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Texas can ban communist China from buying land in the Lone Star State.
AG Paxton Investigates Islamic Center’s Potential Violations of Consumer Protection Laws
The investigation follows Gov. Abbott’s declaration that “Sharia Cities” are not allowed in Texas.
Millsap ISD Superintendent Ousted for Failing to Report Teachers’ Abuse of Autistic Student
Superintendent Edie Martin and two special education teachers were arrested in connection with the child abuse.
Houston’s Montrose Center To Host Drag Show Open to Children
The non-profit provides LGBT “services” to children as young as seven.
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Grassroots Group Aims to End UT Insanity
One Texas Ex has had enough with corruption and far-left policies at the University of Texas at Austin and is asking Texas taxpayers—including UT alumni and those simply interested in good government—to join him. Mark Pulliam has deep ties to UT. He is a graduate of...
“Pro-Business” Group Endorses Democrats…Again
The Texas Association of Business is showing it’s true colors, endorsing Democrat candidates over their pro-business Republican opponents. TAB announced its endorsements on Tuesday. And while the list is generally inclusive of Republican and Democrat establishment...
Council Member Removed From Meeting After Questioning Mayor
Despite being elected to represent his constituents and act as a balance to mayoral power, one local council member was thrown out of a budget meeting for doing just that. Pasadena City Council Member Sammy Casados was ruled out of order and escorted out of a budget...
Who Won the City of Mission?
Three months since the June 9 runoff election, former mayor of 20 years, Norberto “Beto” Salinas, and the current mayor, Armando “Doc” O’Caña, are contesting the outcome of the election and both accusing each other of voter fraud. At a final pretrial hearing on August...
Victory for Texas Voter ID Law
A U.S. District Court judge dismissed the last remaining claims against Texas’ photo voter ID law, saying plaintiffs' case is now moot. Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton issued a statement today declaring a final victory in his fight to preserve the state’s...
Dallas Democrat Sued for Beach House Property Taxes
It appears yet another Texas Democrat candidate has gotten in trouble with the law for failing to pay their property taxes. Rhetta Bowers is the Democrat candidate running against Republican Jonathan Boos for the seat in the state legislature for the east Dallas...
Inside the Black (Robed) Box of Judicial Elections
Unlike in our federal system, Texans are blessed with the ability to elect (and un-elect) our judges. But many struggle with what questions they should be asking judicial candidates. For many voters, judicial elections can be like a black (robed) box. Justice Jeff...
Odessa Seeks New Funding Tool for “Downtown Revitalization”
Creation of another tax-funded entity with the goal of “revitalizing downtown” is slated for Odessa City Council’s September 25 meeting, and all indicators point to it passing unanimously. City officials are looking to establish a Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone...
Ector County ISD to consider hiring Virtual Teachers
In an effort to help offset a major teacher deficit this school year, Ector County Independent School District is looking to incorporate a unique alternative to traditional teaching—virtual classrooms. At a hefty price tag, however, community members are questioning...