A group of students from the University of Texas at Austin laid the groundwork for a significant shift in reproductive rights in 1969, when they began directing women to reliable sources of contraception and safe abortion services. This initiative, led by student Judy Smith, started informally with gatherings at her home to discuss the challenges…
AUSTIN, Texas – A new legal action has emerged concerning the tragic flooding incident at Camp Mystic that resulted in the loss of lives last July. Filed in federal court on Monday, this lawsuit represents the families of nine of the 27 campers and counselors who perished during the disaster. The lawsuit targets six officials…
A CEO from San Antonio has admitted to his role in a $69.5 million Ponzi scheme that deceived 345 real estate investors. Devin Elder, aged 47, entered a guilty plea in federal court, acknowledging one count of wire fraud. Between January 2023 and March 2025, Elder fraudulently raised more than $69.5 million through 17 real…
AUSTIN, TEXAS – On February 18, 2023, the Texas State Capitol stands as a backdrop to a growing controversy surrounding the fatal shooting of Ruben Ray Martinez by a federal immigration agent. State Representative Ray Lopez is calling for a public hearing regarding the incident, which has raised serious concerns about a potential cover-up. Invoking…
In Austin, Texas, a significant gathering took place at the Capitol as numerous protesters called for the U.S. government to intervene in Iran. With ongoing military buildups in the Middle East, demonstrators urged President Trump to take decisive action against the Iranian regime. On the south steps of the Capitol, a vibrant display of Iranian…
A man was fatally injured in a shooting at an apartment complex in northeast Austin early Saturday morning, leading to an investigation by local authorities into the city’s 10th homicide of the year. Officers responded to a call at the 1400 block of East Lundberg Lane shortly after 3 a.m. Upon arrival, they discovered a…
In a significant ruling, Judge Tanisa Jeffers has ordered the release of Boone, an 8-year-old Blue Lacy dog, from his owner, John Kaschak, following a viral video that showed the animal being abused. The courtroom erupted in applause as the judge declared that Boone would not be returned to Kaschak, who has been accused of…
AUSTIN, Texas – As the first week of early voting draws to a close in Texas, a wave of uncertainty looms over the political landscape, particularly concerning voter turnout in relation to immigration enforcement. This issue is being closely monitored, especially in South Texas, where traditional Democratic strongholds are facing unexpected challenges from Republican candidates….
In the upcoming March 3 primary election, four Democratic candidates are vying for the Travis County commissioner position in Precinct 2, challenging incumbent Brigid Shea. This precinct encompasses a diverse area spanning West, Central, and Eastern Travis County, located north of the river. Voters can utilize county resources to determine their precinct assignments. The commissioners…
BROWNSVILLE, Texas – U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers recently intercepted a significant amount of cocaine valued at nearly half a million dollars, hidden inside a tractor at the Veterans International Bridge cargo facility. The seizure took place on Saturday, February 14, 2026, when officers conducted a secondary inspection of a 1987 Kenworth tractor…
