Post Election, Texas Forms ‘Sharia Free Texas Caucus’
March 6, 2026 – A group of Texas lawmakers announced Thursday the formation of the “Sharia Free Texas Caucus,” a legislative coalition aimed at examining and opposing the influence of Sharia law within the state. In Congress, a caucus refers to a group of lawmakers who share similar interests or goals to advance specific legislation or policy, such as the Congressional Black Caucus. State Rep. Brent Money unveiled the new caucus...
Hopkins County Texas Receives Significant Rain Overnight, Was it Enough?
March 5, 2026 – Hopkins County received a round of overnight rainfall this week, but local totals show the precipitation was not nearly enough to significantly ease ongoing dry conditions across Northeast Texas. Weather stations around Sulphur Springs, the county seat, recorded roughly 0.43 inches of rain during the latest overnight system, according to rainfall monitoring data. While the showers brought temporary relief and...
Republicans Voters Reject Sharia Law at March Poll
March 5, 2026 – Republican primary voters across Texas delivered overwhelming support for a non-binding ballot proposition calling for the prohibition of Sharia law, according to unofficial results released following Tuesday’s primary election. Sharia, meaning “the correct path” in Arabic, is the divine legal and moral framework derived from the Quran and Hadith (teachings of Prophet Muhammad) that governs all...
Governor Abbott Activates State Emergency Response Resources Ahead Of Severe Weather Threat
March 4, 2026 | Austin, Texas |Governor Greg Abbott today announced that he directed the Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM) to activate state emergency response resources ahead of a severe weather threat expected to impact portions of Texas beginning today and continuing through the weekend. “Texas stands ready to deploy all necessary resources to help local officials respond to potential severe weather across the...
Texas Rangers Unveil Controversial Statue at Globe Life Field
March 3, 2026 – ARLINGTON — The Texas Rangers on Monday unveiled a statue relocated to Globe Life Field that had been removed from Dallas Love Field Airport in 2020 amid significant controversy. The statue, which depicts a stylized figure from a historical Texas icon, sparked protests and debate when it was initially installed at the airport. Critics at the time said the artwork was inappropriate for a public transit space and...
Alleged Jihadist Accused in Deadly Shooting on Austin’s Sixth Street
March 3, 2026 – AUSTIN — A gunman opened fire in downtown Austin’s popular Sixth Street entertainment district early Sunday morning, killing three people and injuring 13 others before being shot and killed by police. Alleged Shooter, 53-year-old Ndiaga Diagne Authorities identified the suspect as Ndiaga Diagne, 42, of Pflugerville. According to law enforcement officials, officers responding to multiple 911 calls encountered the...
Sid Miller Reports Personal Safety Threats Following Public Statements
March 3, 2026 – AUSTIN — Sid Miller said Monday he has received multiple threats to his personal safety over the past 24 hours, which he attributes to his recent public comments following a deadly terror attack in Austin. In a statement, Miller said the threats stem from his condemnation of what he described as the “Islamification” of Texas and the United States, as well as his strong reaction to an early Sunday attack in Austin...
Paxton Issues Opinion Clarifying Authority of Election Inspectors and Poll Watchers
March 3, 2026 – AUSTIN — Ken Paxton has issued a formal legal opinion clarifying the authority of state election inspectors and poll watchers under the Texas Election Code, aiming to ensure uniform compliance with state law and strengthen election integrity. The opinion explains that state inspectors appointed by the Texas Secretary of State are legally authorized to take reasonable steps to gather evidence while performing...
FDA Recalls Great Value Cottage Cheese Sold at Walmart
March 2, 2026 – Several varieties and sizes of Great Value branded Cottage Cheese products have been recalled by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. The affected products were sold under the Great Value label and were distributed to Walmart stores and distribution centers in Alaska, Alabama, Arkansas, Arizona, California, Colorado, Georgia, Iowa, Idaho, Illinois, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Missouri, Mississippi, Montana,...
Federal Appeals Court Clears Way for Texas to Enforce Ban on Explicit Performances for Minors
March 2, 2026 – A federal appeals court has ruled that Texas may enforce its 2023 law restricting sexually explicit performances in the presence of minors, reversing a lower court decision that had blocked the measure. A two-judge panel of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit lifted a prior injunction, allowing the state to move forward with enforcement while legal challenges continue. The ruling overturns an earlier...
