Special Reports
‘Kicking the Circle’
Redistricting
Constitutional Propositions
Texas Scorecard
Explore Texas state news, reporting, government data, investigations and citizen journalism that put citizens first.
Lawmaker Calls for State To Investigate Celina ISD Scandal
State Rep. Jeff Leach asked Attorney General Ken Paxton to conduct a criminal investigation of district officials’ actions ahead of Coach Caleb Elliott’s locker room recordings.
Lancaster ISD Band Director Accused of Child Sex Crime
A Lancaster High School music teacher is on administrative leave after being accused of sexually touching a...
AAUP’s Man at Texas A&M: Dr. Leonard Bright
A national academic association that promotes radical ideologies and activism has stashed assets across...
Austin Advances Water Project Despite Community Pleas
Disregarding local opposition, the City of Austin is conducting a three-year study of an aquifer storage recovery project in Bastrop County on the Carrizo-Wilcox Aquifer. Local residents voiced concerns that the project could put their drinking water supply at risk of...
West Texas Teacher’s Aide Admits to Child Sex Abuse Charges
A now-former teacher’s aide who worked with special needs students at Levelland Middle School faces 60 years in federal prison after he admitted to producing child sexual abuse material, referred to in law as child pornography. Camilo Reyes Castillo, 46, was arrested...
State Begins Takeover of Fort Worth ISD After Poor Performance Ratings
A board of managers will be appointed by the Texas Education Agency to oversee the district.
Victims of Locker Room Recording Scandal Sue Celina ISD for Coverup
The lawsuit accuses the school district of gross negligence for covering up Coach Caleb Elliott’s criminal predation of young boys.
Texas Higher Ed Board Officially Bans In-State Tuition for Illegal Aliens
The Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board adopted the rule on Thursday.
Death Row Inmate Appeals Sentence, Claims Prosecution Fat-Shamed Her
Taylor Parker was found guilty of murdering a 21-year-old woman and stealing her unborn baby, who did not survive.
Davis Formally Inaugurated as UT-Austin President
The new president committed to restoring public trust in higher education.
Centerville ISD Superintendent Arrested for Failing To Report Sexual Misconduct
A separate case also involves educator misconduct.
Bullard ISD Janitor Jailed for Sex Crime in School Bathroom
Bryan Taylor is charged with unlawful restraint and attempted sexual performance involving a young female student.
UT-Austin Bests Texas A&M in 2025 National College Rankings
Baylor University and Rice University ranked 23rd and 60th, respectively.
Lawmaker Calls for State To Investigate Celina ISD Scandal
State Rep. Jeff Leach asked Attorney General Ken Paxton to conduct a criminal investigation of district officials’ actions ahead of Coach Caleb Elliott’s locker room recordings.
Lancaster ISD Band Director Accused of Child Sex Crime
A Lancaster High School music teacher is on administrative leave after being accused of sexually touching a...
AAUP’s Man at Texas A&M: Dr. Leonard Bright
A national academic association that promotes radical ideologies and activism has stashed assets across...
Austin Advances Water Project Despite Community Pleas
Disregarding local opposition, the City of Austin is conducting a three-year study of an aquifer storage recovery project in Bastrop County on the Carrizo-Wilcox Aquifer. Local residents voiced concerns that the project could put their drinking water supply at risk of...
West Texas Teacher’s Aide Admits to Child Sex Abuse Charges
A now-former teacher’s aide who worked with special needs students at Levelland Middle School faces 60 years in federal prison after he admitted to producing child sexual abuse material, referred to in law as child pornography. Camilo Reyes Castillo, 46, was arrested...
VIDEOS AND PODCASTS
No Consequences for Democrats
A Republican plan to punish Democrat lawmakers who broke quorum earlier this month fractured the House GOP caucus, as members rejected the most aggressive measure.
9/25/25 The Next Generation of Conservatives
- Stratford High School Students Defy Attacks, Launch Conservative Club - Texas Supreme Court To Decide...
The Salcedo Storm Podcast Meets The Third Rail
On this Salcedo Storm Podcast: Check out the Third Rail!
9.25.2025: ICE targeted in Dallas
Shooter Targets Dallas ICE Facility in Deadly ‘Anti-ICE’ Attack… Texas GOP Leadership To Consider Censures...
Fraud Costs, But How Much?
Fraud isn't just for credit cards or card games; it's happening where you live.
10/20/2025 Requiring Proof of Citizenship for Federal Voter Registration?
Paxton Leads Coalition Backing Rule To Require Proof of Citizenship for Voter Registration Harris County...
The Show Behind The Show, No Leftists Edition
On this Salcedo Storm Podcast: The boys discuss the "No Kings" protests, dishonest politicians and the...
10.20.2025: Holding Mexico accountable
Holding Mexico Accountable for Water Treaty Obligation… SCOTUS Could Remove Requirement for Racial...
Real Texans: Brent Smith
For this week’s edition of Real Texans, Sydnie Henry visits with Kinney County Attorney Brent Smith about...