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DeSoto ISD Substitute Teacher Arrested for Sexually Assaulting Student
Bryson Newton is accused of sodomizing a child last year while teaching at Ruby Young Talented and Gifted Academy.
DOJ Charges Canadian Man in the 2021 Texas GOP Website Hack
The U.S. Department of Justice charged Canadian Aubrey Cottle with hacking and stealing sensitive data from...
Houston Mayor Prioritizes Drivers, Draws Protests
While the City of Houston pushes for wider lanes to accommodate traffic flow, some residents argue that...
Lawmaker’s Real Estate Ties Raise Eyebrows in Texas House Deal
A Democrat lawmaker is under scrutiny at the Texas Capitol after pushing legislation that could benefit his own private real estate firm—while taxpayers are left footing the bill. State Rep. Rafael Anchía of Dallas filed a bill this session that appears to crack down...
Blue Ridge Residents Continue To Oppose Islamic Developments
Opponents of two proposed Islamic developments in Blue Ridge packed Tuesday night’s City Council meeting, hoping to convince officials to reject the Muslim-owned projects. A standing-room-only crowd spilled out the doors as more than 40 residents of Blue Ridge and...
Trump DOJ Official Aaron Reitz Enters Race for Texas Attorney General
His campaign announcement included praise from Trump, who described Reitz as “a true MAGA attorney” and “a warrior for our Constitution.”
New STAAR Results Reveal Students ‘Not Where They Need To Be Academically’
The Texas Education Agency released high school End-of-Course assessments for Spring 2025.
Houston Doctor Warns Texas Needs More Robust Medical Freedom Protections
Dr. Mary Talley Bowden praised the Idaho Legislature’s elimination of almost all medical mandates and urged Texas to take further steps to secure medical liberty.
FBI Dallas Announces 109 Children Rescued, 244 Offenders Arrested in Child Exploitation Investigation
The investigation involved dozens of law enforcement agencies across Texas.
City Officials Across Texas Promise Order on Saturday Ahead of Nationwide Protests
Protests over federal immigration law enforcement are planned throughout Texas.
Who Is Running for Harris County Judge in 2026? Here Is the Field So Far.
Republican candidates advocate for fiscal discipline and support for law enforcement, while Democrat candidates emphasize progressive social policies and community programs.
Collin County Votes for Switch to Hand-Marked Ballots
County officials approved a plan to eliminate use of most ballot marking devices in the November 2025 election.
ICE Arrests Three More Illegal Aliens Outside Houston Immigration Court
A series of coordinated ICE arrests in Houston highlights the Trump administration’s commitment to expedited deportations.
DeSoto ISD Substitute Teacher Arrested for Sexually Assaulting Student
Bryson Newton is accused of sodomizing a child last year while teaching at Ruby Young Talented and Gifted Academy.
DOJ Charges Canadian Man in the 2021 Texas GOP Website Hack
The U.S. Department of Justice charged Canadian Aubrey Cottle with hacking and stealing sensitive data from...
Houston Mayor Prioritizes Drivers, Draws Protests
While the City of Houston pushes for wider lanes to accommodate traffic flow, some residents argue that...
Lawmaker’s Real Estate Ties Raise Eyebrows in Texas House Deal
A Democrat lawmaker is under scrutiny at the Texas Capitol after pushing legislation that could benefit his own private real estate firm—while taxpayers are left footing the bill. State Rep. Rafael Anchía of Dallas filed a bill this session that appears to crack down...
Blue Ridge Residents Continue To Oppose Islamic Developments
Opponents of two proposed Islamic developments in Blue Ridge packed Tuesday night’s City Council meeting, hoping to convince officials to reject the Muslim-owned projects. A standing-room-only crowd spilled out the doors as more than 40 residents of Blue Ridge and...
VIDEOS AND PODCASTS
Texas fights wokeness, yet Republican appoints Democrats to chair Youth Health and Safety Committee?
State Rep. Thompson is the second-longest-serving representative in the Texas House, beginning her 25th session this year. To read the full story, click here.
Choosing The Right Side
As citizens, we are called to a higher purpose.
3.1.2024: Federal judge blocks Texas border security law
Federal judge blocks Texas’ border security measure… D.C.-based PAC Backs Embattled Speaker Phelan… Lawmaker...
2/29/24 John Cornyn Wants a Promotion
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aB9f8Uv3g0A - Sen. John Cornyn announces run for Senate Majority Leader. -...
BONUS SUPER TUESDAY ELECTION CONTENT- Tinderholt, Harrison, and Schatzline
On this Salcedo Storm Podcast: I am joined by Representative Tony Tinderholt is the conservative who...
Former Education Secretary Bill Bennett Talks Education Freedom
On this Salcedo Storm Podcast: Secretary William Bennett served as chairman of the National Endowment for...
4.15.2025: House showdown set on school choice.
School Choice Showdown Set for Wednesday in Texas House… Officials Continue Investigations Into North Texas...
4/14/25 School Choice Fight Ahead
- School Choice Showdown in Texas House - Coalition Urges Hearing on Retail Decency Act to Shield Children...
The Show Behind The Show, Palm Sunday Edition
On this Salcedo Storm Podcast: Chris and Sean talk about Palm Sunday, the court system, and the left-wing...