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Harris County Officials Approve Property Tax Hike Amid Budget Confusion
Harris County officials voted to raise property taxes, even while sparring over whether a budget deficit exists.
Senators Pass Legislation To Eliminate the STAAR Test
Legislation eliminating the high-stakes STAAR test in government schools has been passed by Texas senators....
City of Josephine Rejects New Rule Prohibiting Offensive Street Names
Josephine City Council rejected a proposed new ordinance prohibiting “offensive” street names deemed...
Texas Senate Completes Gov. Abbott’s Agenda Items
As the Texas House remains at a standstill due to Democrats' refusal to return to the state, the Texas Senate has quickly moved through the governor’s agenda items. Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick previously indicated he plans to “pass the remaining bills on Gov. Abbott’s...
Texas A&M Faculty Senate Braces for Regents’ Decision
This article has been updated since publication. As state lawmakers’ overhaul of university governance goes into effect, Texas A&M University’s Faculty Senate awaits the Board of Regents' upcoming meeting, which will determine its fate. In what is potentially...
Whitesboro Postpones Property Tax Increase Over Legal Concerns
Council members tabled votes on the tax rate and budget after State Rep. Shelley Luther questioned the city’s compliance with a new state law.
State Fair of Texas Keeps Controversial Firearms Ban In Place
The policy was first adopted in 2024 and has been continually challenged in Texas’ courts.
After THC Ban Stalls in Legislature, Abbott Responds With Executive Action
Gov. Abbott’s executive order bans THC products for those under the age of 21.
Texas A&M’s Mark Welsh Has Long Promoted DEI, LGBT Agendas
The signs were always there.
Gatesville ISD Teacher Pleads Guilty To Sexting 15-Year-Old Student
Christine Cockrell was sentenced to eight years of probation as part of her plea deal.
Texas A&M Is Offering a ‘Race and Ethnicity’ Course This Fall
Students are assigned leftist readings, including an article by Ibram X. Kendi.
Plano ISD Downplays Involvement in Booster Club Dispute
Receipts suggest otherwise.
La Marque City Council Raises Taxes, Freezes Hiring Amid Budget Emergency
Facing a financial disaster, La Marque leaders approved an emergency plan this week after learning the city only has around two weeks of operating funds.
Harris County Officials Approve Property Tax Hike Amid Budget Confusion
Harris County officials voted to raise property taxes, even while sparring over whether a budget deficit exists.
Senators Pass Legislation To Eliminate the STAAR Test
Legislation eliminating the high-stakes STAAR test in government schools has been passed by Texas senators....
City of Josephine Rejects New Rule Prohibiting Offensive Street Names
Josephine City Council rejected a proposed new ordinance prohibiting “offensive” street names deemed...
Texas Senate Completes Gov. Abbott’s Agenda Items
As the Texas House remains at a standstill due to Democrats' refusal to return to the state, the Texas Senate has quickly moved through the governor’s agenda items. Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick previously indicated he plans to “pass the remaining bills on Gov. Abbott’s...
Texas A&M Faculty Senate Braces for Regents’ Decision
This article has been updated since publication. As state lawmakers’ overhaul of university governance goes into effect, Texas A&M University’s Faculty Senate awaits the Board of Regents' upcoming meeting, which will determine its fate. In what is potentially...
VIDEOS AND PODCASTS
Biden’s Plan to Grant Parole to Illegal Aliens Blocked by Court
In this video, we dive into the recent federal court decision that has temporarily blocked President Biden's 'Parole In Place' program. This initiative was designed to provide a pathway for illegal aliens who have resided in the U.S. for ten years or more to receive parole, especially if they are married to U.S. citizens.
3/6/25 Most Wanted Illegal Arrested
- Texas’ Most Wanted Illegal Alien Captured in San Antonio - Abbott on Texas Lottery: Investigation Will...
Dusty Lied…The Texas House Still Plagued By Democrat Chairs
On this Salcedo Storm Podcast: Brent Money is Texan to the core. A sixth-generation resident of Hunt County,...
Do You Know How Many Fights Were in Texas Schools Last Year?
Why does it seem there are more fights in Texas schools than ever before? Maybe legislation can help with...
3.6.2025: House pays Democrat $233k.
Texas House Keeps Democrat Adviser on Payroll at $233K… Senators Tackle Public School ‘Obscenity...
Loud Stones
Jesus was highly confrontational. Every aspect of His ministry was filled with confrontation. He...
8/14/25 The Fight to Maintain Secret Ballots
- Fight To Safeguard Secret Ballot Continues in Harris County - Houston Halts Payout to Firm Tied to Public...
Dems Oppose The America-First Agenda, Aided By Key GOP
On this Salcedo Storm Podcast: Carmen Maria Montiel is the Republican front-runner for Texas’ 18th...
8.14.2025: Wu threatens ‘Consequences.’
Report: House Democrats Planning Return… Paxton Secures Commitment from Kellogg’s To Eliminate Artificial...