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US Supreme Court to Weigh in on Effort to Store Nuclear Waste in West Texas
The eventual ruling could set a precedent for how federal agencies approve nuclear waste projects elsewhere.
Poll: Texas Voters Believe Colin Allred, Kamala Harris Will Restrict Gun Rights
A plurality also said they oppose an assault weapons ban.
U.S. Rep. Allred Pushes LGBT Agenda on the US Military
U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz’ Democrat challenger has signed a letter urging Congress to keep radical LGBT ideology and funding for transgender surgeries in the military.
Texas Congressman Confirms Thousands of Murderers, Rapists Entered the Country Illegally
U.S. Rep. Tony Gonzales previously requested that the Biden-Harris administration provide data on how many illegal aliens with criminal histories have been allowed to enter the country.
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Congressional Subcommittee To Question Prosecutor of Texas Children’s Hospital Whistleblower
After a doctor exposed Texas Children's Hospital for performing “transgender” medical interventions on minors, he found himself at the center of a politically motivated prosecution. Now, a subcommittee of the powerful U.S. House Committee on the Judiciary wants to...
Texas GOP Officially Opposes Red-Light Camera Ticketing Legislation
Following two days of public testimony against Republican efforts to revive red-light camera ticketing, the Texas GOP voted to red-light the proposed legislation. Two Republicans, State Sen. Donna Campbell of Bulverde and State Rep. Tom Craddick of Midland, filed...
Pearland ISD Teacher’s Aide Accused of Sending Explicit Videos to 14-Year-Old Student
A now-former Pearland high school teacher’s aide is accused of sending sexually explicit messages and videos to a 14-year-old student. Jerel Ward Griffin, 41, was arrested Wednesday and charged with online solicitation of a minor, a third-degree felony. Griffin worked...
Houston’s Efficiency Project Expanded to Public Works, Controller’s Office
Houston Mayor John Whitmire has expanded an efficiency study conducted by Ernst & Young to include Houston Public Works and the city controller's office. The City Council also voted on Wednesday to scrutinize the 28 tax districts that have been the subject of...
Texas Investigates Islamic Center
State agencies are investigating potential illegal activity tied to the East Plano Islamic Center.
Texas A&M Regents Unanimously Pick Hegar as Next Chancellor
In a unanimous vote Friday, the Texas A&M University System board of regents confirmed Comptroller Glenn Hegar as its next chancellor. The regents had named Hegar as the sole finalist on March 7, which triggered a required 21-day waiting period before they could...
New Braunfels ISD Teacher, Coach Faces New Student Sexual Assault Charges
A former teacher and coach in New Braunfels Independent School District is facing new charges in connection with accusations that he sexually abused a female student two years ago. Bryant Shephard, 43, was arrested last week and charged with two counts of sexual...
Ted Cruz Endorses Don Huffines for Texas Comptroller
U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz has officially endorsed Don Huffines in the 2026 race for Texas comptroller, adding to a growing list of conservative backers lining up behind the former state senator. In a video announcement, Cruz praised Huffines as “a dedicated community leader,...
The Expanding Scam Of The Texas Lottery
On this Salcedo Storm Podcast: Daniel Greer is the Director of Innovation for Texas Scorecard.