From Beto O’Rourke to Don Huffines, There’s Little Room for Centrists in Austin
Political experts say it’s getting more difficult for centrists to succeed in Texas elections.
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Collin Texas Faculty Association Honors Professor Who Died of COVID-19
Over the weekend, the Collin Texas Faculty Association presented a memorial plaque to the family of a Collin College nursing professor who died of COVID-19.
Fired Dallas Paramedic Brad Cox, Who Kicked Mentally Ill Man in 2019, Loses License
The Texas Department of State Health Services revoked Brad Cox’s paramedic license, saying he creates an imminent danger to the public health and safety.
Dallas Is Using $2 Million to Update the City’s Biking Infrastructure
City Council past a bike plan in 2011 that was supposed to be complete this year. Today, only a fraction of the plan is complete.
Mar-a-Lago Event Attendees Can Pay $50,000 for Dinner and a Photo with Trump and Ken Paxton
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has always been a staunch supporter of former President Donald Trump, and now Trump’s seemingly returning the favor yet again: He’s hosting a pricy dinner and photo session for Paxton at Mar-a-Lago next month. On Dec. 9, Trump’s hosting an invite-only fundraiser for Paxton’s reelection…
After Being Sentenced for Jan. 6 Charge, Jenna Ryan Says She Plans to ‘Do a Lot of Yoga’ in Prison
Frisco real estate broker Jenna Ryan, who was sentenced last week over her role in the Capitol insurrection, said she plans on “doing a lot of yoga” in prison.
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Matthew McConaughey Says He Opposes Vaccine Mandates for Kids for Now
Actor Matthew McConaughey, who’s reportedly considering a run for Texas governor, said he’s against coronavirus vaccine mandates for kids.
Louie Gohmert Says He Just Might Want To Be Texas’ Next Attorney General
Of course he does. After all, It’s only been a couple weeks since Rolling Stone reported that Texas Congressman Louie Gohmert was among a gaggle of GOP lawmakers allegedly meeting in secret with the organizers of the Jan. 6 insurrection. (Gohmert has dismissed the allegations as false.) But when you’re Louie…
After State Appeals, Delta-8 THC Is Back on Controlled Substance List in Texas
The state filed an appeal that puts its ban on delta-8 and other THC isomers until hemp companies can file an emergency motion to their temporary injunction against the ban reinstated.
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In Bid for Governor’s Mansion, Allen West Will Have to Win Over the Texas GOP
The Army requires its soldiers to take up running, and despite needing a pacemaker, the 60-year-old retired lieutenant colonel has retained the habit. In the mornings, Allen West gets up by 5:30 and pounds the pavement for 4 miles, sometimes longer. The Republican politician says it’s during these times that…
Leaked Dallas Police Helicopter Surveillance Footage Raises Privacy Concerns
In September, the Dallas Police Department announced an expansion of its aerial surveillance program before the city’s Public Safety Committee. The police department soon after expanded its eyes in the sky, adding unmanned drones to its helicopter unit. Albert Martinez, the police chief’s executive assistant, assured the committee that DPD’s aerial…
The Fight Against a West Dallas Concrete Batch Plant Heads to City Council
The City Plan Commission denied a concrete batch plant a permit required to operate. The batch plant is appealing this decision before the City Council Wednesday. Residents say they don’t want the plant near their neighborhoods.
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U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz Apparently Thinks Big Bird is ‘The Media’
U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz is taking on Bird Bird over the Muppet’s pro-vaccination stance.
Help Us, Amadeus: People Keep Going Wild on Airplanes, and the Feds Want It to Stop
Assaults on airplanes have skyrocketed this year.
Man Wanted to Give Bomb-Making Tips to Neo-Nazis But Was Speaking to Undercover Feds
Beau Daniel Merryman could go to federal prison for 20 years.
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REvil Ransomware Attacks Targeted 22 Texas Cities. Now, Two Men Have Been Charged.
A Russian and Ukrainian national face over 100 years in prison for charges related to ransomware attacks across the country.
Texas Judge Issues Temporary Injunction Allowing Delta-8 THC Sales For Now
The Texas Department of State Health Services essentially banned delta-8 and other THC isomers by adding them to the controlled substances list. After a hearing on Friday, a judge granted a temporary injunction against the ban.
Fledgling National Security Agency Honcho Visited Texas to Talk Counter-Terrorism
When hackers breached the Houston-based Colonial Pipeline’s cybersecurity defenses in late April, the whole country took a hit. Within days, drivers from Houston to New Hampshire found themselves waiting in line for hours to get gas.The federal government later concluded the country could’ve only lasted another three to five days…
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Dallas Journalist Barrett Brown Convicted in U.K. for Holding ‘KILL COPS’ Banner
On Friday, journalist Barrett Brown announced he’d been convicted on charges related to a banner he’d held at a London protest.
Dallas-Fort Worth Named No. 4 Best Warm-Weather Destination for Winter Travel
Dallas was named the No. 4 best warm-weather destination for winter travel.
Texas Bans Chaining Unattended Dogs Outside
SB 5 goes into affect on Jan. 18, 2022. Violating the law will be a Class C misdemeanor punishable by a fine of up to $500. Repeat offenses could lead to Class B misdemeanor charges.
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‘I Just Shouldn’t Tweet’: Frisco Realtor Jenna Ryan’s Going to Prison for 60 Days Over Jan. 6 Capitol Riot
Frisco real estate broker Jenna Ryan was sentenced on Thursday in connection to the Jan. 6 insurrection.