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Parents Praise Passage of Protections From Sexual Predators in Schools
An army of advocates worked with lawmakers to protect students from sexual abuse and exploitation.
Joan Huffman Launches Campaign for Texas Attorney General
Huffman joins a field that already includes State Sen. Mayes Middleton and former U.S. Department of Justice official Aaron Reitz.
Is Texas Shielding Thousands of Illegal Aliens From Deportation With ‘U Visas’?
“U” visas are intended to grant temporary legal status and work authorization to illegal aliens who are victims of certain serious crimes.
Meet the AAUP: Pauline Strong
How a radical nationwide organization’s tentacles extend into Texas higher education.
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Fired Pflugerville School Employee Faces Felonies for Grooming Student
A former Central Texas school employee is facing felony charges over allegations she sexually groomed an underage high school student via Snapchat and was caught on camera kissing the juvenile while on campus. Marissa Juarez, 27, was arrested and charged with child...
UT-Austin Officials Announce $100M Investment in Classical and Civic Education
Officials at the University of Texas-Austin announced a dramatic expansion of its classical education program. Speaking under the iconic university tower, Kevin Eltife, chair of the UT System Board of Regents, announced the regents’ $100 million commitment to...
Texas Renews Call for Convention of States To Curb Federal Power
Though never before successfully invoked, Article V of the U.S. Constitution allows two-thirds of states to convene a Convention of States to propose constitutional amendments. Texas has now renewed its call for that effort. In a 17-14 vote on Thursday, the Texas...
Houston ISD To Cut 406 Uncertified Teachers Ahead of 2025–26 School Year
As teacher shortages continue in Houston ISD, more than 400 uncertified teachers are being dismissed after failing to meet certification milestones. Houston ISD notified 406 uncertified teachers that they will not be returning for the 2025–2026 academic year, citing...
House Approves Bill Restricting Hostile Foreign Land Ownership, But Not Without Controversy
The Texas House passed Senate Bill 17, legislation aimed at restricting land purchases by foreign adversaries. While protecting Texas land is a legislative priority of the Republican Party of Texas, some activists have taken issue with the legislation as passed out...
Analysis: The Texas Lottery’s 100% Track Record of Corruption
When he died two years into his tenure as executive director of the Texas Lottery, Anthony Sadberry became the exception that proves the rule: corruption is a constant at the Texas Lottery Commission. Aside from Sadberry, all of the Texas Lottery's leaders have been...
House Lawmakers Pass Onerous Regulations for PAC Treasurers
Lawmakers in the Texas House have passed a measure creating burdensome new regulations for campaign treasurers. House Bill 5111, filed by State Rep. Drew Darby (R–San Angelo), would largely prohibit campaign treasurers from simultaneously overseeing the finances of...
Harris County Deputies Demand Higher Pay as Houston Police Set for Major Raises
This article has been updated since publication. A growing pay gap between Harris County Sheriff’s deputies and Houston Police Department officers has sparked frustration within the county’s law enforcement ranks. The Harris County Sheriff’s Office deputies warn that...
Texas House Lawmakers Take Aim at Red Flag Laws
Texas House lawmakers are considering legislation that would clamp down on most firearms-related red flag laws and establish penalties for violators. Around the country, certain state courts have discretion to issue extreme risk protective orders, also known as “red...