AUSTIN – Attorney General Ken Paxton announced that Jose Manuel Cendan Ley, 29, was arrested on March 17 for the unlawful performance of an abortion and the unlicensed practice of medicine. Ley performed illegal medical procedures as a medical assistant […]
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Tip Leads to Capture of Texas 10 Most Wanted Sex Offender in Oklahoma
AUSTIN – The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) announces Texas 10 Most Wanted Sex Offender Raymond Trejo is back in custody following his recent arrest. Authorities arrested Trejo in Stilwell, Okla. on March 12. A Crime Stoppers reward will be […]
Most Wanted Criminal Illegal Immigrant Captured in Liberty Co.
AUSTIN – The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) announces the capture of another fugitive from Texas’ 10 Most Wanted Criminal Illegal Immigrants List. Rigoberto Enrique Valencia was taken into custody on Friday, March 14, in Liberty Co. A Crime Stoppers reward […]
Attorney General Ken Paxton Announces Arrest of Houston-Area Abortionist and Crackdown on Clinics Providing Illegal Abortions
AUSTIN – Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton announced the arrest of Maria Margarita Rojas, 48, for providing illegal abortions and illegally operating a network of clinics in the Northwest Houston area. Rojas, a midwife known as “Dr. Maria,” was taken […]
Texas Center for the Book Announces 2024-2025 Letters About Literature Texas Contest Winners
Austin, TX – The Texas Center for the Book, under the direction of the Texas State Library and Archives Commission, is delighted to announce the winners of the 2024-2025 Letters About Literature Texas contest, a statewide competition sponsored by the […]
Sheriff’s Office Mourns Deputy Christina Kohler
March 17, 2025 — The Harris County Sheriff’s Office is sad to confirm the passing of Deputy Christina Kohler, 37. Deputy Kohler’s death in the 8600 block of Almeda Genoa Road on Thursday, March 13 is being investigated by the […]
Sen. Cruz Statement on Avoiding a Government Shutdown
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas) released a statement following the passage of the Continuing Resolution. Sen. Cruz said, “In their typical fashion, Senate Democrats engaged in political theater to delay the inevitable and cause instability. Americans voted for change […]
Rep. Troy E. Nehls Reintroduces Bill to Repeal California’s Emissions Waiver Exemption
WASHINGTON, D.C. —Today, Congressman Troy E. Nehls (R-TX-22) reintroduced the Stop California from Advancing Regulatory Burden (CARB) Act of 2025. Senator Mike Lee (R-UT) is leading the Senate companion to this legislation. In 1970, Congress passed the Clean Air Act, which authorized the Environmental Protection […]
Attorney General Ken Paxton Announces Investigation into Dallas for Open Borders Sanctuary City Policies that Violate State Law
AUSTIN – Attorney General Ken Paxton has opened an investigation and issued a formal request for records from the City of Dallas concerning the Dallas Police Department’s refusal to comply with state and federal immigration laws. Recently, Dallas Interim Police […]
COMMISSIONER SID MILLER CONGRATULATES TEXAS ON THE 2024 GOVERNOR’S CUP VICTORY
This notable accomplishment marks the 13th consecutive year AUSTIN – Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller proudly congratulates the State of Texas on securing the 2024 Governor’s Cup, marking an unprecedented 13th consecutive win and 21st overall in Site Selection magazine’s esteemed rankings. The […]
