By Joshua Fechter, The Texas Tribune May 26, 2025 “Texas lawmaker abruptly spiked his bill to punish cities that don’t deal with homeless encampments” was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and statewide issues. Sign up…

By Jayme Lozano Carver, The Texas Tribune May 26, 2025 “Texas Republicans want to block cities’ gun buyback programs” was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and statewide issues. Subscribe to The Y’all — a weekly…

By Phil Galewitz, KFF Health News and Christine Mai-Duc May 23, 2025 President Donald Trump’s signature budget legislation would punish 14 states that offer health coverage to people in the U.S. without authorization. The states, most of them Democratic-led, provide insurance to some low-income immigrants — often children — regardless of their legal status. Advocates…

By Phillip Williams United States Air Force Brigadier General Anthony D. Babcock will be speaker for Gilmer’s annual Memorial Day ceremony Monday, May 26. The public ceremony, sponsored by local posts of three nationwide organizations for military veterans, is set for 10 a.m. inside the Gilmer Civic Center on U.S. 271. Normally held on the…

By Jessica Priest, The Texas Tribune May 24, 2025 “Political appointees would have more control over Texas universities’ courses and hiring under bill approved in House” was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and statewide issues.…

By Stephen Simpson, The Texas Tribune May 25, 2025 “Bill to pump up to $500 million into Texas films OK’ed in the House” was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and statewide issues. Sign up for…

By Ayden Runnels, The Texas Tribune May 25, 2025 “House clears the way for Texas Lottery to continue under a different state agency” was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and statewide issues. Sign up for…

Enews Sign Up  |  Visit My Website  |  View Online Dear East Texas, This Memorial Day, we pause to honor the brave men and women who gave their lives in defense of our nation and the freedoms we hold dear. Their sacrifice is a solemn reminder that liberty is never free—it is earned through courage, duty, and devotion. They…