A new era of support for incarcerated veterans in Texas has begun, as Senate Bill 2938 (SB 2938) officially went into effect on September 1, 2025. This landmark legislation mandates that all Texas county jails systematically verify the veteran status of every inmate during the intake process, addressing a long-standing inconsistency in how service members…
Authorities are engaged in an expanding manhunt for Jose Osman Aguilar Cantillano, 32, identified as the suspect in a fatal shooting that erupted early Sunday morning outside the Alas Locas Sports Bar in Cleveland, Texas. The violent incident resulted in two deaths and left four others injured, prompting a widespread search that now extends beyond…
Manhunt Underway After Fatal Shooting at Liberty County Sports Bar A tense manhunt is currently underway in Liberty County, Texas, following a violent shooting incident that erupted early Sunday morning, September 7, 2025. The attack, which occurred outside the Alas Locas sports bar, claimed the life of one man and left five others injured, prompting…
AUSTIN, TX – The Texas Legislature adjourned its second special session early Thursday, marking the end of a highly productive and politically charged period that saw the passage of a new congressional map designed to boost Republican representation, alongside significant conservative legislative victories. Governor Greg Abbott successfully pushed through key priorities including stricter measures on…
Texas is ushering in a transformative era as over 800 new laws, passed during the 89th Legislative Session, officially took effect statewide on September 1, 2025. This extensive legislative package introduces significant reforms across education, state budgeting, social policies, and more, generating considerable buzz and sparking widespread discussion throughout the current news cycle in Texas….
Dramatic Multi-Vehicle Collision Disrupts East Texas Highway, Injuring 17 A significant multi-vehicle collision involving two tractor-trailers and six passenger vehicles erupted on Interstate 20 in East Texas on Saturday, August 31, 2025, leaving 17 individuals injured and bringing the vital highway to a standstill for hours. The incident, which occurred near Lindale, prompted a swift…
In a significant move that intensifies the ongoing debate over LGBTQ+ rights in the Lone Star State, the Texas House of Representatives has passed Senate Bill 8 (SB 8), a sweeping piece of legislation that restricts transgender individuals’ access to public restrooms, locker rooms, and other private facilities. The bill, which now heads for a…
The United States is witnessing a significant surge in domestic solar manufacturing, a trend bolstered by strategic partnerships aimed at fortifying the nation’s energy security and economic independence. A prime example of this burgeoning sector is the collaboration between T1 Energy, an Austin-based solar and battery technology firm, and materials science leader Corning Inc. This…
AUSTIN, Texas – Just hours after the Texas Senate approved a new congressional map, a coalition of thirteen Texas voters has filed a federal lawsuit, alleging the recently passed legislation constitutes an unconstitutional racial gerrymander designed to dilute the voting power of Black and Latino communities. The filing marks the latest legal salvo in a…
The Texas Senate has given final approval to a new congressional voting map, a move that significantly bolsters the Republican Party’s prospects by creating an estimated five additional GOP-leaning seats. The legislation, which cleared the Senate early Saturday, August 23, 2025, now heads to Governor Greg Abbott’s desk, where he is expected to swiftly sign…
