Texas

Additional Info

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Texas is the second-largest U.S. state in both area and population, and the largest state in the contiguous United States. The name had wide usage among native Americans, meaning "friends" or "allies". Located in the South Central United States, Texas is bordered by Mexico to the south, New Mexico to the west, Oklahoma to the north, Arkansas to the northeast, and Louisiana to the east. Texas has an area of 268,820 square miles, and a growing population of 24.6 million residents. Houston is the largest city in Texas and the fourth-largest in the United States, while Dallas–Fort Worth and Houston are the 4th and 6th largest United States metropolitan areas. Other major cities include San Antonio, El Paso, and Austin—the state capital. Texas is nicknamed the Lone Star State to signify Texas as an independent republic and as a reminder of the state's struggle for independence from Mexico. The "Lone Star" can be found on the Texas State Flag and on the Texas State Seal today.

In the News

  • 3 questions, KU vs. Texas

    Topeka Capital Journal 4 hours, 24 minutes ago

    It will be interesting to see how Kansas reacts if things go bad early, because if things to bad early against Texas and the moping starts, ...

  • Texas senator stands firm, stalling others' plans

    Houston Chronicle 7 hours, 10 minutes ago

    Texas Attorney General Greg Abbott, who has had his eyes on the lieutenant governor's office, also must decide if he wants to run for re-election or wait ...

Videos

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Gov. Perry Backs Resolution Affirming Texas Sovereignty Under 10th Amendment - Part 2

Web Search Results

  • Texas - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

    Located in the South Central United States, Texas is bordered by Mexico to the south, New Mexico to the west, Oklahoma to the north, Arkansas to the ... en.wikipedia.org

  • TexasOnline: Official Portal of Texas

    The official eGovernment site of the state. Provides citizens and businesses access to state, county, and city government services, such as license ... www.texasonline.com

  • The University of Texas at Austin - Web Central

    A comprehensive university with a broad mission of undergraduate and graduate education, research, and service to society. Enrollment of over 48000. www.utexas.edu

  • TEXAS LONGHORNS Official Athletic Site

    TEXAS LONGHORNS Official Athletic Site, partner of CSTV Networks, Inc. The most comprehensive coverage of TEXAS LONGHORNS Athletics on the web. www.texassports.com