Apple to pay millions for its role in scheme to inflate E-book prices

March 8, 2016 AUSTIN — Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton today announced the U.S. Supreme Court denied Apple Inc.’s request for the Court to review a lower court decision, clearing the way for the distribution of $400 million to U.S. consumers who paid artificially-inflated prices for e-books. The lower court held Apple liable for conspiring with five major publishers to raise the prices of electronic books.

March 7, 2016 - (Center, Texas) – Thanks to a local business and state grants, the Center City Mini Park will undergo extensive expansion this year. Center Mayor David Chadwick and City Council approved the $1.1 million project in December 2015. Construction will begin in early 2016 and completion is scheduled for late summer of the same year.

March 7, 2016 - AUSTIN – The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) is urging drivers on Texas roadways to adhere to all traffic laws and use extra caution when driving during the weeks of Spring Break, when highway traffic can increase.
 
“Safe driving practices and complying with traffic laws help drivers avoid dangerous or life-threatening situations on Texas roads,” said DPS Director Steven McCraw. “DPS is encouraging individuals to always drive sober and distraction free in an effort to help keep travelers safe during the busy Spring Break travel season.”