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Texas Locks in Final Rules for School Choice Program
Online applications for Texas families will open February 4, 2026, ahead of the 2026–27 school year.
Paxton Sues Two More School Districts for Refusing Ten Commandments Displays
This article has been updated since publication to include the district's responses. Texas Attorney General...
Texas Ethics Commission Issues Record-Breaking Fine to Former Legislator
Former State Rep. Chris Paddie (R–Marshall) has been issued a $105,500 fine by the Texas Ethics Commission....
Abbott Designates CAIR, Muslim Brotherhood as Foreign Terrorist Organizations
Gov. Greg Abbott has officially designated both the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR) and the Muslim Brotherhood as foreign terrorist organizations and transnational criminal organizations. The move immediately prohibits the groups from purchasing or...
Paxton: State Board of Education Must Set Religious Literature Curriculum Standards
Attorney General Ken Paxton has issued an opinion formally concluding that the State Board of Education is legally required to adopt Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills standards for religious literature as a mandatory component of the public school enrichment...
Harris County Could Face State Oversight of Voter Rolls
Texas Secretary of State Jane Nelson is investigating a complaint that voters are registering at post office box addresses.
UT-Austin Alumni Organization Gives ‘Distinguished Alumnus’ Award to DEI Advocate
Dr. Richard Reddick received the award during halftime at Saturday’s football game.
Austin ISD Votes To Close Schools Amid Budget Deficit
Austin ISD’s board of trustees approved the school closure plan, but now awaits final approval from the Texas Education Agency.
Poll Shows Cornyn Slipping to Third in GOP Senate Primary
51 percent of likely Republican voters hold an unfavorable view of the incumbent senator, according to the polling.
Texas Tech Raises Concerns Over College Sports Commission Agreement
Vice Chancellor Eric Bentley warns that agreement would penalize the university if the Texas attorney general sues the commission.
East Texas Coach Accused of Sexually Assaulting a Child
Landon Odom taught history and coached baseball at Central Heights Middle School.
Lawsuit Accuses Texas Association of Business CEO of Sexual Misconduct and Retaliation
The lawsuit is filed by a Jane Doe who is being represented by Houston attorney Tony Buzbee.
Attorney General Launches Investigation Into Use of CCP-Aligned Tech Products in Texas Power Grid
State law prohibits CCP-aligned companies from accessing critical infrastructure.
Texas Locks in Final Rules for School Choice Program
Online applications for Texas families will open February 4, 2026, ahead of the 2026–27 school year.
Paxton Sues Two More School Districts for Refusing Ten Commandments Displays
This article has been updated since publication to include the district's responses. Texas Attorney General...
Texas Ethics Commission Issues Record-Breaking Fine to Former Legislator
Former State Rep. Chris Paddie (R–Marshall) has been issued a $105,500 fine by the Texas Ethics Commission....
Abbott Designates CAIR, Muslim Brotherhood as Foreign Terrorist Organizations
Gov. Greg Abbott has officially designated both the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR) and the Muslim Brotherhood as foreign terrorist organizations and transnational criminal organizations. The move immediately prohibits the groups from purchasing or...
Paxton: State Board of Education Must Set Religious Literature Curriculum Standards
Attorney General Ken Paxton has issued an opinion formally concluding that the State Board of Education is legally required to adopt Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills standards for religious literature as a mandatory component of the public school enrichment...
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.
MAHA, It’s Time For America’s Healthy Comeback
On this Salcedo Storm Podcast: Jennifer Galardi is a Senior Policy Analyst for Restoring American Wellness...
In Texas, Shouldn’t Victim’s Rights, Not Criminals Be The Focus?
On this Salcedo Storm Podcast: Breanna Morello is an Independent Journalist. She's the author of book,...
The Worst News
Ignorance might be an amoral form of bliss, but the future of the republic rests on an informed citizenry.
10.10.2025: Paxton Demands Closed Primary
Paxton Backs Texas GOP in Lawsuit To Close Primaries… Discord Investigation Expanded… UPDATE: Houston METRO...
TLR And Sands Working to Take Down Conservative Legislators
Today, I discuss how several forces are working diligently to recruit challengers to top conservative...
11/19/25 Sharia Courts in Dallas?
-Abbott Calls for Criminal Investigations Into Sharia Courts Operating in North Texas -UT-Austin Placed DEI...
Can This Man Reclaim Mitch McConnell’s RINO-Held Seat?
On this Salcedo Storm Podcast: Nate Morris is the Chairman of Morris Industries, and a 9th generation...
11.19.2025: Congressional map blocked
Abbott Designates Two Muslim Groups as Foreign Terrorist Organizations… Federal Court Blocks Texas’ New...