Water crisis in Hays County is severe, judge says

Hays County Judge Ruben Becerra is calling for a moratorium on high-volume industrial water usage. He says the water crisis is severe and getting worse with aquifer levels dropping to historic lows.

Hays County judge speaks on water crisis
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Hays County Judge Ruben Becerra is calling for a moratorium on high-volume industrial water usage. He says the water crisis is severe and getting worse with aquifer levels dropping to historic lows.

Water shortage becoming crisis in Hays County
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The Hays County Judge is expected to address Commissioners Court regarding the water shortage impacting the county. FOX 7 Austin's Jessica Rivera reports.

Trump administration revokes EPA's ability to regulate climate change

The Trump administration revoked the EPA’s 2009 endangerment finding, which has served as the legal foundation for regulating greenhouse gas emissions under the Clean Air Act.

Controversial weed killer dicamba approved for some GMO crops: What to know

The EPA has reapproved a controversial weed killer for use on two genetically modified crops. Environmentalists fear the chemical will drift and destroy nearby farms, as it has in the past.

Hays County leaders concerned over growing water emergency

Hays County leaders are sounding the alarm over what they call a growing water emergency. A proposed data center in San Marcos is adding fuel to the debate.

Hays County leaders concerned about worsening water levels
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Hays County leaders are sounding the alarm over what they call a growing water emergency. A proposed data center in San Marcos is adding fuel to the debate.

These Texas counties still require emissions testing

While Texas vehicle owners are no longer required to have a yearly inspection, some Texas counties still require emissions testing, and one more is joining the list.

Historic drought declaration imminent
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After nearly four years of drought, the aquifer that feeds Barton Springs and supplies drinking water to thousands is nearing historic lows.

MN Boundary Waters: US House revokes mining ban in Superior National Forest, vote moves to Senate

Lawmakers at the U.S. House of Representatives voted to lift a federal ban on mining in the Minnesota Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness, setting up another vote in the Republican-controlled Senate.

Austin-area recycling company picked to help address tungsten steel trade imbalance

An Austin recycling company has received a multi-million dollar federal grant to help increase the domestic supply of critical minerals. The idea is to reduce the need for things like tungsten steel that's made in other countries.

Texas students compete for $2,500 scholarships in environmental video contest

A statewide video contest by Take Care of Texas is now open for public voting, offering middle and high school students a chance to win college scholarships and camera gear for their environmental messages.

San Antonio river cleanup
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The City of San Antonio is cleaning out the river. They do this once every two years and part of the river is drained while they do this.

City of San Antonio cleans out river

The City of San Antonio is cleaning out the river. They do this once every two years and part of the river is drained while they do this.