Texas Rep. Gina Hinojosa Joins Race to Challenge Gov. Greg Abbott
The five-term state lawmaker from Austin has homed in on education issues in the Texas House, becoming a primary foil to Abbott on school vouchers.
FEMA has Denied Most Kerr County Aid After July 4 Flood
Advocates are questioning why so many applicants from the flood-ravaged county have not received federal disaster help. Nonprofits are trying to fill in the gaps.
Council Approves New Fire Stations 8 & 10
The existing Fire Stations No. 8 and No. 10 require replacement due to energy inefficiency, degraded foundations, and outdated infrastructure.
City of Corpus Christi Approves Texan Store at CCIA
The site will feature a modern convenience store and numerous covered fuel pumps for both gasoline and diesel.
Traffic Signals at Everhart Road and Staples
Wednesday’s work will involve removing outdated mast arms and replacing them with new, state-of-the-art mast arms and signal equipment.
USDA slaps down Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller over New World Screwworm
The federal agency accused Miller of disregarding proven strategies to combat the parasitic pest “in favor of clickbait publicity stunts.”
Harrison vs. Higher Ed
State Rep. Brian Harrison has been on a crusade against Texas universities, scouring course catalogs and university websites for examples of “gender ideology.
AG Paxton Warns Hospital Over Alleged COVID-19 Vaccine Mandates
Texas law prohibits healthcare providers from denying organ transplants or related services solely because of a patient’s decision to receive or not receive a COVID-19 or other vaccination.
Felony Judgement in Gambling Case
This would be the second time that the Player’s Lounge had been raided in less than a year.
More Texas Kindergarten are Coming to School Without Measles Vaccination
In school districts and charter networks with the most vaccine delinquencies, as many as 44% of kindergarteners were not complying with state requirements.
Commissioner Revoke Registration of Austin-based Investment Adviser
The Texas State Securities Board filed a notice of hearing with the State Office of Administrative Hearings asserting, among other things, that Smith Wealth Advisors and Smith misappropriated funds from at least ten clients.
Paxton Secures Agreement for Parental Access to their Children’s Health Records
Under the agreement, parents will again receive full, real-time access to their children’s electronic medical information, except for any portions specifically restricted by state or federal law.
Four Injured in Single-Vehicle Crash Near CR 70 and CR 892
Authorities say the vehicle had four occupants, all of whom were ejected during the crash.
Race for Space - Rio Grande Student Have a Chance to Build Their own Rockets
In the shadow of SpaceX, Rio Grande Valley students will have a chance to build their own rockets and launch them 11,000 feet in the air, under a program that hopes to spark interest in aerospace jobs.
Local Student Makes Impact in D.C. with TAMU System Scholars Program
The program offers hands-on experiences that will help students understand the role policy plays in various industries.
CBP Officers Seize More than $4.4 Million in Cocaine
U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Office of Field Operations officers at the Laredo Port of Entry seized cocaine valued at more than $4.4 million hidden within a tractor trailer.
AG Paxton Arrests Eight Individuals Connected to Houston Abortionist Who Illegally Practiced Without Medical Licenses
As the investigation expanded, eight additional individuals were indicted for practicing medicine without a license under Rojas.
CCPD Celebrates 42nd Annual National Night Out
A drug and crime prevention program that aims to strengthen the bond between the community and our police officers.
Texas Parents Outraged Over Alleged Abuse of Kids at School
Six teachers and the school principal have either resigned or been fired over the alleged abuse of special needs students.
Texas National Guard now in Illinois to Safeguard ICE Officers
There were 200 Texas guards in Illinois as of Tuesday, according to Texas Democratic lawmakers and as well as other outlets citing anonymous sources.