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State Bar’s Sanction Effort Against Attorney General’s Top Assistant Dismissed by Texas Supreme Court
An attempt to sanction a senior official in the Texas Office of the Attorney General (OAG) over a legal challenge to the 2020 presidential election has concluded, with the Supreme Court of Texas ruling that the State Bar overstepped its authority while dismissing the case. First Assistant Attorney General Brent Webster played a central role
Budgets, Emergency Items, Leadership Games: A Preview of the 89th Legislative Session
The 89th Legislative Session is less than a score of days away and this year’s is once again primed with intrigue. Here are six questions to watch for during the looming 140-day sprint, and all that may or may not come after. × This page requires Javascript. Javascript is required for you to be able
Feds Seize Monkeys At Brownsville Border Crossing
.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers at the Brownsville and Matamoros International Bridge intercepted three live monkeys in a vehicle in a single enforcement action. “Our CBP officers remain vigilant as they perform their duties to keep our borders secure and their diligence led them to the discovery of three live monkeys,” said Port
CCA-Texas Spends $1.24 Million On Conservation In 2024
CCA Texas’ Executive Board closed out 2024 by funding over $1.24 million for conservation efforts on the Texas coast. The ability to fund these important conservation efforts is directly attributed to the strength of our local chapters and their volunteer efforts. They stepped up in a BIG way to make a difference up and down
Six Texas Laws Taking Effect on January 1
A handful of bills previously passed during Texas’ 88th Legislative Session will become effective on New Year’s Day, January 1, 2025 — touching on a range of topics related to vehicle inspections, data privacy, and property taxes. Here’s a look at the biggest state laws that take effect today. × This page requires Javascript. Javascript
Texas Political Stories to Watch for in 2025
From federal to state to local politics, Texas has a lot going on in 2025. Here are a few themes to watch out for in the new year. × This page requires Javascript. Javascript is required for you to be able to read premium content. Please enable it in your browser settings. See the original
“Trails to Trout” Brings Rainbow Trout To Tyler Nature Center
Kick off the new year by introducing a kid to the Texas winter tradition of rainbow trout fishing. The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department’s (TPWD) “Trails to Trout” fishing day is scheduled Jan. 4 at the Tyler Nature Center. TPWD will stock 700 rainbow trout at the pond for kids and people of all ages
Communties At Risk Of Forest Fires Can Apply For Grants
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Forest Service is accepting applications for the Community Wildfire Defense Grant program to assist at-risk communities, including tribes and Alaska Native Corporations, with planning for and mitigating wildfire risks. Now in its third year, this competitive program is funded by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law as part of the Biden-Harris Administration’s Investing in America
Sharelunker Program Kicks Off Jan. 1
New Year’s Day represents new beginnings, and for the Toyota ShareLunker Program, it’s the launch of the program’s 39th season. Anglers from across Texas and the nation will visit the world class fisheries across the state and cast their lines in hopes of landing a Legacy Class largemouth bass of 13 pounds or more. During
The Past and Future of School Choice in Texas
School choice legislation has faced significant challenges in Texas over the past two years. Despite being a key priority for Gov. Greg Abbott, a bill has yet to reach his desk. Now that Abbott’s best chance to pass meaningful school choice legislation appears to be in the upcoming 2025 session — with new pro-school choice
Texas’ Top Political Stories of 2024
After a year of wild election results and contentious political battles, here’s a look back at the top news stories in Texas from 2024. Trump Wave × This page requires Javascript. Javascript is required for you to be able to read premium content. Please enable it in your browser settings. See the original article: https://thetexan.news/state/texas-state-news/texas-top-political-stories-of-2024/article_75dae5b2-bf16-11ef-a4df-2fb9cc799329.html
Kick Off 2025 With A First Day Hike In A TX State Park
Launch into 2025 by exploring more with a Day One Tour at a Texas state park. This annual tradition allows people of all ages and skill levels the opportunity to experience Texas’ wild places through ranger-guided or self-guided hikes, bike rides, paddleboat trips, cold-water jumps and more, all in honor of the national initiative focused
