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‘Kangaroo Circus’: Ted Cruz Lights Into Senate Dems, Upends Their Arguments During SCOTUS Ethics Hearing
There’s no question at this point that Congressional Democrats, the Biden White House, and their willing…
VICE on Ice as Barnacled Progressive Media Goes Down with Legacy Media’s Ship
VICE Media made its edgy progressive media bones by promoting stories about supposed political upstarts like…
Jennifer Granholm’s Pledge to Convert Defense Vehicles to Electric Is a Clear and Present Danger to National Security
In a hearing before the Senate Armed Service Committee last Wednesday, Biden’s Energy Secretary, Jennifer Granholm,…
As Sales Continue to Plunge, Bud Light Faces Displeasure on Both Sides of Its Controversy
It has been a full month now since the flashpoint of a marketing disaster took place…
Watch: Josh Hawley Gets Deb Haaland to Admit ‘Quiet Part out Loud’ During Energy Committee Hearing
With both Sens. Ted Cruz (Texas) and John Kennedy (La.) doing their respective parts to expose…
Hunter Biden’s Eye-Opening Excuse to Pay Less for His Child Involves Joe
Hunter Biden is just like his father — a pretty vile human being. Biden is in…
Woman who killed retired Converse PD assistant chief in DWI crash gets 10-year sentence in plea deal
SAN ANTONIO – A woman charged with the DWI crash that killed a retired Converse Police…
Local advocates push legislators to strengthen 988 suicide lifeline with more funding
SAN ANTONIO – A new bill would support the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline that was…
Recent rains causing big mess at Espada Park as trash builds along San Antonio River
SAN ANTONIO – A KSAT viewer recently shared images of piles of trash along the San…
Should water cremations be legal in Texas?
SAN ANTONIO – Sandi Joralemon recently lost her husband, and during the most difficult time for…
El Camino de San Antonio Missions Center opens for tourists, pilgrims from around the world
SAN ANTONIO – The Alamo City has a rich and unique history, from the world-famous Alamo…
Police union spends $1.8M fighting Prop A
San Antonio – With a wave of ubiquitous attack ads, the union representing San Antonio Police…
Steve Benesh elected State Bar of Texas president-elect
Texas lawyers have elected Steve Benesh of Austin as the next president-elect of the State Bar…
HB 5 House Committee Report
Relating to agreements authorizing a limitation on taxable value on certain property to provide for the…
HB 876 Engrossed
Relating to the purchase of a United States flag or Texas flag by a governmental agency.
HB 818 House Committee Report
Relating to the places a public employer may provide for employees to express breast milk.
HB 303 House Committee Report
Relating to a justice or municipal court's authority to order a defendant confined in jail for…
HB 158 Engrossed
Relating to the confidentiality of certain information held by the Texas Education Agency.
HB 82 House Committee Report
Relating to an interstate compact for border security, including building a border wall and sharing state…
HB 65 House Committee Report
Relating to the prosecution and punishment of certain criminal offenses committed in the course of or…
#UpIn60: North Texas DIY workshop lets visitors become marble artists
A local artist turned her passion into an activity for anyone to try. THE COLONY, Texas…
ABA Hispanic Commission on Hispanic Legal Rights and Responsibilities to host third annual Cinco de Música
The American Bar Association Hispanic Commission on Hispanic Legal Rights and Responsibilities will host the third…
HB 1193 Engrossed
Relating to prohibiting housing discrimination by a property owners' association against a residential tenant based on…
HB 1039 Engrossed
Relating to coverage of additional living expenses under a residential property insurance policy.
HB 108 Engrossed
Relating to privileged parking and the issuance of specialty license plates for certain classroom teachers and…
HB 59 Engrossed
Relating to child water safety requirements for certain organizations; authorizing disciplinary action, including an administrative penalty.
Commissioners hear workforce development plans, move forward on Leon Creek Trail
State workforce officials briefed county commissioners on Tuesday on their modified plans through 2024 to keep…
HB 1330 Engrossed
Relating to a grant program for public improvement projects for unincorporated communities in certain counties.
HB 755 Engrossed
Relating to prior authorization for prescription drug benefits related to the treatment of autoimmune diseases and…
HB 558 Engrossed
Relating to prohibiting certain limitations on the operation of certain organizations that benefit veterans during a…
Texas State Park calls venomous snake with attitude ‘Red Hot Cheeto’
This is not the Hot Cheetos I want. This is not the Hot Cheetos I want.
Explore Victoria Texas starts new campaign
VICTORIA, Texas- Explore Victoria Texas starts a new campaign Friday. VICTORIA, Texas- Explore Victoria Texas starts…
Shakey Graves, Paul Wall, Fat Tony, and more Texas artists collaborate on album supporting state parks
The sounds of Texas are as varied as Willie’s guitar and the cooing of a roadrunner.…
HB 796 Senate Committee Report
Relating to the creation and maintenance by an appraisal district of a publicly available Internet database…
Discover 6 Bees Found in Texas: Ranked by Most Painful Sting
In Texas, various bees can be found, each with its unique venomous sting that ranges in…
HR 1289 Introduced
Commemorating David Myers for his service to the office of State Representative Terry Meza.
HB 1799 House Committee Report
Relating to the authority of a property owners' association to regulate the street parking of certain…
Comfort home designed to preserve Texas Hill Country
New home build near the Guadalupe River was designed to look "like it just popped up…
Salata Inks Franchise Agreement in North Texas
Salata, the built-to-order salad kitchen that allows guests to customize and create meals that fit their…
HR 1422 Introduced
Congratulating Janie Martinez Gonzalez and Dr. Francine Sanders Romero on their election as chair and vice…
HB 1823 House Committee Report
Relating to certain documents or instruments purporting to convey real or personal property.
HB 223 House Committee Report
Relating to the ballot application requirements for the election of a precinct chair.
HB 1809 Senate Committee Report
Relating to the establishment of the commercial oyster mariculture advisory board.
HB 1565 Senate Committee Report
Relating to the functions of the Texas Water Development Board and continuation and functions of the…
Dairy MAX and Gaming Community Network Host Second Annual Madden NFL Tournament To Promote Nutrition and Healthy Lifestyles Among Texas Students
One Talented Madden 23 Student Champion Will Win the Opportunity to Live Like the Dallas Cowboys…
Musicians Go Wild on New Album Celebrating Texas State Parks
The first single, ‘(Hey Baby) Que Paso’ by Fat Tony and Paul Wall, comes out today…
Shouting ‘Mayday,’ Texas school leaders declare funding emergency
Education leaders across 60 different Texas locations, including Dallas, demanded more of the state’s surplus $32…
SNAP Benefits Texas: How much you get from this benefit?
The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) is a federal program that provides nutrition assistance to low-income…
Texas Folklife Youth Accordion Championships showcases 5 RGV musicians
AUSTIN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The championship round of the 17th annual statewide Big Squeeze Youth Accordion…
Where to Watch the 2024 Solar Eclipse in Texas
Get ready for astronomical magic, daytime darkness, and yes, probably a bit of traffic on April…
HB 2233 House Committee Report
Relating to required mental health awareness training for first responders.
HB 2094 House Committee Report
Relating to a court order for the exclusive occupancy of the primary residence by a spouse…
HB 2081 House Committee Report
Relating to the registration of vision support organizations; imposing a fee; requiring an occupational registration; providing…
HB 1529 House Committee Report
Relating to procedures in certain suits affecting the parent-child relationship filed by the Department of Family…
HB 1499 House Committee Report
Relating to the duties of court-appointed guardians ad litem, attorneys ad litem, and amicus attorneys in…
HB 1149 House Committee Report
Relating to parental consent for certain activities engaged in by a school district employee or contractor…
HB 1087 House Committee Report
Relating to the contents of a petition in certain suits affecting the parent-child relationship.
HB 1086 House Committee Report
Relating to policies and procedures regarding certain investigations by the Department of Family and Protective Services…
HB 891 House Committee Report
Relating to the use of expert testimony in certain suits affecting the parent-child relationship.
HB 886 House Committee Report
Relating to requirements to file a property owners' association assessment lien.
HB 120 House Committee Report
Relating to the terms and conditions of a standard possession order in a suit affecting the…
Colonias and the American Dream are one and the same for the residents
Despite significant progress to better living conditions in colonias over the last four decades, these settlements…
Governor Abbott Commemorates National Day Of Prayer At Governor’s Prayer Breakfast In Round Rock
Governor Greg Abbott today commemorated the National Day of Prayer at the Governor's Prayer Breakfast in…
Governor Abbott Celebrates May 2023 As Jewish American Heritage Month
Governor Greg Abbott today recognized the month of May 2023 as Jewish American Heritage Month to…
Governor Abbott Advises Chicago Mayor Call On President Biden To Address Migrant Crisis
Governor Greg Abbott today advised Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot to call on President Joe Biden to…
Governor Abbott Proclaims 2023 Small Business Week In Texas
Governor Greg Abbott today encouraged Texans across the state to recognize 2023 Small Business Week in…
Governor Abbott Appoints Hamby As 118th Judicial District Attorney
Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Joshua Hamby as District Attorney of the 118th Judicial District in…
HB 3639 House Committee Report
Relating to active shooter response training for peace officers, including school district peace officers and school…
HB 3503 House Committee Report
Relating to property owners' associations, including condominium owners' associations.
HB 3284 House Committee Report
Relating to weight limitations for certain natural gas or electric vehicles.
HB 3263 House Committee Report
Relating to the inclusion of firearm safety instruction in the required health curriculum for public school…
HB 3241 House Committee Report
Relating to the exemption of certain assets used for agricultural production from property taxes.
HB 2999 House Committee Report
Relating to the enforcement of county traffic rules in certain private subdivisions.
HB 2977 House Committee Report
Relating to the awarding of contracts by the Texas Department of Transportation for certain materials used…
HB 2884 House Committee Report
Relating to the regulation of private passenger vehicle rental companies.
HB 2867 House Committee Report
Relating to the date of dissolution of the Save Historic Muny District.
HB 2715 House Committee Report
Relating to a prohibition on following an individual and tracking or monitoring the individual's personal property…
HB 2397 House Committee Report
Relating to the eligibility of certain property to continue to qualify for an ad valorem tax…
HB 2302 House Committee Report
Relating to certain requirements for the operational component of a local workforce development board's local plan.
HB 2232 House Committee Report
Relating to county authority to cancel subdivisions in the extraterritorial jurisdiction of a municipality.
HB 1803 House Committee Report
Relating to the eligibility of certain individuals to purchase Medicare supplement benefit plans.
HB 1723 House Committee Report
Relating to requiring the Department of Information Resources to conduct a study concerning the cybersecurity of…
HB 1678 House Committee Report
Relating to a local remote learning program offered by a public school for certain students at…
HB 1614 House Committee Report
Relating to a grant program to provide free public school prekindergarten programs to certain children who…
HB 1205 House Committee Report
Relating to the applicability of a county fire code and the authority of a county fire…
HB 1105 House Committee Report
Relating to the administration of a medication and the ordering and administration of an immunization or…
HB 287 House Committee Report
Relating to payment of the replacement cost of lost or damaged property under a homeowner's, renter's,…
Prison Journalist Shows Why We Need a Free Press—Even Behind Bars
In a postscript at the end of the letter, a request. Jason Walker writes his mom’s…
Diane Wilson on Fighting Plastic Pollution, Losing Everything, and Gaining Her Soul
For three decades, Diane Wilson, a fourth-generation shrimper from Seadrift, has been trying to hold Formosa…
Loon Star State: Republican Education
Ben Sargent for the Texas Observer To see more political cartoons from Ben Sargent, visit our Loon…
Goodbye to a Neighborhood
In the small Gulf Coast city of Freeport, a pretty mint-green house stands alone in a…