3rd Special Session focus on School Choice
Governor Abbott has called a third special session of the Texas Legislature to focus on school choice, though there are some border issues on the agenda as well,
Colony Ridge
A large housing development aimed at low to middle income families in Liberty County has drawn the governor's scrutiny after being featured in the conservative press. Allegations that Colony Ridge has become a haven for cartel activity, gangs, human smuggling and other crimes are met with dispute and denial from residents, the property owner. and the county sheriff.
An acute and immediate need to construct physical barriers
Despite campaign promises and a firm belief that physical barriers "don't work" the Biden Administration announced this week it would continue construction on the border wall in Starr County, Texas.
Search for a new Speaker
Greg Groogan leads the panel in the "now what" discussion as Scalise and Jordan are considered as possible candidates for the Speaker position.
McCarthy Ousted
In a historic vote the U.S. House of Representatives vacated the seat of Speaker of the House and then went home. Effectively pausing all legislative work until they return this coming week to elect a new speaker. All the while the crisis on the border continues, aid to Ukraine has stopped and the government faces another possible budget shutdown in a few weeks.
Houston's next mayor - FOX 26 hosts debate- What's Your Point?
Following last week's FOX 26 mayoral debate at the University of Houston, Greg Groogan and the panel discuss candidate answers and the Houston voter demographics.
EPA takes command of cleanup plan at San Jacinto River waste pits
The EPA takes command of the plan to clean up the San Jacinto River Waste Pits, addressing delays and ensuring progress on the removal of toxic materials.
Houston's mayoral race
Following last week's FOX 26 mayoral debate at the University of Houston, Greg Groogan and the panel discuss candidate answers and the Houston voter demographics.
Turner's last "State of the City" address - What's Your Point?
Mayor Turner's farewell "State of the City Address" praised his leadership accomplishments, but critics point out concerns like firefighter compensation, budget gaps, water rate hikes, and road conditions went unaddressed.
The elephant not in the room - GOP's 2nd presidential candidate debate
GOP presidential candidates Nikki Haley and Vivek Ramaswamy clashed during the second GOP debate. At the same time, Donald Trump's absence loomed large, with Chris Christie also challenging Trump's non-participation as polls showed Trump leading by over 50 points among Republicans.
"The government will remain open..." but the bill only covers the next 45 days - What's Your Point?
Amid power struggles, the government stays open, extending funding until November 17th. A potential shutdown jeopardizes the pay of 4 million Americans, including military and border patrol members.
Guest worker program proposed to tackle Texas border issues
Democratic lawmakers are pushing for a guest worker program amid ongoing challenges at the Texas border.
Texas Supreme Court clears path for whistleblower lawsuit against AG Ken Paxton
The Texas Supreme Court greenlights a case where four whistleblowers are suing Attorney General Ken Paxton, while Mark Penley and Blake Brickman openly criticized Paxton and Senate Republicans who supported his acquittal in the impeachment trial.
Toxic ash mounds unearthed near Houston's Affordable Housing Project
Newly discovered toxic ash mounds near Houston's affordable housing project in Second Ward have raised concerns due to dangerous contaminants like lead, arsenic, and mercury.
Toxic dioxin cleanup begins at San Jacinto River under EPA leadership
The EPA takes over the cleanup of the San Jacinto River Waste Pits, addressing delays and ensuring progress on the removal of toxic materials.
Mayor Sylvester Turner's last address: What was left unsaid?
Mayor Turner's farewell "State of the City Address" praised his leadership accomplishments, but critics point out concerns like firefighter compensation, budget gaps, water rate hikes, and road conditions went unaddressed.
Trump's shadow looms large as GOP candidates spar in debate
GOP presidential candidates Nikki Haley and Vivek Ramaswamy clashed during the second GOP debate. At the same time, Donald Trump's absence loomed large, with Chris Christie also challenging Trump's non-participation as polls showed Trump leading by over 50 points among Republicans.
Government shutdown narrowly averted amid political discord
Is the political gamesmanship causing instability in our democracy, where some people think the uncompromising individuals on both sides relentlessly stick to their principles?
State cracks down on Houston Housing Authority for "unleashing" toxic waste
Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner is frustrated by delays in relocating residents near Legacy Creosote contamination. Still, he faces criticism for planning to move low-income families to a new project near toxic waste sites.
Abbott's ultimatum, pass school choice or more legislative sessions- What's Your Point?
Governor Greg Abbott wants lawmakers to revisit his school choice proposal, hoping to sway rural House Republicans despite previous rejection, amid tensions with the Senate post-Paxton impeachment trial.