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Harris County Jail Hit With Third Noncompliance Notice of 2025
Harris County has resorted to housing hundreds of inmates in other jails to ease overcrowding at its facility.
Texas Universities Assist Flood Relief Efforts
Several universities have stepped up during Texas’ hour of need.
Acclaimed Denton ISD Choir Director Arrested for Exposing Himself to a Child
Derrick Brookins worked at Braswell High School in Denton ISD.
Second Judge in Rains County Indicted and Suspended
The saga of Judge Robert Jenkins Franklin grows.
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Drug Prevention Groups, Sheriff’s Association Urge Gov. Abbott to Sign THC Ban
A coalition of drug prevention organizations and the Sheriff’s Association of Texas have sent a letter to Gov. Greg Abbott urging him to sign legislation banning THC as the deadline for the governor to veto legislation approaches. In the letter, the groups argue that...
Another Texas Teacher, Coach Arrested for Sexual Relationship With Student
A teacher and coach in Medina Independent School District is accused of having a sexual relationship with a student. Bradley Thomas Love, 26, was arrested and charged with improper relationship between educator and student, a second-degree felony punishable by 2 to 20...
Abbott Backs Kelly Hancock as He Steps Into Comptroller Office
State Sen. Kelly Hancock has officially entered the race for Texas Comptroller with the backing of Gov. Greg Abbott, resigning from the Senate and being sworn in as chief clerk of the agency by outgoing Comptroller Glenn Hegar. The move is designed to sidestep a 2002...
Texans for Lawsuit Reform Shakes up Leadership After Disastrous Legislative Session
Texans for Lawsuit Reform, the once-powerful and well-funded tort reform group that has long played a major role in state politics, is undergoing internal leadership changes after a legislative session widely seen as a failure for the organization’s agenda. In a press...
KP George Switches Parties as Legal Troubles Mount in Fort Bend County
Fort Bend County Judge KP George has switched from the Democrat Party to the Republican Party amid legal scrutiny and felony charges, prompting critics to question whether the move is motivated by mere political expedience. George officially announced his departure...
Gov. Abbott Signs Legislation Expanding Funding For Texas Water Infrastructure
Gov. Greg Abbott signed legislation aimed at increasing funding for Texas’ water infrastructure on Wednesday at the Engineering Products Facility in Lubbock. Senate Bill 7 places oversight and funding for water infrastructure development under the purview of the Texas...
General Mills Will Remove Artificial Dyes After Paxton Investigation
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton’s office has secured an agreement with food manufacturer General Mills to remove petroleum-based artificial colors from its products. On Wednesday, General Mills announced plans to remove the artificial dyes from its U.S. cereals and...
Ken Kirchhofer Appointed to Humble ISD Board After Election Winner Disqualified
Former Humble Independent School District Trustee Ken Kirchhofer was appointed to his previously held seat after the May 3 election winner was ruled ineligible due to a residency violation. Kirchhofer previously finished third in a three-way race to retain his...
Attorney General Paxton Demands Austin End Contracts With Anti-Gun Companies
This article has been updated since publication. Attorney General Ken Paxton has issued a stern warning to the City of Austin, demanding that it immediately cease contracting with companies that discriminate against the firearms industry. Paxton’s letter, sent...