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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...
A Popular Texas Grocery Store Now Admits to Price Gouging
Listen I'm all about companies making their profit, we are a capitalist country after all. But during times like this, of record inflation, to take advantage of your customers is not a good look. Even the appearance of it won't sit well. This will come as a shock to absolutely...
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:
Evidence Texas Gangs are Bringing Their Violence into Missouri
If you think gangs are restricted to their state of origin, think again. There's ample evidence that Texas gangs have already brought their violence into Missouri and the worst is likely yet to come. Just days ago, the O'Fallon Police Department shared details with Fox 2 in St. Louis about...
Game wardens see decline in fatalities, rise in boating accidents over Labor Day weekend
Sep. 6—AUSTIN — Texas Game Wardens patrolling water bodies across the state reported a decline in water-related fatalities but noticed an increase in boating accidents compared to last year's Labor Day holiday weekend. According to a Friday news release, wardens patrolling Aug. 31-Sept. 2 reported nine boating accidents — several of which involved personal watercrafts — one boating-related ...
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 […]
Commissioner Buckingham announces VLB's veterans-only land sale in October
Sep. 5—AUSTIN — Texas Land Commissioner Dawn Buckingham, M.D. announced Thursday the Texas Veterans Land Board's (VLB) veterans-only land sale is now open for bidding. Five tracks in four counties, totaling over 10.5 acres, are available for purchase to veterans and military members with minimum bid amounts listed. A veteran or military member whose bid is accepted may apply for a VLB Land ...
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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