A routine traffic stop in Texas has erupted into a major civil-rights case after a viral dashcam video appears to show a K-9 unit alerting to no narcotics — and the deputy handling the dog […]
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Texas DPS Officers Association Draws Backlash for Selling Trump Merchandise Under State Branding
The Texas Department of Public Safety Officers Association (DPSOA) — a private nonprofit representing active-duty state troopers — is drawing public criticism after advertising Trump-themed merchandise under the official Texas Department of Public Safety name […]
Dallas Church Paints Rainbow Steps After Governor Abbott Orders Removal of Crosswalks
In response to Governor Greg Abbott’s statewide directive ordering the removal of rainbow crosswalks, Oak Lawn United Methodist Church (OLUMC) has begun painting its front steps in the colors of the rainbow — a visible […]
Texas Attorney General Orders Covert Operations to “Uproot Leftist Terror Cells” in Texas
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has announced new undercover operations aimed at infiltrating and dismantling what his office describes as “leftist terror cells” operating within the state. The move comes amid his office’s assertion of […]
“Why Sergio?”: Deportation ends 36-year dream for celebrated Waco chef
Photo: Sergio and Sandra Garcia built popular restaurants over three decades in Waco. Credit: Courtesy of Sergio Garcia family By Sam Shaw, The Waco BridgeOct. 7, 2025 ““Why Sergio?”: Deportation ends 36-year dream for celebrated Waco chef” […]
A Houston mother held by ICE must choose: indefinite detention or be deported without her family
Photo: José Avila and his sons, Jeremiah (left) and Issac (middle), attend service at their Houston church in June. José is a devout Christian, finding solace in his faith while his wife was detained. By […]
ICE Rolls Into Chicago With Fearmongering Post — Here’s the Truth They Left Out
ICE took to Facebook this week, posting a photo of one of their black SUVs parked on a Chicago rooftop, along with this caption: “CHICAGO: a sanctuary city that attracts and protects criminal illegal aliens […]
Texas Rep. James Talarico to launch Democratic primary bid for U.S. Senate
Texas Rep. James Talarico D-Austin speaks during a redistricting rally at Delco Activity Center on July 25, 2025 in Austin. Credit: Ronaldo Bolaños/The Texas Tribune By Kayla Guo and Eleanor Klibanoff, The Texas TribuneSept. 5, 2025 Texas […]
ACLU, other groups sue to block Texas’ DEI ban on K-12 public schools
The ACLU and a group of LGBTQ+ and student rights organizations are suing Texas to block the state’s ban on diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives in K-12 public schools. Photo Credit: Ilana Panich-Linsman for The Texas Tribune […]
More than 800 new laws will go into effect in Texas on Sept. 1. Here are some of the significant ones.
By Alex Nguyen, The Texas TribuneAug. 28, 2025 More than 800 new laws are about to take effect in Texas, and they are set to bring sweeping changes to the state’s education systems, water infrastructure […]
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