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EPA Clears Houston’s Fifth Ward Site Months After Dioxin Scare
An EPA study conducted at Hester House had revealed dioxin levels—known carcinogens—measuring five times higher than the federal screening limit for children’s safety.
University of Texas Bans Drag Shows on Campus
3/19 Updated with response from Tarrant County Judge Tim O'Hare The University of Texas System has...
Irving Residents Say ‘No’ to Las Vegas Sands’ Casino Gambling Plan
Irving residents are saying “no” to casino gambling in their city, but city officials are saying “yes.”...
3 Arrested Amid AG Paxton Investigation Into Illegal Abortion Clinics
Three suspects accused of performing unlawful abortions in the Houston area, including one illegal alien, have been arrested. Attorney General Ken Paxton announced the arrests of Maria Margarita Rojas, known as “Dr. Maria,” and illegal alien Jose Manuel Cendan Ley for...
Allegation: House Stalling Ban on Social Transitioning
Some in and around the Texas Capitol fear House leadership is trying to quietly kill legislation that bans the social gender transitioning of minors. Questions about the legislative process are at the center of a battle over a measure filed by State Rep. Steve Toth...
Medical Liberty Legislation Awaits Gov. Abbott’s Approval
Although Texans for Vaccine Choice views this as a great victory, several bills died in the legislative process.
Conflict of Interest? House Republicans Urge Abbott to Veto Appraisal Board Bill
The Democrat-authored legislation would allow public school teachers to serve on property appraisal boards.
Legislature Adjourns—Now the Governor Has the Last Word
The Texas House and Senate have adjourned sine die.
Texas Supreme Court To Decide if State Judges Have Freedom of Religion
Courts consider whether Texas law requires judges to officiate same-sex marriages.
Texas Lawmakers Vote To Increase Judicial Pay and Their Own Pensions in Last-Minute Deal
A dispute over increases to legislator pensions threatened to kill a judicial pay raise in recent days.
Legislation Prohibiting Soda and Candy Purchases Using SNAP Benefits Heads to Governor’s Desk
The House and Senate have approved the measure’s final language.
San Antonio Educator Arrested for Sexual Assault of 12-Year-Old Student
Christopher Uresti met his alleged victim while working for Southwest ISD.
TEA Extends Control of Houston ISD Until 2027, Appoints New Board Members
The school district now faces a two-year window to meet strict state criteria, improve student outcomes, and regain local control.
EPA Clears Houston’s Fifth Ward Site Months After Dioxin Scare
An EPA study conducted at Hester House had revealed dioxin levels—known carcinogens—measuring five times higher than the federal screening limit for children’s safety.
University of Texas Bans Drag Shows on Campus
3/19 Updated with response from Tarrant County Judge Tim O'Hare The University of Texas System has...
Irving Residents Say ‘No’ to Las Vegas Sands’ Casino Gambling Plan
Irving residents are saying “no” to casino gambling in their city, but city officials are saying “yes.”...
3 Arrested Amid AG Paxton Investigation Into Illegal Abortion Clinics
Three suspects accused of performing unlawful abortions in the Houston area, including one illegal alien, have been arrested. Attorney General Ken Paxton announced the arrests of Maria Margarita Rojas, known as “Dr. Maria,” and illegal alien Jose Manuel Cendan Ley for...
Allegation: House Stalling Ban on Social Transitioning
Some in and around the Texas Capitol fear House leadership is trying to quietly kill legislation that bans the social gender transitioning of minors. Questions about the legislative process are at the center of a battle over a measure filed by State Rep. Steve Toth...
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12/19/23 ACLU Sues over Texas’ New Border Security Plan
- The ACLU accuses Texas of violating the supremacy clause in new border security law. - Government...
Gov-ed, Undermining Parents and Propriety
On this Salcedo Storm Podcast: Mallory Rechtenbach serves as legal counsel on the Parental Rights team at...
Is the GOP Waving The White Flag In The Face Of Inferior Democrats?
On this Salcedo Storm Podcast: Quisha King is a fighter for faith, culture, and politics for the next...
12.19.2023: Public schools are failing to educate Texas students
More Than Half of Texas Students Are Failing… Dan Patrick: Dade Phelan is Breaking State Law… CBP Suspends...
The Show Behind The Show, National Security Edition
On this Salcedo Storm Podcast: Sean is out, and the national security brothers are in! Retired, Lt. Colonel...
3.31.2025: House members skip work.
Most Texas House Members Skipped Work… Superintendent Salaries Continue to Climb as Schools Claim They’re...
Real Texans: J.M. Lozano
On this week’s REAL TEXANS, we meet J.M. Lozano, a family man, entrepreneur, and Democrat-turned-Republican...
3/28/25 House Members Didn’t Show Up Today
- Quorum Collapse: Most Texas House Members Skip Work - Superintendent Salaries Continue to Climb as Schools...