State & National
Dennis Spellman, Covering Katy News
Prosecutor who convicted a Katy biker gang named federal judge
South Texas' top federal prosecutor is trading his role putting criminals behind bars to become a federal judge — and his record includes bringing down a Katy-based motorcycle gang accused of murder, drug trafficking and a bloody turf war.
Mar. 15, 2026
Texas Tribune
John Cornyn, Ken Paxton advance to runoff to be Republican nominee for U.S. Senate
Texas Republicans are in for another three months of mudslinging between Attorney General Ken Paxton and U.S. Sen. John Cornyn after the two bitter rivals advanced to a May 26 runoff in Tuesday’s primary.
Mar. 03, 2026
Henry Cuellar
President Trump to pardon Texas Democrat Henry Cuellar
President Donald Trump announced he will pardon U.S. Rep. Henry Cuellar, D-Laredo, and his wife, ending the congressman's multi-year federal legal battle. Cuellar had faced a dozen charges of bribery, money laundering and conspiracy.
Dec. 06, 2025
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Supreme Court upholds Texas redistricting
On Thursday, the Supreme Court said that the state can use the new map in 2026 — reversing a lower court ruling from last month that found the new boundaries be unconstitutional.
Dec. 05, 2025
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Why inspectors miss issues that lead to mold-filled homes
It starts the same way nearly every time. A family moves into a new home — bright walls, clean air, everything perfect. The inspector's sticker still clings to the window like a seal of safety. But beneath the fresh paint, water moves....
Dec. 01, 2025
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Supreme Court temporarily restores Texas’ new congressional map
Texas is back to using its 2025 congressional map, at least temporarily, after Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito granted the state’s request to pause a court ruling that would have required using the lines legislators drew in 2021.
Nov. 23, 2025
Bob Daemmrich for The Texas Tribune
Court order striking down Texas redistricting map upends plans for candidates across the state
The ruling has set off a domino effect for politicians, with Democrats who had previously announced retirement now planning to run for their current districts under the lines set in 2021. Republican candidates — especially those in districts that....
Nov. 19, 2025
Ronaldo Bolaños/The Texas Tribune
Texas Vote 2025: All 17 Texas Constitution Amendments Pass
Voters in Texas seemed poised on Tuesday night to approve a series of tax exemptions and bans as well as new investments in state infrastructure and research.
Nov. 05, 2025
Covering Katy News
17 State Propositions on the Ballot – What you need to know
On Nov. 4, Texas voters will get the final say on 17 constitutional amendments — usually listed as statewide propositions at the top of the ballot — including billions of dollars in property tax cuts for homeowners and businesses.
Nov. 04, 2025
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Texas Opens Multiple Bays for Oyster Harvest Season Beginning Nov. 1
The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department is opening several bays to oyster harvesting. Recreational harvest will begin Saturday, Nov. 1, and commercial harvest will begin Monday, Nov. 3.
Oct. 24, 2025
