Covenant Health shares update on current talks with Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas.

LUBOK, Texas Covenant Health is currently in discussions with Texas Blue Cross Blue Shield regarding a new agreement that commenced in December 2024. On Thursday, Covenant Health released a statement about these ongoing negotiations, noting that the existing contract is set to expire on July 31, 2025. Covenant expressed concern that the insurance provider has […]
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas is not open to negotiating contract terms with Covenant Health, officials say.

Lubbock, Texas Patients that are the most vulnerable truly lie at the core of Covenant Health’s non-profit mission. Our ability to serve this community is significantly shaped by our partnerships with insurance companies. Since December 2024, we’ve been engaged in good faith negotiations with Texas Blue Cross Blue Shield for a new agreement. Through these […]
Texas Attorney General faces investigation over tax incentives and mortgage fraud

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton and his wife Angela have owned a $1.5 million home in a gated Dallas community for several years. They also have a couple of other properties, including one in Austin, which they showcased in 2015. However, there’s an issue. The mortgage paperwork they signed inaccurately labeled all three homes as […]
Is this Texas university monitoring ICE?

Texas A&M is currently under scrutiny following an internal email from Alan Sams, the university’s Provost and Executive Vice President. The email was titled “fix false information regarding immigration enforcement activities.” Sams addressed concerns related to universities and their interactions with immigration enforcement in the graduate student community. He emphasized that, as guardians of employee […]
Texas A&M shares details about Reveille X’s eye surgery and recovery plan

Texas A&M Mascot Reveil X Undergoes Surgery, Now on the Mend The much-loved Texas A&M mascot has recently undergone medical procedures to tackle some health concerns, according to university officials. Reveil X, affectionately known as “The First Lady of Aggieland,” had surgery to remove his right eye due to a glaucoma diagnosis. Mark A. Wales […]
Trump administration set to establish the largest immigration detention facility in Texas with a $1.2 billion contract.

The Trump administration is on track to launch Texas’ largest immigration detention facility, aided by a substantial $1.2 billion contract, as reported. Located at Fort Bliss Army Base in El Paso, the federal government will have the capacity to detain up to 5,000 unauthorized immigrants. This information was disclosed by Bloomberg. Contracting out the facility […]
Texas coach taken into custody following altercation at youth softball game

McAllen, Texas – A coach is facing consequences following an incident during a softball game in the Texas Youth Softball League. The event unfolded on a Saturday night, attracting parents who were there to support the players. During a play, a controversial call by the referee led to tensions rising. The referee, a woman, signaled […]
Monitor These Texas Instruments Price Points as Stock Drops Due to Poor Profit Forecast

Texas Instruments Faces Stock Decline On Wednesday, Texas Instruments saw a dip in its stock price following a less-than-optimistic profit projection for the current quarter. The well-known analog chip manufacturer, recognized for its calculators, has adopted a more cautious outlook compared to previous quarters, reflecting concerns shared during their recent earnings call. The automotive sector, […]
Texas flooding is unpredictable and unmanageable, according to the head of emergency management.

Flood Disaster in Texas Exceeds Capacity, Congress Told The recent flood disaster during the Independence Day weekend overwhelmed Texas’s emergency management capabilities, according to the state’s emergency management officer who spoke before Congress on Wednesday. Nim Kidd from Texas Emergency Management (TDEM) addressed the state committee focused on disaster preparedness, responding to months of scrutiny […]
Texas Instruments Drops as Outlook Raises Tariff Concerns

Texas Instruments Shares Drop Amid Cautious Outlook Texas Instruments, a prominent chip maker for automotive and industrial applications, saw its shares decline in early trading on Wednesday. The decline was driven by concerns that any recent surge in demand might not be sustainable. Although the company provided a third-quarter forecast that surpassed many estimates, the […]