Common Ground is Clear: Protect Youth, Preserve Access
Houston Rockets Partner with Europe’s Leading Hair Transplant Center, Vera Clinic
By The Vera Clinic Writer Team The Vera Clinic Writer Team brings expertise in medical tourism and innovative cosmetic procedures. Houston, TX – July 2025 In a partnership that bridges continents, the Houston Rockets have officially teamed up with Vera Clinic, one of Europe’s most recognized names in hair transplantation and regenerative medicine. The collaboration, […]
Texas Woman’s eyes institute focused on perimenopause
TWU’s Institute for Women’s Health considers expansion to Dallas and looks to build blueprint for care through female phases of life
The NIL Boom in Texas: How High School and College Athletes Are Cashing In
by Bradley Johnson In 2021, the NCAA forever changed the landscape of college athletics by allowing athletes to profit from their Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL). The move came in response to mounting legal and public pressure demanding that student-athletes receive compensation for the revenue they generate. While the NIL has been transformative at the […]
Bill would create fund to produce more Texas health professionals
Lawmakers are considering a bill that would incentivize some Texas universities to produce more graduates in the health professions – and the faculty who would teach them.
Investing in Water Resources is Essential for the Future of Texas
by Bryan Morris | Chair of El Paso Water’s Public Service Board Persistent, extreme drought is straining Texas’ surface water, including rivers and lakes. To meet the demands of a fast-growing population and a thriving economy, the state must pursue new and creative approaches to water management. As the 89th Legislature takes up this critical […]
TWU’s FAST Academy speeds prep for foster alumni
Nationally, fewer than 9% of students who have been in foster care will graduate from a higher education institution. But through an innovative program, Texas Woman’s University is working to change that.
In an Era of Uncertainty, Benefits Plan Sponsors Are Staying the Course—But with a Sharper Eye on Costs
By Steve Idoux | President and CEO of Lockton From our position as one of the nation’s largest benefits advisors—serving employers across Texas and beyond—we’re seeing a clear shift. Supporting employees and retaining talent remain essential priorities, but the way employers approach benefits decisions is evolving. In an environment marked by persistent inflation, rising healthcare […]
Protecting Public Health: Ban Synthetic THC in Texas
Synthetic THC products are flooding Texas, creating a medical crisis that threatens our youth and communities. These unregulated, addictive substances are linked to serious mental health issues and public safety risks. It’s time for lawmakers to pass SB 3 and protect Texans from this growing threat.
Energy Efficiency – The Solution Texas Can’t Afford to Ignore
Some Texas legislators push costly power projects while ignoring energy efficiency—the cheapest way to cut bills and boost the grid.

