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Open or Closed? The Future of Texas Primary Elections
The Republican Party of Texas is challenging Texas’ open primary system.
Harris Health Proposes $420M Trauma Tower on Hermann Park Land
A proposed $420 million expansion of Ben Taub Hospital would extend the facility into Hermann Park,...
Abbott Orders Arrest of Fleeing Democrats After House Fails to Reach Quorum
Gov. Greg Abbott has ordered the arrest of Texas House Democrats who fled the state to block a Republican...
Texas Senate Committee Moves Women’s Privacy Act Closer to Floor Vote
On Monday, senators on the State Affairs Committee considered the Women’s Privacy Act, which aims to protect the privacy of women and girls when using public facilities. Senate Bill 7, authored by State Sen. Mayes Middleton, prohibits an individual from entering a...
Inmate Death During Release Sparks Investigation in Harris County
The Harris County Sheriff’s Office released a 17-minute surveillance video depicting the chaotic and fatal altercation involving 32-year-old inmate Alexis Cardenas during the booking-out process from the Harris County Jail. The full, age-restricted video was made...
Attorney Blames Bowie ISD’s ‘Bogus’ Charge for School Board Candidate’s Suicide
Bowie police chief Guy Green also serves on the Bowie ISD school board that voted to charge a trustee candidate with a felony.
Lottery Commission Staff Still Runs the Texas Lottery and Bingo
Concerns about conflicts of interest did not affect the unanimous votes of board members.
Abbott Endorses Burrows for Another Term as Speaker
The joint presence of Abbott, Patrick, and Burrows at a Lubbock fundraiser suggests a degree of unity among the “big three” that was lacking in recent years.
After Pardon, Daniel Perry Prosecution Shifts to ‘Deadly Conduct’ Case
A step-by-step guide to the case’s developments.
Gov. Abbott Directs DPS To Enforce English Fluency Requirements for Truckers
President Donald Trump signed an executive order in April mandating English proficiency for commercial driver’s license holders.
Farmersville Considers Lower Tax Rate, Budget Cuts
City council members will adopt a final property tax rate and budget on September 15.
Sen. Creighton Appointed Sole Finalist for Texas Tech Chancellor
This appointment triggers a 21-day waiting period.
Forensic Report: Drugs, Restraint, and Irregular Heartbeat Killed Harris County Inmate
Alexis Cardenas was the 12th in-custody death this year.
Open or Closed? The Future of Texas Primary Elections
The Republican Party of Texas is challenging Texas’ open primary system.
Harris Health Proposes $420M Trauma Tower on Hermann Park Land
A proposed $420 million expansion of Ben Taub Hospital would extend the facility into Hermann Park,...
Abbott Orders Arrest of Fleeing Democrats After House Fails to Reach Quorum
Gov. Greg Abbott has ordered the arrest of Texas House Democrats who fled the state to block a Republican...
Texas Senate Committee Moves Women’s Privacy Act Closer to Floor Vote
On Monday, senators on the State Affairs Committee considered the Women’s Privacy Act, which aims to protect the privacy of women and girls when using public facilities. Senate Bill 7, authored by State Sen. Mayes Middleton, prohibits an individual from entering a...
Inmate Death During Release Sparks Investigation in Harris County
The Harris County Sheriff’s Office released a 17-minute surveillance video depicting the chaotic and fatal altercation involving 32-year-old inmate Alexis Cardenas during the booking-out process from the Harris County Jail. The full, age-restricted video was made...
VIDEOS AND PODCASTS
Why Democrats Oppose Voter Eligibility Legislation
In this video, uncover the details behind Democrats’ stance against the legislation mandating proof of citizenship to vote in federal elections. Hear about the Safeguarding American Voter Eligibility Act and why it’s generating strong opinions among politicians.
2/5/25 Time to Divest from China
- Report: Divest From America’s Enemies - Houston ISD Budgeted $2 Million for Bond Election Prep - Grand...
Leftists Who Broke Laws To Attack Their Political Opponents Deserve A Reckoning
On this Salcedo Storm Podcast: Congressman Chip Roy is the effective conservative who represents the 21st...
2.5.2025: Abbott pushes more tax relief than Legislature.
Gov. Abbott Pushes $10 Billion in Property Tax Relief… Measure Would Legislatively End DEI in Federal...
2/4/25 A School District Is Silencing Criticism?
- After Girls’ Sports Investigation, Irving ISD Faces Legal Threat Over Censorship - AG Paxton Signs...
Democrat Lawlessness Threatens The Bonds That Make Us Americans
On the Salcedo Storm Podcast: Travis Morgan covers legal issues for the Texas Scorecard.
How Many Transparency Stars Does Your City Have?
Less than 230 local entities have even one transparency star. Why is that?
8.7.2025: Beto’s bribes?
Paxton Investigating Beto O’Rourke PAC for Alleged Bribes to Runaway Democrats… Majority of Senate Democrats...
8/6/25 Senate Democrats Didn’t Show Up Today
- Majority of Texas Senate Democrats Abandon State in Protest of Redistricting - Travis County Judge Refuses...