AUSTIN – The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) proudly announces the graduation of two new K-9 teams and three certified K-9 Tech Trainers, bolstering DPS’ detection and tracking operations. These teams will serve as a critical resource in enhancing […]
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Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton Secures Life Sentences for Child Sex Offender
GIDDINGS – Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton successfully prosecuted a Lexington man for child sexual abuse crimes, securing two consecutive life sentences plus 20 years in prison and a $10,000 fine. Benjamin Earlie Thornton, 67, was found guilty of two […]
Rep. Troy E. Nehls Sends Letter to Brown University President Demanding an Explanation on How the University Uses Its Endowment to Lower Tuition Costs and Improve Student Experience
WASHINGTON, D.C. —Congressman Troy E. Nehls (R-TX-22) sent a letter to the President of Brown University, Christina H. Paxson, Ph.D, outlining his concerns regarding the imminent adverse action taken by Brown University against student Alex Shieh. According to recent reports, Shieh emailed […]
State Sales Tax Revenue Totaled $4.2 Billion in April
(AUSTIN) — Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar today said state sales tax revenue totaled $4.24 billion in April, 7.1 percent more than in April 2024. The majority of April sales tax revenue is based on sales made in March and remitted to the agency […]
Sen. Cruz, Rep. Harshbarger Introduce USA Act
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas) introduced the Universal Savings Account Act, a bill that allows American families to save without the restrictions and penalties associated with traditional tax advantaged accounts. Sen. Cruz said, “A simple and accessible incentive savings plan […]
COMMISSIONER MILLER ANNOUNCES RECORD-BREAKING SALES FOR GO TEXAN PARTNERS AT THE 2025 RODEO SEASON
147 Partners see 19% growth in revenue and 24% increase in participation AUSTIN – Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller proudly announced that the 2025 rodeo season was yet another outstanding triumph for GO TEXAN partners, with total sales reaching a record-breaking […]
WGU Honors Educators with Scholarship During National Teachers Week
Scholarship supports aspiring educators and current teachers who are looking to advance their careers AUSTIN, TX (May 1, 2025) — In honor of National Teachers Week, accredited, online Western Governors University (WGU) is celebrating the invaluable contributions of educators across […]
NFIB Jobs Report: Labor Shortages Continue to Constrain Small Business Job Growth
Labor quality remains a headwind for small businesses looking for qualified applicants AUSTIN (May 1, 2025) – NFIB’s April jobs report found that 34% (seasonally adjusted) of small business owners reported job openings they could not fill in April, down six points […]
Texas Rangers, Local Police Help Serve Justice to Serial Child Rapist
(David Roy Mundt, 2024) DPS SAKI Program Links Longview Man to Cold Cases in Texas, Arizona AUSTIN – The man responsible for sex crimes against two young girls in Texas and Arizona will now spend the rest of his life […]
San Antonio Massage Establishment Closed For Suspected Human Trafficking
AUSTIN – The Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) has issued a six-month emergency closure order effective April 22 that closes a massage establishment in San Antonio for suspected human trafficking. Guixan Han and Golden Phoenix Holdings LLC, the owner/operator […]
