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The QAnon Situation at Dealey Plaza Gets Worse: They're Singing

The QAnon Situation at Dealey Plaza Gets Worse: They're Singing

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Texas Gov. Abbott Warns of Migrants Crossing Border Illegally … from South Africa

By Simone Carter
Nov 30, 2021

In a tweet about immigration, some said Gov. Greg Abbott appeared to confuse South America with South Africa.
French Energy Company Seeks Fracking Permit Near Arlington Daycare

By Jacob Vaughn
Nov 30, 2021

Parents in Arlington are up against a French energy company that wants to frack near their children's school. Tonight, the fight goes to City Council.
5 Real Anti-Vaxxer Protest Songs That Qualify As Comedy

By Danny Gallagher
Nov 30, 2021

Novelty songs have become just that: a novelty. Back in the '50s and '60s, the charts were full of weird tunes from one-off artists who occasionally found their way on the charts — such as Boris Pickett's "Monster Mash" and The Trashmen's "Surfin' Bird."
It's Nearly Thanksgiving, but the QAnon Group Is Still Waiting for JFK Jr. in Dallas

By Jacob Vaughn
Nov 23, 2021

For some, the longer the JFK Jr. fiasco in Dallas lasts means the longer they'll have to wait to see their loved ones.
Airbnb Is Setting Up 20,000 Afghan Refugees With Homes, Including in Dallas

By Alex Gonzalez
Nov 22, 2021

For those looking to give back this season, Airbnb has a good cause. The home lodging company is working to make sure Afghan refugees have a home for the holidays.
Military Veterans Could Help Decide the Future of THC in Texas

By Jacob Vaughn
Nov 17, 2021

Texas is in a legal battle with companies over a THC market that has exploded in the last year or so following enactment of federal and state laws that legalized hemp. In the middle of it all are military veterans who are seeking relief from physical and emotional pain and rely upon cannabis to deliver it.
Crystal Mason's Work Logs Cast Doubt On Prosecutors' Timeline in Illegal Voting Case

By Michael Murney
Nov 17, 2021

During their prosecution of Crystal Mason for alleged illegal voting in the 2016 election, Tarrant County prosecutors built their case around the testimony of two witnesses: Jarrod Streibich and Karl Dietrich, who were Mason’s longtime neighbors in Rendon and served as volunteer election judges at the polling place there. Discrepancies...
No, Texas Public School Libraries Don't Offer Porn

By Simone Carter
Nov 17, 2021

Gov. Greg Abbott wants to remove porn from school bookshelves, but Texas librarians say there's none to be found.
We'll Forever Be Haunted By a Video of Shelley Luther Singing 'Sweet Child O' Mine'

By Eva Raggio
Nov 17, 2021

Since she first made headlines for defying lockdown orders for Texas businesses, Shelley Luther has become a multi-hyphenate household name as a salon owner-turned-political-martyr/aspiring musician.
From Beto O'Rourke to Don Huffines, There's Little Room for Centrists in Austin

By Simone Carter
Nov 16, 2021

Political experts say it's getting more difficult for centrists to succeed in Texas elections.
Mar-a-Lago Event Attendees Can Pay $50,000 for Dinner and a Photo with Trump and Ken Paxton

By Michael Murney
Nov 12, 2021

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has always been a staunch supporter of former President Donald Trump, and now Trump's seemingly returning the favor yet again: He's hosting a pricy dinner and photo session for Paxton at Mar-a-Lago next month. On Dec. 9, Trump's hosting an invite-only fundraiser for Paxton's reelection...
After Being Sentenced for Jan. 6 Charge, Jenna Ryan Says She Plans to 'Do a Lot of Yoga' in Prison

By Simone Carter
Nov 12, 2021

Frisco real estate broker Jenna Ryan, who was sentenced last week over her role in the Capitol insurrection, said she plans on "doing a lot of yoga" in prison.
Ted Cruz Steps Up as the Joe McCarthy of Children's TV

By Liam Gaughan
Nov 12, 2021

After targeting women, minorities, the LGBTQ community, immigrants, teachers, scientists, celebrities and animals, Republicans have found their latest feud. Apparently, absolutely no one is safe from conservative scorn, as the feathery Sesame Street icon Big Bird has become the latest victim of their conspiracy theories. What does it say about...
Matthew McConaughey Says He Opposes Vaccine Mandates for Kids for Now

By Simone Carter
Nov 11, 2021

Actor Matthew McConaughey, who's reportedly considering a run for Texas governor, said he's against coronavirus vaccine mandates for kids.
Louie Gohmert Says He Just Might Want To Be Texas' Next Attorney General

By Michael Murney
Nov 11, 2021

Of course he does. After all, It’s only been a couple weeks since Rolling Stone reported that Texas Congressman Louie Gohmert was among a gaggle of GOP lawmakers allegedly meeting in secret with the organizers of the Jan. 6 insurrection. (Gohmert has dismissed the allegations as false.) But when you're Louie...
In Bid for Governor’s Mansion, Allen West Will Have to Win Over the Texas GOP

By Simone Carter
Nov 10, 2021

The Army requires its soldiers to take up running, and despite needing a pacemaker, the 60-year-old retired lieutenant colonel has retained the habit. In the mornings, Allen West gets up by 5:30 and pounds the pavement for 4 miles, sometimes longer. The Republican politician says it’s during these times that...
U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz Apparently Thinks Big Bird is 'The Media'

By Simone Carter
Nov 10, 2021

U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz is taking on Bird Bird over the Muppet's pro-vaccination stance.
Man Wanted to Give Bomb-Making Tips to Neo-Nazis But Was Speaking to Undercover Feds

By Patrick Strickland
Nov 9, 2021

Beau Daniel Merryman could go to federal prison for 20 years.
Fledgling National Security Agency Honcho Visited Texas to Talk Counter-Terrorism

By Michael Murney
Nov 8, 2021

When hackers breached the Houston-based Colonial Pipeline’s cybersecurity defenses in late April, the whole country took a hit. Within days, drivers from Houston to New Hampshire found themselves waiting in line for hours to get gas.The federal government later concluded the country could’ve only lasted another three to five days...
'I Just Shouldn't Tweet': Frisco Realtor Jenna Ryan's Going to Prison for 60 Days Over Jan. 6 Capitol Riot

By Simone Carter
Nov 4, 2021

Frisco real estate broker Jenna Ryan was sentenced on Thursday in connection to the Jan. 6 insurrection.