Israel retaliation continues
The death toll continues to rise, Hezbollah hostilities intensify and President Biden asks Congress to approve a military aid package of $100 billion to bolster Israel, Taiwan and Ukraine
New poll reveals- Houston mayoral race remains a Whitmire-Jackson Lee showdown
With just 23 days until Houston's mayoral election, a new poll from the University of Houston's Hobby School reveals that State Senator John Whitmire and Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee are leading the race, setting the stage for a December runoff.
TX Senate sends border enforcement bill to House
Texas Senate has criminalized border entry, responding to frustration with Biden's perceived leniency toward 7-8 million undocumented immigrants.
Texas Senate passes school choice bill - What's Your Point?
Texas Senate passes school choice bill, SB1 sets aside $500 million to pay $8,000 per accepted student for the education at a private school. The bill allows for just 1% of all students in Texas
Israel at War - Palestinian protests- What's Your Point?
Hundreds of thousands of Palestinian residents are evacuating their neighborhoods as the Israeli military prepares for a potential ground invasion of Gaza, with the primary target being Hamas.
Houston Astros secure spot in AL championship series again
Houston revels in October baseball as the Astros power into the American League Championship Series, eyeing another pennant and the elusive back-to-back World Series title for the seventh consecutive year.
House GOP faces challenges in Scalise-Jordan divide
Scalise narrowly beats Jordan after McCarthy's ouster, but with backers withholding support, a deadlock looms, risking legislative paralysis during a crisis.
Houston metro riders contribute only 4% amid $16 ride cost
Bill King's blog reveals a staggering fact: taxpayers are footing nearly $16 per ride on Houston's metro system, with riders contributing only 4% of the total cost through fares.
New numbers place Whitmire, Jackson Lee in front of Houston mayoral race
With just 23 days until Houston's mayoral election, a new poll from the University of Houston's Hobby School reveals that State Senator John Whitmire and Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee are leading the race, setting the stage for a December runoff.
Texas Senate passes bill criminalizing border entry with potential prison time
Texas Senate has criminalized border entry, responding to frustration with Biden's perceived leniency toward 7-8 million undocumented immigrants.
Texas Senate ignites battle over $500m school choice proposal
Senate Education Chair Brandon Creighton stirs debate with a $500 billion school choice pitch, offering 60,000 Texas students an $8,000 stipend for private school attendance.
$3 million donation to Patrick raises eyebrows ahead of Paxton trial
Texas Tribune uncovers disturbing ties between Nick Fuentes and Defend Texas Liberty, a major player in AG Ken Paxton's defense and a $3 million donor to Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick, raising questions ahead of Paxton's abuse of power trial.
US Representative Crenshaw urges serious talks to safeguard Israel amidst rising tensions
Former Navy SEAL and US Representative Dan Crenshaw emphasizes the need for serious discussions to ensure Israel's existence, steering clear of directly blaming Iran for the Hamas attack, while Iran's foreign minister issues a warning against continued Israeli attacks on Gaza.
President Biden confronts the reality of Israel's ongoing battle
President Biden delivers a sobering assessment on the escalating conflict in Israel, grappling with the challenge of finding a resolution amid ongoing fighting sparked by a recent Hamas attack leaving thousands dead and injured.
Phelan lashes out at Lt. Governor over Paxton acquittal - days before 3rd special session
Texas House Speaker Dade Phelan calling out Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick over the Paxton acquittal, just days before they both have to report for the 3rd special session which will focus on school choice and border safety issues.
Abbott sets agenda for Special Session - School Choice tops the list
Governor Abbott has called a third special session of the Texas Legislature to focus on school choice, though there are some border issues on the agenda as well,
Liberty County housing development drawing scrutiny- What's Your Point?
A large housing development in Liberty County has drawn the governor's scrutiny after being featured in the conservative press. Allegations that Colony Ridge has become a haven for cartel activity, gangs, human smuggling and other crimes are met with dispute and denial from residents, the property owner. and the county sheriff.
Scramble for a speaker of the House - What's Your Point?
As the U.S. House scrambles to find a speaker all legislative work grinds to a halt. The What's Your Point panel discusses options that lie ahead.
"Not another foot of border wall" . . . What's Your Point?
Despite campaign promises and a firm belief that physical barriers "don't work" the Biden Administration announced this week it would continue construction on the border wall in Starr County, Texas.
Lina Hidalgo speaks about mental health
Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo has returned to work after weeks in an out-of-state mental health facility to treat her clinical depression. This week she spoke to CBS national news about her state of health and plans for future.