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Inside the increasingly ugly GOP fight over a Texas runoff
Tony Gonzales has made a lot of Republican enemies. Party leadership is still defending him, against…
Reflecting on Rick Perry’s years leading Texas
Rick Perry is the longest-serving governor in Texas history. After ascending to the governor’s job after…
Texas A&M Women’s Golf in Third After Day One of Bryan Regional – WTAW
News release from Texas A&M Athletics: BRYAN-COLLEGE STATION – The No. 12 Texas A&M women’s golf…
Texas, federal government will begin tallying damage from spring storms, Gov. Greg Abbott says
Texas and the federal government will begin assessing the damage caused by a series of…
Conservative Texas Democrat Henry Cuellar Indicted for Bribery and Conspiracy
In other news from Texas, Democratic Congressmember Henry Cuellar and his wife were indicted on federal…
US House member from Texas in ‘fight for his political life’ against gun-toting YouTuber
WASHINGTON — It’s the marquee race in the upcoming Texas runoff elections. In one corner, there’s…
Texas judge allows alleged QAnon libel lawsuit against Anti-Defamation League to move forward
A conservative activist will be able to pursue a libel lawsuit against the Anti-Defamation League after…
Inside Texas Politics | GOP candidates in runoff for Kay Granger’s seat in Congress
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Lubbock voters reject attempt to end arrests for possessing small amo…
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At least 224 people, 153 pets rescued in Texas floods with more rain in the forecast
At least 224 people, 153 pets rescued in Texas floods with more rain in the…
What does Cinco de Mayo celebrate? No, it’s not Mexico’s Independence Day
In the U.S., Cinco de Mayo is largely seen as a celebration of Mexican American…
Operation Lone Star, Texas’ Border Crackdown Shifts Migration Patterns, Spurs Arrests and Drug Seizures
Texas’ border security initiative, Operation Lone Star, has led to increased illegal crossings into neighboring states. …
Texas’ Stiff Resistance Shifts Illegal Crossings to Other Border States, Smuggling Continues
Operation Lone Star continues to fill the dangerous gaps created by the Biden Administration’s refusal to…
Brownsville Navigation District Commissioner Ralph Cowen Completes Final Term
“We are grateful for Commissioner Cowen’s leadership and dedication to the Port of Brownsville,” said Brownsville…
New Legislation Aims to Secure Water Treaty Compliance with Mexico
The bill, spearheaded by Sen. Ted Cruz, a member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, and…
Texas AG Paxton Vows to Act after Austin Council Defies State Ban on Trans Procedures for Kids
‘Texas municipalities do not have the authority to pick and choose which state laws they will…
Governor Abbott’s Stand Against President Biden’s Changes and Its Impact on Women’s Rights
Governor Abbott’s major contention is with the Biden administration’s mandate that schools must treat transgender females…
Texas runoff between Rep. Tony Gonzales and pro-gun YouTuber is key GOP test
SAN ANTONIO — As House Republicans struggle to advance their agenda with anarrow majority, a primary…
In Texas, here’s when police can remove protesters, encampments from public universities
The Statesman spoke with five First Amendment experts to learn what legal dynamics are at play…
Texas Lawmakers Won’t Stop Harassing LGBTQ+ Kids
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott ordered schools in his state to ignore new federal rules that protect…
Greg Abbott’s border policies boost Trump in Texas
Gov. Greg Abbott’s (R-TX) border security policies are popular among Texas voters, including Texas Hispanics,…
Texas activists call for immigration reform, decry SB4, Operation Lone Star
Groups say undocumented laborers are essential to economy and need protection from wage theft by:…
VIDEO: Migrants plead as Texas Guard member fires projectiles near Rio Grande
News reports say two men spotted cutting razor wire prior to popping noises being heard…
Two Houston Democrats face off in back-to-back elections for John Whi…
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Ted Cruz has double-digit lead over Colin Allred in latest Texas Senate poll
Rep. Colin Allred, D-Dallas, announced he will challenge Republican Sen. Ted Cruz next year. by:…
North Texans react to United Methodist Church vote lifting ban on LGBTQ clergy
North Texas United Methodists reacted with joy, tears and enthusiasm after the denomination overturned its…
Bella Hadid announces she’s moving to Texas and taking a break from modeling
Celebrity News Bella Hadid announces she’s moving to Texas and taking a break from modeling…
As Texas’ border security efforts succeed, California is ‘new epicenter’ of crisis
(The Center Square) – With the success of Texas’ border security mission Operation Lone Star…
Texas is no longer the hotspot for illegal migrant crossings
The number of encounters between law enforcement and suspected illegal migrants across five regions of…
Gov. Greg Abbott and UT-Austin shift from championing free speech to policing protesters’ intentions
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Hundreds of Texas A&M students protest Israel-Palestine conflict
Hundreds of students and supporters gathered on Texas A&M’s campus Monday, protesting the Israel-Palestine conflict.
‘This is Chernobyl’: Texas ranchers say ‘forever chemicals’ in waste-based fertilizers ruined their land
The fertilizer maker says its products are safe, and that the government supports using it…
Texas truck inspections costing border industry $32 million a day, Juarez official says
by: Julian Resendiz Posted: Apr 29, 2024 / 07:36 PM CDT Updated: Apr 29, 2024…
Texas sues Biden administration to block expansion of LGBTQ+ student protections
click to enlarge Texas Tribune / Austin Price Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton sued the Biden…
Texas AG sues Biden administration over Title IX rules that expand transgender student protections
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton (R) on Monday sued the Biden administration over new federal nondiscrimination…
Hate Texas? Get over it. Why so many people are moving to the Lone Star State.
Not fully in the South and not entirely in the West, Texas is its own thing…
Tornadoes, Flooding In Texas, Oklahoma, Kansas
Play Homes were damaged in Oklahoma. Wind gusts up to 70 mph were reported in…
Campuses across Texas had pro-Palestinian demonstrations. Why did onl…
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Criticism, praise of Texas governor after dramatic use of troopers on protesters
AUSTIN — As word got out that pro-Palestinian protesters were planning to occupy a lawn on…
Gov. Greg Abbott endorses U.S. Rep. Tony Gonzales amid primary runoff…
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Republican Party of Texas Taking Formal Measures to Close Primaries
Republican Party of Texas Chairman Matt Rinaldi announced this week that the party has begun a…
Justice Department Again Refuses to Turn Over Recording of Biden-Hur Interview. Contempt Could Be Next
In an ongoing squabble on Capitol Hill (when isn’t there an ongoing squabble on Capitol Hill?)…
Trans teacher ban? Texas GOP floats idea after Abbott comments
Gov. Greg Abbott suggested over the weekend that Texas public school teachers should not…
Texas politics leave transgender foster youth isolated — during and after life in state care
Story by William Melhado, The Texas Tribune, Video and photos by Greta Díaz González Vázquez, The…
Two Lawsuits, in Texas and Idaho, Highlight Fight Over Emergency Medicine Law
Federal trial judges in Texas and Idaho came to opposite conclusions in a battle between conservative…
North Texas Senate runoff creates strange bedfellows, divides usual a…
The battle to succeed retiring state Sen. Drew Springer has come down to a May 28…
Gov. Abbott discusses school voucher push, Texas GOP division
Abbott said he wants to add $6 billion to public education
Groups propose revamped border security, asylum plan
McALLEN, Texas (Border Report) — Controlling security along the Southwest border and treating asylum-seekers humanely…
Skyscrapers on Panther Island? Fort Worth council will allow taller buildings
Developers will be allowed to construct buildings as tall as 20 stories in a small…
Cornyn, GOP Colleagues Urge Biden Admin. to Protect Jewish Students from Anti-Semitism on College Campuses
The senators requested Attorney General Garland and Secretary Cardona provide an update on efforts to protect…
New Hampshire National Guard encounters new challenges at Texas border
Bulletin writer Annmarie Timmins will be reporting from Eagle Pass, Texas, this week, in collaboration…
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…
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…
Jail Time Now Possible If Drivers Don’t Move Over or Slow Down
Changes to the law went into effect on Sept. 1, 2023
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…
Ken Paxton disciplinary case can proceed, Texas court rules
The State Bar accused Paxton in 2022 of falsely claiming he had substantial evidence that…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
Louisiana proposes bill similar to Texas’ migrant arrest law
BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) — Louisiana’s Republican-controlled Senate advanced a bill Monday that would empower state…
Texas Attorney General sues to stop guaranteed income program
He described the program as a “socialist experiment.”
Gov. Celebrates Hundreds of Megawatts Added at LCRA Peaker Power Plant Groundbreaking
Addressing a crowd of business and energy leaders, the Governor touted the critical role the…
TX city will be first in total darkness during eclipse
The South Texas border town of Eagle Pass is where Monday’s total eclipse of the…
Dutch couple makes trip to Texas for fourth solar eclipse
MARBLE FALLS, Texas (KXAN) — Even though the day is starting off cloudy in the…
Marsha Blackburn Report: Witnessing President Joe Biden’s Border Crisis In Eagle Pass, Texas – Clarksville Online – Clarksville News, Sports, Events and Information
Washington, D.C. – After taking office, President Joe Biden issued 94 executive actions in the…
Governor Abbott Mobilizes State Emergency Response Resources Amid Severe Weather Threat
Governor Greg Abbott today directed the Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM) to mobilize state emergency…
Mayor of Texas border town resigns after arrested on drug trafficking charges
Progreso Mayor Gerardo “Jerry” Alanis resigned, nearly three weeks after Homeland Security Investigations arrested him…
Power lines keep causing wildfires in the Texas Panhandle, but safety and maintenance is a ‘no man’s land’
PAMPA, Texas (KAMR/KCIT) – In February and March 2024, the Texas Panhandle and High Plains…
Texas National Guard member charged with human smuggling
Savion Johnson, 26, is charged with evading arrest, smuggling of persons and unlawful carry of…
AG Ken Paxton says Texas ‘did not make any concession’ during hearing on Senate Bill 4
“Now, to be fair, maybe Texas went too far,” Nielson said, which later ignited Paxton’s…
Cartel feud at Mexico’s southern border placing migrants and civilians in jeopardy
Two recent mass-casualty events illustrate the year-old feud between two Mexican drug cartels for control…
Governor Abbott Reappoints Three To Specialty Courts Advisory Council
Governor Greg Abbott has reappointed Jarvis Anderson, Elizabeth Rainey, and Angela Tucker to the Specialty Courts…
Ted Cruz warns Democrats have sights set on Texas in November
Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas) warned backers Tuesday that Democrats have their sights set on his home…
Abrupt Closure of California Trucking Firm Leaves Hundreds in Limbo
Founded 70 years ago, Tony’s Express is a reputable name in the less-than-truckload (LTL) carrier…
Influential conservative PAC wades into Texas Legislature primaries
Club for Growth announced it will spend $4 million on a TV ad targeting five anti-school…
Appeals court to decide if Texas immigration law violates constitution
The Texas immigration law known as SB4 is currently on hold as it goes through the…
Border crisis worsens as Mexico dries out south Texas farmers
(The Center Square) – The border crisis continues to worsen as the Mexican government dries…
Texas charges more migrants for cutting razor wire at border
Texas continues to criminally charge migrants allegedly caught disabling razor wire placed along the Rio…
Texas installs more razor wire fencing along border
Fox News national correspondent Matt Finn reports on how border officials in El Paso, Texas,…
Human Smuggling Family Admits to Over $2M Money Laundering Conspiracy
The conspiracy involved a sophisticated network of alien smugglers across the United States utilizing commercial…
With Texas’ border law in limbo, some migrants are worried. Others are undaunted
An appeals court will hear arguments this week on Texas’ new border enforcement law. With the…
Arkansas National Guard deploying guardsmen to Texas
Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders is deploying dozens of Arkansas National Guardsmen to Texas. Read More …
Migrants charged in border wall riot will stay in jail
Thirty-nine migrants charged by Texas with rioting at the border wall will not get their…
Arizona Republicans really want Texas-style border enforcement measure
Not content with all the social and political issues they already are putting to voters…
Judge Releases Migrants Who Overwhelmed Texas National Guard in Border Stampede
An El Paso judge on Easter Sunday ordered Texas authorities release some of the illegal…
Texas judge allows release of migrants arrested after border stampede
A judge in Texas ordered the release of migrants accused in a “border riot” where the…
Illegal migrants accused in border stampede released by El Paso judge on Easter Sunday
A judge in El Paso has ordered the release of the illegal migrants charged with…
State of Texas: Attorney General Ken Paxton strikes deal, avoids criminal trial
AUSTIN (Nexstar) — Teas Attorney General Ken Paxton appeared in court last week to mark…
Texas lawmakers and agency leaders experiment, ponder policies for an AI future
Agencies like the Texas Department of Transportation are using the technology to react to…
Gov. Kim Reynolds deploys National Guard, law enforcement to U.S. southern border in Texas
Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds plans to deploy state National Guard and law enforcement officers to…
700 National Guard troops ‘surged’ to El Paso after migrants breached concertina wire
The deployment announced Friday includes troops from the newly former Texas Tactical Border Force. Read…
Arkansas National Guard border detachment slated to depart April 1
Plans have been set for a detachment of Arkansas National Guard troops to deploy to…
Migrants stage Passion of the Christ at border wall
EL PASO, Texas (Border Report) – Carrying the flags of several Latin American countries and…
Another red state moves a step closer to enacting Texas-style anti-illegal immigration bill
Louisiana lawmakers are moving forward with a bill modeled on a new Texas law allowing…
Texas AG Paxton probes Boeing supplier, takes aim at DEI practices
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton (R) is investigating a major supplier of aerospace company Boeing, whose flagship…
Weekly U.S.-Mexico Border Update: Mexico crackdown, no spring migration increase, Texas, Guatemala
Mexico’s intensified enforcement delays the United States’ expected spring migration increase; Insights from CBP’s February…
Texas border officers seize $1.1M in meth from vehicle quarter panels during bust
U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers seized over $1.1 million of methamphetamine from the quarter…
First Responder Salute: Texas A&M University Police Assistant Chief graduates FBI National Academy
The Texas A&M University Police Department’s Asst. Chief Ed Costello graduated as a member of the…
Speaker Johnson meets Texas Gov. Greg Abbott to talk border security legislation
House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) and Texas Gov. Greg Abbott (R) met Thursday to discuss…
Governor Abbott Renews Wildfire Disaster Declaration In March 2024
Governor Abbott Renews Wildfire Disaster Declaration In March 2024TO ALL TO WHOM THESE PRESENTS SHALL COME:…