICANS) Act of 2025.