More than three weeks into the federal government shutdown, the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) could be the next major program to run out of funding. If

AUSTIN, Texas — Millions of Texas families could lose access to crucial federal assistance. The state's Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) said if the government shutdown goes past Oct. 27, it will have to cut Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits for November.

A pilot program to help with flood insurance will soon be available to Austin homeowners. All they have to do is apply for that assistance and are encouraged to do so by Dec. 31, according to the city of Austin.

Texas combines low home prices with no state income tax, making it a great place to buy your first home. The state also offers programs that help new homebuyers overcome upfront costs and other financial hurdles. From down payment assistance to low ...

The fresh produce section of a Brookshire Brothers grocery store in Buffalo, Texas, on June 29, 2023. Credit: Joe Timmerman/The Texas Tribune Seven state employees have been fired for improperly accessing — and in some cases, stealing money from ...

DALLAS — Gov. Greg Abbott used his line-item veto power to eliminate $60 million in lawmaker-approved state funding for a federal food assistance program that advocates say could have fed more than 3.7 million Texas children. The program — known as ...