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Gov. Abbott Signs Anti-Squatting Legislation
Gov. Abbott said the new laws will provide homeowners “an efficient means of evicting squatters from their property.”
Illegal Alien Arrested on Charges of Kidnapping in Houston
Officials at the U.S. Department of Homeland Security announced the arrest of an illegal alien in Houston on...
Lawsuit Reveals Disturbing Details in Millsap ISD’s Special Needs Student Abuse Scandal
New documents filed in a lawsuit against Millsap Independent School District and four now-former employees...
Who’s Running for Agriculture Commissioner? The 2026 GOP Showdown
The Texas agriculture commissioner is among the state’s most influential executive offices, overseeing Texas’ $100 billion agricultural economy. With the 2026 elections on the horizon, the March GOP primary will shape the future of agricultural development in Texas....
Lawmakers Eye $13B in Federal Funds for Property Tax Cuts
With the Texas Legislature currently meeting for a 30-day special session, some lawmakers are calling on Gov. Greg Abbott to use a new influx of federal dollars to provide immediate property tax relief to Texans. State Rep. Helen Kerwin (R–Glen Rose) filed House...
Report: China Made Up 8% of Foreign Buyers in Texas Real Estate Market In 2024
A new state law prohibiting citizens of hostile foreign governments from purchasing Texas land will soon take effect.
Houston Halts Payout to Firm Tied to Public Works Corruption
While local officials are working to ensure the firm does not receive payment, city departments are reviewing the work orders to pay subcontractors for their work.
Navarro ISD Bus Driver Busted for Child Porn Gets 30 Years in Prison
Michael Morrish was caught with thousands of images of child sexual abuse material.
Fight To Safeguard Secret Ballot Continues in Harris County
Voters want courts to protect the privacy of the ballot box.
Poll: Majority of Republican Primary Voters Support THC Ban
As lawmakers consider legislation banning THC, 62 percent of Republican primary voters are in support of such a measure.
Texas AG Sues ‘Big Pharma’ Company Eli Lilly for Bribery
Attorney General Paxton is calling out “Big Pharma” for compromising medical decision-making.
Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo Challenges Critics To Run Against Her
Hidalgo dismissed the removal effort as “a torpedo into the heart of democracy.”
AG Paxton Secures Commitment From Kellogg’s To Eliminate Artificial Dyes
The food giant had previously removed artificial coloring from cereals sold in countries with stricter ingredient safety requirements.
Gov. Abbott Signs Anti-Squatting Legislation
Gov. Abbott said the new laws will provide homeowners “an efficient means of evicting squatters from their property.”
Illegal Alien Arrested on Charges of Kidnapping in Houston
Officials at the U.S. Department of Homeland Security announced the arrest of an illegal alien in Houston on...
Lawsuit Reveals Disturbing Details in Millsap ISD’s Special Needs Student Abuse Scandal
New documents filed in a lawsuit against Millsap Independent School District and four now-former employees...
Who’s Running for Agriculture Commissioner? The 2026 GOP Showdown
The Texas agriculture commissioner is among the state’s most influential executive offices, overseeing Texas’ $100 billion agricultural economy. With the 2026 elections on the horizon, the March GOP primary will shape the future of agricultural development in Texas....
Lawmakers Eye $13B in Federal Funds for Property Tax Cuts
With the Texas Legislature currently meeting for a 30-day special session, some lawmakers are calling on Gov. Greg Abbott to use a new influx of federal dollars to provide immediate property tax relief to Texans. State Rep. Helen Kerwin (R–Glen Rose) filed House...
VIDEOS AND PODCASTS
DNA Testing For Illegals
A new measure has been filed that would empower the Texas Department of Public Safety to perform rapid DNA testing of illegal aliens.
4.4.2025: Where’s the lottery exec?
Questions Swirl Around Location of Former Lottery Director… EPIC City Developers Hire High-Profile Defense...
4/3/25 Illegal Electioneering at Houston ISD?
- Attorney General Alleges Houston ISD Engaged in Electioneering - DOJ Charges Canadian Man in the 2021...
Trump & Texas Take On Gov-ed
On this Salcedo Storm Podcast: Corey DeAngelis is a senior fellow at the American Culture Project. He’s the...
What’s Your School District Putting on Your Ballot?
This May, school districts are, again, asking for a lot of money.
Some BIG Wins For President Trump On Education
On this Salcedo Storm Podcast: Corey DeAngelis is a senior fellow at the American Culture Project. He’s the...
Yes, You Do Legislate Morality
In the greatest hits of “truisms that are lies,” few are as tiresome as a line that undergirds much of our...
7.25.2025: Recruiting RINOs
Lawmakers Eye $13B in Federal Refunds for Property Tax Relief… Patterson Accused of Recruiting Challengers...
7/24/25 Will Texans Get More Property Tax Relief?
- Lawmakers Eye $13B in Federal Funds for Property Tax Cuts - Jared Patterson Accused of Recruiting Primary...