"It’s just overall a good habit to be cautious whenever you’re doing any outdoor activities that could cause a spark." ...

The legislative package was inspired by the state’s largest wildfire in history. The Smokehouse Creek fire scorched more than 1 million acres in the Panhandle and killed three people. A special House ...

COLLEGE STATION, Texas (KRHD) — During the 89 th Texas Legislative Session, state leaders set aside roughly $630 million in ...

Just-signed legislation gives Railroad Commission authority to inspect, require maintenance of oilfield utility poles.

Gov. Greg Abbott has until the end of the weekend to sign or veto bills passed during the 89th legislative session.

New Mexico's Homeland Security and Emergency Management requested the assistance following heavy rain and wildfires.

LUBBOCK — Texas lawmakers approved a series of bills this year that aim to better prepare Texas for wildfires and to mitigate their damage. The legislation includes a study on wildfire risk ...

Based in Odessa, Texas, the Odessa American was founded in 1940. Odessa American 700 N. Grant Ave., Suite 800 Odessa, TX 79761-4590 (432) 337-4661 ...

LUBBOCK — Texas lawmakers approved a series of bills this year that aim to better prepare Texas for wildfires and to mitigate their damage. The legislation includes a study on wildfire risk ...

LUBBOCK — Texas lawmakers approved a series of bills this year that aim to better prepare Texas for wildfires and to mitigate their damage. The legislation includes a study on wildfire risk ...