Texas activates nine state agencies to fight wildfires
Governor directs state Division of Emergency Management to activate agencies’ emergency-response resources to support firefighters
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John Cornyn announces run to lead Senate Republicans
Texas senator first to officially throw his hat into ring to succeed Mitch McConnell
New York port authority exploring middle-mile drone logistics
Multiyear feasibility study will evaluate how air vehicles can be used to deliver “middle-mile” packages
DOE to invest $45 million to find new ways to fight energy system hackers
Projects will come up with ways to strengthen the power grid, utilities, pipelines and renewable sources against cyberattacks
Hawaii lawmakers considering three wildfire mitigation bills
Measures would reduce fire risk, establish a relief fund and authorize bonds for wildfire-related costs and expenses
Alaska using new tool to mitigate avalanche risks: Drones
Experiment could serve as a blueprint for other states to find similar uses
Texas appoints members to AI advisory council
Seven-member board will study and monitor how the Lone Star State develops, uses and procures AI technology
Houston schools unveil blueprint for addressing operational issues
District identified key areas, including broken HR and transportation systems, wasteful spending and extreme overtime abuse
Austin to establish AI-use guidelines for city employees
Advisory committee comprised of digital privacy- and AI-focused academics, nonprofits and industry experts to help chart city’s way forward
Autonomous warning system to protect drivers from flooded creeks
System is part of city’s Floodplain Management Plan, designed to mitigate risk to people and property from flood hazards
