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Conservative leader files resolution for Texas to takeover Austin
He first filed the legislation in 2021, but it was not approved
‘They’re using people, and they’re dividing them’: Conservative non-profit raised $80k for Texas book ban case only for the funds to disappear
America First Legal, a conservative nonprofit organization with ties to Project 2025, raised over $80,000…
Trump picks Texan Brooke Rollins to lead Agriculture Department
Rollins, who grew up in Glen Rose and once led the Texas Public Policy Foundation, will…
Gov. Greg Abbott threatens Texas hospital after doctor trashes state’s migrant ID order
Abbott said the physician’s viral video about patient citizenship questions puts his hospital’s funding ‘at risk.’
How David Cook went from Texas House Speaker Dade Phelan’s ally to le…
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Why Uvalde—A Rallying Cry for Texas Democrats—Went for Trump
Politics & Policy Why Uvalde—A Rallying Cry for Texas Democrats—Went for Trump The South Texas…
Texas’ approval of Bible-infused curriculum drives conservative push
AUSTIN, Texas — The State Board of Education approved new elementary school curriculum that combines…
Texas lawmaker threatens university budget cuts over LGBT studies
By Ian M. Giatti, Christian Post Reporter Wednesday, November 27, 2024 The Texas State Capitol…
Texas State Board of Education approves Bible-infused curriculum
School districts can choose their own lesson plans, but the state will offer an incentive of…
Is It Better if Texas Officials Join the Trump Administration or Not?
Politics & Policy Which Texans Should We Wish Upon the Trump Administration? Is it better…
Trump wants to deport millions of people. Texas leaders are ready to help
Perhaps no other state is more prepared – or eager – to carry out President-elect…
Texas Legislature shifts right: What that means for the LGBTQ community
The political landscape in Texas has shifted further to the right as we head into…
Texas Legislature shifts right: What that means for the LGBTQ community
The political landscape in Texas has shifted further to the right as we head into…
Trump picks Texan Brooke Rollins to lead Agriculture Department
Rollins, who grew up in Glen Rose and once led the Texas Public Policy Foundation, will…
Texans speak on University of Austin’s ’60 Minutes’ showcase
It comes as billionaires have grown frustrated with elite universities and their stance…
Lawsuits And Loopholes Threaten Voter Secrecy In Texas
Texas election officials are grappling with increasing concerns about voter privacy, as a push for…
What to Know About Brooke Rollins, Trump’s Choice for Agriculture Secretary
A Texas native, Ms. Rollins worked in the first Trump White House and has also…
Texas lawmakers are mostly silent on addressing threats to ballot secrecy
Texas officials had to issue emergency guidance this year to patch holes in new election…
Texas bill would reclassify abortion drugs as controlled substances
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Will Texas do something about threats to ballot secrecy?
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Texas probes alleged advertiser boycott of conservatives
Shutterstock/CrackerClips Stock Media The State of Texas is investigating whether the World Federation of Advertisers…
Landgraf files legislation to crack down on hoax threats in Texas schools
State Rep. Brooks Landgraf AUSTIN State Representative Brooks Landgraf (R-Odessa) has filed House Bill 268…
Texas board approves public school reading material that includes Bible stories
Only Republican members of the education board voted for it. All Democratic members and three Republicans…
State Board of Education approves Bible-infused curriculum for Texas public schools
A majority of the Texas State Board of Education gave final approval Friday to a…
Texas board approves optional Bible-infused curriculum for elementary schools
Democratic-linked South Asian advocacy group warns move ‘undermines religious freedom’ By Ian M. Giatti, Christian…
Texas Supreme Court says Ken Paxton can’t be deposed in whistleblower case
The Texas Supreme Court ruled Friday that state Attorney General Ken Paxton, a Republican, can’t…
How Texas jails built migrant incarceration
Following a 1925 investigation, immigrant detention in the Galveston County Jail was declared “a crime against…
Texas tees up likely legal battle with biblical public school lessons
Texas has joined the states mixing the Bible with public school classrooms, setting up another potential…
Trump to nominate Brooke Rollins of Texas as USDA secretary
WASHINGTON — President-elect Donald Trump Saturday announced his intent to name Brooke Rollins of Texas, the president…
Trump to nominate Brooke Rollins of Texas as USDA secretary
WASHINGTON — President-elect Donald Trump Saturday announced his intent to name Brooke Rollins of Texas, the president…
Trump to nominate Brooke Rollins of Texas as USDA secretary
WASHINGTON — President-elect Donald Trump Saturday announced his intent to name Brooke Rollins of Texas, the president…
Texas Board of Education Approves Curriculum Heavy on Christianity
And on the third day Texas’s curriculum arose. (© FlaglerLive) A majority of the Texas…
Trump picks Texan Brooke Rollins to lead agriculture department
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State of Texas: State offers land to assist future deportation efforts
Buckingham described the plot as “essentially farmland,” and “easy to build on.” Her office did not…
Trump to nominate Brooke Rollins of Texas as USDA secretary
WASHINGTON — President-elect Donald Trump Saturday announced his intent to name Brooke Rollins of Texas, the president…
Texas lawmakers aim to climb ranks of U.S. House
WASHINGTON — Following the GOP sweep in the Lone Star State on Election Day, Texans…
Texas lawmakers aim to climb ranks of U.S. House
WASHINGTON — Following the GOP sweep in the Lone Star State on Election Day, Texans…
Trump to nominate Brooke Rollins of Texas as USDA secretary
WASHINGTON — President-elect Donald Trump Saturday announced his intent to name Brooke Rollins of Texas, the president…
Texas Board of Education approves Bible-infused curriculum
A majority of the Texas State Board of Education gave final approval Friday to a…
Texas Board of Education says it wants more control over public school library books
A majority on the Republican-dominated State Board of Education said Thursday that it wanted more…
Trump to nominate Brooke Rollins of Texas as USDA secretary
WASHINGTON — President-elect Donald Trump Saturday announced his intent to name Brooke Rollins of Texas, the president…
Allegations swirl around Texas family running Christian TV network
A report last week details serious accusations against a family member.
Why a West Texas county is building a new courthouse even after voter…
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Why a West Texas county is building a new courthouse even after voters rejected the proposal
The Ector County Courthouse in Odessa on Nov. 7. Officials plan to build a new…
Texas offers Trump land on US-Mexico border for potential mass deportations
McALLEN, Texas (AP) — Texas is offering a parcel of rural ranchland along the U.S.-Mexico…
State Board of Education says it wants more control over public schoo…
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Texas board advances plan to allow Bible material in elementary school lessons
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — Texas’ education board on Tuesday advanced a new Bible-infused curriculum that…
Texas officials back optional school curriculum with Biblical references, sparking backlash
Texas officials are backing a state-wide elementary school curriculum that includes Biblical references. The Texas…
Texas officials signal support for adding Bible lessons for K-5 classes
(CNN) — Officials in Texas have backed a controversial new public school curriculum that would…
Texas land commissioner backs Trump, offers border land for planned deportation facility
McALLEN, Texas (AP) — Texas is offering a parcel of rural ranchland along the U.S.-Mexico…
Texas school board gives preliminary OK to Bible-based lessons in classrooms
GOP, Christian conservative members vote against curriculum By Ian M. Giatti, Christian Post Reporter Wednesday,…
The battle over school vouchers in Texas
School vouchers are a complex issue with strong feelings on both sides. For this report,…
School vouchers in Texas | What supporters and opponents are saying
School vouchers are a complex issue with strong feelings on both sides. For this report,…
Donald Trump boosted mental health efforts in Texas in his first term. Will he do it again?
Former U.S. President and 2024 presidential hopeful Donald Trump speaks at the annual Conservative Political…
Who might Trump appoint to the Supreme Court? Two Texas judges might be on the list
Trump will only get to make appointments to the high court if justices retire from it…
Texas officials signal support for adding Bible lessons for K-5 classes as some states push Christianity in public schools
(CNN) — Officials in Texas on Tuesday backed a controversial new public school curriculum that…
As Elon Musk Moved to the Right, His Businesses Moved to Texas
The billionaire has rapidly transformed parts of the state, shocking even development-friendly officials: “It was…
Texas abortion bills on the table include proposals to create exceptions for rape and incest
State Rep. Donna Howard of Austin filed two bills ahead of the 2025 legislative session,…
Donald Trump boosted mental health efforts in Texas in his first term…
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TX officials to vote today on adding Bible lessons for K-5 classes
(CNN) — Officials in Texas on Tuesday backed a controversial new public school curriculum that…
Texas officials set to vote today on adding Bible lessons for K-5 classes as some states push Christianity in public schools
(CNN) — Officials in Texas on Tuesday backed a controversial new public school curriculum that…
As Trump administration takes shape, Texas takes a back seat
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Texas education board considers new curriculum that includes Bible…
The Texas Education Agency, or TEA, on Tuesday was set to hold a preliminary vote on…
Texas weighs use of Bible teachings in school lessons
Texas public schools may soon have the option to incorporate Bible-based teachings into their curriculum,…
State Board of Education signals support for Bible-infused curriculum
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Texas State Board of Education signals support for Bible-infused curriculum
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Texas education board signals support for Bible-infused school curriculum
A preliminary vote held by the Texas state board of education indicates that the state…
In Close Vote, Texas Approves Reading Program Laden With Bible Lessons
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Texas lawmaker files bill to eliminate in-state tuition for illegals | NewsRadio 740 KTRH | KTRH Local Houston and Texas News
The border influx we have seen under the Biden-Harris Administration has not just cause pain…
Social issues, messaging, Operation Lone Star: How Texas Dems lost the Rio Grande Valley
Analysts blamed Democrats’ RGV losses on abysmal messaging on social issues and the economic impact of…
Want to sue X? You’ll have to do it in North Texas, according to new terms of service
Effective Friday, users of Elon Musk’s X — formerly known as Twitter — can only…
Trump’s Texas border gains highlight Republican inroads in former Democratic stronghold
By Brendan O’Boyle and Brad Heath (Reuters) – The United States’ swing toward President-elect Donald…
Texas Supreme Court rules execution of Robert Roberson may move forward
Even so, the court also ruled that Roberson may testify in front of a House committee…
Texas Board of Education to vote on first state-developed textbooks Nov. 18
For the first time, Texas education officials will consider adopting a set ofstate-developed reading and math…
Texas Supreme Court rules against lawmakers who stopped execution with subpoena
AUSTIN, Texas — The Texas Supreme Court on Friday ruled that a legislative subpoena cannot be…
Book Banners Lost In Texas Elections
Politicians who ran for school boards on a pro-book banning platform in Texas had a…
Want to sue X? You’ll have to do it in North Texas, according to new terms of service
Kirsty Wigglesworth/AP Pictured is Elon Musk, the owner of Tesla, SpaceX and the social media…
Yes, X’s updated terms of service state that lawsuits must be filed in Texas
Law experts are accusing Elon Musk of “forum shopping” for moving legal disputes against X…
Texas gun rights groups oppose Cornyn as Senate majority leader; prefer Kennedy or Scott | The Highland County Press
By Bethany BlankleyThe Center Square The head of the U.S. Senate choosing its new majority…
Trump Supporters Express Regret Post-Election Day, Can You Change Your Vote In Texas?
Just after Election Day and after President-elect Trump appointed conservative celebrities to lead government offices,…
Texas GOP zeroes in on taxpayer-funded lobbying in next session | NewsRadio 740 KTRH | KTRH Local Houston and Texas News
The practice of taxpayer-funded lobbying in Texas has been a controversial one, especially the last…
These Texas judges could be Donald Trump’s next Supreme Court picks
Judges Andrew Oldham and James Ho, both on the New Orleans-based 5th Circuit Court of…
GOP inroads with Latino voters dim Democratic dreams of a blue Texas
President-elect Donald Trump’s stunning success with Latino voters has fortified Republican dominance in Texas and…
Texas lawmakers signal plans to expand DEI ban into college classrooms
Texas lawmakers may be looking to expand the state’s ban on diversity, equity and inclusion…
Texas Judge Overturns Overtime Pay Rule
Home » Industry News » Federal Judge Overturns Overtime Pay Rule A federal judge in…
Texas Board of Education to vote on first state-developed textbooks Nov. 18
For the first time, Texas education officials will consider adopting a set of state-developed reading…
Texas education board delays vote on controversial curriculum
AUSTIN, Texas — A Texas public education board was expected to vote Monday on a…
GOP inroads with Latino voters dim Democratic dreams of blue Texas
DALLAS — President-elect Donald Trump’s stunning success with Latino voters has fortified Republican dominance in…
No tuition increases at Texas universities until 2027, Abbott says
SAN ANTONIO – Universities across the state of Texas will not be raising the cost…
Universal school choice, the Texas mandate is clear after the election
Texas faces a decisive moment: continue propping up a failing government school monopoly or empower…
Texas A&M Regents Overrule Faculty, Cut 52 “Low-producing” Programs
Students walk across the Texas A&M campus on Aug. 20, 2024, in College Station. (Credit:…
John Cornyn spent years — and millions — to run for Senate majority l…
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Texas lawmakers unleash legislative blitz, file over 1,000 bills
Tuesday was the unofficial opening of the 2025 session of the Texas Legislature.
Texas Republican, gun rights groups oppose Cornyn as Senate majority leader
(The Center Square) – Ahead of the U.S. Senate choosing its new majority leader, several…
Texas lawmakers target property taxes, abortion in bills filed ahead …
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How conservative Amarillo became Texas’ first city to reject local anti-abortion policy
On Election Day in the Texas Panhandle, Amarillo residents rejected an anti-abortion ordinance that included…
Tarrant County stays purple in the 2024 election. Will Texas ever turn blue?
As Texas results rolled in on election night, the answer to a long-pressing question came…
Tarrant County stays purple in 2024 election. Will Texas ever turn blue?
As Texas results rolled in on election night, the answer to a long-pressing question came…
Trump’s mass deportation plan: Fact vs. Fiction, What’s next for Texas
Among the most talked-about promises made by President-elect Donald Trump is his pledge to deport…
Gov. Abbott’s big government voucher crusade is not conservative
It is shocking that our so-called conservative state officials are continually pushing for bigger government.…
The state of Texas can’t keep track of its own vehicle fleet
In these unfortunate times of misinformation, it would be nice to be able to rely…
2024 Texas high school football playoff predictions: Who will be crowned state champions?
Our panel of high school football experts — Greg Riddle, Myah Taylor, Ronald Harrod, and…
Will John Cornyn become Senate majority leader? He finds out today
WASHINGTON – U.S. Sen. John Cornyn of Texas said he will still seek reelection in…
Ahead of Texas legislative session, lawmakers start filing bills. Here are some proposals.
Right out of the gate, Texas lawmakers introduced more than 1,400 proposed new laws for consideration…
Cruz endorses Scott for Senate majority leader
Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas), a leading conservative, announced Wednesday morning he will back Sen. Rick Scott…
Texas sent about 10 kids per-day to the justice system in September for one reason
An average of about 10 children per-day were referred to the Texas justice system for…
No tuition increases at Texas universities until 2027, Abbott says
SAN ANTONIO – Universities across the state of Texas will not be raising the cost…
Texas Democrat Resigns After Criticizing Left’s Trans Policies
THE CENTER SQUARE—After Republicans won races statewide, especially in South Texas, the chair of the…
Texas Lawmakers Prefile Bills To Legalize Marijuana In 2025 And Expand Low-THC Medical Cannabis Program
Just a day into the period during which Texas lawmakers can begin prefiling bills ahead…
Two Democrats, two Republicans running for Texas House speaker
(The Center Square) – Two Democrats and one Republican have announced they are running for…
We Regret to Inform You Ted Cruz Will Be in the Senate for Another Six Years
Ted Cruz has won another six years in the Senate. The conservative incumbent, who was…
San Antonio Republican takes early lead in razor-thin Texas State Board of Education race
As votes began to roll in Tuesday night, San Antonio educator Michael Stevens, a Republican,…
Republican Christi Craddick reelected to Railroad Commission, the sta…
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San Benito Republican leading in race for Texas House District 37
Jonathan Gracia and Janie Lopez Only have a minute? Listen instead Getting your Trinity Audio…
Amarillo voters reject abortion “travel ban,” a rare rebuke of anti-a…
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Cal Hendrick wins Odessa mayor’s race, beating incumbent who focused …
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Ted Cruz Wins Re-Election in Texas Senate Race Against Colin Allred
Senator Ted Cruz of Texas fended off an aggressive and well-funded Democratic challenger to win…
Monica De La Cruz wins reelection to House in Texas’ 15th Congressional District
SOUTH TEXAS — In one of the most competitive races in the state, Republican Rep. Monica…
Republican Ted Cruz of Texas wins a third term to the US Senate
HOUSTON (AP) — Republican Sen. Ted Cruz of Texas won reelection Tuesday, defeating U.S. Rep.…