Texas business owner seeking workers posts 'Now hiring non-stupid people' sign
A business owner in Texas posted a sign that read, “Now hiring non-stupid people.” He said he had become frustrated with some of the business' previous hires.
Elon Musk bringing Twitter to Texas? What’s next as billionaire dissolves board
Elon Musk could further expand his hub of operations and attract software developers in a key region by bringing a Twitter presence to the Lone Star state.
Texas AG Ken Paxton campaign ad blasts Dem opponent on Border Patrol comments, features widow of late officer
Incumbent Ken Paxton released a powerful campaign advertisement on Saturday across Texas telling the story of border agent, Freddie Vasquez, who died in the line of duty.
3Q earnings reports, GDP, bonds progress and more: Monday's 5 things to know
GDP report from Commerce Department Thursday is expected to show the U.S. economy grew 2.1% in the third quarter. Investors will also be looking out for home sales data this week.
Texas attorney general sues Google: 'I will continue to fight Big Tech'
Texas AG Ken Paxton has once again taken on tech giant Google in court under grounds of unlawful biometric data gathering without 'informed consent.'
NYU's 'Dr. Doom' says New Yorkers who moved to Florida, Texas, says states won't 'survive' climate change
NYU's "Dr. Doom" said New Yorkers who "stupidly" moved to states like Texas or Florida because of the impact climate change will have on the U.S.
Google sued by Texas attorney general over alleged biometric data violations
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton is suing Google, alleging the California-based tech giant violated a state identity law, his office announced Thursday.
Texas Pete hot sauce sued after consumer learns product is made in North Carolina
A California man claims that hot sauce maker Texas Pete is using false advertising to sell its sauce after he learned the product was made in Winston-Salem, North Carolina.
Homecoming mum makers find community to help their small businesses grow
Homecoming mums are all the rage this time of year. Meet Mums Inc. — an organization that brings mum makers across the world together to share tips and tricks.
Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg pitches electric vehicles to Texans
Pete Buttigieg pitched electric vehicles on Thursday in Texas, where an overtaxed power grid could pose problems for the transition from gas-powered cars.
Texas judge rules Charter Spectrum must pay $1.1 billion after cable customer was murdered
Charter Spectrum must pay about $1.1 billion to the estate and family members of an 83-year-old Texas woman who was murdered by a cable repairman in 2019.
Drought forces farmers to scale back and others to fold as economists warn of price hikes
As drought conditions ravage crops and land across the U.S., cattle production has been impacted. Economists warn this could lead to less beef in stores and higher prices.
Jeff Bezos' rocket company, Blue Origin, suffers first launch failure
Blue Origin, Jeff Bezos' rocket company, suffered a failure to launch on Monday, the first in the company's history. The rocket took off out of West Texas.
Texas tax revenue jumps by record 26% as inflation rages
Texas collected $77.2 billion in taxes in the fiscal year through August, according to new state data, thanks in part to economic growth and scorching-hot inflation.
E-cigarette manufacturer Juul to pay $438.5M to settle states' investigation into marketing, sales practices
Juul Labs will have to pay at least $438.5 million as part of a settlement with 34 states and territories, ending a two-year investigation into their marketing practices.
Houston store owner goes viral after confronting suspected shoplifter on public bus
Erotic Cabaret owner Sophia Romo shares how she learned of the suspected shoplifter and how she tracked her down on a public bus on 'Mornings with Maria.'
Texas names 10 companies as boycotters of state's energy industry
Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar on Wednesday announced the names of several financial firms he deems hostile to the state's fossil fuel industry.
Musk floats possibility of hyperloop tunnel between Austin, San Antonio
Tesla CEO Elon Musk posted a Twitter thread on Monday that floated the possibility of a hyperloop tunnel connecting the Texas cities of Austin and San Antonio.
Texas demands documents from BlackRock, other financial service firms in ESG probe
A Texas state Senate committee has requested documents from investment giant BlackRock and other financial services firms in a probe into ESG practices.
McDonald's workers praised for rescuing man from fiery car wreck
Four McDonald's employees in Joshua, Texas, rescued a driver who fell asleep and crashed near their restaurant. The car flipped and burst into flames.