Texas launches plan to open Turning Point USA chapters in every high school
By Jaden Edison, The Texas Tribune December 8, 2025 Texas has launched a partnership with Turning Point USA to create chapters of the right-wing organization on every high school campus in the state. Gov. Greg Abbott, Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick and Turning Point USA Senior Director Josh Thifault revealed the initiative during a news conference…
Read MoreLlano County library book removals allowed after U.S. Supreme Court declines to hear challenge
By Alex Nguyen, The Texas Tribune December 8, 2025 The U.S. Supreme Court has declined to hear a challenge against a small Central Texas county’s removal of 17 books from its public libraries, including some that focus on race and gender. The Monday move by the high court lets stand the 5th Circuit Court of…
Read MoreDemocratic Rep. Marc Veasey files for Tarrant County judge, forgoing eighth term in Congress
By Gabby Birenbaum, The Texas Tribune December 8, 2025 U.S. Rep. Marc Veasey, D-Fort Worth, is running for Tarrant County judge, according to a source with knowledge of his plans, marking a surprise last-minute pivot for the seven-term congressman who was expected to run for the seat being vacated by U.S. Rep. Jasmine Crockett. Instead,…
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TGCA State Basketball Poll 12-8-2025
December 8, 2025 Texas Girls Coaches Association State Basketball Poll Class 1A 1. Gordon 10-0 2. Hermleigh 11-0 3. Eula 13-0 4. Nueces Canyon 7-0 5. Brookesmith 9-0 6. Austwell-Tivoli 7-0 7. Perrin-Whitt 8-0 8. Westbrook 14-1 9. Silverton 11-1 10. Klondike 10-1 11. Nazareth 6-3 12. Hudson 15-2 13. Dodd City 4-1 14. Kress…
Read MoreTDEM Opens Applications for 6th Texas Emergency Management Academy Cadet Class
| December 8, 2025 | AUSTIN – The Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM) announced today that applications are now open for the sixth cadet class of the Texas Emergency Management Academy. Cadet Class 6 will begin its 8-month journey in August in Fort Worth, as part of the first-of-its-kind program in the nation operated by…
Read MoreAn Unexpected Holiday Hideaway: The Arboretum Debuts the Mistletoe Lounge
Dallas, Texas — The Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden announces the debut of the Mistletoe Lounge, opening to the public on December 14. This all-new 21+ pop-up bar experience premieres during Holiday at the Arboretum, presented by Reliant, offering adults a sophisticated retreat within the gardens and a fresh way to enjoy one of Dallas’ most beloved holiday traditions.…
Read MoreDallas County Republicans’ plan to hand-count primary ballots moves forward
This article was originally published by Votebeat, a nonprofit news organization covering local election administration and voting access. By Natalia Contreras, Votebeat Dec 9, 2025 at 5:00am EST Votebeat is a nonprofit news organization reporting on voting access and election administration across the U.S.Sign up for Votebeat Texas’ free newsletter here. Dallas County Republicans say…
Read MorePaxton’s crusade against immigrant-serving groups gets boost from court rulings
By Eleanor Klibanoff, The Texas Tribune December 9, 2025 Attorney General Ken Paxton’s recent crusade against nonprofit organizations has been turbocharged by a flurry of favorable court rulings validating his use of a nearly 150-year-old state law to demand a company’s internal documents, and move to shut them down if they don’t comply. Over the…
Read MoreTexas Gov. Greg Abbott has a sweeping plan to abolish school property taxes. Would it work?
By Joshua Fechter, The Texas Tribune December 9, 2025 Gov. Greg Abbott announced his reelection campaign in November, promising to lower property taxes. His plan has three points, which The Texas Tribune is breaking down over a series of articles. This is Part One. FORT WORTH — Texas lawmakers have gone big to rein in…
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