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Texas Republicans press for local control over spread of AI data centers on first day of convention in Houston – Houston Public Media

June 12, 2026

Andrew Schneider/Houston Public Media Victor, the Republican Party of Texas’ mascot, at the George R. Brown Convention Center,…

Small cell nodes are typically installed on street lights or utility poles, enabling 5G wireless services. Dozens of Texas cities are challenging a law that lets wireless network providers install these nodes but caps the amount of money the companies have to pay cities to do so.

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Texas Supreme Court throws out lawsuit by cities arguing telecom companies get illegal discounts – Houston Public Media

June 5, 2026

Small cell nodes are typically installed on street lights or utility poles, enabling 5G wireless services. The Texas…

The Austin downtown skyline at sunrise, with the light reflecting off the water of Town Lake and the skyscrapers bordering it.

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Why the City of Austin Wants Voters to Hike Their Property Taxes

October 20, 2025

It’s a tough time to be an Austin property taxpayer. Nothing seems to make sense. Maybe you figured…