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Running After Reds
Schooling reds can move super fast during fall months and keeping up with them can be challenging. Here are some tips to put more fast-moving schooling reds in the box. Preparation for this kind of fishing begins at home. Make up a tackle box or bag with some key lures for targeting fast-moving reds. Start with spoons. […]
Former Harris County Judge Franklin Bynum Given Second Reprimand for ‘False Statements’
For the second time this year, the State Commission on Judicial Conduct (SCJC) has issued a public reprimand for former Judge Franklin Bynum of Harris County, this time for making false statements about an administrative court judge and Supreme Court of Texas Justice Nathan Hecht. In August, the SCJC issued a public reprimand for Bynum, […]
5th Circuit Court of Appeals Allows Texas to Enforce Voter Integrity Law
The U.S. 5th Circuit Court of Appeals has granted the State of Texas’ request to pause a district court’s injunction against a 2021 Texas election law, citing the Supreme Court’s guidance against altering election laws close to an election. The order notes that the “law has been on the books for over three years, but […]
Lake Fork To Host Bassmaster Kayak Series Championship
Bassmaster has announced the Yamaha Rightwaters Bassmaster Kayak Series Championship scored by TourneyX will be held on Lake Fork in Yantis, Texas, as part of the festivities surrounding the 2025 Bass Pro Shops Bassmaster Classic presented by Jockey Outdoors in Fort Worth. The championship at Lake Fork will be a two-day event, March 19-20, 2025. […]
Five Dangers On the Texas Coast
The Texas Gulf Coast is an exciting place for anglers, but lurking beneath its waters—and even on its shores—are some dangerous creatures that every fisherman needs to be aware of. From reptiles and feral mammals to sharks and bacteria that seem more like something out of a horror film, the threats are real. Rattlesnakes, commonly […]
Cruz vs. Allred: What to Watch in Tonight’s U.S. Senate Debate
Sen. Ted Cruz (R-TX) and Congressman Colin Allred (D-TX-32) will meet in their only head-to-head debate matchup on Tuesday night, which comes as millions flow into the state and polls show a competitive bout between the two heavyweights for Cruz’s U.S. Senate seat. Here are three things to watch as the pair squares off. × […]
Autonomous Vehicles Expand in Texas, Lawmakers Weigh Future Oversight
The Lone Star State has quickly become a hub for technological innovation related to autonomous vehicles (AV) and robotics. Many companies over the years have come to see Texas as a place to launch pilot programs and test their abilities to enact real-world change. With its diverse landscapes, favorable regulatory environment, and strong support for […]
LA Completes Black Bear Hunt Lottery Process
The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries (LDWF) Louisiana Black Bear Hunting Lottery concluded Sept. 25 with 973 total applications and 814 individual applicants entering. Ten applicants have been drawn for the lottery and LDWF is in the process of verifying their qualifications for eligibility. The hunt will take place Dec. 7-22 in Bear Management […]
Think Small For Big Trout
Sometimes catching quality-sized speckled trout means focusing on the small things. Back early in my career while fishing with Capt. Skip James and Mike Tennian of L&S Lures, I headed to the banks between Whisky Bayou and the Pines on Sabine Lake and found trout literally stacked against the shore. Most of the time trout are known […]
5th Circuit Hears Oral Arguments in Case Over Texas Law Banning Drag Shows with Minors in Audience
The U.S. 5th Circuit Court of Appeals heard oral arguments this week regarding a Texas law that would ban drag shows with children in the audience. The lawsuit, Woodlands Pride v. Paxton, originated after Gov. Greg Abbott signed Senate Bill (SB) 12 into law, which bans “sexually oriented performances” with minors in attendance, including drag, […]
Texas Man Drops Lawsuit Against Three Women Alleged to Provide His Ex-Wife with Abortion-Inducing Drugs
A Texas man sued a group of women in April whom he alleged aided his ex-wife in obtaining a self-managed abortion, but now he has moved to dismiss the case. Marcus Silva alleged that three women were involved in the procurement of the abortion pills for his ex-wife Brittni Silva, who was not a party […]
Texas Car Dealerships File Complaint Against FTC Following Allegations of Illegal Sales Practices
Asbury Automotive Group and multiple Texas car dealerships have filed a complaint against the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and its Chair Lina Khan after the commission alleged that they targeted black and Latino consumers with “unwanted and higher-priced add-ons.” Back in August, the FTC filed an administrative complaint alleging that Asbury, the owner of the […]
