Vikki Goodwin Enters 2026 Texas Lt. Governor Race
Austin state Representative Vikki Goodwin, a Democrat, has officially entered the 2026 race for Texas lieutenant governor, setting up a high-stakes political showdown with Republican incumbent Dan Patrick. The announcement, made Tuesday, introduces Goodwin as a challenger willing to confront long-standing Republican control in Texas with a platform centered on public service, transparency, and essential policy reforms. Goodwin, who has served four terms in the Texas House representi
Vikki Goodwin Enters 2026 Texas Lt. Governor Race
Austin state Representative Vikki Goodwin, a Democrat, has officially entered the 2026 race for Texas lieutenant governor, setting up a high-stakes political showdown with Republican incumbent Dan Patrick. The announcement, made Tuesday, introduces Goodwin as a challenger willing to confront long-standing Republican control in Texas with a platform centered on public service, transparency, and essential policy reforms. Goodwin, who has served four terms in the Texas House representi
Department of Justice Investigates EPIC City Amid Concerns Over Sharia Law
A criminal investigation has been launched into EPIC City, a proposed Dallas-area development centered around a mosque in Josephine, Texas. Senator John Cornyn announced that the Department of Justice (DOJ) is investigating the community project due to growing concerns about its potential to enforce Sharia law and discriminate based on faith. Senator Cornyn requested the investigation after multiple Texas officials raised alarms about the project, which some claim could result in the creation
Department of Justice Investigates EPIC City Amid Concerns Over Sharia Law
A criminal investigation has been launched into EPIC City, a proposed Dallas-area development centered around a mosque in Josephine, Texas. Senator John Cornyn announced that the Department of Justice (DOJ) is investigating the community project due to growing concerns about its potential to enforce Sharia law and discriminate based on faith. Senator Cornyn requested the investigation after multiple Texas officials raised alarms about the project, which some claim could result in the creation
Texas Senate Bill Aims to Reform Lottery with New Oversight
In a critical move to reform the Texas Lottery, a new Senate bill filed by Senator Bob Hall could provide the much-needed lifeline to an increasingly scrutinized institution. Senate Bill 3070, introduced at the tail end of the Senate session, seeks to abolish the Texas Lottery Commission and place oversight of the state-run lottery under the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation. This bold step aims to address concerns raised over illegal activities and enhance accountability within th
Texas Senate Bill Aims to Reform Lottery with New Oversight
In a critical move to reform the Texas Lottery, a new Senate bill filed by Senator Bob Hall could provide the much-needed lifeline to an increasingly scrutinized institution. Senate Bill 3070, introduced at the tail end of the Senate session, seeks to abolish the Texas Lottery Commission and place oversight of the state-run lottery under the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation. This bold step aims to address concerns raised over illegal activities and enhance accountability within th
Cameron County Votes on Incorporating Elon Musk’s Starbase as Official Texas City
As early voting begins across the state, residents of Cameron County are faced with a unique ballot question: Should Starbase, the South Texas hub for Elon Musk’s SpaceX, become an official city? Currently an unincorporated community situated about 25 miles east of Brownsville in the Rio Grande Valley, Starbase is home to SpaceX's starship development and production center. The community houses fewer than 500 residents, including around 120 children, most of whom are directly connec
Cameron County Votes on Incorporating Elon Musk’s Starbase as Official Texas City
As early voting begins across the state, residents of Cameron County are faced with a unique ballot question: Should Starbase, the South Texas hub for Elon Musk’s SpaceX, become an official city? Currently an unincorporated community situated about 25 miles east of Brownsville in the Rio Grande Valley, Starbase is home to SpaceX's starship development and production center. The community houses fewer than 500 residents, including around 120 children, most of whom are directly connec









