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'Republicans sent a message': Primary victories for Abbott, O'Rourke set up November gubernatorial contest
By John Suayan | Mar 2, 2022
Gov. Greg Abbott's quest for a third consecutive term continues as he emerged the victor in the Republican primary, pitting him against former U.S. Congressman Beto O'Rourke in the November gubernatorial contest.
'Texas stands with Ukraine': Abbott requests businesses remove Russian products from shelves
By John Suayan | Mar 1, 2022
Gov. Greg Abbott has requested Texas businesses to remove Russian products in response to Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
Increased crime in Houston strikes a chord with Urban Reform president Charles Blain
By Solange DeLisle | Feb 28, 2022
The spike in violent crimes across Houston isn't sitting well with community leaders, who want to see more action from local governments.
'We stand resolute with the Ukrainian people': Texas leaders weigh in on Russia's invasion of Ukraine
By John Suayan | Feb 24, 2022
Texas Republican and Democratic leaders have responded to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.
'There’s a lot of important things that need to happen': Cruz meets with Texas Southern University officials, students
By John Suayan | Feb 23, 2022
U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz visited Texas Southern University on Feb. 22 where he met with students and campus officials to discuss a variety of issues.
'Ukrainians want to live in peace': Houstonians with connections to Ukraine monitor crisis
By John Suayan | Feb 23, 2022
Houston is home to over 4,000 people with ties to Ukraine – and like their compatriots back home more than 6,000 miles away – they nervously wait as to what will be Russian President Vladimir Putin's next move.
Mayoral candidate Williams pledges to 'bring a change of direction to Houston'
By Andy Nghiem | Feb 19, 2022
On Feb. 13, U.S. Marine Corps veteran Robin Williams announced her candidacy for Houston mayor.
George P. Bush statements conflict with his attorneys’ claims on role with state-backed Pennybacker Fund
By Houston Daily reports | Feb 15, 2022
Texas Land Commissioner George P. Bush told Bloomberg News that Texas needs a new Attorney General “that is above reproach.”
'Abbott refuses to enforce his mask mandate ban:' Huffines criticizes Texas governor
By Art Benavidez | Feb 15, 2022
GOP gubernatorial candidate Don Huffines is taking Gov. Greg Abbott to task for failing to uphold his mask mandate ban in Houston.
Huffines disapproves of Harris County budget that 'paves the way for lawlessness'
By Bob Martin | Feb 15, 2022
Harris County recently approved its budget that rejected 82% of funding requests for law enforcement, a move that irked Republican gubernatorial candidate Don Huffines.
'I’m concerned if someone was intentionally doing this': Brazoria County politician alleges someone intentionally cut brake line on campaign vehicle
By Timothy Stuckey | Feb 13, 2022
Brazoria County authorities are currently conducting an investigation after Manvel City Councilmember Dan Davis reported his truck's brake line was intentionally cut, according to a Fox report.
'The people deserve better': Hidalgo criticized for actions during funeral of officer killed in Houston
By Steven Hughes | Feb 11, 2022
Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo is under fire for her actions during the funeral of Charles Galloway, who was part of Harris County Pct. 5 Constables.
'Thousands of lives are being destroyed by the endless flow of drugs across our border': Huffines says he'll do more to fight drug trafficking
By Steven Hughes | Feb 9, 2022
U.S. Customs and Border Patrol officers found over $692,000 worth of marijuana in a tractor on Jan. 28 at the World Trade Bridge.
Huffines claims Abbott has 'allowed the woke agenda to take priority over urgent matters'
By Art Benavidez | Feb 9, 2022
GOP gubernatorial candidate Don Huffines has taken notice of the dangers that Harris County law enforcement officials are under and has pledged to make their jobs safer as governor.
Cruz calls Biden's move to name black woman to Supreme Court 'offensive'
By Bob Martin | Feb 6, 2022
Sen. Ted Cruz (R-TX) is criticizing President Joe Biden's promise to nominate a black woman to the Supreme Court seat that will be left open by retiring Associate Justice Stephen Breyer this summer.
'All illegal aliens will be deported': Gubernatorial candidate Huffines blasts Biden, Abbott on policy allowing immigrants to enter country illegally
By Zachary Richter | Feb 4, 2022
Texas gubernatorial candidate Don Huffines is going on the offensive, blasting Gov. Greg Abbott and tethering him to President Joe Biden when it comes to the policy of allowing immigrants into the country illegally.
'Texas is never, ever turning blue': Trump hints at possible presidential run at rally in Conroe
By Karen Kidd | Feb 4, 2022
Former President Donald Trump apparently believes that endorsing local GOP candidates and hinting at pardons for Jan. 6 insurrectionists will win votes from his vision of red-or-dead Texas – should he run again in 2024.
Abbott visits moving company for reelection campaign, pokes fun at CA: 'Moving trailers in CA are all going elsewhere'
By Trina Thomas | Jan 29, 2022
Gov. Greg Abbott (R-TX) made a pitstop in Houston to campaign for reelection on Jan. 18.
Convention of States member calls 'block walk' successful in Houston ISD run-off election
By Bob Martin | Jan 14, 2022
With two Republican candidates knocking off Democratic incumbents in the Houston school board runoff elections last month, a member of the Convention of States Foundation feels that her organization’s work was highly successful in educating people and getting people to go out and vote.
'Idiot': Crenshaw spars with Greene over FEMA's role in COVID-19 response
By John Suayan | Jan 7, 2022
Two representatives recently engaged in a social media spat after one lawmaker suggested the federal government should help his state with COVID-19 testing.