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Anti-Trump ‘No Kings’ Protests Kick Off Across Texas
Dubbed the “No Kings” protests, thousands are taking to the streets in opposition to President Donald Trump and his enforcement of federal immigration law.
‘One Big Beautiful Bill’ Includes Reimbursement for Texas’ Operation Lone Star
Federal lawmakers included a provision to reimburse Texas’ border security efforts in the U.S. Senate’s...
Former Texas Teacher Sentenced to 60 Years for Fondling First-Graders
A now-former South Texas elementary school teacher was sentenced to 60 years in prison for continuously...
New Law Protects Property Owners, Assists in Removing Squatters
In the wake of a string of high-profile property rights violations which have occurred across the state in recent years, Texas legislators have responded by strengthening eviction laws. Among the top issues that property owners in Texas wished to see addressed during...
US Supreme Court Ruling Affirms Texas Child Sex Offender’s Conviction
The U.S. Supreme Court ruled unanimously on Thursday that child sex offender Danny Rivers is to remain in prison, affirming his original conviction. Rivers was sentenced in 2012 on charges of continuous sexual abuse of his daughters, indecency with a child, and...
Houston ISD Extends Superintendent Miles’ Contract After STAAR Test Gains
The contract extension follows Houston ISD’s recent success on the 2025 STAAR exam.
DeSoto ISD Substitute Teacher Arrested for Sexually Assaulting Student
Bryson Newton is accused of sodomizing a child last year while teaching at Ruby Young Talented and Gifted Academy.
AG Paxton Files Suit Against Genetic Testing Company Over Privacy Concerns
Twenty-seven states and the District of Columbia have filed suit against the direct to consumer genetic testing company, 23andMe, over concerns regarding the sale of personal information.
Texas Republicans Secure Border Enforcement, Face Setbacks on Broader Immigration Legislation
Legislation to mandate E-Verify failed to pass the House.
Harris County Officially Ends Failed Guaranteed Basic Income Program
The county never disbursed the funds to anyone, despite spending millions to administer the program.
Texas Teacher Faces New Sex Crime Charge After Arrest for Child Porn, Bestiality
Hillary Williams was a Wells ISD math teacher until her first arrest in February.
Trump DOJ Official Aaron Reitz Enters Race for Texas Attorney General
His campaign announcement included praise from Trump, who described Reitz as “a true MAGA attorney” and “a warrior for our Constitution.”
New STAAR Results Reveal Students ‘Not Where They Need To Be Academically’
The Texas Education Agency released high school End-of-Course assessments for Spring 2025.
Anti-Trump ‘No Kings’ Protests Kick Off Across Texas
Dubbed the “No Kings” protests, thousands are taking to the streets in opposition to President Donald Trump and his enforcement of federal immigration law.
‘One Big Beautiful Bill’ Includes Reimbursement for Texas’ Operation Lone Star
Federal lawmakers included a provision to reimburse Texas’ border security efforts in the U.S. Senate’s...
Former Texas Teacher Sentenced to 60 Years for Fondling First-Graders
A now-former South Texas elementary school teacher was sentenced to 60 years in prison for continuously...
New Law Protects Property Owners, Assists in Removing Squatters
In the wake of a string of high-profile property rights violations which have occurred across the state in recent years, Texas legislators have responded by strengthening eviction laws. Among the top issues that property owners in Texas wished to see addressed during...
US Supreme Court Ruling Affirms Texas Child Sex Offender’s Conviction
The U.S. Supreme Court ruled unanimously on Thursday that child sex offender Danny Rivers is to remain in prison, affirming his original conviction. Rivers was sentenced in 2012 on charges of continuous sexual abuse of his daughters, indecency with a child, and...
VIDEOS AND PODCASTS
Gov. Abbott Deploys National Guard Ahead of Protests
With nationwide protests expected on Saturday, Gov. Abbott has deployed thousands of National Guardsmen to maintain peace.
6.16.2025: Protests, borders, and squatters.
‘One Big Beautiful Bill’ Includes Reimbursement for Texas’ Border Spending… Anti-Trump Protests Kick Off...
Real Texans: Matthew Marsden
In this week’s edition, Michael Quinn Sullivan visits with Matthew Marsden, a Brit who chose to become a...
6/13/25 Cities Prepare for Leftist Protests
-City Officials Across Texas Promise Order on Saturday Ahead of Nationwide Protests -AG Paxton Files Suit...
The House Reconciliation Bill…the GOOD, BAD & VERY UGLY
On this Salcedo Storm Podcast: Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene represents Georgia’s 14th congressional...
A Great Charter
We don’t often think of the Magna Carta. It is, after all, an ancient legal agreement written in Latin...
6.13.2025: Poor academics.
Attorney General Sues 23andMe Over Privacy Violations… New Results Reveal Students ‘Not Where They Need To...
6/12/25 Texas Students are Struggling
-New STAAR Results Reveal Students ‘Not Where They Need To Be Academically’ -Trump DOJ Official Aaron Reitz...
Democrat’s Illegal Immigration Is KILLING Us!
On this Salcedo Storm Podcast: Tim Young is a very talented comedian, pundit, and writer. Tim Young is a...