DALLAS — At the GOP midterm convention, Texas Republicans presented a dual narrative regarding the economy, juxtaposing their achievements with the challenges faced by voters. They highlighted popular initiatives such as tax breaks for workers in the tip and overtime sectors as evidence of the party’s commitment to supporting working families, while attributing the ongoing…
ODESSA — The Public Utility Commission of Texas has recently authorized a contentious 370-mile transmission line project, contingent upon two transmission companies collaborating with landowners to implement adjustments. This initiative, known as the Howard Solstice transmission line, aims to facilitate the transportation of electricity through South Texas, primarily benefiting the oil and gas sector in…
The Texas Supreme Court has ruled against Galveston County’s implementation of new voting district boundaries for the upcoming November general election, determining that the county officials improperly altered district lines after the primaries. In an unsigned opinion, the court emphasized that state law mandates the uniform and consistent conduct of elections across Texas, instructing Galveston…
Recent findings from a state report highlight the need for greater transparency regarding Texas’s expenditures on temporary housing for foster children and the financial activities of private contractors involved in foster care services. The Legislative Budget Board’s 2026 Strategic Fiscal Review indicated that the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS) could enhance its…
Senate Leadership Fund Enters Texas Senate Race with Major Ad Buy DALLAS — The Senate Leadership Fund, a super PAC linked to Senate Majority Leader John Thune, is stepping into the Texas U.S. Senate race, launching its first advertising campaign in support of Ken Paxton. This strategic move comes as the group allocates an initial…
Vanessa Melendez faced ongoing challenges with her family’s Medicaid and food assistance applications for several months when she discovered she was pregnant with her third child. In December, she submitted a new application for Medicaid for Pregnant Women, a program that ensures coverage during pregnancy and for twelve months post-delivery. Then she waited. It wasn’t…
Late-night television host Jimmy Kimmel announced that he will not air an interview with Democratic U.S. Senate candidate James Talarico, scheduled to be recorded on Thursday. This decision comes after the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) issued what Kimmel described as “threats” against his show and its network, ABC. During his show on Wednesday, Kimmel expressed…
Austin’s Mayor Kirk Watson is advocating for the closure of two persistently underperforming middle schools as part of an initiative to maintain the independence of the local school district. This plan, which relies on parental support, was detailed in Watson’s newsletter released on Wednesday. Watson’s proposal references a little-known provision in Texas law that empowers…
DALLAS — James Talarico, the Democratic nominee for U.S. Senate, announced on Wednesday his opposition to transgender student-athletes competing in girls’ sports if such participation threatens safety or fairness. This marks a significant shift from his earlier stance taken during his tenure in the Texas House, where he opposed restrictions on trans athletes. <p“Every sport…
Texans are currently facing significant challenges as everyday expenses soar, outpacing income growth. Essential costs including gas, housing, groceries, and healthcare have seen considerable increases, prompting concerns among residents as midterm candidates promote themselves as solutions to these financial burdens. Many Texans are struggling with the impact of these rising costs. The search for affordable…
