Texas Just Ditched Laws Requiring Water Breaks

Meanwhile, the temperature in San Antonio is going to be over 100 degrees for the next…

Funeral held for 8-year-old who died in Border Patrol custody at Texas border

The mother of 8-year-old Anadith Danay Reyes Alvarez said she warned agents that her daughter had…

‘Monsters’ destroyed: Mexico dismantles armored vehicles seized from cartels

Mexican prosecutors dismantled more than a dozen armored vehicles seized after confrontations with criminal organizations in…

Texas civil rights groups encouraged after redistricting decision

Justices sided with Black voters in a redistricting case.  

The Conversation: Juneteenth, Jim Crow and how the fight of one Black Texas family to make freedom real offers lessons for Texas lawmakers trying to erase history from the classroom

THE CONVERSATION — The news was startling. On June 19, 1865, two months after the U.S.…

Column: Texas vs. California: Mean tweets, migrant dumping and the ‘race to the bottom’

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott is caught in an increasingly nasty feud with fellow Republicans. So how…

Texas GOP, others condemn House impeachment, call on Senate to dismiss ‘illegal’ vote

(The Center Square) – The Republican Party of Texas, since May 27, has argued the Texas…

Bused from Texas to L.A.: Little food, sketchy bathroom facilities for 20 hours on the road

More than 21,600 migrants have been transported across the country from Texas, under a plan hastily…

Conservative leader wants to oust Iowa justices over their abortion ruling

DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) — An anti-abortion leader is calling for the resignation or removal of…

Inside the deepening rivalry between Ron DeSantis and Gavin Newsom

California Gov. Gavin Newsom says there’s no chance “on God’s green earth” he’s running for president…

U.S. Senate Republican leadership to raise money for Justice

CHARLESTON — Top Republican leaders in the U.S. Senate are placing their support behind Gov. Jim…

State Sen. Angela Paxton will “carry out my duty” and attend her husb…

Suspended Attorney General Ken Paxton faces charges of bribery and obstruction of justice in his upcoming…

Cornyn call to dump Trump risks alienating Republican base voters

WASHINGTON — Texas Sen. John Cornyn says it’s time for the Republican party to dump former…

‘I Nearly Died’: Texas Abortion Case Reveals New US Reality

Amanda Zurawski, a resident of Texas, almost died waiting for an abortion she desperately didn’t want.…

What is Juneteenth? Embracing America’s progress towards equality

SYLACAUGA, Ala. – On Saturday, June 17, the Sylacauga community celebrated the country’s newest federal holiday…

USC Juneteenth celebration: Trojans reflect on what holiday means

Some pay tribute to enslaved ancestors during USC Juneteenth celebration; others see holiday as a modern-day…

Texas Regional Bank, A Milestone Groundbreaking Celebration for the Rio Grande City Branch

This endeavor represents an investment of roughly 4 million dollars.  

Rules of Ken Paxton’s impeachment trial to be announced Tuesday

Paxton took to social media Monday and called the trial a “kangaroo court,” before asking the…

Texas installing buoys in Rio Grande to deter border crossings

Texas installing buoys to deter border crossings  

U.S., Mexico ready to give border’s ‘Most Wanted’ program another shot

U.S. and Mexican officials are in talks to rekindle a binational most wanted criminals’ program with…

2023 Regional Superintendent of the Year

The Superintendent of the Year Program honors administrators for achievement and excellence in public school administration.…

Analysis of Texas’ Economy Finds Reasons for Optimism

Texas’ economy led the nation’s growth for the two most recent quarters, growing at an average…

DeSantis Raises Cash in California and Pokes at Governor

The Florida governor made a fund-raising stop in Sacramento not far from the home of Gov.…

SkillsUSA Gold Medalists Ready for National Competition, June 19-23

Jessica Alaniz, Julia Farris, Melanie Limon, Alfredo Molina, Christopher Paul, Reymundo Salinas and Edna Vargas will…

GOP leaders face factional threats to paralyze House again

House GOP leaders return to Washington this week struggling to quell the conservative angst that’s threatening…

Gov. Greg Abbott vetoed 76 bills this session, nearing the state record

The governor appears to be using vetoed bills as leverage to pass his priorities.  

Tainted drugs on Mexico border could pose threat to travelers

Recent investigations showed an increase in counterfeit drugs being sold in Mexican pharmacies.  

Donald Trump thrives amid legal woes, but the stakes couldn’t be higher

With two criminal indictments and several more possible, Donald Trump carries more legal baggage than any…

Governor Abbott Signs Six Bills to Address Biden’s Border Crisis Federation for American Immigration Reform

On June 8, Texas Governor Greg Abbott signed six bills passed by the state legislature during…

Editorial Roundup: Texas

Austin American-Statesman. June 11, 2023. Editorial: State has failed disabled Texans for far too long Even…

L.A. welcomes migrants bused from Texas

A month and a half ago, Miguel Ángel got off a bus in Los Angeles. He…

Spider Monkey Intercepted by BP at Gateway International Bridge

HSI initiated a criminal investigation and arrested the driver. The spider monkey was returned to Mexico.…

GOP leaders face down conservative threats to paralyze House again

House GOP leaders return to Washington this week struggling to quell the conservative angst that’s threatening…

Drag has always been about resistance, and performing in Idaho is no exception

Idaho drag performers say they feel the political, verbal and even physical threats against them, their…

Fentanyl is dominating headlines, but there’s a more comprehensive dr…

Lawmakers are passing laws in an attempt to slow the rise in fentanyl overdoses, but drug…

GOP leaders face down conservative threats to paralyze House again

House GOP leaders return to Washington this week struggling to quell the conservative angst that’s threatening…

Fentanyl is dominating headlines, but there’s a more comprehensive drug problem happening in Texas

Lawmakers are passing laws in an attempt to slow the rise in fentanyl overdoses, but drug…

Cornyn call to dump Trump risks alienating Republican base voters

Cornyn’s approach reflects the tricky path leading Senate Republicans must navigate as they try to push…

GOP leaders face down conservative threats to paralyze House again

House GOP leaders return to Washington this week struggling to quell the conservative angst that’s threatening…

Donald Trump thrives amid legal woes, but the stakes couldn’t be higher

With two criminal indictments and several more possible, Donald Trump carries more legal baggage than any…

Girl who died in Border Patrol custody mourned at New York funeral

“We are laying our baby to rest and may she rest in peace,” the Alvarez family…

L.A. Latinos welcome 42 migrants bused from Texas as ‘brothers and sisters’

A number of L.A. Latinos empathize with immigrants bused to California and other liberal cities from…

Family of eight-year-old girl who died in US border patrol custody ‘want justice’

Relatives of Anadith Reyez Álvarez, who died of influenza when detained in Texas, want to ensure…

Gavin Newsom says Fox News, host Sean Hannity are on a ‘doom loop about California’

SACRAMENTO, Calif. — Gov. Gavin Newsom accused Fox News of airing a “doom loop about California”…

Hundreds celebrate Greatest Little Pride in Texas event in Kempner

 

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Government shutdown warnings rise as Republicans seek deeper cuts in budget battle  

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Biden returns to Philadelphia to rally with union workers in first big event of his 2024…

Texas Smashes Total Jobs Record for 20 Months in a Row

“Texas’ robust economy stands apart as a model for the nation,” said Governor Abbott.  

The border is still a mess. I’m glad Austin is trying to fix it

The Texas Legislature recently closed sine die and was immediately called back into special session by…

Funeral held for 8-year-old who died in Border Patrol custody

The U.S. Border Patrol is investigating the death of Anadith Danay Reyes Álvarez.  

Speaker Phelan draws second challenger for 2024 election

“I’m running because we have no voice, because somebody had to stand up for what’s…  

The Memo: Trump’s legal defenses draw derision — even from some conservatives

Former President Trump and his allies have been throwing up defenses over the Mar-a-Lago documents since…

The “anti-intellectual attack” on higher ed will take years to undo

Here’s what’s really behind the right-wing campaign on academic freedom.  

Border agents stop Tesla loaded with migrants in camouflage

EL PASO, Texas (Border Report) – A Phoenix resident who admitted to authorities he drove to…

Gavin Newsom says Fox News, host Sean Hannity are on a ‘doom loop about California’

The second half of a two-part interview between Gov. Gavin Newsom and Fox News host Sean…

Bronx family mourning loss of 8-year-old Anadith Tanay Reyes Alvarez, who died in Border Patrol custody in Texas

The 8-year-old, who had a heart condition and sickle cell anemia, passed away in Border Patrol…

Rep. Andrew Murr Defends Investigation as Local Republicans Condemn Ken Paxton’s Impeachment

The Collin County GOP called on the Senate to throw out the articles of impeachment against…

Texas AG Ken Paxton impeached: What to know about the controversy, what comes next

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton was impeached on May 27, becoming the state’s first statewide official…

Republicans tout conservative credentials in lieutenant governor primary

Mississippi Lt. Gov. Delbert Hosemann and state Sen. Chris McDaniel, the fellow Republican trying to unseat…

Private tech and public money meet at Border Security Expo

The annual meetup offers a look at the future of law enforcement along the border.  

Texas governor signs bill to ban DEI offices at state public colleges

Texas GOP Gov. Greg Abbott signed a bill Wednesday that bans diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI)…

Weary parents, young children bused from Texas to L.A. in latest ‘political stunt’

The third group of migrants sent to California in transportation chartered by state governments in Texas…

It’s Dan Patrick’s mean tweets vs. Greg Abbott’s vetoes. Is this how Texas cuts taxes?

Republican infighting on property taxes hasn’t led to actual blows — yet. Opinion  

Border agency reassigns chief medical officer after custody death of 8-year-old girl

The 8-year-old girl’s mother pleaded for an ambulance but was ignored despite her daughter’s chronic heart…

‘POTUS just called me’: Pa. GOP emails shed new light on 2020 election upheaval

The emails show how conspiracy theories permeated the Legislature. One lawmaker said a fellow Republican was…

Supreme Court’s conservative majority to decide direction of law on race, elections and religious freedom this month

 

Border agency reassigns chief medical officer after 8-year-old girl dies in Texas facility

U.S. Customs and Border Protection has reassigned its chief medical officer after the in-custody death of…

LA’s Immigrant Advocates Respond Quickly After 42 Migrants Bused From Texas Border (And Other Headlines)

Many of the individuals have connected with relatives in California  

Morning Rundown: Deadly Texas tornado, Reddit moderator rules and Neil Gorsuch opinion

 

Texas senators introduce bill to rename Plano VA clinic for Sam Johnson

Sens. Cruz and Cornyn want to rename a Plano VA clinic for long-time Texas representative and…

Behind the drag protests in North Texas: Who is picketing, and why queens won’t give in

Why are drag shows suddenly so controversial? Activists vow to end them in North Texas, but…

What the possible end to race-conscious admissions means for Texas un…

Here’s what you need to know ahead of the U.S. Supreme Court’s expected ruling on two…

Meet the 4 whistleblowers behind most of the impeachment allegations …

Once high-ranking officials in the attorney general’s office, the four were fired after reporting concerns about…

Texas sends bus carrying more than 40 migrants to Los Angeles

 

Texas bans transgender athletes in college sports under new law signed by Gov. Abbott

AUSTIN, Texas — Transgender athletes can’t play on Texas college sports teams that don’t align with…

Breaking Ground on Fire Station #8, June 21st

The estimated completion date is October, 2024.  

Governor Signs Vital Save Women’s Sports Act

“Today is an important day for female athletes across the state of Texas, including little girls…

A major lawsuit challenging Biden’s student-loan forgiveness might have just been undermined by a new ruling from conservative Justice Amy Coney Barrett

In a Supreme Court decision on Thursday, Barrett said a state did not have standing to…

Texas governor signs bill placing limits on transgender athletes in college sports

Texas Republican Gov. Greg Abbott signed a law Thursday barring transgender college athletes in the state…

Border Patrol, Texas DPS stop cloned FedEx vans smuggling migrants in El Paso

 

Texas governor signs bill placing limits on transgender athletes in college sports

By Andy Rose and Jack Forrest, CNN  

Port Houston Handles 1.5M Twenty-foot Equivalent Units thru May

“Port Houston is a hub for cargo of all kinds, and the Houston Ship Channel a…

City councilor from Mexican border city arrested with cocaine in Texas

A city councilor from the Mexican border city of Reynosa has been arrested at a checkpoint…

Birds of Prey show TONIGHT!

The event will take place 6:30-8:30pm. Tickets are $5 and can be pre-purchased at quintamazatlan.ticketleap.com.  

“Victor Pérez: A Visionary Leader Steering Pharr’s Economic Renaissance –

An Inside Look at the Strategies, Initiatives, and Future Prospects”  

Region One ESC Special Education Symposium

The two-day event, which combined the Region One ESC Special Education Institute and Early Childhood Symposium,…

Finding Success at Major Engineering, Planning & Environmental Services Firm

“I found his homebuilding process fascinating,” he said.  

Inside a conservative confab for young women, where feminism is a lie

For the modern MAGA woman, happiness might mean being a “trad wife,” fearing trans women and…

Texas sends busload of migrants to Los Angeles for first time

Texas has sent more than 20,000 migrants to Democrat-run cities across the US to protest federal…

L.A. mayor slams Abbott for ‘despicable stunt’ after Texas sends more migrants to California

About 40 migrants were transported to Los Angeles from Texas earlier this week as part of…

Mom and son fight rapids for 4 hours after they get stranded in Rio Grande, feds say

Agents said rocks and “swift water” made the rescue more difficult.  

There’s No Evidence for Claims That Environmentally Friendly Investments Are Bad for the Poor

There is no evidence for Republican claims that considering the environmental impacts of investment is bad for the poor—part of the…

Why a former Houstonian left town seeking a more welcoming environment for her child.

Kimberly Shappley is one of the women profiled in the upcoming Independent Lens documentary Mama Bears.…

Texas’ solution to Biden’s border bungle

At long last, government officials are doing something about the Mexican drug cartels that are ravaging…

WATCH: Migrants in Eagle Pass, Texas, try to outrun border law enforcement

During a ride along with deputies from the Maverick County Sheriff’s office this week, Border Report…

WATCH: Migrants in Eagle Pass, Texas, try to outrun border law enforcement

During a ride along with deputies from the Maverick County Sheriff’s office this week, Border Report…

RGV Sector, Air & Marine Agents Rescue Mother & Son from Drowning

Border Patrol processed all the individuals accordingly.  

Laredo Agents Halt Two Human Smuggling Attempts At I-35 Checkpoint

From both cases a total of 30 individuals were removed and processed accordingly.  

Ribbon Cutting for Eastside Soccer Park

East Side Soccer Park includes soccer fields, restrooms, single and inclusive playground systems, half court concrete…

Supreme Court’s conservative majority to decide direction of law on race, elections and religious freedom this month

As the Supreme Court races to issue all outstanding opinions by a self-imposed early July deadline,…

Mexican politician Denisse Ahumada arrested in Texas after 93 pounds of cocaine found in her car, prosecutors say

Court records show she was arrested on June 10 at an inland security checkpoint in Falfurrias,…

42 migrants dropped off in LA from Texas border

 

Firebrand Texas Bishop Strickland to lead procession to protest LA Dodgers

A controversial Texas bishop will lead a procession this Friday in Los Angeles sponsored by a…

Texas sends first bus of illegal border crossers to Los Angeles

(The Center Square) – A bus of foreign nationals who illegally entered Texas and were apprehended…

At the Texas border, these students help asylum-seekers make their case

Firsthand accounts from legal aid providers at the Texas border highlight the obstacles asylum seekers encounter…

WATCH: Migrants in Eagle Pass, Texas, try to outrun border law enforcement

During a ride along with deputies from the Maverick County Sheriff’s office this week, Border Report…

Abbott Sends Migrants From Texas to Los Angeles for the First Time

The Texas governor said he sent at least 42 migrants from his state to California because…

Sen. Drew Springer: Legislative Update

On Monday the 88th Legislative Session came to a close. Those 140 days flew by fast,…

Documents show how conservative doctors influenced abortion, trans rights

The American College of Pediatricians gained outsize political influence in recent years, promoting views rejected by…

US Relocating CBP One Appointments Away From Texas Border Crossing

 

WATCH: Migrants in Eagle Pass, Texas, try to outrun border law enforcement

During a ride along with deputies from the Maverick County Sheriff’s office this week, Border Report…

DeSantis, Abbot duel on policies ahead of 2024 race

Each is trying to one-up the other with appeals to the base.  

WATCH: Migrants in Eagle Pass, Texas, try to outrun border law enforcement

During a ride along with deputies from the Maverick County Sheriff’s office this week, Border Report…

Los Angeles nonprofits assist as Texas sends dozens of migrants to California by bus

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott announced that some migrants in the state have been sent by bus…

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott buses 42 migrants to Los Angeles

“They are exhausted, tired and traumatized,” said Jorge-Mario Cabrera, a spokesperson for the nonprofit Coalition for…

WATCH: Migrants in Eagle Pass, Texas, try to outrun border law enforcement

During a ride along with deputies from the Maverick County Sheriff’s office this week, Border Report…

Texas migrants bused to LA Union Station in latest salvo from immigration wars

LA City Council last week approved a motion directing various city departments to take the steps…

Most liberal county in conservative states

Stacker compiled New York Times data and Gallup polling data to identify counties in conservative states…

City councilor from Mexican border city arrested with cocaine in Texas

A city councilor from the Mexican border city of Reynosa has been arrested at a checkpoint…

New Effort Aims to Take Down One of the GOP’s Most Vulnerable Senators: Ted Cruz

Lose Cruz, a new campaign launching on June 14, represents a significant investment in defeating him.…