Shocking Twist: Judge Dismisses Cases of Illegal Immigrants for Riot at Southern Border

   A county judge has dismissed charges against illegal immigrants who were arrested and charged for…

Stunning Arrest: Minnesota State Senator Charged With Burglary Over Father’s Belongings

   A Democratic Minnesota state senator is facing charges related to a burglary at a home…

Trump Risks Contempt Charges Over Alleged Violations of Gag Order in NY Hush Money Trial

   Former President Donald Trump could be facing contempt of court over allegations that he violated…

Republican North Texas congressional candidates debate Ken Paxton’s impeachment, Ukraine funding

As they head into a Republican primary runoff for an open congressional seat, state Rep. Craig…

Covey Exposes Blue Influence in Texas

April 22, 2024 In a revealing interview with conservative talk show host Joe Pags, David Covey…

Seattle Children’s Hospital won’t have to provide trans patient recor…

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Seattle hospital won’t turn over gender-affirming care records in lawsuit settlement with Texas

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton is dropping a request for a Seattle hospital to hand… 

Republican infighting, battle over Texas speakership results of national political trend

Republicans vying for a seat in the Texas House are looking to settle a political score…

Fighting for a Fair Wage in Texas

Every day for more than two months, we’ve been on the picket line in Texas. No…

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Former Obama Senior Advisor Charged With Child Sex Offenses in British Court

   On Friday, a former senior policy advisor to the Obama administration appeared in a British…

Gov. Greg Abbott Wants to ‘End’ Trans Teachers Expressing Their Gender in Texas

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott suggested that he wants to end transgender and gender nonconforming individuals from…

Weekly U.S.-Mexico Border Update: Migration declined in March, Mayorkas impeachment thwarted, Darién Gap, National Guard in Texas

With this series of weekly updates, WOLA seeks to cover the most important developments at the…

Texas Nationalist Movement warns Civil War film could become reality in near future

click to enlarge Shuttersrock / Gallagher Photography Trump supporters storm the U.S. Capitol during the January…

Republican infighting, battle over Texas speakership results of national political trend

The fervor of far-right candidates collided with a broader effort by some House Republicans seeking to…

Tarrant County Texas House seat sees a rematch in May runoff election

Tarrant County Tarrant County Texas House seat sees a rematch in May runoff election By Phil…

The U.S. Faces a Far Worse Impact Than Garble From Joe Biden’s Mental Decay

   Much of the growing concern about President Joe Biden’s overall decline has focused on his…

Republican North Texas congressional candidates debate Ken Paxton’s i…

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Bill Maher Skewers Woke NPR CEO in Humorous Bit That Calls Out the Problem

   We’ve been reporting on the mess over at NPR. It started when one of their…

New York Cancels Three Major Offshore Wind Projects, Joe Biden Hardest Hit

   Joe Biden’s green energy plans just took another hit as three large New York offshore…

It’s ‘Vietnam All Over Again’ As Defense Department Prepares to Beef Up Number of US Advisers in Ukraine

   The Department of Defense is considering upping the number of US military advisers stationed in…

Jail Time Now Possible If Drivers Don’t Move Over or Slow Down

   Changes to the law went into effect on Sept. 1, 2023     

Johnson, Cook clash in race to succeed Whitmire in Texas Senate

The two candidates, running to succeed Mayor John Whitmire in the Texas Senate,… 

Appeals court blocks Texas from enforcing book rating law

The law would require booksellers to rate the explicitness and relevance of sexual references in materials…

Layoffs and upheaval at Texas universities spur fear as lawmakers continue DEI crackdown

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Layoffs and upheaval at Texas universities spur fear as lawmakers con…

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NY AG’s Office Asks Judge Engoron to Void Trump’s $175M Bond in Civil Fraud Case

   It appeared in late March that the wrangling over former President Donald Trump’s ability to…

BREAKING: Reports of Israel Carrying Out New Bombing in Iraq (Video)

   Just one day after Israel made good on its promise to strike back at Iran for…

Michigan Elementary School Defends Teaching Gender Theory, Pronouns to Grade-Schoolers

   There’s a time and a place for everything, and it’s called college. Elementary schools, on…

Unhinged Hillary Clinton Accuses Trump of Wanting to Be Like Vlad and Murder His Enemies

   Appearing on election lawyer Marc Elias‘ podcast “Democracy Docket” in an episode that dropped Friday,…

Justice Department Seizes 4 Web Domains Used to Create Over 40k Spoofed Websites

   “Together with our international partners, the Justice Department has disrupted another cybercrime scheme originating from Russia…

Texas book-banning law gutted by appeals court in a blow to state Republicans

The law would have required booksellers to rate all books for sexual content and restrict… 

Texas abortion ban tests against federal emergency medicine rule

Hospitals are required to stabilize anyone experiencing a medical emergency. Two lawsuits… 

TIME lists Texas Gov. Greg Abbott among 100 most influential people

The gov. has been a significant part of the GOP’s response to the border crisis Last…

Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick rules the Texas Senate. Now he seeks influence in the House

AUSTIN — Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick wields vast power in the Texas Senate with a warm…

Texas, Idaho abortion bans test against federal emergency medicine rule

Editor’s note: “Texas, Idaho abortion bans test against federal emergency medicine rule” was first published by…

Appeals court blocks Texas from enforcing book rating law

Wednesday’s decision was somewhat surprising since the appellate court blocked the lower court’s ruling in November.…

Ken Paxton disciplinary case can proceed, Texas court rules

The State Bar accused Paxton in 2022 of falsely claiming he had substantial evidence that… 

Appeals court blocks Texas’ controversial book rating law

The Republican-backed law was initially set to go into effect on Sept. 1, 2023. 

Dispatch New Mexico: California, Texas and New Mexico

We have some big, rich and powerful neighbors, but that could change in the years ahead.…

Navarrette: Texas is Hispanic, and that’s not going to change

Demographics are destiny, they say, but apparently destiny can sometimes be derailed or distorted—that is, if…

Federal judge fines Texas child welfare agency $100K per day for foster care failures

U.S. District Judge Janis Jack administers the U.S. oath of citizenship to more than 100 area…

Can this anti-voucher Texas Republican survive Abbott’s campaign blitz

State Rep. John Kuempel faces Alan Schoolcraft in a race that could help set the future… 

U.S. Rep. Tony Gonzales vastly outraises challenger Brandon Herrera a…

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Texas Permanent School Fund adopts new anti-ESG stance

The move furth broadens the state’s war against so-called environmental, social and… 

Court won’t reconsider blocking Texas public school book rating law

A divided federal appeals court on Tuesday declined to disturb a ruling that blocked Texas from…

After Punishing Primaries, Key Runoffs Could Tilt Texas Legislature Further Right

The man who walked in the door last fall looked like Texas personified. A sixth-generation rancher,…

Texas, Idaho abortion bans test against federal emergency medicine ru…

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Texas Gov. Greg Abbott named among Time magazine’s 100 most influential people

TEXAS  —  Texas Gov. Greg Abbott has been controversial, but he grabs headlines often. On Wednesday, he…

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott named to the 2024 TIME100 list of most influential people in the world

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott speaks during a news conference on March 15, 2023 in Austin, Texas.…

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott named to the 2024 TIME100 list of most influential people in the world

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott speaks during a news conference on March 15, 2023 in Austin, Texas.…

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott named to the 2024 TIME100 list of most influential people in the world

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NEW: Club for Growth Action Launches New Ads Across 5 Districts in TX-HD Runoffs

Washington, D.C. – Club for Growth Action has released 5 unique ads, spanning across 5 individual…

Lawyers for Texas rancher blast Paxton’s claim of Supreme Court win

Attorneys for a Texas man who sued the state for property damage criticized Texas Attorney General…

Rule Changes for Hemp Products in Texas Could Be Around the Corner

Every four years, Texas agencies must conduct a review of their regulations. That time has come…

Gov. Greg Abbott is among TIME100 list of most influential people in 2024. Here’s why

Texas Governor Greg Abbott is one of TIME’s 100 most influential people for 2024. 

‘Yellowstone’ actor appointed honorary Fort Worth police officer

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Governor Abbott Named To 2024 TIME100 List Of Most Influential People In The World

  “We have worked tirelessly to ensure Texas remains a beacon of freedom and opportunity for…

Why Frito-Lay is driving an American flag across the United States, again

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Texas official says migrants seek federal patrols that will let them in, avoid state guards ‘at all costs’

  Dr. Phil visited Eagle Pass in Texas, where he spoke with multiple local border officials…

Migrant arrested in Zapata, Texas, connected to Texas Rangers murder probe

  Border Patrol agents arrested a migrant in a rural South Texas border county who officials…

County judge calls on Texas to process, jail its own migrants

  Citing a lack of resources, El Paso County officials are asking Texas to use its…

Protesting got way harder in Texas because of a U.S. Supreme Court decision

Organizers of mass protests in Texas and two other states can now be held finally liable…

Congressional ‘border crisis’ hearing includes Tarrant County sheriff, no one from the border

  Tarrant County Sheriff Bill Waybourn was one of two sheriffs at a “borer crisis” hearing,…

Federal judge fines Texas child welfare agency $100K per day for fost…

It is the third time the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services, which manages the…

OPINION: To change the future of politics we must consult the past tactics of a Texas legend

Political power in the United States is often thought of in connection with executive power and…

Texas Gov. Abbott blasts Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas over border crisis: ‘Bunch of lies’

  Texas Gov. Greg Abbott sat down with FOX4 News to discuss second attempt to impeach…

South Texas border officials request info on ‘missing water’

  Hidalgo County Judge Richard Cortez has asked federal and state officials to account for water…

A controversial Texas law has become a blueprint for other states. Immigrant communities are worried

(CNN) — Maria Acosta’s heart sinks every time she hears the question.  

Texas Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick Asks Senate to Eliminate Property Tax

Last year, Texas lawmakers agreed on an $18 billion tax-relief package to aid property owners in…

Texas Lawmakers Look to Take Zoning Changes Out of Dallas’ Hands

Dallas is taking resident input on its ForwardDallas land use plan, and a vocal group is…

Why Texas Republicans say Democrats shouldn’t lead House committees

Critics say Democratic committee leaders have stonewalled GOP priorities, even as they…  

State of Texas: ‘Contract with Texas’ aims to push House further right

Lt. Governor Dan Patrick gave State Senators 57 items to study on his list of interim…

Ed Young blasts Biden as ‘godless’ in latest politicized sermon

The SBC pastor continues to push conservative talking points from the stage of his…  

Experience the colorful celebration of diversity at the Texas Gay Rodeo

Over the weekend in Denton, the North Texas Fair and Rodeo hosted a groundbreaking event—a gay…

Push for casino gambling in Texas revived once again | NewsRadio 740 KTRH | KTRH Local Houston and Texas News

KTRH-AM covering local news from Houston and across Texas.  

Experience the colorful celebration of diversity at the Texas Gay Rodeo

Over the weekend in Denton, the North Texas Fair and Rodeo hosted a groundbreaking event—a gay…

Column: Southeast Texas has already lost the House Speakership

“There is a political revolution taking place right now in the great state of Texas, and……

Texas Governor Greg Abbott talks border security, bussing of immigrants to other cities

  Texas Governor Greg Abbott sat down to discuss the latest in border security as well…

A controversial Texas law has become a blueprint for other states. Immigrant communities are worried

(CNN) — Maria Acosta’s heart sinks every time she hears the question.  

How Texas’s New Immigration Law Could Backfire for Republicans

S.B. 4 resembles other states’ “show me your papers” laws that cost the GOP Latino voters.…

Contributions to David Covey’s Texas State Representative District 21 campaign

The Beaumont Enterprise took a look at the campaign contributions for both David Covey and Dade…

A controversial Texas law has become a blueprint for other states. Immigrant communities are worried

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Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick asks Texas senators to look into ending property taxes

The third-term Republican created a 57-item to-do list for senators to complete before the next legislative…

Texas’ diversity, equity and inclusion ban has led to more than 100 job cuts at state universities

A ban on diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives in higher education has led to more than…

Woman killed by police after attacking officers with homemade weapons, Balcones Heights police say

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Texas’ diversity, equity and inclusion ban has led to more than 100 job cuts at state universities

Texas’ ban on diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives in higher education has resulted in more than…

Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick Releases 2024 Interim Charges to the Texas Senate – Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick

AUSTIN – Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick has issued 57 charges for Senate committees to study in…

Texas’ diversity, equity and inclusion ban has led to more than 100 job cuts at state universities

Texas’ ban on diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives in higher education has resulted in more than…

Texas showdown: Sen. Ted Cruz steps up his game as conservative firebrand faces bruising re-election race

Conservative firebrand Sen. Ted Cruz is stepping up his campaign and fundraising game as he faces…

Far-right activist Jonathan Stickland starts new group, months after …

The former lawmaker registered “RaTmasTeR Holdings” along with Texas GOP Chair Matt Rinaldi. The name is…

With an eye on Amarillo courthouse, U.S. senators push to stop federa…

Judge shopping has made a federal courthouse in Amarillo with a Trump-appointed judge a destination for…

How a Republican and a Democrat Carved out Exemptions to Texas’s Abortion Ban

Rare across-the-aisle coöperation in Austin aims to protect some people who need abortions and the doctors…

Patrick Lists Conservative Priorities For 2025 Texas Legislative Session | News Radio 1200 WOAI | San Antonio’s First News

Patrick says the list was narrowed down from hundreds of ideas submitted by the state’s 31…

Trump eyes top Texas MAGA disciple for USDA chief

The former — and possibly future — president has also discussed several less controversial, but still…

Texas Ag Commissioner Sid Miller floated as Trump cabinet pick

The 68-year-old is the latest state Republican rumored to be on Trump’s shortlist.  

As Mississippi Nears Medicaid Expansion, Could Texas Be Next?

An Episcopal Health Foundation study found that Texas loses $7 billion in healthcare and lost productivity…

$2M Powerball prize: Here’s the Texas store that sold the ticket.

The jackpot has risen to an estimated $46 million for the game’s next drawing, which is…  

Patrick Lists Conservative Priorities For 2025 Texas Legislative Session | News Radio 1200 WOAI

Patrick says the list was narrowed down from hundreds of ideas submitted by the state’s 31…

Challengers sign ‘contract with Texas’ to push the legislature more conservative

The contract calls for candidates for House Speaker to solicit support from only Republicans and to…

Lt. Gov. Patrick asks senators to study eliminating property taxes

Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick said “continued property tax relief” would be a top conservative…  

Challengers sign ‘contract with Texas’ to push the legislature more conservative

The contract calls for candidates for House Speaker to solicit support from only Republicans and to…

Blinken meets with Texas lawmakers over Mexico’s water debt

  A bipartisan group of South Texas lawmakers on Thursday spoke with U.S. Secretary of State…

Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick Recommends Banning, Regulating Delta-8, Delta-9

Delta-8 and delta-9 THC could be on the chopping block in Texas if Patrick gets his…

House Republicans issue demands for next Texas House Speaker

The demands are listed in a “Contract with Texas”  

House Republicans issue demands for next Texas House Speaker

The demands are listed in a “Contract with Texas”  

GOP closes Hispanic community outreach centers in South Texas

Heading into the 2024 election, and with Trump again at the top of the ticket,…  

Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick previews 57-item to do list for the next legisla…

Housing affordability, fighting antisemitism on college campuses, examining charitable bail organizations and banning Delta 9 are…

Reaction after Texas AG sues to stop Harris Co. guaranteed income program

More than 1,900 low income families had already been notified they would start receiving $500 a…

Brent Hagenbuch, Jace Yarbough Pitch Conservative Accolades in Texas Senate Runoff Election

The Texan reached out to both Republican candidates in Senate District 30 to hear their thoughts…

IN BRIEF: Health careers fair at NCTC

North Central Texas College and Workforce Solutions Texoma are partnering together for a Health Science Career…

🔥 Legal clash erupts over “Uplift Harris” guaranteed income program 🔥

Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo and Commissioner Rodney Ellis clash with Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton…

South Texas judge declares disaster due to water shortage – and it’s not even summer yet

Hidalgo County’s emergency declaration comes days after state lawmakers accused Mexico of failing to abide by…

Texas officials report dramatic drop in illegal border crossings at Eagle Pass park

  Shelby Park had reached a boiling point with unprecedented amounts of migrants who crossed the…

Texas AG Ken Paxton sues Harris County to block program that would gi…

The program would give roughly 1,900 households payments of $500 for 18 months with no strings…

Conservatives Come For Texas Rep. Who Suggested Tax Break as Reparations for Black People. Is She Right?

Congresswoman Jazmine Crockett suggested that letting Black Americans temporarily not pay taxes as a form of…

Texas may reverse plan to give people $9,000

Under the Uplift Harris pilot program, families would receive $500 for 18 months, amounting to $9,000…

SCOOP: Sen. Ted Cruz hauls in nearly $10 million in past three months as he battles for re-election in Texas

Sen. Ted Cruz brought in $9.7 million during the January-March first quarter of 2024 fundraising, according…

Louisiana proposes bill similar to Texas’ migrant arrest law

Louisiana’s Republican-controlled Senate has advanced a bill that would empower state and local law enforcement to…

Texas Attorney General sues to stop guaranteed income program

He described the program as a “socialist experiment.”