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International Student Visas Restored at Texas Universities
President Donald Trump’s administration has increased its efforts in recent weeks concerning student visa holders at universities nationwide, but now it appears to have changed course, with many terminations being reinstated. Some of Texas’ most prominent universities, including the University of Texas (UT) at Austin and Texas A&M University, had reported that dozens of international […]
12 of 100 ‘Worst of the Worst’ Criminal Illegal Aliens Arrested by Texas ICE
A dozen of the White House’s (WH) newly-published list of 100 of “the worst of the worst criminal illegal immigrants” arrested since President Donald Trump took office in January were apprehended by Texas branches of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). In a news release titled “In the First 100 Days, the Trump Administration Has […]
Texas Lottery Commission Faces New Lawsuit Amid State Scrutiny
The ongoing Texas Lottery saga involving retailers, couriers, and winners continues to generate debate, media coverage, and political backlash in the state. Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick has been at the forefront of the issue, doing on-the-ground deep dives into different lottery courier services and the alleged issues surrounding them. Most recently, he posted a video […]
House Bill Would Fine Museums Up to $500,000 a Day for Displaying ‘Obscene Material’
House Bill 3958, filed by Rep. David Lowe (R-North Richland Hills), proposes to amend Chapter 402 of Texas Government Code to fine museums that display material in violation of certain sections of Texas Penal Code up to $500,000 per item per day the material is displayed after being found in violation. Under the bill, the […]
Volunteers Make Elk Conservation Happen
The Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation raises its voice to honor those who freely give of their time and talents during National Volunteer Week. It especially celebrates its thousands of volunteers from coast to coast who plan and execute RMEF big game banquets. “Our volunteers make conservation happen. There is no doubt that we could not […]
TPWD Purchases 1,100 Acres For New Park
Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) finalized the purchase of 1,100 acres in Lampasas and Burnet Counties, completing the second phase of an acquisition to create a new state park. The property is located across the river from Colorado Bend State Park and includes 1.5 miles of Yancey Creek, limestone bluffs and several natural springs. […]
Targeting Texas Jetties
Jetties — those long, rugged granite outcroppings pushing into the Gulf of Mexico — are some of the best fishing spots on the Texas coast. Built originally to stabilize shipping channels and break the force of waves, they’ve evolved into thriving ecosystems teeming with life. Beneath the swirling surf, the rocks create a bustling marine […]
Explosion Kills Two, Injures One At JD Murphree WMA
According to Fox San Antonio, a devastating explosion occurred on April 23, 2025, around 7:30 a.m., involving a workboat docked at Taylor Bayou within the J.D. Murphree Wildlife Management Area. The incident happened shortly after the vessel was refueled. As reported by KFDM, the explosion ejected the captain and another crew member into the water, […]
ISSUE COVER – May/June 2025
Vol. 42 • Issue No. 1 Redfish Basics: Targeting Tips for Seagrass Reds • Stream Stress: River and Creek Access Challenges • Offshore Strategies for STAR • Going After Goliath Grouper • Doggett’s Charmed Life with Snakes • Give Mom & Dad The Outdoors • Matt Williams: Keeping it Fresh … plus Columns, Coastal Focus […]
Feature Article: Stream Stress
Fishing Texas’ Rivers and Streams is a Real Challenge in a State with 97% Private Land Ownership Feature Article Compiled by TF&G Staff ONE OF THE BIGGEST CHALLENGES inland anglers face in Texas, especially in the western 2/3 of the state where large, navigable rivers are scarce, is access. Texas is 97 percent private land and […]
Feature Article: Offshore STAR Strategies
Summer in the Gulf is Prime Time for Anglers Fishing the CCA-STAR Tournament Feature Article Compiled by TF&G Staff THE THRILL OF HOOKING INTO a sleek and powerful kingfish, battling a stubborn ling, landing a monster red snapper, or chasing dorado along weedlines makes for an unforgettable experience and can lead to big STAR wins. King […]
Feature Article: Group On!
Going After Goliath Grouper Feature Article by PAUL FUZINSKI I RECENTLY EMBARKED on an adventure that was nothing short of epic. My journey took me off the Atlantic Coast of Florida, where I joined TF&G Hot Spots Focus writer and Spot Stalker Guide Service owner Captain Derek York along with Michael Sherer of Fishing’s Future and […]
