Lonestar Spotlight

The Texas Parks and Wildlife Commission convenes March 25-26, 2026, to vote on critical statewide hunting and migratory bird regulations, significant land acquisitions, and proposed changes to residency requirements for licenses. Public input is being accepted until 5 p.m. on March 25, 2026, for proposed regulations and transactions. The meeting agenda includes discussions on the 2026-2027 Hunting and Migratory Bird Proclamation, over 2,900 acres of land acquisition in Stephens and Parker Counties, and updates to proof of residency rules for hunting and fishing licenses. Additionally, the commission will address harmful or potentially harmful aquatic plants and special take authorizations for disease management.

Facing a critical water shortage, Corpus Christi City Council votes to consider purchasing water from a private desalination plant, a move to avert an impending emergency.

The top-seeded Texas Longhorns kicked off their NCAA Tournament run with a decisive 87-45 victory over No. 16 seed Missouri State. Jordan Lee led the charge with 19 points, supported by Madison Booker’s double-double, as Texas established control early and maintained a commanding lead throughout the game. The Longhorns’ strong performance in size, speed, and defense secured their advancement to the second round, where they will face No. 8 seed Oregon.

Severe thunderstorms are targeting the Houston area. The National Weather Service issued critical alerts. Residents need to prepare for significant weather. This news is a top trending topic for Texas. The storms bring a serious threat. They arrived on Sunday, March 8, 2026. A wide swath of southern Texas faces danger. A severe thunderstorm watch…

Newly released videos challenge official accounts. They concern the death of Ruben Ray Martinez. A U.S. citizen, he died last year. A federal agent shot him in Texas. The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) gave its version. It claimed Martinez rammed his car. This happened during a beach trip. Now, new evidence raises serious questions….

Representative Tony Gonzales has ended his reelection campaign. He is a Republican from Texas. This decision follows his admission of an affair. It involved a former staff member. The news has sent shockwaves. It impacts Texas politics and Washington. Gonzales will still serve out his current term. He made his announcement late Thursday. Admission of…

Texas Antifa Trial Begins: Feds Detail Alleged Coordinated Attack on ICE Facility A significant trial is underway in Texas. Federal prosecutors are presenting serious charges. They allege a July 4th shooting was an antifa-led attack. This event occurred outside an immigration detention center. The prosecution calls it a coordinated assault. This trial marks a landmark…

North Texas is currently under a wind advisory. This alert signals increased fire danger. Breezy conditions are expected. Gusts could reach 35 mph. Temperatures are also rising significantly. Many areas will see highs in the 70s. This news is a top trending topic. It impacts many communities across the state. This situation demands careful attention….

The State of Texas is suing Dow Chemical. The lawsuit alleges widespread pollution violations. This action targets Dow’s plant in Seadrift. It’s located on the Texas Gulf Coast. The Texas Attorney General’s office filed the suit. This is major news for the state. Core Allegations in the Lawsuit The lawsuit details hundreds of violations. These…