Guns for Domestic Abusers, Agency Power Next Up at Supreme Court

The Supreme Court is already planning to dive back into the culture wars and tackle the…

Meet the 20 year old leading a super PAC for the Texas Senate race, and she’s just getting started

When Congressman Matt Gaetz — a Trump-aligned Republican representing Florida — made body-shaming comments about abortion…

El Paso team to expand local food sources on border with USDA funding

USDA selects Texas A&M AgriLife in El Paso to diversify local food businesses in Texas and…

Editorial Roundup: Texas

Austin American-Statesman. June 30, 2023.  

Democrat Steven Keough: Road to US Senate in Texas runs through El Paso

For Steven Keough, military experience coupled with strong Democrat values might be the ticket to finally…

Editorial Roundup: Texas

Austin American-Statesman. June 30, 2023.  

Greece’s new parliament sworn in following conservative party’s election victory

Greece’s new lawmakers have been sworn in just over a week after a general election that……

Trump rally draws massive crowd in heavily Republican part of South Carolina

Former President Donald Trump marked a return to the large-scale rallies of his previous presidential campaigns, speaking…

ALL THINGS HISTORICAL: A Texas Independence Day tradition

The Texas Music Series continues, but this time instead of the life of a musical pioneer,…

The GOP sees its most diverse presidential field as questions of race move to the forefront

The 2024 Republican presidential field has already made history months before the first nominating contest: A…

Trump’s South Carolina rally attracted a massive crowd in heavily Republican area

South Carolina’s heavily Republican Upstate is a popular stop for presidential candidates trying to attract support…

Migrants at the U.S.-Mexico border face the merciless Texas and Arizona heat

Migrants at the U.S.-Mexico border face the merciless Texas and Arizona heat  

Trump’s South Carolina rally attracted a massive crowd in heavily Republican area

South Carolina’s heavily Republican Upstate is a popular stop for presidential candidates trying to attract support…

AP News in Brief at 12:04 a.m. EDT

AP News in Brief at 12:04 a.m. EDT.  

Meet the 20 year old leading a super PAC for the Texas Senate race, and she’s just getting started

When Congressman Matt Gaetz — a Trump-aligned Republican representing Florida — made body-shaming comments about abortion…

As 2024 Voting Battles Heat Up, North Carolina G.O.P. Presses Forward

Republicans, whose edge in the state has narrowed in recent years, have gone on offense politically,…

Will Hurd says he ‘can’t lie to get access to a microphone’ at RNC debate

Republican presidential candidate Will Hurd said Sunday he was working toward “hitting all the requirements” to…

Another bus with dozens of migrants from Texas arrives in Los Angeles

Busload of 41 people, including 11 children who were with families, was welcomed by collective of…

Christie calls back-and-forth between Trump and DeSantis a teenage ‘food fight’

Republican presidential candidate Chris Christie on Sunday lamented what he called the teenage “food fight” between…

Guns for domestic abusers, agency power next up at Supreme Court

The Supreme Court is already planning to dive back into the culture wars and tackle the…

Trump and DeSantis court Moms for Liberty in a sign of the group’s rising influence over the Republican Party Chattanooga Times Free Press

The two leading contenders for the Republican presidential nomination courted conservative women at the Moms for…

Migrant Bus from Texas Arrives in Los Angeles

The relocation is part of a program launched by Texas governor Greg Abbott to bring awareness…

Ron DeSantis wants to ax an agency that investigated Hunter Biden

 

In 370 days, Supreme Court conservatives dash decades of abortion and affirmative action precedents

Overturning Roe v. Wade and affirmative action in higher education had been leading goals of the…

Can Will Hurd and other conservatives save the GOP from itself?

Sometimes the message is more important than the messenger. And that may very well be the…

State of Texas: Texas looms large as race for the White House heats up

Border Campaign – The Texas primary is less than 9 months away. This week, Florida Governor…

Texas governor sends another bus of migrants to Los Angeles ahead of 4th of July weekend

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott has repeatedly said his state’s border region is overrun by migrants and…

2nd bus carrying asylum seekers from Texas arrives in Los Angeles

A bus carrying migrants from a Texas border city has arrived in downtown Los Angeles for…

2nd bus carrying asylum seekers from Texas arrives in Los Angeles

A bus carrying migrants from a Texas border city has arrived in downtown Los Angeles for…

Trump returns to campaign rallies, draws thousands to small South Carolina city ahead of July 4

Former President Donald Trump on Saturday marked a return to the large-scale rallies of his previous…

DeSantis, Seeking Attention, Uses L.G.B.T.Q Issues to Attack Trump

The Florida governor sought to contrast his record opposing gay and transgender rights in a video…

White House urged to OK permits for new border crossings without full environmental assessment

A bipartisan delegation of Texas lawmakers is so fed up with waiting for presidential permitting approval…

The Memo: Trump’s Supreme Court shows its seismic impact

The impact of former President Trump’s Supreme Court on American life is becoming clearer every day.…

Trump and DeSantis court Moms for Liberty in sign of group’s influence over GOP

Both presidential candidates appeared eager to out-flank the other as they spoke at the group’s conference…

Along With Conservative Triumphs, Signs of New Caution at Supreme Court

Chief Justice Roberts delivered both landmark victories for the right and significant rulings in which he…

Trump, DeSantis Court Moms for Liberty in Sign of Group’s Growing Influence Over GOP

PHILADELPHIA (AP) — The two leading contenders for the Republican presidential nomination courted conservative women at…

In 370 days, Supreme Court conservatives dash decades of abortion and affirmative action precedents

Overturning Roe v. Wade and affirmative action in higher education had been leading goals of the…

Environmentalists claim ‘huge victory’ in South Texas border wall fight

Environmentalists are praising the Biden administration’s announcement that it is rescinding some environmental waivers that had…

Supreme Court’s conservatives are solidly in control, but not quite as predictable as last year

It’s a conservative Supreme Court, but not quite as predictably so this year, as several surprise…

States continue to send aid to Texas

AUSTIN — Texas continues to receive resources and personnel from other states in its efforts to…

Supreme Court’s conservatives are solidly in control, but not quite as predictable as last year

WASHINGTON — The Supreme Court’s conservatives were solidly in control as they ended this year’s term…

Supreme Court Flexes Conservative Muscles in Term’s Final Days

The US Supreme Court waited until the end of its nine-month term to remind the country…

Analysis-US Supreme Court conservatives complete another assertive term

By John Kruzel and Andrew Chung WASHINGTON (Reuters) – The U.S. Supreme Court has wrapped up…

Editorial: Forget about book censorship. How do we get Texas kids to read?

As reading scores drop, summer programs at local libraries can help.  

Supreme Court will decide whether domestic abusers can have guns

The case, which will be argued next term, is the next big Second Amendment test for…

In final two-day spree, a conservative court returns to form

The chief justice spent months amassing institutional capital with centrist-seeming rulings. This week, he cashed in…

VIDEO: 1 person hospitalized after car crashes through Texas parking garage

One person is in the hospital with minor injuries after a crash in a Texas parking…

A Surprise Dedication: Honoring the Legacy of Bert Ogden and Robert C. Vackar at the Bert Ogden Auto Group Cadillac Headquarters

Mr. Vackar, unaware of the project until its unveiling, was initially puzzled by the ongoing construction.…

The conservative Supreme Court flexed its muscles. What comes next?

This week’s flurry of decisions showed the sharp divides between the conservative and liberal judges.  

Two New Members of South Texas ISD Board of Directors Sworn-In

The STISD Board of Directors is comprised of 24 members from Cameron, Hidalgo and Willacy Counties. Each county hasfour elected positions representing each County Commissioner’s Precinct.…

Environmentalists claim ‘huge victory’ in South Texas border wall fight

Environmentalists are praising the Biden administration’s announcement that it is rescinding some environmental waivers that had…

Brodesky: What do conservatives see in disgraced Paxton?

Why would voters prefer politicians who might be convicted rather than those who…  

Texas’ first special session ends without action on property taxes, border issues

Did anything of note happen during the special? “In a simple word, no.”  

Supreme Court’s conservative majority deals blow to Biden administration goals in consequential rulings

The Supreme Court handed down two momentous decisions Friday that sparked intense reaction from every corner…

Texas is fighting Chinese fentanyl traffic at the border; now Biden and Congress must act

There is currently no federal legislation likely to be signed by President Joe Biden to address…

Supreme Court’s conservatives are solidly in control, but not quite as predictable as last year

WASHINGTON — The Supreme Court’s conservatives were solidly in control as they ended this year’s term…

Supreme Court strikes down Biden’s student loan forgiveness plan as unlawful

 

Abbott’s plan to stop refugee flow with buoys may infringe on 1970 treaty with Mexico

International human rights groups are condemning the ‘cruelty’ of Abbott’s latest plan…  

White House urged to OK permits for new border crossings without full environmental assessment

A bipartisan delegation of Texas lawmakers is so fed up with waiting for presidential permitting approval…

Supreme Court strikes down Biden’s student debt relief plan

In a 6-3 decision, the court’s conservative majority ruled that Biden’s effort to erase roughly $400…

South Texas ISD Board Approves 2023-2024 Employee Compensation Plan & Benefits

The increased pay and benefits will go into effect in September.  

US Supreme Court to decide fate of Biden student loan forgiveness

The U.S Supreme Court on Friday was set to rule on the legality of President Joe…

Supreme Court blocks Biden’s student loan forgiveness program

The Supreme Court blocked the Biden administration’s student loan forgiveness plan Friday, invalidating a program aimed…

Operation Lone Star Cracks Down on Criminal Trespassing

Operation Lone Star continues to fill the dangerous gaps left by the Biden Administration’s refusal to…

Supreme Court strikes down Biden’s student loan plan, withholding relief from millions of Texans

U.S. Supreme Court rules against Joe Biden’s plan forgiving student loans for up to 43 million…

States continue to send aid to Texas

AUSTIN — Texas continues to receive resources and personnel from other states in its efforts to…

The end of race-conscious admissions at Texas universities

Texas Democrats voiced disappointment.  

Texas is becoming a key campaign stop for GOP presidential hopefuls

Florida governor Ron DeSantis recently stumped in Eagle Pass, with a heavy focus on border issues.…

The end of race-conscious admissions at Texas universities

Texas Democrats voiced disappointment.  

Roads buckling in the heat: The Good, Bad, and Ugly of the week

The Houston Matters panel of non-experts weighs in on stories from the week’s news and decides…

White House urged to OK permits for new border crossings without full environmental assessment

A bipartisan delegation of Texas lawmakers are so fed up with waiting for presidential permitting approval…

States continue to send aid to Texas

AUSTIN — Texas continues to receive resources and personnel from other states in its efforts to…

States continue to send aid to Texas

AUSTIN — Texas continues to receive resources and personnel from other states in its efforts to…

STC Introduces New Tuition Model

“With the exception of student activity fees, all other fees have been rolled into one, making…

White House urged to OK permits for new border crossings without full environmental assessment

A bipartisan delegation of Texas lawmakers are so fed up with waiting for presidential permitting approval…

Three From Top 10 Most Wanted Lists Back in Custody

A Crime Stoppers reward will be paid in Gaeta’s capture.  

Weslaco EDC Awarded Prestigious 2023 Workforce Excellence Award

The award recognizes the EDCW for its partnership and collaboration with South Texas College and the…

UT-Austin only Texas public university affected by Supreme Court’s ending use of race in admissions

No other public universities use race as a factor, but Texas private schools like Rice…  

Houston-area officials say Supreme Court’s affirmative action decision a ‘profound setback’

The decision could end the ability of colleges and universities, public and private, to do what…

FemCity Speaker Sabrina Walker Hernandez, July 11th

We invite every woman to come and hear about what makes you feel empowered. Come discover…

DeSantis says as US president he would eliminate IRS and other agencies

Florida governor vows to ‘push back against woke ideology … we see creeping into all institutions…

Pharr Housing Authority, PSJA ISD Award Over $65,000 in Scholarships

Project READ was able to award numerous scholarships, ranging from $1,000 to $3,000 to students residing…

Weekend Festivity Road Closures & Traffic Changes

Starting at 9 A.M. On Friday, June 30, 2023, a portion of Freddy Gonzalez will be…

Brownsville’s Salute to Freedom, July 1st

The Salute to Freedom Celebration is a special event dedicated to honoring and recognizing the individuals…

Friday With The City To Feature Mayor John Cowen Jr., June 30th

The City of Brownsville, in partnership with the Brownsville Chamber of Commerce, will host Friday with…

$6,440,000 for Key Road Projects in Hidalgo County Pct. 3

The funding will help improve the quality of life and prosperity for constituents that reside near…

GOP presidential candidates applaud Supreme Court’s affirmative action ruling on ‘toxic’ college admissions

Several Republican presidential candidates applaud the Supreme Court’s 6-3 ruling severely limiting affirmative action in college…

Book Discussion: The Grapes of Wrath, July 25th

For more information, or to sign up for the book discussion, please call our Reference Desk…

El Paso becomes hub for migrant processing

Border agents are using a new, massive soft-sided facility in Northeast El Paso to process thousands…

U.S. Supreme Court strikes down university race-conscious admissions policies

The U.S. Supreme Court on Thursday struck down race-conscious student admissions programs currently used at Harvard…

DeSantis accused of breaking the law with Texas border trip

‘His campaign has to reimburse the state of Texas for the cost, or else he’s received…

Supreme Court strikes down affirmative action programs at Harvard and UNC

The ruling is the culmination of a decades-long effort to end the consideration of race in…

With race-based admissions no longer an option, states may imitate Te…

Now that the U.S. Supreme Court has ruled the practice unconstitutional, admissions experts say other states…

Edinburg Public Works Dept. Receives State Safety Award

Texas Border Business EDINBURG, Texas – Congratulations are in order for the City of Edinburg Public Works…

U.S. Supreme Court strikes down consideration of race in college admi…

The court’s ruling will change admissions practices at the University of Texas at Austin, the state’s…

Koch Network Raises Over $70 Million for Push to Sink Trump

Americans for Prosperity Action is wading into a Republican presidential primary for the first time, and…

Guidelines for Peñitas Businesses to Reopen

The area affected by the boil water notice is bounded by Tom Gill Road, Jarachinas Road,…

Texas is becoming a key campaign stop for GOP presidential hopefuls

Florida governor Ron DeSantis recently stumped in Eagle Pass, with a heavy focus on border issues.…

New Texas laws favor parents in child abuse investigations as legisla…

Legislators also passed bills that will provide foster kids entering the troubled system with duffel bags…

Republicans’ Problem in Attacking Biden: They Helped Pass His Economic Bills

No doubt they will take swings at him anyway. But it may be more difficult to…

‘Man Down!’: Surviving the Texas Heat in Prisons Without Air-Conditioning

The record June heat has been particularly dangerous inside the state’s prisons, where indoor temperatures can…

Texas; fragile power grid is holding up through increased demand due to extreme heat

Much of the southern part of the U.S. is under a heat advisory this week. In…

Ye Olde Witch Hunt Tactic Makes a Comeback in Right-Wing War on Public Education

Which course is witch?  

Texas Boys Choir and Singing Girls of Texas to require birth certificate before audition

After nearly three hours of public testimony, the board approved the changes 4-2.  

Williamson County woman files a lawsuit against Travis County District Attorney, claiming first amendment rights were violated

A Williamson County woman files a legal complaint against Travis County District Attorney Jose Garza, claiming…

Keller ISD passes policies targeting bathrooms, pronouns for transgender students

The vote comes after a wave of conservative candidates were catapulted onto North Texas school boards.…

Rivalry between Trump and DeSantis deepens with dueling New Hampshire campaign events

The rivalry between Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and former President Donald Trump deepened Tuesday as the…

9 ‘preventable’ heat-related deaths reported in South Texas border county

The medical examiner for Webb County says nine people have died in the past eight days…

DeSantis’s Taxpayer-Funded Helicopter Ride in Texas Draws Scrutiny

It’s not the first time that the Florida governor has faced accusations of inappropriately blurring the…

Harlingen CISD Budget Increases Employee Salaries, Decreases Taxes

The Harlingen Consolidated Independent School District Board of Trustees adopted a $212,311,847 budget aligned with the district’s…

Two Stash Houses Shut Down in Laredo Sector

Citizens are encouraged to report suspicious activity to the U.S. Border Patrol while remaining anonymous by…

RNC won’t present loyalty pledge until after candidates qualify for debate: Sources

Republican presidential candidates who qualify for the first primary debate will will then have to sign…

Fireworks Show at Independence Day Festival in Pharr, July 1st

The incredible 30-minute fireworks show will start at 9 pm.  

9 ‘preventable’ heat-related deaths reported in South Texas border county

The medical examiner for Webb County says nine people have died in the past eight days…

Brownsville Approves $31M for Roads & Infrastructure

In addition to road projects, the proceeds from the issuance will be utilized as matching funds for the development andinfrastructure of the award-winning Gladys Porter Zoo.…

A Texas city shelters nearly all homeless residents in one place. It’s turning heads in California

The Haven for Hope homeless shelter in San Antonio houses most of the Texas city’s unhoused…

4 suspects arrested in human smuggling incident with 53 deaths

 

Fort Bend woman picked to fill in for her politician husband in Texas Legislature

Fanny Jetton will take over temporarily for her husband, Texas Rep. Jacey Jetton, who was…  

17 Restaurants in The Peñitas Area Shut Down Due to Water Issues by Local Provider

The Agua Special Utility District is under a boil water notice because of reduced distribution system…

Sanctuary Cities Can Be Better Prepared to Welcome Migrants

Conservative politicians’ migrant stunts present a unique opportunity for sanctuary cities, writes Alejandra Oliva.