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Texas Lawmakers Vote To Increase Judicial Pay and Their Own Pensions in Last-Minute Deal
A dispute over increases to legislator pensions threatened to kill a judicial pay raise in recent days.
Legislation Prohibiting Soda and Candy Purchases Using SNAP Benefits Heads to Governor’s Desk
The House and Senate have approved the measure’s final language.
San Antonio Educator Arrested for Sexual Assault of 12-Year-Old Student
Christopher Uresti met his alleged victim while working for Southwest ISD.
TEA Extends Control of Houston ISD Until 2027, Appoints New Board Members
The school district now faces a two-year window to meet strict state criteria, improve student outcomes, and regain local control.
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President Trump’s First 100 Days & Beyond
On this Salcedo Storm Podcast: Congressman “Buddy” Carter is an experienced businessman, health care professional and faithful public servant. He represents the 1st district in the great state of Georgia.
Big Pharma, Socialism & Illegal Immigration…OH MY!
On this Salcedo Storm Podcast: Congressman Tim Burchett is a Conservative who serves the 2nd congressional district of Tennessee. He serves on the House oversight, foreign affairs and Transportation committees.
Y’All Answered: Scratch Out the Lottery?
Late last week, the Texas Senate voted to abolish the Texas Lottery Commission, transferring oversight of scratch-off tickets and number drawings to the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation with a new set of strict laws and regulations. All of this is being...
5.20.2025: House passes bail reform.
House Votes To Crack Down on Bail for Violent Criminals… Paxton Announces Investigation Into US Masters Swimming… Houston Man Out on Bond After Sister’s Death Now Faces New Charges… East Texas Judge Accused of Making Death Threat to Secure Plea Deal…
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5/19/25 A Taxpayer-Funded Paris Vacation?
- Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo Requests $23K for Trip to France - East Texas Judge Accused of Making Death Threat To Secure Plea Deal - Houston Man Out on Bond After Sister’s Death Now Faces New Charges
House Votes To Crack Down on Bail for Violent Criminals
The Texas House gave initial approval to a package of bail reform legislation long championed by Gov. Greg Abbott, moving key portions of his public safety agenda one step closer to the governor’s desk. An uphill battle remains, however, for a proposal to deny bond to...
Fourth Female School Employee Jailed This Month for Sexual Misconduct
Another Texas teacher is accused of a sex crime involving a student, marking the fourth female school employee arrested this month for sexual misconduct. Darian Christine Rogers was arrested Friday and charged with improper relationship between educator and student, a...
Attorney General Paxton Announces Investigation Into US Masters Swimming
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton’s office is launching an investigation into possible violations of state law by U.S. Masters Swimming. In a press release issued Monday, the office said it would review documents related to reports that the organization allowed a...
Conservative Bills Die in Texas House
The backlogged calendar was brought on by the House's inaction at the beginning of the legislative session.