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US Supreme Court Allows Injunction to Stand Blocking Biden-Harris Abortion Law
Texas argued the federal guidance would force medical providers to act against state law.
Texas Among 29 States With Known Terrorist Cases
A report identified more than 50 cases of Islamic terrorism across the U.S. between April 2021 and September 2024.
ICE Arrests Venezuelan Gang Member Who Entered Illegally via Texas
Javier Jose Albornoz Marchan is part of the Tren de Aragua gang.
Texas Lawmakers Urge Congress to Pass Farm Bill
140 members of Congress are calling for passage of the new farm bill before the end of the year.
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5.19.2025: Game over for the Lottery?
Texas Senate Unanimously Moves To Eliminate Lottery Commission Harris County Democrat Wants $23K for Taxpayer-funded Junket to France… Senators Consider House Measure Protecting Children From Sexual Content in Public Libraries… Criminal Justice Teacher Arrested for...
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Real Texans: Bob Hall
In this week’s edition of REAL TEXANS, we visit with State Sen. Bob Hall about the Texas Lottery. The conversation covers the history of gambling in Texas, the proper roles of government, and the future (or lack thereof) of the Texas Lottery.
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5/16/25 Game Over for the Texas Lottery Commission?
- Texas Senate Unanimously Moves to Eliminate Lottery Commission - Hundreds of Bills Die as Texas House Hits Major Deadline - Gov. Abbott Requests Waiver to Ban Unhealthy SNAP Purchases in Texas
Game Over? Texas Senate Unanimously Moves To Eliminate Lottery Commission
The Texas Senate has unanimously passed legislation to abolish the Texas Lottery Commission, transferring oversight of the state lottery to a different agency amid mounting concerns of corruption and mismanagement. Senate Bill 3070, filed by State Sen. Bob Hall and...
‘Follow the Silenced’ Sheds Light on the Reality of COVID-19 Vaccine Injuries
A new documentary from producers Mikki Willis and Texans for Vaccine Choice provides insight into the all-too-often overlooked world of injuries caused by the COVID-19 vaccine. “Follow the Silenced,” winner of best film at the 2025 Santa Monica International Film...
Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo Requests $23K for Trip to France
Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo is requesting $23,300 in taxpayer funding for the first-ever county delegation to Paris, France. A vote to approve the trip failed last week after Hidalgo attempted to conceal the destination from the public, citing security concerns...
Texas Senators Consider Measure Protecting Children From Sexual Content in Public Libraries
Texas senators are considering a measure that would help protect children from obtaining sexually explicit content from public libraries. On Thursday, House Bill 3225 was brought before the Senate Committee on State Affairs by State Sen. Bryan Hughes (R–Mineola), the...
Texas City Disannexes Muslim-Owned Properties
The muslim-owned properties were slated for development, and Blue Ridge residents had expressed concerns about the strain on city services and potential religious "segregation."
Harlingen High School Head Soccer Coach Accused of Sending Porn to Child
A high school soccer coach in Harlingen Consolidated Independent School District was arrested for allegedly sending a pornographic video to a child. Joseph Allen Johnson, 31, was arrested and charged with distributing harmful material to a minor, a Class A misdemeanor...