Texas Is About to Make Hemp Illegal Again
A bill that would ban nearly all THC-containing hemp products is now headed to Governor Greg Abbott’s...
Cost of Living in Texas Rises as Minimum Wage is Stuck in 2009
A popular social media meme these days is the #10YearChallenge, in which users post pictures of themselves from ten years ago and today, to show how they’ve changed over the last decade. When it comes to the minimum wage in Texas, however, the #10YearChallenge would show no change at all.
Push to Make Texas “Second Amendment Sanctuary” State Continues Amid Mass Shootings
Governor Greg Abbott has recommitted himself to having as little gun control in Texas as possible even as the nation is rocked by two...
Chinese Consulate Closure Will Have Big Impact, None of it Good
It may not happen right away, but there will be an impact from the White House decision to order the Chinese Consulate in Houston...
Before Sine Die, A Busy Weekend for Texas Lawmakers
Though the last day of the legislative session on Monday was a mostly ceremonial affair, Saturday and...
COVID-19, Lack of Funding to Blame for Census Response Lag in Texas
April 1 was census day in the United States. This is the day which determines who is counted in the 2020 census and where...
Texas House Democrats Kill Voting Restriction Bill
One of the most controversial bills during this Legislature has been Republican priority SB 7, also known as Voter Suppression bill, aimed to modify...
Texas GOP Far Right Rally to Air “Grievances” Sees Familiar Faces
Over a hundred people gathered outside of Dallas City Hall on Saturday to take part in a Texas GOP rally to voice opinions on...
DPS Adds Saturday Appointments at Some Driver License Offices
The Texas Department of Public Safety has added additional Saturday appointment availability at select driver’s license offices for customers who need to renew or...
