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Port Laredo Records $353.94 Billion in 2025 Trade

Port of Entry Posts $14.94 Billion Increase Year Over Year as Laredo Remains the Western Hemisphere's Leading Land Port

Texas Refineries Eye Venezuelan Oil as Mexico Exports Decline

U.S. Gulf Coast refiners look to replace lost Mexican heavy crude with Venezuelan oil as sanctions ease.

Houston's Middle-Class Income Range Lowest Among Major Texas Cities

New study finds Houston's middle-class income threshold starts at $42,907, lower than Austin, Dallas, and other fast-growing Texas metros.

Texas Dairy Producers Offset Lower Milk Prices with Higher Calf Prices

AgriLife estimates dairy industry will rely more on beef-on-dairy calf sales as milk prices decline.

Historic Lubbock Feedlot Closing After 70 Years

Economic and regulatory challenges force the shutdown of major cattle operation

5 More Affordable States for West Coasters to Grow Wealth

Escape the high costs of living on the West Coast by moving to these budget-friendly states.

Bastrop Weighs Regional Economic Collaboration

City leaders discuss potential benefits and challenges of partnering with neighboring communities.

Home Sellers Over 70 Accept Lower Prices in Buyer's Market

Research shows older homeowners tend to receive around 5% less than younger sellers, as housing market shifts toward buyers

Rent Rises Slightly in Beaumont-Port Arthur Metro

Local rents remain well below national median, data shows

Texas Beef Prices Rise for Producers and Consumers

Tight cattle supplies and a slow herd rebuild signal higher beef prices ahead