Texas senator’s DWI charge dismissed, attorneys say

AUSTIN (KXAN) — The Travis County attorney’s office confirmed Tuesday it’s dismissing a driving while intoxicated…

Texas is the worst state to live and work, according to CNBC analysis

AUSTIN (KXAN) — Texas tops a list of worst places to live and work, according to…

Texas trooper letter describes women, children injured at border

The trooper’s email raises concerns about heavy-handed tactics used to keep migrants from crossing the US-Mexico…

Texas ‘not going to stop migration’ with alleged border tactics, immigration advocate says

In the wake of a Houston Chronicle report describing so-called “inhumane” treatment of migrant families, state…

Group supporting impeached AG gives presiding officer $3 million ahead of trial

Campaign records published Tuesday show the group also gave a $1 million donation and a $2…

Texas inmates without air conditioning during record high temps, advocates say

Advocates say nine Texas prison inmates have died of heart attacks so far this summer while…

After a Botched Hiring at Texas A&M, a Prominent Journalist Has Chosen to Stay Where She Is

The university’s deal with Kathleen McElroy fell through after critics complained about her DEI work.  

Operation Lone Star Statement on Orders Addressing Illegal Crossings

All personnel assigned to Operation Lone Star are prepared to detect and respond to any individuals…

Florida aided Texas’ border security initiative under scrutiny for ‘inhumane’ actions

Gov. Ron DeSantis has spent millions of dollars this year to support Texas in deterring migrants…

Border Patrol fails to assess medical needs for children with preexisting conditions, report says

A report says Border Patrol does not have a protocol in place for assessing the medical…

Texas trooper’s accounts of bloodied and drowning migrants on U.S.-Mexico border unleashes criticism

Nicholas Wingate sent an email this month giving accounts of migrants that were left bloodied from…

See email, photos that prompted investigation into alleged mistreatment of migrants at Texas border

KSAT has obtained emails and photos that show injuries sustained by migrants.  

Suspended Attorney General Ken Paxton raises $1.7 million after being impeached

Impeached Republican Attorney General Ken Paxton has raised more than $1.7 million since he’s been suspended…

Helping Local Youth & Teens Learn

The support that we receive each year from Ross is vital for the success of our…

FYI: News and happenings in Bastrop

Briefs from Bastrop and Bastrop County  

Leadership Edinburg Class XXXV Application Deadline, August 18th

The program’s commitment to excellence has consistently contributed to the growth and improvement of highly motivated…

Texas trooper’s accounts of bloodied and fainting migrants on US-Mexico border unleashes criticism

The White House is criticizing Texas’ operation to stop migrants along the U.S. border with Mexico…

Senator Juan “Chuy” Hinojosa Announces His Run for Re-Election

Throughout his legislative service, Senator Hinojosa has been dedicated to improving the lives of the people…

Texas border officials accused of inhumane treatment of migrants

 

Protecting Laredo Residents from Ethylene Oxide Gas Emissions

The EPA’s proposed rule, if implemented, will reduce ethylene oxide emissions from commercial sterilizers by 80 percent.…

Resolving the Years-Long Multistate Dispute Over the Rio Grande

Much of the dispute was focused on a stretch of the river between Elephant Butte Reservoir…

DeSantis becomes first major party candidate to enter South Carolina’s 2024 presidential primary

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis filed paperwork on Tuesday for South Carolina’s 2024 presidential primary.  

Other voices: Texas needs to advocate for more foreign workers

The Dallas Morning News  

Texas A&M interim dean resigns after ‘DEI’ hysteria led to botched journalism hire

Texas A&M interim dean resigns after botched hiring Kathleen O. McElroy as journalism director  

Texas Governor Stumbles Over Garth Brooks and Bud Light Scandal

Taking on so-called woke companies like Target, Disney, and Anheuser-Busch has become part of the conservative…

Brownsville Animal Regulation Care Needs Your Help

“We are calling on residents from across the Rio Grande Valley to consider adopting a pet from our shelter this week,” said Dr. Antonio Caldwell, Deputy Director of BARCC.  

South Texas Leaders Assemble to Address Economic Prosperity and Community Development

The keynote speakers, each a leader in fields such as media, economic development, emerging technology, and…

‘From border security to sadism:’ Report claims Texas DPS told to push migrants into Rio Grande

Emails from the Texas Department of Public Safety alleged state troopers witnessed several incidents of abuse…

Playbook PM: Trump news dominates DeSantis’ big day

And a U.S. soldier is detained in North Korea. /quality/90/?url=https://static.politico.com/b3/f7/cf30a68b402fbe1df0eea15746a0/trump-justice-department-35779.jpg” title=”Playbook PM: Trump news dominates DeSantis’…

Texas troopers ordered to push migrants into river, deny water: report

Trooper also expresses concern about razor wire.  

Texas trooper alleges inhumane treatment of migrants by state officials along southern border

 

Texas Border Agents Allegedly Laid Traps That Ensnared Miscarrying Pregnant Woman

The wire traps, from which a 19-year-old pregnant woman had to be cut free, are part…

Biden’s HIPAA expansion for abortion draws criticism, lawsuit threats

Congressional Democrats say the Biden administration’s privacy rule doesn’t go far enough /quality/90/?url=https://static.politico.com/1b/40/348ba46c4a7b87d1b5a48e7176eb/trump-health-and-religion-96729.jpg” title=”Biden’s HIPAA expansion…

Texas Gov. Abbott to call third special session for school choice, promising more until it passes

Texas Republican Gov. Greg Abbott will likely call a third special legislative session in October on…

Texas Governor Stumbles Over Garth Brooks and Bud Light Scandal

Taking on so-called woke companies like Target, Disney, and Anheuser-Busch has become part of the conservative…

White House condemns Texas’ razor wire at border, as do Cruz rivals Allred and Gutierrez

A Texas trooper’s account of young migrants caught and sliced by razor wire installed as part…

Summer National “Empty the Shelters” July 17-31

Since the 2016 inception of BISSELL Pet Foundation’s “Empty the Shelters,” nearly 158,000 pets at 669…

Tuesday’s Campaign Round-Up, 7.18.23

Today’s installment of campaign-related news items from across the country.  

Gag order issued ahead of Texas AG Ken Paxton’s impeachment trial after ‘inflammatory’ remarks

 

Texas vs. Biden — State Fights to Enforce Border, as White House Waves in Illegal Migrants

EAGLE PASS, TEXAS — Every day, they wade down the Rio Grande, probing the shores for…

Texas troopers allegedly told to push migrant children into the Rio Grande

A Texas trooper sends an email to his superior voicing concern about the safety of migrants…

Texas DPS responds to new report about treatment of people attempting to cross border

Troopers were reportedly told to push migrant children into the river to go back to Mexico,…

Conservatives, legal experts erupt over Trump claim he is Jan. 6 grand jury target: ‘Makes no sense’

Conservatives on social media lashed out against the DOJ after former President Trump announced he received…

Texas Is a Majority-Minority State. Why Haven’t Our Politics Changed?

Since 2004, non-Hispanic white residents have been outnumbered in Texas. But that hasn’t worked out all…

Texas troopers reportedly told to push migrants back into Rio Grande and deny them water

 

The “Sanctity” of Life

Texas Tries Something New at the Border  

CBP Officers Seize Over $1M In Cocaine at Laredo Port of Entry

The narcotics had a combined street value of $1,004,061.  

Young Visionaries Embrace Robotics Revolution At STC

“South Texas College is helping us learn how robotics are going to change our future,” said…

Texas AG Ken Paxton reports post-impeachment $1.7M personal ‘fundraising record’

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton reported what he called a personal best fundraising haul of $1.7…

Sununu To Visit NH National Guard at Southern Border in Texas

On Wednesday evening, Governor Chris Sununu will travel to the southern border in Texas to meet…

Search group finds dozens of bodies in unmarked graves in Mexican border town

The bodies were found in about 20 unmarked graves in Reynosa.  

Centrist Republicans warn far-right tactics could backfire in funding fight

Many GOP lawmakers are frustrated by aggressive demands from ultraconservative colleagues, saying they could end up…

Texas trooper details ‘inhumane’ border policies in on Rio Grande

The email said the policies stepped “into the inhumane.”  

Texas has an education crisis brewing, and the Legislature largely ignored it

For a minute there, it seemed like a real possibility that Texans would not get property…

Sununu to meet with New Hampshire National Guard members at southern border in Texas

Gov. Chris Sununu will visit the southern border in Texas to meet with members of the…

How Texas Republicans are catering to election deniers in this county

After Heider Garcia, Tarrant county’s elections administrator, quit, an election crimes taskforce was set up, but…

Texas trooper blows whistle on “inhumane” orders for border migrants

A trooper has said that newly deployed razor wire had increased the risk of migrants drowning…

Texas troopers told to push back migrants into water and ordered not to give water, report says

E-mails shared with CNN by the Texas Department of Public Safety detail a trooper-medic expressing concerns…

Texas needs to advocate for more foreign workers

Texas businesses are struggling to find workers, and in the absence of comprehensive immigration reform, there…

Border security initiatives violate rights of migrants and residents, advocacy group says

EL PASO, Texas (Border Report) — An immigrant advocacy group continues to see what it calls…

Gov. Abbott’s border buoys on Rio Grande face pushback

EAGLE PASS, Texas (Nexstar) — The state’s latest attempt at deterring migrants from crossing the Rio…

Texas A&M interim dean resigns after university backtracks on hiring professor to revive journalism program

The interim dean of Texas A&M’s College of Arts and Sciences announced on Monday he will…

Border security initiatives violate rights of migrants and residents, advocacy group says

EL PASO, Texas (Border Report) — An immigrant advocacy group continues to see what it calls…

Salem Media Announces the Passing of its Co-founder Stuart Epperson Sr.

Salem Media Announces the Passing of its Co-founder Stuart Epperson Sr.  

Migrants cut by razor wire, denied water at Texas-Mexico border, DPS emails show

A state trooper who that was a part of Gov. Greg Abbott’s multi-billion dollar border security…

Razor wire-wrapped barrels among ‘inhumane’ things waiting for migrant families, Chronicle reports

The bombshell report made public on Monday cites an unnamed Texas DPS trooper’s email, describing interactions…

Mexico calls Texas border immigration barriers “vulgar publicity stunts”

Mexico calls Texas border immigration barriers “vulgar publicity stunts”-  

Gag order issued ahead of Texas AG Ken Paxton’s impeachment trial

Patrick scolded comments made by lawyers on both sides.  

Texas A&M interim dean resigns after university backtracks on hiring …

José Luis Bermúdez, who led the school’s College of Arts and Sciences, will leave A&M after…

Texas’ buoy border wall in Rio Grande may violate water treaty: Mexico

Mexico says Texas may be violating international law by installing a border wall made up of…

Border security initiatives violate rights of migrants and residents, advocacy group says

EL PASO, Texas (Border Report) — An immigrant advocacy group continues to see what it calls…

Letters, July 18: Stop illegal, unsafe entry at Texas border

Read the Express-News letters to the editor for July 18.  

Gov. Abbott’s border buoys on Rio Grande face pushback

EAGLE PASS, Texas (Nexstar) — The state’s latest attempt at deterring migrants from crossing the Rio…

PVAS Remembers Amanda Robledo

Palm Valley Animal Society was honored to celebrate the life of Amanda Robledo alongside her friends and…

Exclusive: Texas troopers told to push children into Rio Grande, deny water to migrants, records say

The July 3 account, reviewed by Hearst Newspapers, discloses several previously…  

1-on-1 with acting temporary State Rep. Fanny Jetton

Her husband, Jacey, is on active duty.  

Mission Man Guilty of Trafficking Cocaine

The jury deliberated for less than 30 minutes hours before convicting Juan Pablo Ramirez following a…

Fayette County sheriff’s deputies discover $850K worth of cocaine within walls of ice chest

FAYETTE COUNTY, Texas – Deputies with the Fayette County Sheriff’s Office found 8.5 kilograms of cocaine…

Man, woman accused of selling prescription drugs to Kerr County teen hours before fatal overdose

KERRVILLE, Texas – Two people are behind bars after they sold prescription drugs to a teenager…

Former gang member testifies in sentencing hearing for man accused in deadly drive-by shooting

SAN ANTONIO – A man charged in the murder of a 4-year-old boy is in court…

San Antonio Spurs consider a downtown move

San Antonio – The San Antonio Spurs are considering a move from the county-owned AT&T Center…

New Braunfels man tried to hire hitman to kill Comal County sheriff’s deputy, FBI says

NEW BRAUNFELS, Texas – A New Braunfels man was arrested after he tried to hire a…

Buying a new car? Negotiate or avoid these dealer fees

Buying a car can be expensive, so it can be especially frustrating when a dealer tacks…

Texas’ buoy border wall in Rio Grande may violate water treaty: Mexico

Mexico says Texas may be violating international law by installing a border wall made up of…

Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds embraces role as a key player in Republican presidential race

When Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds seized the spotlight from a half dozen Republican presidential contenders on…

Ken Paxton, impeached and suspended from office, raised $1.7 million …

Paxton’s campaign said 2,343 donors contributed to the Republican attorney general in 12 days when a…

Gov. Signs Economic Development Statement of Intent with French Minister Becht

“Collaborating with our economic partners around the globe will ensure the Texas economy continues to flourish,”…

BP Agents Provide Vital Medical Response at Vehicle Accident

Agents, along with Roma Fire Department and Starr County EMS stabilized both civilians with cervical collars.…

Texas vs. Biden — state fights to enforce border, as White House…

The border crisis has become a war: Texas actually enforcing the law, and the Biden administration…

Republican Frank LaRose joins crowded Ohio Senate primary

Both parties are facing contentious Senate primaries across the country.  

Turning Point Action’s student activists were torn between Trump and DeSantis last year. Not anymore

Student activists who assembled in Florida last year for Turning Point Action’s annual summit were torn,…

City Council’s lone conservative teams up with liberal colleague

Political opposites seek to create a permanent city fund to support small businesses hurt…  

Texas’ buoy border wall in Rio Grande may violate water treaty: Mexico

Mexico says Texas may be violating international law by installing a border wall made up of…

Bicentennial Skate Park Mural

The group began painting in late May, and the mural was officially dedicated on July 14.…

Opinion Youngkin sending National Guard to the border makes little sense

Let’s stop blaming fentanyl’s proliferation on migrants.  

Ramaswamy lists Senators Cruz, Lee as possible Supreme Court picks

He released a list of 16 people he’d appoint as judges.  

Texas Gov. Abbott installing buoy barrier along Rio Grande; opponents decry ‘dangerous stunt’

 

Vela: I am incredibly demoralized when I visit colonias up and down the border

MCALLEN, Texas – Manny Vela, vice president and chief operating officer for Texas A&M McAllen, urged…

Amos Receives 2023 Public Officials Award

The Public Officials Award is presented to an elected or appointed public official that has made…

Texas Gov. Abbott installing buoy barrier along Rio Grande; opponents decry ‘dangerous stunt’

 

Mexico submits complaint to US after Texas starts placing floating barriers along Rio Grande

Texas’ plan to install floating barriers to deter migrant crossings along the U.S.-Mexico border is being…

Mexican president urges Mexican-American voters to reject Abbott over border spat

Mexican President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador on Monday urged Mexican-Americans not to vote for Texas Governor…

McCaul ‘very confident’ NDAA will be a bipartisan bill

Rep. Michael McCaul (R-Texas) said Sunday he is “very confident” that the National Defense Authorization Act…

Who’s in the first GOP debate? Here’s a rundown of candidates who qualify

 

Bernstein: Kevin McCarthy appeases the radicals again

The House bill that sets Pentagon policies for the next year, which began as mundane and…

Are the Republican presidential contenders serious about winning over Latino voters?

None of the Republican presidential candidates have bothered to translate their websites into Spanish — except…

Vivek Ramaswamy releases conservative pool Supreme Court picks

Borrowing a page from former President Donald Trump, the 2024 GOP hopeful is assuring primary voters…

CBP Officers Seize Currency, Cocaine And Meth At Ysleta Port Of Entry

The cases were turned over to Homeland Security Investigations and or state/local authorities for further investigation.…

Area Employers Challenge Students at Interview Practicum

Drake Everett, a TSTC Career Services representative, said students arrived ready to discuss their job qualifications and…

Mexico files complaint about floating buoys along Texas border

 

Governor Abbott Signs Economic Development Statement Of Intent With French Minister Becht

Governor Greg Abbott yesterday signed an economic development Statement of Intent with the French Minister for…

On Jerk Fans and Over-Invested Idiots. Steph Curry Fanatic Ruins the ACC Charity Golf Event

Sure, fans pay the bills. For professional athletes, in one way or another, fans pay the…

Psychedelics for All: The Need for Broader Access Beyond the Military

Reps. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-NY) and Dan Crenshaw (R-TX) are joining forces to advocate for allowing military…

Half of Millennials Want to Criminalize Misgendering: Are We Heading Towards Authoritarianism?

It is easy to get caught up in the current state of American politics, but it…

Tucker Takes Down Chris Christie, Long Distance, Even Without an Interview

Tucker Carlson has been on fire over the past couple of days. First, it was with…

Now That the Whole World Knows We’re Low on Ammunition, Frantic Effort to Re-Arm Commences

The entire world knows that the United States is low on firepower because President Joe Biden…

Michelle Obama for President? Not Only No But…

President Michelle Obama: File this under “things that should keep you awake at night.” We’ve all…

What Happened to All That COVID Cash? As Much as a Trillion Dollars Was Stolen, Misused, or Misappropriated

In the spring of 2020, the world’s economic engine was shut down. America, like almost every…

Dan Bongino Says Secret Service Agents Are Furious and ‘Know’ Who’s Behind the Cocaine

The story of cocaine behind found at the Biden White House has been quite the wild…

Moore to the Point

The U.S. may be running low on ammunition, according to our president, but one thing there’s…