Texas Schools Enact New Laws with Cellphone Ban, Ten Commandments Posters, and Stricter Content Rules
Texas students face a new cellphone ban and the mandate to display the Ten Commandments in classrooms, coupled with tighter control over school library content and a ban on DEI initiatives.
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton Seeks Full Appeals Court Review to Reinforce State's Immigration Enforcement Law
Texas AG Ken Paxton seeks an en banc rehearing with the Fifth Circuit to defend a state law, SB 4, permitting state-led immigration enforcement and deportation orders by state judges.
Houston Takes Center Stage in Contentious Texas Redistricting Battle Amid Accusations of GOP Power Play
Texas lawmakers and community leaders dispute over a redistricting plan accused of diluting minority representation and serving a GOP power play, as tensions and testimonies unfold in public hearings.
Attorney General Ken Paxton Halts Harris County's "Guaranteed Income" Program in Legal Win for Texas State Law
Texas AG Ken Paxton announced victory as Harris County ends its "guaranteed income" program due to legal challenges, upholding a Texas constitutional provision against public funds aiding individuals.
Houston in Hot Seat as Texas Legislators Clash Over Possible Racial Gerrymandering in Heated Redistricting Dispute
Texas legislators convene for a special session on redistricting, amid claims of racial gerrymandering in Houston and Dallas. The move, influenced by former President Trump, is criticized as a GOP strategy to gain seats.
Gov. Abbott Announces 2025 Inductees of Texas Women's Hall of Fame for Exceptional State Contributions
Governor Abbott announces the 2025 Texas Women's Hall of Fame inductees, honoring women for their achievements in various sectors, including aerospace, law, business, arts, and law enforcement.
Texas Teachers Poised for Aid with Proposed $1,000 Grant for Classroom Supplies Under House Bill 128
A Texas bill proposes a $1,000 annual grant for teachers to buy classroom supplies, aiming to ease their personal financial burden. The program could start in the 2026-2027 school year if passed.












