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DOJ Joins Paxton, Abbott in Probing Controversial Islamic Compound
The federal investigation comes as the state of Texas, under Gov. Greg Abbott, is already conducting a sweeping multi-agency probe into EPIC’s operations.
UT-Austin Officials Announce $100M Investment in Classical and Civic Education
Officials aim to make the School for Civic Leadership the nation’s top institution for classical education.
Texas Renews Call for Convention of States To Curb Federal Power
Texas originally made a similar application in 2017, but that resolution was set to expire after eight years.
Houston ISD To Cut 406 Uncertified Teachers Ahead of 2025–26 School Year
The teachers did not make the required progress towards their certifications.
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Lockhart Volleyball Coach Charged With Child Sex Crime
UPDATED April 23 with a statement from Lockhart ISD. A Lockhart man who coached youth volleyball and previously worked in a public school is accused of engaging a young child in sexual conduct. Aaron Aguilar, 28, was arrested last week and charged with sexual...
Houston Mayor Whitmire’s GOP Outreach Sparks Democrat Party Revolt
A group of Harris County Democrats is pushing to formally admonish Houston Mayor John Whitmire for his plans to attend an event for Republican U.S. Rep. Dan Crenshaw. The move, led by roughly 30 Democrat precinct and congressional chairs, accuses Whitmire of...
Texas Tech System Names New Chairman of Regents
Cody Campbell, the new chair of Texas Tech’s Board of Regents, eyes reform and growth for the West Texas university. The Texas Tech University System’s Board of Regents unanimously approved Campbell to serve as board chairman on April 14. He succeeds Mark Griffin in...
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The Texas House’s SHOCKING Plan to Honor Abortion Icon Unravels!
The Republican-led Texas House just tried to honor the life of Cecile Richards, former Planned Parenthood president. See who was behind the betrayal of Texas voters, and who fought against it. Should a red state honor the memory of someone responsible for over 63...
Texas House Leadership Yanks Abortion Abolition Bill Hours Before Hearing
Legislation filed by State Rep. Brent Money to remove legal protections for mothers who carry out self-managed abortions was abruptly pulled from a scheduled committee hearing, just one day before it was set to be heard. House Bill 2197, which was filed to amend...
Houston City Council Adopts New Rules for Short-Term Rentals
A new ordinance passed by the Houston City Council introduces sweeping changes for short-term rental operators. The Houston City Council approved a new ordinance last week establishing regulations for short-term rentals (STRs) within city limits. According to the...
Stopping The Rogue Judiciary & Judicial Tyranny
On this Salcedo Storm Podcast: Todd Bensman is a two-time National Press Club award winner, and former journalist of 23 years, who currently serves as the Texas-based Senior National Security Fellow for the Center for Immigration Studies. He’s the author of the book,...
There Is No American Reason To Deny Education Freedom
On this Salcedo Storm Podcast: Mitch Little successfully defended Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton from a falsely predicated impeachment launched by Democrat Dade Phelan and his left-wing allies. He represents Texas House District 65. AND Shelley Luther, is the salon...
4.22.2025: Lottery boss resigns.
Lottery Chief Resigns After Agency Defunded by Texas House… Lawmaker Would Allow Phones at Polling Places… Lawmakers Consider Over-the-Counter Access to Ivermectin… A&M ‘Queer Theory’ Class Promotes Radical Gender Ideology…