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Judge rules Ken Paxton’s 5-year-old criminal case can be heard in his hometown of Collin County
Paxton should be tried for felony securities fraud charges in his hometown of Collin County, a Harris County judge ordered, reversing a decision that the state’s top lawyer should not face a jury in the North Texas region where he and his wife, state Sen. Angela Paxton, are deeply connected in political circles.
A return to football and relief for Baylor and Texas
By Jim Vertuno as AP Sports Writer at Kerrville Daily Times, October 22, 2020 AUSTIN — Texas’ Tom Herman and Baylor’s Dave Aranda are old friends and college teammates who will meet for the first time Saturday as opposing head coaches. For both, just getting on the field will be somewhat of a relief. As
State waiver for Vehicle Registration still in effect
Uvalde Police Department officers wrote 166 tickets, which are all expected to be dismissed
Kerr County disaster order ends
Kerr County Commissioners held a delayed regular meeting on Tuesday, Oct. 13, followed Oct. 19 with a “Special Meeting.”
Fiesta Winery breaks ground on Arch Ray Resort
Fiesta Winery broke ground on its nearly $48-million Arch Ray resort project Friday, Oct. 16, at its property off U.S. 290 East.
“They are hurting them”: Advocacy groups ask to investigate sexual assaults, gang violence in Texas youth lockups
The request is the latest chapter in a scandal-plagued recent history for the Texas Juvenile Justice Department, which has experienced high turnover rates among staff and leadership.
Top aide in Texas attorney general’s office terminated after accusation
The departure "was not voluntary," said Lacey Mase, one of several senior aides who said Attorney General Ken Paxton used his office to serve the interests of a donor.
Kerrville Arrests made in homicide of 2-year-old
By Tammy Prout at the Hill Country Community Journal, October 21, 2020 Kerrville Police Department officers have announced arrests in the death of 2-year-old Gideon Barideaux, whose death was ruled a homicide. On Tuesday, October 20, 2020, Jennifer Denise Barideaux, 34, the mother of Gideon Barideaux, and her boyfriend, Tadeo Raymond Garces Jr., 37, were arrested
5 Tips for Thanking Your Heroes this Holiday Season
By StatePoint Media Those who go above and beyond to make a difference in the lives of others are rarely in it for recognition. However, in this especially challenging year, the holiday season is a perfect time to not just show these selfless people your appreciation, but also take inspiration from their kindness. Here are
Local Devine Trooper rescued a young girl to speak about child trafficking
A local hero, DPS Sgt Jason Sanchez, is scheduled to speak at an upcoming Devine City Council meeting this October in a community outreach presentation regarding child trafficking. It’s a topic that is near and dear to his heart, as he was able to rescue a young girl from trafficking in May of 2015 in nearby Frio County.
Lt. Gov. Patrick Doubles Down on Sacrificing Seniors in Favor of 2020 Economy
Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick doubled down on his inflammatory comments from last March about letting seniors die so the COVID-19 lockdowns could end and everyone could get back to work.
U.S. Supreme Court will hear cases on border wall funding, “remain in Mexico” policy
The Migrant Protection Protocols program has been criticized for sending thousands of vulnerable asylum seekers to Mexican border states that have seen sustained violence.
