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Texas would need about $81.5 billion a year to end property taxes, officials say
“Texas would need about $81.5 billion a year to end property taxes, officials say” was…
Challenges remain to finally connect all of Texas to broadband
AUSTIN (KXAN) — The state is working toward making faster, more reliable internet service available…
All Texas police officer licenses now searchable online
AUSTIN (KXAN) – In a major change for police transparency, the Texas Commission on Law…
When Will Texas Workers Finally Get Protections from Heat Exposure?
For more than a decade, Democratic U.S. Representative Greg Casar, an ex-Austin City Council member now…
The Swiss Debt Brake Is the Patek Philippe of Fiscal Rules
The Swiss are renowned for crafting the finest watches in the world, such as the…
Can Texas eliminate property taxes?
AUSTIN (Nexstar) — The short answer: no. The longer answer: definitely no, at least not…
What Trump 2.0 Would Mean for Texas
Democrats underwent a dramatic change in their 2024 presidential ticket ahead of their convention, going from…
Meet Student Government’s leadership team
Fresh faces, new ideas and a commitment to making positive changes on campus: Meet the…
Shortlist for where the Texas Water Fund’s $1 billion could go first
AUSTIN (KXAN) — Voters went to the polls last November and overwhelmingly supported creation of…
Four Texas laws passed in 2023 take effect on Sunday
AUSTIN (KXAN) — A handful of state laws passed in 2023 go into effect on…
State of Texas: Scrutiny into voter rolls brings concern of chilling effect
AUSTIN (Nexstar) — Texas has removed 1.1 million people from voter rolls since 2021, Gov.…
Greg Abbott, Jasmine Crockett, Ken Paxton among lawmakers reacting to Dallas PD shooting
Lawmakers and public officials across Dallas-Fort Worth and Texas issued swift reactions Friday morning to…
Texas Vital Statistics no longer accepts court orders to update birth certificate sex markers
AUSTIN (KXAN) — The Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) made an unannounced policy…
Chris Hayes Gets in a Snit Over Nate Silver’s New Poll, Calls Electoral College a ‘National Suicide Pact’
Looks like someone needs to say this for the hundred thousandth-and-second time: The United States…
Louisiana Leaders Call on Speaker Johnson, Leader Scalise to Back Bill Saving AM Radio in Cars
Twenty years ago, one of the most destructive storms to hit the United States made…
Montana Group Offering to Pay College Athletes to Endorse Senator Jon Tester by Way of NIL Deals
It’s something Republicans will joke about: Democrats handing “walking around” money to people in exchange…
Texas regulators approve $5.4 billion in government loans for natural gas power plants
AUSTIN — Texas electricity regulators picked 17 companies Thursday that will move forward with government-financed…
Colin Allred’s understated campaign strategy draws mixed reviews from fellow Democrats
Allred’s sharp divergence from Beto O’Rourke’s more active campaign style has stirred dissent among some…
Newsom Tells CA Lawmakers He’ll Force Special Session If They Don’t Pass His Bill to Increase Gas Prices
Grasping for relevance, California Gov. Gavin Newsom is in the midst of a bit of…
Local Government – 9/5/2024
The Senate Committee on Local Government will meet Thursday, September 5th, at 11:00 A.M.to hear…
Wednesday Morning Minute
Good morning, and welcome to RedState’s “Morning Minute” — a brief glimpse at which stories…
Abbott: Border barriers needed between New Mexico, Texas
(NewsNation) — When it comes to stopping illegal immigration, Texas Gov. Greg Abbott is focused…
Texas looks to protect artists from artificial intelligence fakes
AUSTIN (Nexstar) — Josh Abbott is proud of the Texas roots that ring through his…
Rio Grande Valley’s Struggle with Water Shortages and Government Inaction
U.S. Senators John Cornyn (R-TX) and John Boozman (R-AR), the Senate Agriculture Committee’s Ranking Member,…
Riley Gaines to No-Show Georgia Tech President: ‘What Are You Hiding?’
In recent months, I’ve gained a lot of genuine respect and admiration for Riley Gaines,…
Small Cook Inlet producers say they need state government help before drilling for new natural gas
The Tyonek platform, right, in Cook Inlet, is currently home to the region’s only offshore…
Opinion | The GOP’s ‘election integrity’ obsession could backfire in Texas
For years, Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has easily ranked among the most destructively partisan…
JD Vance Once Again Schools Liberal Sunday Show Hosts, Especially on the Border
Yet again, Sen. JD Vance (R-OH) did a Sunday show appearance to sell the Trump-Vance…
The Harris Campaign Is Desperate To Get Out Of That Debate
I don’t know if there will be a presidential debate or not, but I do…
1.1M ineligible voters removed from Texas voter rolls
AUSTIN (Nexstar) — Texas has removed 1.1 million people from voter rolls since 2021, Gov.…
Governor Abbott Announces Over 1 Million Ineligible Voters Removed From Voter Rolls
Governor Greg Abbott today announced that since signing Senate Bill 1 into law in 2021, Texas…
State of Texas: Texans speak at DNC as race tightens
AUSTIN (Nexstar) — Democrats formally nominated Vice President Kamala Harris for President at their convention…
East Texas turns out for Ted Cruz’s Keep Texas, Texas Tour
East Texans filled the venue Saturday for Sen. Ted Cruz’s Tyler stop of the Keep…
NEW: NY Post Op-Ed Claims Kamala’s Brother-in-Law Fleeced Taxpayers for Billions While a DOJ Lawyer
Hunter Biden may be shamelessly corrupt, but there’s more than one way to skin a…
Driverless Cruise vehicles resume testing operations in Texas
TEXAS (KXAN) — The ride-hailing service Uber is collaborating with autonomous vehicle company Cruise to…
Texas DPS Director Col. Steve McCraw announces retirement
Texas DPS Texas DPS Director Steve McCraw announces retirement Director announces his retirement at a…
The UK Cracks Down on Free Speech. Would a Democrat-Controlled America Do the Same?
I must begin with an admission. I woke up Thursday morning more uneasy about my…
Ranked-Choice Repeal Upheld: Alaska Supreme Court Rules, Issue to Be on November Ballot
Despite a bitter contest waged by the left and funded with a lot of money…
Progressive Democrat’s ad decrying “chaos” on the border riles up her…
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Harris shrinks Trump’s lead in Texas, Allred within striking distance of Cruz, poll finds
“Harris shrinks Trump’s lead in Texas, Allred within striking distance of Cruz, poll finds” was…
Poll: Harris shrinks Trump’s lead in Texas, Cruz slightly ahead of Allred
HOUSTON (KXAN) — Former President Donald Trump leads Vice President Kamala Harris in Texas by…
Untested. Unprepared. Ready to Do As She’s Told on Day One
At long last, on Wednesday the world got to read Kamala “The Cypher™” Harris’s policy…
DNC speakers to address immigration tonight as party embraces tougher border measures
Politics By , Fin Gómez Updated on: August 21, 2024 / 8:55 PM EDT /…
Texas social media safety law faces court challenge
AUSTIN (Nexstar) — A new state law designed to protect children from harmful online content…
‘At what cost?’: Many Central Texas districts make cuts as they face million-dollar deficits
Investigative Summary: A KXAN analysis of Central Texas school districts found most districts that have…
Did Anyone Notice This Funny Transition During the Democratic Convention Last Night?
Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-VT) addressed the Democratic National Convention, offering the same speech he’s given…
Parting Shots: Biden Administration Taking One Last Shot at Alaska’s Energy Production
I’ve always maintained one can describe most of Alaska in three words: vast, wild, and…
LIVE: Election Results – Alaska, Florida, and Wyoming
I swear we’re almost there — we’re in the home stretch of primaries. But we’re…
Tim Walz Appears Unannounced at PA Delegate Breakfast, Calls on Dems to Thank Joe Biden
Minnesota Governor and vice-presidential candidate Tim Walz showed up unannounced at the Pennsylvania Democratic National…
WATCH: Joe Biden’s Democratic National Convention Pre-Speech Walkthrough Did Not Go Well
A running theme with the Trump campaign, since President Joe Biden was forced to withdraw…
State of Texas: Other states could shape Texas education savings account plan
AUSTIN (Nexstar) – As students across Texas returned to school, House lawmakers headed to the…
Biden’s Former Chief of Staff Admits Kamala Harris Vice Presidency Was a Failure
It’s not until you’re somewhat deep into yet another mainstream media puff piece of Kamala…
Stacey Abrams, Who Tried and Failed to Be Named Joe Biden’s Running Mate, Has Thoughts About JD Vance
Georgia Governor Governor Runner-up woman Stacey Abrams was given a chance to talk about someone…
‘She Doesn’t Need to Negotiate Against Herself’: Democrats Beg Harris to Hide Radical Agenda Before Nov
When I initially saw this article, my first thought was surprise — surprise that Democrat…
Greg Abbott cheers new triple razor wire barriers at southern border
Texas Governor Greg Abbott praised his state’s installation of additional razor wire along the U.S.-Mexico…
Where’s the Momentum? Kamala Harris’ North Carolina Campaign Event Is Light on Attendees
This writer takes images like this with a grain of salt. We already told you…
‘A monumental achievement’: Texas Water Development Board adopts first-ever statewide flood plan
SAN ANTONIO – In what the Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) chairwoman called a “monumental…
Texas’ overcrowded and understaffed jails send people awaiting trial to other counties and states
Two Saturdays a month, Sorcha Costigan climbs into her Jeep and drives 100 miles from…
Health & Human Services – 9/19/2024
The Senate Health and Human Services Committee will meet Thursday, September 19,2024 at 8:30am to…
Health & Human Services – 9/18/2024
The Senate Health and Human Services Committee will meet Wednesday, September 18,2024 at 9:00am to…
Texas Upstream Employment Increases
TIPRO’s new workforce data yet again indicated strong job postings for the Texas oil and…
GOP Lawmakers Want Answers Regarding Allegations That Secret Service Tried to Cover UP Cocaine-gate
Sen. Ted Cruz (R-TX) and Rep. Darrell Issa (R-CA) want to know if there was…
Texas program designed to expand arresting power of U.S. Border Patrol agents off to slow start
A state program intended to expand the arresting powers of U.S. Border Patrol agents working…
Texas program designed to expand arresting power of U.S. Border Patrol agents off to slow start
A state program intended to expand the arresting powers of U.S. Border Patrol agents working…
‘Big, bold, historic’: Texas unveils first-ever $55 billion State Flood Plan
AUSTIN (Nexstar) — Seven years after Hurricane Harvey killed 88 Texans and left $125 billion…
The Biden-Harris Regime’s Latest Betrayal of Israel Will Make Your Blood Run Cold
The Biden-Harris regime is supposed to be an ally of Israel and occasionally sends signals…
2024 election: Exploring claim Texas is ‘sleeper battleground state’
AUSTIN (KXAN) — Texas Democrats have long claimed the state is within reach of flipping,…
Judge blocks Texas from releasing this year’s school accountability ratings
(Texas Tribune) — A Travis County judge has blocked the Texas Education Agency from releasing…
Turning Trauma Into Activism: She’s Fighting for Reproductive Rights in Texas and Beyond
When I talked to Amanda Zurawski in early August, she had just finished: a Women For…
Texas attorney general opens investigation into CenterPoint’s response to Hurricane Beryl
AUSTIN (KXAN) — Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton said his office opened an investigation into…
Texas Lottery Commission ‘stuck between a rock and a hard place,’ Sunset Advisory Commission says
AUSTIN (KXAN) – A recent report looking into the Texas Lottery Commission (TLC) found deficiencies…
Walz says ‘the problem in Texas is pretty bad’ and Gov. Abbott ‘has a point’ on border crisis
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz, the presumptive Democratic vice presidential nominee, recently said that Texas Gov.…
Gender Malpractice! Detransitioners, Led Into Treatments As Teens, Now Suing Planned Parenthood
There is a reason that civilized countries universally define an age of majority – an…
Dems in Shaky Seats Plan to Avoid Chicago Convention and Harris/Walz Coronation
The story being peddled is that Democrats and their propaganda arm, otherwise known as the…
From the East Coast to the West, Hunter Biden’s Legal Team Keeps Stepping on Rakes
It’s safe to say 2024 likely won’t go down as a banner year in Biden…
Walz says Abbott ‘has a point’ on border crisis
(The Center Square) – Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz, the presumptive Democratic vice presidential nominee, admits…
CNN’s Brianna Keilar: JD Vance Is an ‘Imperfect Messenger’ As His Service in Iraq is Not Really Combat
The evidence against the pro-abort, anti-gun, and anti-courage Democrat nominee for vice president, Minnesota Governor…
Former TX senator Don Huffines’ foundation releases plan for economic war on Mexico
The Huffines Liberty Foundation is calling on the State of Texas to wage “economic war”…
City of Pharr Celebrates $20 Million Allocation for Bridge Expansion
Texas Border Business – Advertisement – Pharr, Texas – In a major step forward for…
WATCH: City of Pharr Celebrates $20 Million Allocation for Bridge Expansion
– Advertisement – Texas Border Business Pharr, Texas – In a major step forward for…
Kamala Harris was our border czar. In Texas, we saw what that means
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JD Vance Levels a Reporter Freaking Out Over His ‘Cat Lady’ Comments
JD Vance is in Pennsylvania campaigning, and he’s dropping dimes on reporters while doing so. …
Head of Hidalgo County Health & Human Services Announces Retirement
Texas Border Business – Advertisement – EDINBURG –Eduardo “Eddie” Olivarez, the Chief Administrative Officer for Hidalgo…
WORD SALAD: As Our Savings Crash, at Least Twitter Had Some Fun With #KamalaExplainsTheStockMarket
Hey, Twitchy readers. How are everyone’s 401k’s doing today? No, seriously. Don’t check on that.…
Biden Administration, in Its Final Months, to Throw $4.3 Billion Taxpayer Dollars at ‘Climate Projects’
The end of the presidential administration of befuddled old Joe Biden can’t come soon enough.…
WATCH: After Markets Tank, Trump Wastes No Time in Blasting Harris for The ‘Kamala Crash’ in Brutal Ad
After Monday’s blowout at the stock market—the Dow lost over 1,000 points, or almost three…
Reality Check: Kamala Can Absolutely Win This Election, and Trump Has Been Making It Easier for Her
As soon as Joe Biden was forced out of the 2024 presidential race — as…
UAW’s Shawn Fain Shares Union’s Vice Presidential Wish List, and It Conflicts With Likely Pick Shapiro
The first name that popped out of UAW president Shawn Fain’s mouth was not the…
Texas Lt. Gov. sends letter to PUC to take back $800M from CenterPoint
AUSTIN (KXAN) — On Friday, Texas Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick said he sent a letter…
Biden Admin Revokes 9/11 Plea Deal In Shocking Turn of Events
The Biden Administration made a significant U-turn in the plea deal for the accused 9/11…
Weekly U.S.-Mexico Border Update: crackdown drops July migration, Eddie Canales, border and election updates
With this series of weekly updates, WOLA seeks to cover the most important developments at…
Abraham Hamadeh Wins Republican Primary for Arizona’s 8th Congressional District
In a close primary race for Arizona’s 8th Congressional District, Republican Abraham Hamadeh earned the…
WATCH: JD Vance Energizes Rallygoers During Western Trail Swing to Glendale, Arizona
This week, the media and commentators on the Left seemed determined to take a figurative…
Governor Abbott Statement On Vice President Harris’ Yearslong Border Failure
Governor Greg Abbott today issued a statement on Vice President Kamala Harris’ continued refusal to address…
The DNC’s Lack of Faith In Harris Is Evident, but Don’t Let That Comfort You
The DNC is rolling out the red carpet and spending cash to make Harris look…
Lindsey Graham’s Solution to Trump’s Near Miss Assassination: Give the Secret Service More Money
The Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee and the Senate Judiciary Committee held a…