The Border Propagandist Jaeson Jones, a confidante of incoming federal border czar Tom Homan, is helping lay the groundwork for mass deportations and conflict with Mexico. Texas Observer · Jan 14, 2025
Texas's Abbot Vows to Boost Anti-Terror Efforts, Target 'Special Interest Migrants' After New Orleans Attack Abbott's directives outline 11 initiatives focused on prevention, protection and mitigation, emphasizing collaboration between state and federal agencies Latin Times · Jan 9, 2025
Investigation launched into Met’s handling of sexual assault allegations made against Mohamed al-Fayed Watchdog oversees investigation into ‘missed opportunities or failures’ over two complaints amid fears ‘it could become much wider’ The Independent UK · Jan 8, 2025
Gov. Greg Abbott directs DPS to bolster anti-terrorism efforts after New Orleans attack The governor is calling for an expansion of in-state anti-terrorism programs and an increase in federal partnerships. The Texas Tribune · Jan 8, 2025
Four Tren de Aragua Members Infiltrate Migrant Group to Cross Texas Border, Arrested The gang members were part of a larger group of migrants, including unaffiliated individuals and families. Latin Times · Jan 5, 2025
Our Most-Read Stories of 2024 Online readership numbers are at least one tool to figure out what the Observer audience really loved. Texas Observer · Dec 26, 2024
Denver Public Schools Vow to Protect Immigrant Students as Trump Considers Ending 'Sensitive Locations' Policy Colorado's largest school district, serves more than 88,000 students, 75% of whom are students of color, and over half are Latino Latin Times · Dec 19, 2024
Will Texas Finally Wind Down Border Security Spending? Top state officials have already made promises that, under Trump, money can be shifted to education. But that didn’t happen last time. Texas Observer · Dec 12, 2024
Labor to sit out Prahran byelection as ex-Greens MP Sam Hibbins departs amid controversy Exclusive: Victorian Greens confident of retaining inner Melbourne seat as former MP ‘absolutely disputes’ claims by intern The Guardian - AU · Nov 26, 2024
Freeman Martin selected to lead the Texas Department of Public Safety Martin, a senior official, takes the helm of the agency on Dec. 1, replacing retiring director Steve McCraw. The Texas Tribune · Nov 20, 2024
Texas Targets Foreign Influence from China, Russia, Cuba, and Venezuela with New Executive Orders Gov. Abbott's executive orders impose strict sanctions aimed at preventing espionage and infiltration from several countries labeled as "foreign adversaries." Latin Times · Nov 19, 2024
Texas Lawmakers File Over 1,000 Bills as Immigration Enforcement Drives Priorities For The GOP Majority Senate and House Republicans have majority advantage in both chambers, their bills focus on border security, voter ID, and school sports restrictions. Latin Times · Nov 17, 2024
University Of Rochester Condemns Antisemitic Posters University of Rochester addresses antisemitic posters targeting Jewish faculty members, denouncing them as divisive and committing to ensuring campus safety. Top News · Nov 14, 2024
Dallas Voters Nix an All-Purpose Excuse for Police Harassment: 'I Smelled Marijuana' The ballot initiative says a whiff of weed does not establish probable cause for a search or seizure, which was already doubtful in light of hemp legalization. Reason · Nov 8, 2024
AAP · Nov 4, 2024 Inquiry into public servant's $300k payment after raid A government agency has launched an internal investigation after its Parliament House offices were raided by the federal corruption watchdog.
The Independent UK · Oct 30, 2024 News organizations ask Texas court to order release of Texas state police records of Uvalde shooting A group of news organizations are asking a Texas appeals court to order the release of state Department of Public Safety records of the law enforcement response to the Robb Elementary School shooting in Uvalde
Latin Times · Oct 29, 2024 Trump Supporter Removed From Texas Voter Roll After Being Labeled Noncitizen, Investigation Finds A consortium of outlets has already identified 10 citizens whose registration was cancelled after their citizenship was put in question
Latin Times · Oct 28, 2024 Flaws in Texas Voter Registration System Leave Voters Out of the Rolls Ahead of Election Day Texas is one of eight states without an online voter registration option, leaving voter applications susceptible to human error.
The Texas Tribune · Oct 21, 2024 Early voting is underway in Texas. Here’s a guide to your rights at the polls. In-person early voting in Texas runs from Oct. 21 to Nov. 1. Our guide outlines your voting rights, where to vote, and the necessary steps for early voting.
International Business Times UK · Oct 17, 2024 Syracuse University Suspends Phi Kappa Psi Fraternity After Viral Hazing Video Shows Members Vomiting On Two Initiates, One Duct Taped To A Cross Syracuse University has suspended its Phi Kappa Psi fraternity chapter after a viral video revealed shocking hazing rituals, including members vomiting on two initiates and one being duct-taped to a cross.
The Texas Tribune · Oct 16, 2024 Watch: Texas lawmakers discuss noncitizens on the voter rolls Here’s what you need to know after a ProPublica, The Texas Tribune and Votebeat investigation found that Gov. Greg Abbott likely inflated the number of noncitizens on voter rolls.
Salon · Oct 15, 2024 Abbott noncitizen voter claims inflated At least nine U.S. citizens across three Texas counties were incorrectly labeled as noncitizens or removed
Latin Times · Oct 10, 2024 Tren de Aragua Member Arrested in Houston After Reportedly Seeking to Recruit Middle Schoolers Federal law enforcement sources told The New York Post that the suspect wanted to train the kids for a large-scale shoplifting ring
The Independent UK · Oct 9, 2024 South Dakota kicks 273 'noncitizens' off its voter rolls even with general election voting underway South Dakota’s top elections official has removed hundreds of people from the state’s voter rolls even after with voting in next month's general election already underway
Top News · Oct 9, 2024 Illegal Venezuelan Gang Member Arrested In Houston By Texas DPS Illegal alien and Tren de Aragua gang member arrested in Houston for criminal activities. Joint effort by law enforcement agencies.