As the fall weather begins to cool, this is the perfect time to enjoy the outdoors of Texas. The state has an abundance of hiking options to choose from. Regions covered include the Panhandle Plains, prairies and lakes, Piney Woods, Gulf Coast, South Texas Plains, Hill Country, and Big Bend. What makes Texas hiking unique? What dangers and challenges should hikers be prepared for? And which hikes best capture the spirit of Texas?
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Wednesday and Sundays will be the most congested days for road travel, according to the DPS. -
The Rio Grande — the border river shared by the United States and Mexico is experiencing a severe water crisis demanding urgent attention. That’s according to a new study that calls for immediate investments in solutions. -
After the July 4 flash flood that hit upper Guadalupe River, how well did FEMA perform? Critics say the slow response cost lives. -
Two more Pacific cold fronts on the way to the Alamo City. -
Outspoken government scientists are increasingly hard to find in Washington. This episode tells how one high-profile epidemiologist withstood political pressure and intimidation throughout his career in his quest to protect public health. -
University of Michigan PhD candidate Vianey Rueda wrote about the ongoing water conflict between Mexico and the U.S. -
1 to 3 inches of rain possible, while isolated spots could receive 6 inches. -
Like many parts of Texas, San Antonio is seeing a surge in the number of data centers being built in the area. These are computer warehouses used for servers, crypto mining and AI. They require a lot of electric power and water to operate. District 6 council member Ric Galvan is calling for checking in on the exponential growth of data centers in the region. -
The tiny plastic beads have troubled environmentalists for years. Activists hope the governor will recognize the threat now that it’s looming over the state’s bottom line. -
A Pacific storm system is on its way to South Texas.
