Executive directors of the Texas Lottery: 1992 to present.
Analysis
Analysis: State Rep. Mano DeAyala Targets Free Speech in Texas
Texas’ anti-SLAPP law protecting citizens from frivolous lawsuits is under threat.
Analysis: Texas Lottery Vendor IGT Sued Alongside Lottery.com and Former Director
Meanwhile Gov. Greg Abbott passes the money-laundering buck.
Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick Exposes Illicit Lottery Ticket Reseller After $83M Jackpot Win
The Texas Lottery is corrupt.
Analysis: Jeff Davis County Lowers Tax Rates Across the Board
Taxing entities in the stargazing county lowered rates from 2019 to 2022.
MOST RECENT
Analysis: Maybe the Dallas Mavericks Will Move to China?
The Mavericks majority owner, a Chinese casino operator, infuriated Texas fans.
Analysis: Property Values Soar in Uvalde County, Mostly Outpacing Tax Rate Cuts
While a couple of taxing entities in Uvalde County held tax bills steady, some rate reductions failed to deliver relief.
Aggressive Lottery Ticket Offers Join Ongoing Texas Lottery Controversies
Questions continue to rise as more light is shone on the Texas Lottery Commission and the state lottery.
Analysis: Who’s Raising and Lowering Taxes in Upton County?
Upton County property tax rates are a mixed bag of cuts and hikes over a three-year period.
Texas Racing Commission Faces Continued Scrutiny
A recent audit uncovered several issues with financial management at the commission.
Analysis: Upshur County Kept Taxes Flat Over 3-Year Window
The county of penny tax increases.
DOJ and Austin Real Estate Developer Reach Plea Agreement
The case linked to Ken Paxton’s impeachment ends with a whimper.
Analysis: Report Exposes Rogue Texas Lottery Commission Leadership
A full criminal investigation of the Texas Lottery is needed.
Analysis: Shackelford County Property Taxes Are a Bright Spot Thanks to Moran ISD
Most of Shackelford County’s tax entities have lowered rates, easing the property tax burden for residents.
A Year of Controversy and Scrutiny for the Texas Lottery
The Texas Lottery Commission’s latest scandals include rigged jackpots, online ticket sales, and questionable foreign ties.
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As Things Stand Now, Dade Phelan Needs Democrats to Stay Speaker
David Cook says 48 Republicans are supporting his challenge to Phelan’s speakership.
Analysis: Texans Are Already Taxed Like Kamala Harris Is in Charge
Is Texas’ property tax an unrealized gains tax?
The Fate of Texas’ Border Is At a Crossroads, What’s Next?
Kinney County Attorney Brent Smith highlighted that the work to undo the damage of the past four years goes beyond just shutting down the border.
Analysis: Dirty Rolls Are a Key Component of Voter Fraud
Fights over accurate rolls are unique and partisan.
Analysis: Mary Talley Bowden Keeps Up The Pressure for Medical Freedom
Forged in the fire of forced vaccinations, Bowden continues gaining support from Texas lawmakers and candidates.
Analysis: Elon Musk and Dick Weekley Split
How a key confidant links Musk to Weekley, unwittingly putting the billionaire at odds with Texas voters.
Analysis: This is Where the Speaker Race is Now
Dade Phelan’s support is dwindling after a brutal primary election season.
Analysis: Moving on From McDade
If the governor and lieutenant governor seem done with the House speaker, it is because they know the chamber is, too.
ANALYSIS: After Failed Paxton Impeachment, House General Investigating Committee Sets Meeting
The committee with a history of targeting conservatives is meeting in July for an unknown purpose.
ANALYSIS: Texas Congressman Plots Path to National Takeover of Texas Grid
U.S. Rep. Greg Casar wants to tie Texas to California.