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IRS Withholds Wages of Arlington Mayor Over Federal Tax Debt
Taxpayers reportedly question Mayor Jim Ross’ ability to lead Arlington because of issues with his personal finances.
Is Texas Shielding Thousands of Illegal Aliens From Deportation With ‘U Visas’?
A Texas Scorecard investigation reveals troubling patterns in how law enforcement agencies across Texas are...
Meet the AAUP: Pauline Strong
A national academic association that promotes radical ideologies and activism has stashed assets across...
Abbott Vetoes Proposal To Allow Teachers on Appraisal Boards
Gov. Greg Abbott has vetoed a bill that would have allowed public school teachers to serve on local appraisal review boards, siding with conservative lawmakers who argued the measure created a clear conflict of interest. Senate Bill 974, authored by Democrat Sen....
Late-Night Veto: Abbott Rejects THC Ban Bill
With less than an hour before the midnight deadline, Gov. Greg Abbott vetoed Senate Bill 3, legislation that would have banned the sale of THC-infused products across Texas. The veto comes after weeks of speculation over the bill’s fate, despite overwhelming support...
Houston’s Taxpayer-Sponsored LGBT Parade Featured Sexualized Performances Near Children
Marketed as safe and inclusive for all ages, Houston’s LGBT “Pride” party featured overtly adult activities in full view of children.
New Texas Laws Protect Parental Rights
Lawmakers paid special attention to issues arising in family courts.
Allen ISD Elementary Teacher Indicted for Sexual Contact With Students
Austin White was placed on leave from Preston Elementary in October 2024.
US Supreme Court Upholds Texas Age-Verification Law for Online Porn Sites
The Court found that the law is a constitutionally permissible exercise of the state’s authority to protect children from sexually explicit content.
State Lawmakers Ask Abbott To Add Conservative Priorities to Special Session Agenda
Requested additions include banning taxpayer-funded lobbying and banning in-state tuition for illegal aliens.
Houston Parents Sue HISD Over Daughter’s Secret Social Gender Transition
A Houston family is taking the state’s largest school district to court, claiming their daughter was socially transitioned by school staff in direct defiance of their explicit instructions.
Texas Education Board Delays Vote on New Standards for Trustee Training
SBOE Chairman Aaron Kinsey decided to create an ad hoc committee to further consider the revised training framework.
Harris County Agencies Reportedly Spent Millions With No Paper Trail
Last year, Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo said the Harris County Toll Road Authority, Engineering Department, and Flood Control District had procurement issues.
IRS Withholds Wages of Arlington Mayor Over Federal Tax Debt
Taxpayers reportedly question Mayor Jim Ross’ ability to lead Arlington because of issues with his personal finances.
Is Texas Shielding Thousands of Illegal Aliens From Deportation With ‘U Visas’?
A Texas Scorecard investigation reveals troubling patterns in how law enforcement agencies across Texas are...
Meet the AAUP: Pauline Strong
A national academic association that promotes radical ideologies and activism has stashed assets across...
Abbott Vetoes Proposal To Allow Teachers on Appraisal Boards
Gov. Greg Abbott has vetoed a bill that would have allowed public school teachers to serve on local appraisal review boards, siding with conservative lawmakers who argued the measure created a clear conflict of interest. Senate Bill 974, authored by Democrat Sen....
Late-Night Veto: Abbott Rejects THC Ban Bill
With less than an hour before the midnight deadline, Gov. Greg Abbott vetoed Senate Bill 3, legislation that would have banned the sale of THC-infused products across Texas. The veto comes after weeks of speculation over the bill’s fate, despite overwhelming support...
VIDEOS AND PODCASTS
Collin County Rejects Proposed Islamic Development
The developers have yet to submit plans to the county.
5.16.2025: Faux-life sabotage.
Gov. Abbott Requests Waiver to Ban Unhealthy SNAP Purchases in Texas… Hundreds of Bills Die as Texas House...
5/15/25 A Win for Parental Rights
- Texas Lawmakers Pass Constitutional Amendment Enshrining Parental Rights - Texas Moves Closer To...
Crime, It’s The Democrat’s Way
On this Salcedo Storm Podcast: Jason Mattera is the acclaimed New York Times bestseller of three books, the...
Is Your Data Open to Attack?
School districts across the state are leaving money to protect themselves from data breaches on the table.
The Democrats Seem To Say, “Laws Don’t Apply To Us”
Joe DiGenova is a former United States attorney for Washington, D.C., and Victoria Toensing is the former...
6.24.2025: Marijuana fight erupts.
Veto of THC Ban Sparks Fierce Response From Patrick… How Texas' Law Enforcement Officials Are Shielding...
6/23/25 Greg Abbott Calls Lawmakers Back to Work
- Gov. Greg Abbott Announces July 21 Special Session - Late-Night Veto: Abbott Rejects THC Ban Bill - Abbott...
The Show Behind The Show, Bombing Iran Edition
On this Salcedo Storm Podcast: The boys try to make sense of what kind of world will result from America...