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Texas - Texas Sen. Ted Cruz is urging the U.S. House of Representatives to quickly approve TREY’S Law, legislation designed...

Texas Sen. Cruz calls policy “dangerous,” says it requires officers to release illegal immigrants, backs state pressure as city revises ordinance after Gov. Abbott funding threat

Texas Sen. Ted Cruz says he ‘is glad’ officials are reviewing billion-dollar school internet program after research found that excessive screen time is linked to lower grades

Texas - Sen. Ted Cruz signaled support for a federal review of the Federal Communications Commission’s E-Rate program, joining a...

Gov. Abbott directed the TDEM to prepare state emergency response resources ahead of severe weather moving across the state that is expected to impact Texas

Gov. Abbott responds after Texas authorities caught a group of Chinese “Special Interest Aliens” dressed in camouflage trying to evade detection

Texas - Texas Gov. Greg Abbott said state authorities assisted in the apprehension of individuals from China who were attempting...

Texas GOP heavily shaped by Trump loyalty politics as he criticizes Cornyn for being “late” to back him in earlier election cycles

by Nolan Harris

Texas - Analysts say Texas GOP is now heavily shaped by Trump loyalty politics after President Donald Trump’s endorsement helped...

Texas Sen. Ted Cruz says Democrats and media “lied” about tax cuts for the rich, claims it was a targeted relief measure for working-class Americans

Texas - Sen. Ted Cruz used a recent episode of his podcast Verdict to defend federal tax policy and challenge...

Waco Parks thanks volunteers for community cleanup at Cameron Park’s Circle Point

Waco, TX - The City of Waco Parks Department expressed appreciation to volunteers who participated in a recent community cleanup...

Waco City Academy celebrates graduates after 10-week program on local government and civic engagement

by Nolan Harris

Waco, TX - The City of Waco recognized the latest graduates of the Waco City Academy following a 10-week program...

Waco Police Department promotes two officers to leadership roles, highlighting years of service and new assignments

Waco, TX - The Waco Police Department announced the promotion of two officers this week as part of a leadership...

Gas line break on N. 21st St. and McKenzie Ave. prompts hazmat response from Waco Fire Department

by Nolan Harris

Waco, TEXAS - The Waco Fire Department responded to a hazardous materials situation late Sunday night after a 4-inch gas...

Texas authorities arrest man accused of exploiting children after using school-related photos to generate more than 900 AI expIicit images

June 1, 2026