Texas Pastor Under Fire for Controversial Comments on Superintendent Candidate
#Texas #SuperintendentCandidateTexas pastor criticizes Deer Park superintendent candidate Dr. Tiffany Regan, citing her "ungodly and immoral" lifestyle despite her qualifications. Pastor Harris calls for repentance without specifying her actions. Regan, nominated by the board, faces backlash for her sexual orientation. read more
Texas Rep. Jasmine Crockett Under Fire for 'Hot Wheels' Remark
#Texas #DisabilityMockingTexas Democratic Rep. Jasmine Crockett is facing backlash for mocking Gov. Abbott's wheelchair use as "Hot Wheels," refusing to apologize. Crockett maintains she was referring to Abbott's transfer of migrants but faces censure and criticism from Republicans for her comments. read more
Irving, Texas Residents Successfully Block New Casino Development
#Texas #LasVegasSandsTexans in Irving stood against a casino proposal by the Las Vegas Sands Corporation due to concerns over gambling's effects. Despite initial approval, public pressure led the company to remove the casino element. read more
Texas Woman's 27-Year Death Row Sentence Overturned Due to Informant's Lie
#Texas #DeathRowBrittany Holberg, who spent 27 years on death row in Texas, may soon be freed after questions arose about the credibility of a key witness who was a paid informant for the police. Holberg's murder conviction has been reviewed by the district court. read more
Measles Outbreak Sparks Vaccine Shortages in Texas and New Mexico
#Texas #MMRVaccineShortageTexas cities are struggling with MMR vaccine shortages due to a measles outbreak and high demand. Health Secretary Robert F Kennedy Jr spreading vaccine misinformation worsens the situation. Vaccines are in short supply, pharmacies are out of stock, and officials stress vaccination importance. read more
Texas Lt. Governor proposes renaming "New York Strip" to "Texas Strip"
#Texas #MeaslesOutbreakTexas Lt Gov Dan Patrick proposes renaming the "New York Strip" beef cut to "Texas Strip" to promote Texas beef industry. The suggestion comes amidst a measles outbreak in Texas. Patrick's move is seen as a slight toward liberals. read more
Measles Outbreak Spreads in West Texas, 124 Cases Reported
#Texas #MMROutbreakA measles outbreak in rural west Texas has reached 124 cases across nine counties, with 18 hospitalized. Most cases are in Gaines county and among the undervaccinated Mennonite community. Texas health officials are focusing on vaccination efforts to contain the outbreak. read more
Texas Rancher Killed by Cartel Explosive in Mexico Tragedy
#Texas #DrugCartelsTerrorGroupsA Texas rancher was killed in Mexico by a suspected Mexican drug cartel IED, fueling concerns as the Trump administration considers labeling cartels as terror groups. Texas officials urge caution for those near the border. read more
Measles Outbreak Hits Historic Levels in Texas, 90 Cases Reported
#Texas #MeaslesOutbreakThe Texas measles outbreak has surged to 90 cases, the worst in 30 years, with the majority in children and teens. Gaines county, the outbreak epicenter, had high immunization exemption rates. Doubts linger amidst a rise in cases. read more
Outcry Over Texas News Station's Nazi Book Burning Clip
#Texas #RepublicanOutrageHouston's KPRC, a Texas TV station, removed a clip showing Nazi book burning from a report on a school district's textbook changes due to Republican backlash. The school district's removal of chapters on vaccines, climate change, and diversity sparked controversy. read more
Texas Death Row Inmate Executed: Steven Lawayne Nelson's Final Moments
#Texas #DeathRowExecutionSteven Lawayne Nelson, a Texas death row inmate, was executed via lethal injection after beating and suffocating a pastor during a church robbery. Nelson's final words expressed love for his wife. The victim's family forgave him, focusing on honoring their loved one. read more
Democratic Rep. Jasmine Crockett Criticizes Trump's Actions as "Thug"
#Texas #MAGARep. Jasmine Crockett from Texas criticized Trump during an MSNBC interview, calling him a "thug" for his actions. This sparked backlash from MAGA supporters, with some praising her while others condemned her. Crockett is also involved in challenging Elon Musk's actions. read more
Murder suspect causes fatal crash in Texas high-speed chase
#Texas #CarChaseAn innocent person was killed in Texas after a murder suspect, Gabriel Cerna, trying to evade police crashed into their vehicle during a high-speed chase. The suspect, who wanted to call his mom before being shot by officers, collided with an elderly couple's vehicle. read more
Real Estate Developer Nate Paul Pleads Guilty in Federal Case
#Texas #AttorneyGeneralReal estate developer Nate Paul, central to Texas Attorney General Paxton's impeachment trial, pleaded guilty to lying to a financial institution. He claimed federal investigators acted improperly during a 2019 raid on his home, later involving Paxton, but the attorney general was not mentioned in the federal indictments. read more
Texas Man Sues Porsche After Finger Severed by Door
#Texas #PorscheA Texas grandfather lost his index finger due to a Porsche Panamera's soft-close door, resulting in a lawsuit against the luxury car manufacturer. The incident occurred while helping secure his grandchild in the car seat, leaving him with only nine fingers. read more
Teen Charged with Animal Cruelty for Poisoning Rival's Show Goat
#Texas #AnimalCrueltyA Texas teenager, Aubrey Vanlandingham, is accused of using pesticide to kill a rival's show goat at Vista Ridge High School. Vanlandingham confessed to force-feeding the poison, leading to the goat's death. read more
Controversy Erupts as Bible Temporarily Removed from School Libraries.
#Texas #BookBanLawTexas school district temporarily removes the Bible from libraries due to state law banning sexually explicit materials. Critics argue the law restricts constitutional freedoms. After legal challenges, the district reinstates the Bible, following a push for parental control over curriculum. read more
Texas AG Seeks to Block Death Row Inmate's Testimony Effort
#Texas #DeathRowTexas man on death row, Robert Roberson, whose execution was halted over doubts on shaken baby syndrome case, faces challenge as Texas attorney general attempts to block his testimony at the state Capitol. The AG indicated that a pending legal challenge stops Roberson from appearing. read more
"Texas Officer Accused of Raping Drunk Woman After Escort"
#Texas #PoliceRapeA Texas police officer, Filemon Perez, is accused of raping a drunk woman he escorted home, stopping only when he received a police call. The victim trusted him, but he allegedly assaulted her inside her Lewisville home. read more
Twin-engine plane crashes on Texas highway, injuring four people.
#Texas #PlaneCrashA twin-engine propeller plane crashed on a Texas highway, splitting in two and injuring four people. The incident occurred near a highway overpass in Victoria, with three vehicles damaged. The pilot's condition remains unknown as the FAA investigates. read more
Texas Bill Seeks to Ban Sex Toy Sales in Pharmacies
#Texas #SexToyBanTexas lawmaker introduces a bill banning sex toy sales in drugstores, arguing against exposing children to "obscene devices." The proposed law, H.B. 1549, would enforce penalties for violators. The bill faces skepticism due to a prior federal court ruling. read more
Texas Neighborhood Plagued by Feral Dogs Terrorizing Residents
#Texas #FeralDogsResidents in a Texas neighborhood are terrified due to feral dogs wandering the streets and attacking locals. The lack of animal control has left residents fearing for their safety, with incidents of attacks on both people and pets reported. read more
Texas Governor Abbott threatens hospital over citizenship disclosure advice
#Texas #HealthcareFundingTexas Governor Greg Abbott threatens a children's hospital's funding over a doctor's viral TikTok post advising patients not to disclose citizenship status on intake forms. The governor's new executive order mandates Texas Medicaid hospitals to inquire about patients' citizenship status. read more
Texas Approves Bible Curriculum "Bluebonnet Learning" for Elementary Schools
#Texas #EducationTexas board of education in 2024 approved "Bluebonnet Learning" Bible-based curriculum for elementary schools, offering $60 per student incentive for participation. Outraged parents and groups criticize the move, citing concerns about violating religious freedom and constitutional rights of non-Christian students. read more
Texas Board Approves Bible Lessons in Public Schools Amid Controversy
#Texas #USPoliticsTexas State Board of Education approves Bible-based lessons in public schools, sparking controversy as critics argue it's driven by ideology. The optional curriculum includes stories from the Bible, raising concerns about promoting Christian faith in classrooms. read more
Texas Considers Bible Teachings in Language Arts Curriculum for Students
#Texas #BibleCurriculumTexas education officials are considering adding Bible teachings to language arts lessons for students from kindergarten to fifth grade, sparking a heated debate. Supporters claim it offers a well-rounded education, while critics argue it goes against the secular mission of public schools read more
Tragic Death Highlights Consequences of Texas Abortion Ban Confusion
#Texas #abortionbanA 28-year-old woman in Texas died due to delayed treatment for a miscarriage under the state's restrictive abortion ban, leading to a deadly infection. Medical experts called her death preventable due to conflicting laws. read more
Texas Man Arrested for Assaulting Election Worker Over MAGA Hat
#Texas #USPoliticsA Texas man, Jesse Lutzenberger, was arrested for assaulting an election worker who requested he remove his MAGA hat at a polling location, leading to charges of injury to an elderly person. The incident highlights laws prohibiting political apparel in voting spaces. read more
Texas County Reverses Decision on Native American History Book
#Texas #BookBansMontgomery County, Texas reversed classifying a Native American history book as fiction after community backlash, creating a secret citizen review committee. Texas ranks second in book bans with over 1,500 titles removed, sparking debates on historical accuracy and censorship. read more
Texas Realtor Suzanne Clark Simpson Missing: Associate Arrested in Connection
#Texas #MissingPersonSuzanne Clark Simpson, a Texas mom-of-four, has been missing for over two weeks. James Vallee Cotter, a business associate of her husband, was arrested for tampering with evidence. He allegedly helped hide a rifle connected to her disappearance. read more
Infant killed by toddler with loaded gun in tragic accident
#Texas #GunSafetyA heartbreaking incident in Texas resulted in a baby being fatally shot by a toddler who found a loaded gun in a parked car. The tragedy occurred outside a medical center, and no charges have been filed yet. read more
Texas Supreme Court Halts Execution Amid Shaken Baby Syndrome Controversy
#Texas #ShakenBabySyndromeThe Texas Supreme Court blocked the execution of Robert Roberson, accused in a 'shaken baby syndrome' case involving his daughter's death, moments before the scheduled event. Roberson expressed gratitude after the court decision. read more
Family Struck at San Antonio "Ghost Tracks" During Vigil
#Texas #GhostTracksCrashA family gathering at the Texas 'ghost tracks' for a vigil was hit by a car, injuring three members, including two children. The area is known for an urban legend about ghost children from a school bus crash, despite the myth being debunked. read more
Tragic gas leak kills two workers at Texas oil refinery
#Texas #OilRefinerySafetyTwo employees died in a Texas oil refinery due to a hydrogen sulfide leak. They were subcontractors conducting maintenance work. Investigations are ongoing to determine the cause of the leak. The incident prompted a temporary shelter-in-place order in the area. read more
Fatal Hydrogen Sulfide Leak Rocks Texas Oil Refinery Community
#Texas #ChemicalLeakTwo workers died at a Houston-area oil refinery after a hydrogen sulfide leak, leaving dozens injured. The incident, at a Pemex-operated plant in Deer Park, prompted shelter-in-place orders that were later lifted as air monitoring showed no risk to the community. read more
Tragic Hydrogen Sulfide Leak Kills Two at Texas Refinery
#Texas #ChemicalLeakA Texas chemical leak at a Houston oil refinery led to the deaths of two workers, with dozens more receiving medical treatment. The incident occurred at the Deer Park manufacturing complex, operated by Pemex, Mexico’s state oil company. read more
Tragedy at Texas Oil Refinery: 2 Killed, Dozens Injured
#Texas #OilRefinerySafetyTwo workers were killed and dozens injured in a Texas oil refinery due to a hydrogen sulfide leak. Sheriff Ed Gonzalez confirmed the incident at the Pemex-operated plant in Deer Park. Authorities issued a shelter-in-place order but later lifted it as air monitoring showed no community risk. read more
Texas Man Executed for Confessing to Five Murders, Including Twins
#Texas #MurderApologyGarcia White, convicted of murdering twin teenage girls in 1989, apologized to victims' families before being executed in Texas. He confessed to five killings, and sang a hymn before the lethal injection, stating that he caused pain. read more
Texas man set for execution for killing baby son
#Texas #MentalIllnessExecutionTravis Mullis, a Texas man with a history of mental illness, is facing execution for killing his 3-month-old son by stomping on his head in 2008. The execution is proceeding as Mullis has waived his right to appeal. read more
Texas Governor's Razor Wire Along New Mexico Border Upsets Governor
#Texas #NewMexicoBorderTexas' Governor Abbott installed razor wire along the Texas-New Mexico border in an effort to curb migrant crossings. New Mexico Governor Lujan Grisham criticized the move as a political stunt, stating it will not fix the broken immigration system, calling for bipartisan action. read more