As ERCOT Pushes Energy Conservation, Some Fear Crypto Biz Could Tank Texas’ Faulty Power Grid
As some fear Texas’ power grid could fail amid summer heat, cryptocurrency businesses continue to move here in droves.
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Felony Marijuana Possession Charge Dropped Against Licensed Hemp Grower in Navarro County
For nearly a year, Hunter Robinson has been facing a felony charge for possession of marijuana, though he never really possessed any. Robinson and his business partner Skyler Purcell were licensed hemp farmers, growing and selling low-THC cannabis from an indoor farm they built in Navarro County. Their business was…
Chicago Professor Claims Collin College Attempted to Crack Down on His Free Speech, Too
Last week, Collin College reportedly attempted to crack down on the free speech of a professor at another institution.
Abortion Is Still Legal in Texas For Now: Here Are Some Options and Resources
Abortions is still legal in Texas, and women still have to right to get one if needed. Here is an explanation of the resources available.
Amid Texas Legal Battle Over Delta-8, Federal Appeals in California Court Says It’s Legal
Through a copyright and trademark dispute in California, delta-8 THC has been deemed federally legal.
Federal Judge Says Sexually Oriented Businesses Can Stay Open Late … For Now
Months after Dallas passed an ordinance saying sexually oriented businesses needed to close from 2-6 a.m., a federal judge says it can’t be enforced.
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After Uvalde Massacre, North Texas Schools Face Flood of Gun Violence Threats
North Texas schools are staving off potential copycat attacks following the Uvalde massacre, which left 19 students and two teachers dead.
Uvalde Elementary School Shooting Deepens Rift in Texas Politics
On Wednesday, Beto O’Rourke interrupted Gov. Greg Abbott’s press conference about the Uvalde school shooting.
Catalytic Converter Thefts Are Still on the Rise in Dallas
Catalytic converter thefts almost quadrupled in Dallas from 2020 to 2021 and are still climbing.
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Uvalde Elementary Massacre Is Among the Deadliest Mass Shootings in Texas History
Tuesday’s massacre at an Uvalde elementary school is one of Texas’ deadliest mass shootings.
Their Bodies, Someone Else’s Choice: How Texas Offers a Preview of Life After Roe v. Wade
Even before the Supreme Court was poised to overturn Roe v. Wade, Texas had already passed some of the harshest anti-abortion laws in the country.
Southern Baptist Convention Hid Sexual Abuse for Two Decades, Report Says
Leaders in the Souther Baptist Convention cover up decades of sexual abuse by ministers and other leaders.
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Dallas Aimed to Reduce Lead Exposure in Homes. Some $200,000 Later, None Have Been Fixed
Lead exposure can cause health problems for children and adults. That why there’s been an effort to address homes built before 1978 that likely utilized lead-based paint. Years after receiving over $2 million to address this, only 10 homes are in the pipeline for the lead-reduction services.
County Judge in West Texas Has Been Arrested on Cattle Rustling Charges
A judge in the tiny Texas county of Loving has been accused of cattle rustling.
Some Dallas Residents Oppose Sobering Center, Other Plans for Sites to Help the Homeless Population
Residents say they’ve been left out of the city’s plans for new projects to help the homeless.
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‘Speech Police’: Hood County Law Enforcement Investigates ‘Porn’ in Granbury ISD Library
Hood County law enforcement have opened a criminal investigation after receiving complaints over library books in Granbury ISD.
Texas Republicans Rejoice as Judge Upholds Migrant Expulsions Under Title 42
When a federal judge in Louisiana blocked the government from ending Title 42, a controversial policy that allows the U.S. to expel migrants on public health grounds because of the COVID-19 pandemic, Texan Republicans leapt to celebrate the ruling and rights groups quickly issued condemnations. Judge Robert Summerhays, writing in…
Who’s Behind the Uncomfortably Detailed Phallus on a DART Construction Site Porta-Potty?
It all started with an alarmingly detailed artistic portrayal of a phallus. The graffiti in question was scrawled on the side of a portable toilet at a North Dallas construction site off the path that will eventually become the Silver Line. Alongside the phallus was a message. Although it’s difficult…
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Amid Texas’ Battle Over Delta-8, FDA Issues Warning Letters to Several Companies Selling It
The FDA says several companies have been claiming their delta-8 products can be used for medicinal and therapeutic purposes. These uses haven’t been approved by the FDA, so they’re sending out some warning letters.
‘I Won’t Be Silenced’: North Texans Testify in Congress About Censorship in Education
On Thursday, North Texans appeared before Congress to testify about the rise in educational censorship.
Former Gulf Cartel Leader Mario Cárdenas Guillén Extradited to Texas to Stand Trial
Mexican authorities handed the cartel boss over to the U.S. earlier this week.
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LGBTQ Group: Sandra Crenshaw Should Apologize for ‘Homophobic Attack’ Against Runoff Opponent
Former City Council member Sandra Crenshaw stepped up to the microphone at Tuesday’s Dallas County Commissioners Court meeting to make what some are calling homophobic and transphobic remarks against her opponent in the runoff election for Texas House District 100. Her opponent, Venton Jones, is an openly gay, openly HIV positive candidate.