CAIR defends against Texas Gov. Abbott's request to revoke tax exemption
The Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR) has released a letter they sent to the U.S. Treasury secretary in defense of their status as a tax-exempt nonprofit organization.
Texas Gov. Abbott formally requests suspension of CAIR's tax-exempt status
The move comes after the governor designated the Islamic non-profit as a terrorist organization, banning it from owning property in Texas.
Texas Islamic groups call Abbott’s actions ‘unconstitutional’ in lawsuit over ‘terrorist’ designation
Two Texas affiliates of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR) filed a federal lawsuit Thursday against Gov. Greg Abbott and Attorney General Ken Paxton, seeking to block enforcement of an executive proclamation that labeled the civil rights organization a "foreign terrorist organization."
Texas Gov. Abbott directs state police to open criminal probes into Muslim Brotherhood and CAIR
Abbott alleges the groups are promoting radical ideology and seeking to subvert U.S. laws and forcibly impose Sharia law in Texas.
Texas Governor Abbott bans Muslim Brotherhood, CAIR from owning land in Texas
The new designation immediately subjects both groups and their affiliates to heightened penalties and prohibits them from buying or acquiring land in Texas.
San Antonio ICE raid: Nearly 200 migrants in custody
Governor Abbott said about 200 people were taken into custody in San Antonio over the weekend after federal agents carried out an enforcement operation. Now, some in the community are responding in protest.
Former Congressman Chris Bell enters Texas governor’s race, pledging ethics reform
Former U.S. Rep. Chris Bell, a Houston Democrat, announced his second bid for Texas governor on a platform centered on ethics reform and public education, directly challenging incumbent Republican Gov. Greg Abbott.
Nasdaq to launch new Texas dual listing venue in 2026
Nasdaq is set to launch its own Texas financial exchange as the Lone Star state continues to grow as a national platform for stock trading.
Trump endorses Texas Gov. Greg Abbott for reelection
The endorsement comes days after Abbott announced his campaign for his fourth term in office.
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott launches 2026 re-election campaign
Texas Governor Greg Abbott announced his re-election bid for a fourth term in 2026, aiming to become the state's longest-serving governor while emphasizing continued economic growth and conservative policies.
Texas Gov. Abbott jokes about imposing a '100% tariff on anyone moving to Texas from NYC,' sources say
Texas Governor Greg Abbott announced he would impose a 100 percent tariff on anyone moving to Texas from New York City after the election. Sources now say the governor meant the post as a joke.
Texans growing more pessimistic about the economy, new poll finds
43% of Texans polled said their personal economic situation is worse compared to one year ago.
Gov. Abbott orders state-led homeless encampment removal in Austin
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott on Monday directed state agencies to begin a concerted operation to remove homeless encampments and enforce laws in Austin, citing public safety concerns over "weapons, needles, and other debris" littering the city's streets and state property.
Montrose rainbow crosswalk officially removed, protesters arrested
The rainbow crosswalk in Montrose has been removed after protesters attempted to stop the removal early Monday morning.
Rainbow crosswalk removal set for Monday in Montrose
The rainbow crosswalk in Houston's Montrose neighborhood is scheduled for removal on Monday, October 20, sparking a local protest after residents and officials learned of the plans, which follow a threat by Governor Greg Abbott to cut state funding over political street art.
Gov. Abbott deploys Texas National Guard to Austin ahead of planned weekend protests
Gov. Greg Abbott has ordered the deployment of personnel and tactical assets from the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) and the Texas National Guard to Austin in anticipation of what he says is a planned "antifa-linked demonstration."
Texas DPS directed to increase new THC rule enforcement
Gov. Abbott ordered the increase Tuesday, calling hemp products dangerous and saying Texas must protect children from vape shops.
New Texas THC rule enforcement begins Wednesday
Emergency THC regulations put into place earlier in September will be enforced starting on Wednesday.
New emergency THC rules now in effect in Texas
The rules, issued by the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission, prevent hemp consumables from being sold to those younger than 21.