Scott Mason IV, a former deputy energy secretary for Oklahoma and member of the Cherokee nation, is the new administrator for the region that covers Texas and four neighboring states.

Harris County has sued a Crosby utility company which officials allege has a history of releasing wastewater into county ...

The East Texas Council of Governments(ETCOG) has awarded $81,429.64 to several local governments and agencies in order to reduce solid waste that ends up in landfills. The funds will help the awarded ...

The state flower of Texas is making an early debut along Big Bend's scenic River Road, according to a post from the Texas ...

University of Maryland researchers just concluded that hydraulic fracturing – the process of shaking oil and gas free from below – could endanger the health of nearby residents by ...

Aransas County Navigation District has objected to Rockport’s wastewater permit renewal, citing Clean Water Act violations, ...

HOUSTON COUNTY, Texas — Crockett Police discovered a large gas leak Friday evening near a convenience store on Loop 304. The gas flowed down a creek on Old Arbor Road, across the Fasttrack ...

The 89th legislative session has begun and Rockwall County has compiled a list of “must have” legislative priorities.

In a bid for cleaner air, Laredo collaborates with Texas Commission on Environmental Quality ahead of summer program launch.

The City of Burton continues working toward fully restoring water service to residents and businesses after an equipment failure early Thursday in the city’s water well. (courtesy Karen Buck) ...

Students in Burton ISD had an unexpected day off Thursday after the district was forced to cancel classes following the ...

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