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Texas DirecTV Customers Could Receive Compensation…
Texas DirecTV customers were left frustrated on Sunday night when they discovered they couldn't watch the big LSU vs. USC football game. This was due to a dispute between DirecTV and Disney, which led to the removal of ESPN, ABC, and other Disney-owned channels from DirecTV's lineup. The blackout, which...
Removing Texas property taxes could double sales tax, but expert believes casinos could bring relief
Talk to a Texas homeowner; no matter where they live, one thing could be in common."Property tax owners need relief," Ronnie Kirkwood said. "Property taxes are way too high. They've been way too high for a long time.""Their property taxes are high, and what are you going to do? It is what it is," Brittney Hughley said.This week, a group of lawmakers learned what it would take to eliminate property taxes. About $80 billion in property taxes are collected.The state uses that money for schools, infrastructure, and other projects. To replace the property taxes, the Texas Taxpayers and Researchers Association...
Texas Border: Truckloads of Migrants Found
Truckloads of migrants are being discovered along the Texas Border with Mexico during law enforcement operations that often result in as many rescues as arrests. The latest reported incident occurred on September 4, 2024 in Eagle Pass, according to the following details released to the news media by the Maverick County Sheriff's Department:
Ted Cruz says Democrats taking short-term immigration risks for long-term gains
Sen. Ted Cruz (R-TX) is locked in a fierce battle for reelection this year, but he doesn’t necessarily consider that his biggest challenge. “In the 12 years I’ve been in the Senate, I have consistently led the fight to secure our border,” he told the Washington Examiner. “It is today I believe in an existential […]
Timpson continues success with home win over Lovelady in Week 2
TIMPSON, Texas (KETK) – It’s Lions, Tigers, and the Bears come out on top, oh my! The Timpson Bears continued their 2024 season success with a home win over the Lovelady Lions on Friday night. The final score was: Lovelady 48 – Timpson 50 Next week, Lovelady will host Groveton, while Timpson will host Westwood.
Abbott reaffirms Texas' unwavering support for Israel at RJC Annual Leadership Summit
Sep. 5—AUSTIN — Gov. Greg Abbott on Thursday reaffirmed Texas' enduring and unwavering support for the State of Israel, the Israeli people, and Israel's right to self defense as they continue their fight against the brutal terrorist organization Hamas at the Republican Jewish Coalition (RJC) Annual Leadership Summit in Las Vegas. During his remarks, the Governor also emphasized the need to ...
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