Republican governors call on Biden to withdraw student loan forgiveness plan ‘immediately’
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Texas court halts poverty relief program after Paxton’s ’emergency’ petition: In his campaign to block a Houston-area guaranteed basic income program ...
thehill.com/homenews/state-watch/4615391-ken-paxton-emergency-petition-basic-income-program/
By looking to future, Supreme Court may push Trump’s D.C. trial past election: The Supreme Court’s ruling on presidential immunity almost certainly will mean ...
washingtonpost.com/politics/2024/04/24/trump-supreme-court-immunity-dc-trial/
Truth Social is a mind-bending win for Donald Trump: And disturbing evidence of how he destabilises reality for Americans
economist.com/united-states/2024/04/18/truth-social-is-a-mind-bending-win-for-donald-trump
Bob Graham, ex-US senator and Florida governor, dies at 87: Former Florida Sen. Bob Graham, who chaired the Intelligence Committee following the 2001 terrorist ...
apnews.com/article/bob-graham-dies-obituary-florida-senator-governor-80c4f1609e314eff981fcfae7d0b32ba
House sends Mayorkas impeachment articles to the Senate: House Republicans have sent to the Senate two articles of impeachment against Homeland Security ...
cnn.com/2024/04/16/politics/house-mayorkas-impeachment-articles-senate/
Bob Graham, Former Florida Governor and Senator, Dies at 87: After the 9/11 attacks, Mr. Graham became an outspoken critic of President George W ...
nytimes.com/2024/04/16/us/bob-graham-dead.html
Man sets himself on fire outside Trump's hush-money trial: After a few minutes, dozens of police officers rushed over and tried to smother the flames. The man ...
bostonglobe.com/2024/04/19/nation/fire-extinguished-outside-trump-hush-money-trial/
Quick Glance: Hush Money Trial: Trump's Silent Encounter with Insults
- Donald Trump has been forced to listen to potential jurors in his criminal hush money trial in New York openly criticize him.
- Transitioning from a life of adulation to facing critics, Trump now experiences a different reality without the control he's accustomed to.
- Previously shielded from critique, Trump now faces a trial with potential felony convictions and will have to endure listening to more criticism.
- Potential jurors exhibited a range of opinions towards Trump, from admiration for his business acumen to open criticism of his persona and rhetoric.
Texas deputy dies after being hit by truck while helping during accident: Officials say a deputy who was a 20-year-veteran of a Houston-area sheriff’s office has ...
apnews.com/article/texas-deputy-killed-crash-732e01d77225710ee81c76bb048ae794
Christie says Biden ‘stupid’ for not reaching out to him: Former New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie (R) said it was “pretty stupid” for President Biden not to reach ...
thehill.com/homenews/campaign/4618764-christie-biden-2024-campaign-support/
1-month old twins had blunt-force trauma before being found dead in crib, autopsy shows
star-telegram.com/news/state/texas/article287881405.html
Texas sues Harris County to block guaranteed income program: The program would give roughly 1,900 households payments of $500 for 18 months with no strings ...
texastribune.org/2024/04/09/texas-harris-county-guaranteed-income/
The Supreme Court will hear Trump's claim he's immune from criminal prosecution: Trump's argument for immunity is broad: He contends that he cannot be prosecuted ...
npr.org/2024/04/25/1246376720/donald-trump-supreme-court-immunity
US House gears up to pass Israel, Ukraine, Taiwan aid in unlikely bipartisan vote
timesofisrael.com/us-house-gears-up-to-pass-israel-ukraine-taiwan-aid-in-unlikely-bipartisan-vote/
Quick Glance: Ukrainian President Thanks US for Weapon Aid
- Ukrainian President Zelenskyy thanked U.S. political leaders for approving an aid package for Ukraine, providing the country with a chance at "victory" in its defense against Russia.
- The House passed a bill granting Ukraine $60.8 billion in aid, with Zelenskyy urging swift Senate approval to ensure rapid assistance to frontline soldiers.
- Zelenskyy emphasized the critical need for long-range weapons and air defense systems to stabilize the situation and regain the initiative in Ukraine.
- He addressed rumors of a territorial deal with Russia, emphasizing the importance of a strategy based on concrete democratic measures to end the war.
Here's what happens if you don't pay your Houston TX tolls: Harris County Toll Road Authority sees increase in unpaid tolls. Here's what happens if you don't pay ...
houstonchronicle.com/news/houston-texas/houston/article/houston-harris-county-unpaid-late-tolls-19400403.php
'New Axis of Evil' Conflicts Threaten US Upheaval on Eve of Election: President Joe Biden is juggling four major conflicts—two hot and two cold—as he faces off ...
newsweek.com/new-axis-evil-conflicts-us-upheaval-election-2024-1892215
Global Crises Could Win Biden Back the White House: It’s tough to defeat a wartime President, history shows. Biden can use the powers and pulpit of the ...
time.com/6967119/joe-biden-israel-iran-national-security-campaign/
Greg Abbott Under Fire Over Texas School Budget Cuts: Abbott and the Texas GOP are being blamed for the financial struggles of public schools in the state.
newsweek.com/greg-abbott-under-fire-texas-school-budget-cuts-1891709
Young kids found abandoned in filthy apartment as mom goes on cruise, Texas cops say
sacbee.com/news/nation-world/national/article287623540.html
Strong economy can be double-edged sword for Biden if rates stay high: Higher inflation could lead the Federal Reserve to keep interest rates — and mortgage ...
washingtonpost.com/business/2024/04/13/biden-inflation-federal-reserve/
Quick Glance: Biden's New Perspective on Inflation: Trump Would Be Worse
- The White House warns that inflation would worsen if Trump is re-elected as a strategy to sway voters.
- March's inflation increase surpassed expectations, undermining Biden's claim of lowering prices.
- Rising oil prices due to geopolitical tensions could lead to higher gas prices, a concern for the White House.
- Biden emphasizes fighting inflation as top priority while experts debate the impact of his economic stimulus packages.
Biden's presidential approval rating: A timeline: Joe Biden began his presidency with a 57% approval rating. It's been on a mostly downwards trajectory ever ...
businessinsider.com/biden-presidential-approval-rating-timeline-2024-4
A long time in coming: Donald Trump, from TV to trial: It was 20 years ago exactly on this date, April 15, 2004, Tax Day. President George W ...
nydailynews.com/2024/04/15/a-long-time-in-coming-donald-trump-from-tv-to-trial/
A grand jury declined to indict a Texas man 2 years ago in the killing of a 9-year-old. He’s now been indicted for murder
cnn.com/2024/04/24/us/arlene-alvarez-fatal-shooting-man-indicted-texas/
‘Stunned’ George W. Bush Crashed Car After Laura Bush Dissed His Speech: Jenna Bush Hager shared the amusing anecdote on the “Today” show.
thedailybeast.com/stunned-george-w-bush-crashed-car-after-laura-bush-dissed-his-speech
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Why many 18-year-olds aren't registered to vote in Texas: Voting is habit-forming and high schools are critical for starting that pattern.
texastribune.org/2024/04/10/texas-high-school-voter-registration/
Opposition to Harris County guaranteed income program isn't racist: So conservative opposition to the guaranteed income program is racist (again) ...
houstonchronicle.com/opinion/letters/article/harris-county-guaranteed-income-pilot-covid-basic-19416738.php
Bolton says he will write in Dick Cheney for president again this year : Former national security adviser John Bolton revealed he will write in former Vice ...
thehill.com/homenews/campaign/4587685-bolton-dick-cheney-write-in-2024-president/
Former Bush strategist: Trump took ‘worst possible political position’ on abortion
thehill.com/homenews/campaign/4581740-former-bush-strategist-trump-took-worst-possible-political-position-on-abortion/
Houston may raise property taxes. How would that affect your bill?: Mayor John Whitmire’s administration has been floating an increase to the city's property tax ...
houstonchronicle.com/politics/houston/article/property-tax-whitmire-firefighter-budget-19406516.php
LZ Granderson: Netanyahu owes the U.S. better answers about Gaza: As leader of the opposition and as prime minister, Netanyahu has been fighting the same enemy ...
latimes.com/opinion/story/2024-04-06/israel-gaza-weapons-arms-sales-united-states/
Harris County guaranteed income program can proceed, judge says: A district judge on Thursday ruled Harris County's guaranteed income program can proceed ...
houstonchronicle.com/politics/houston/article/harris-county-guaranteed-income-ruling-19407986.php
From Movie Stars to Porn Stars: All the Presidents’ Mistresses: Infidelity by those in America’s highest office appears to be a time-honored tradition.
thedailybeast.com/from-movie-stars-to-porn-stars-all-the-presidents-mistresses
Paid articlePaid Why would Paxton oppose a program that helps Texans? | Opinion: Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has no power to remove this guaranteed income program because ...
houstonchronicle.com/opinion/letters/article/attorney-general-paxton-basic-income-pilot-harris-19398462.php
Opinion: Trump inspires yet another profile in cowardice: One after another, American institutions have spinelessly bowed to Trump's power ...
latimes.com/opinion/story/2024-04-14/donald-trump-liz-cheney-gerald-ford
Harris County Sheriff deputy dies after being hit by vehicle: A Harris County Sheriff's Office deputy was hit by a vehicle while he was assisting at a crash ...
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NPR Under Fire: Network Suspends In-House Critic As Conservatives Crusade Against Alleged Bias
forbes.com/sites/mollybohannon/2024/04/16/npr-under-fire-network-suspends-in-house-critic-as-conservatives-crusade-against-alleged-bias/
Quick Glance: NPR Suspends Senior Editor Following Critical Substack Analysis
- Senior business editor Uri Berliner at NPR was suspended due to critical remarks about the broadcaster.
- Berliner faced a five-day suspension after releasing an analysis claiming NPR's coverage was influenced by liberal bias.
- NPR accused Berliner of breaching company policies by publishing his work outside the organization without approval.
- Following the essay's release, NPR employees lost confidence in Berliner, and the network's new CEO came under scrutiny from conservative activists.
What to know about HCSO Deputy John Coddou, killed in Cypress crash: John Coddou was a long-time Harris County Sheriff's Office deputy who spent much of his ...
houstonchronicle.com/news/houston-texas/crime/article/john-coddou-harris-county-deputy-cypress-crash-19418840.php
Could Texas Gov. Greg Abbott be Trump's VP?: Gov. Greg Abbott keeps downplaying his interest in being Donald Trump’s running mate, but his actions over the last ...
houstonchronicle.com/politics/texas/article/greg-abbott-trump-vice-president-19395982.php
Harris County wins part of $7 billion federal solar fund: The administration announced Monday 60 applicants had been selected for a program benefiting 900 ...
houstonchronicle.com/business/energy/article/solar-harris-county-biden-texas-19412368.php
Basic income could help Houston residents afford rent, groceries: Some Houston residents are set to start getting $500 a month in basic income for housing and ...
businessinsider.com/guaranteed-basic-income-houston-residents-afford-rent-groceries-housing-2024-4
George W. Bush to host Dallas fundraiser for GOP Pennsylvania Senate hopeful: Former President George W. Bush is hosting a fundraiser in Dallas next week for ...
thehill.com/homenews/campaign/4591035-george-w-bush-to-host-dallas-fundraiser-for-gop-pennsylvania-senate-hopeful/
Cash for corporations, not the poor! Paxton sues Harris County.: Paxton argues Harris County's direct cash assistance program doesn't "benefit all citizens ...
houstonchronicle.com/opinion/editorials/article/guaranteed-income-ken-paxton-harris-county-hidalgo-19400286.php
Colombia’s powerful former president set to become first to stand trial: Former president Álvaro Uribe will face trial on charges of bribery and procedural fraud ...
washingtonpost.com/world/2024/04/09/colombia-uribe-trial/
Quick Glance: Colombia’s Ex-President Faces Landmark Trial
- Former president Álvaro Uribe, a prominent Colombian leader, is set to stand trial for procedural fraud and bribery.
- Uribe has been entangled in a witness-tampering scandal in the country’s judicial system for over a decade.
- Despite denying the allegations, Uribe is to be charged with witness bribing and procedural fraud.
- While regarded as a war hero by some, Uribe faces criticism from human rights groups and is linked to dark chapters in Colombian history.
Teacher’s sex acts with student discovered when girlfriend sees texts, Texas cops say
charlotteobserver.com/news/nation-world/national/article287634450.html
Blueford-Daniels, Scott and Lacy for Harris County Appraisal District: Lawmakers added a whole new category of elected positions for Texans in the 50 largest ...
houstonchronicle.com/opinion/endorsements/article/harris-county-appraisal-district-election-19415707.php
Maine Joins National Popular Vote Compact: In voting news, Maine has become the latest state to join the National Popular Vote compact ...
democracynow.org/2024/4/17/headlines/maine_joins_national_popular_vote_compact
Biden allies dust off Bush's 2004 playbook, subbing abortion for gay marriage on the ballot
nbcnews.com/politics/2024-election/biden-allies-dust-bushs-2004-playbook-subbing-abortion-gay-marriage-ba-rcna146406
Granderson: Netanyahu owes the U.S. better answers about Gaza: Americans are supplying the weapons that enable Israel's war. In exchange, Israel should show that ...
latimes.com/opinion/story/2024-04-06/israel-gaza-weapons-arms-sales-united-states
Street safety needs beefing up in Houston | Opinion: Bike lanes connected to other bike lanes that actually go places, not just recreational ones ...
houstonchronicle.com/opinion/letters/article/whitmire-vision-zero-street-safety-pedestrian-cars-19391747.php
The Bob Casey vs. Dave McCormick Senate matchup is officially set. Here’s what each has to do to win.
inquirer.com/politics/election/pennsylvania-senate-primary-election-20240423.html
Harris County TX projected to hit $15.7 million deficit: Harris County is on track to end the fiscal year with a $15.7 million deficit, driven by lower property ...
houstonchronicle.com/politics/houston/article/harris-county-deficit-increased-costs-19420707.php
Woman shot and killed at west Houston senior living center: An investigation is underway into the fatal shooting of a woman at a senior living center in a west ...
houstonchronicle.com/news/houston-texas/crime/article/woman-dead-shooting-senior-living-houston-19405531.php
Houston comfort food restaurant the Derby opens at car club: The Derby is a comfort food restaurant opening to the public in Northwest Houston at founder Matt ...
houstonchronicle.com/food-culture/restaurants-bars/article/derby-restaurant-houston-opening-19388442.php
Harris County mosquito season: What you should know: The Harris County Public Health Department combats health risks during mosquito season.
houstonchronicle.com/news/houston-texas/environment/article/mosquito-season-houston-harris-county-19408490.php
How to hire a firm to help protest your Texas property taxes: What to know about the property tax protest process in Texas and what happens if you hire a firm to ...
houstonchronicle.com/news/houston-texas/article/property-tax-protest-companies-texas-19387899.php
Margaret Kay-Alana Turner remains found in woods near Houston TX: The remains of Harris County resident Margaret Kay-Alana Turner have been found in a wooded ...
yourconroenews.com/neighborhood/moco/news/article/margaret-kay-alana-found-19420574.php
Best Galveston TX museum and historical buildings guide: A guide to Galveston's museums, such as the Moody Mansion, Space Center Houston and The Bryan Museum.
houstonchronicle.com/news/houston-texas/article/best-galveston-texas-museum-guide-19415851.php
Why Houston is outpacing NYC, LA, Chicago in population growth: The Houston metro area gained a new resident every four minutes or so in recent years ...
houstonchronicle.com/business/economy/article/houston-population-trends-19385227.php
Houston ranked second-worst for housing very low-income households: While Houston has a reputation for being affordable to people with median incomes ...
houstonchronicle.com/news/houston-texas/housing/article/housing-affordability-extremely-low-incomes-gap-19381367.php
Hidalgo seeks 'change' to Harris County's contract process: Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo argued that the county spends local tax dollars with far less ...
houstonchronicle.com/politics/houston/article/hidalgo-commissioners-contract-award-transparency-19403764.php
Flash fire at Kinder Morgan in Galena Park facility injures 3 workers: Three workers were injured at a flash fire that happened at a Kinder Morgan industrial ...
houstonchronicle.com/news/houston-texas/crime/article/hc041924firekindermorgan-19412496.php
Mother and daughter accused of performing illegal butt injections arrested in sting operation in Texas
nbcnews.com/news/us-news/mother-daughter-arrested-performing-illegal-butt-injections-caught-sti-rcna146540
Flood insurance in Harris County TX: Why it's important: How to prepare for this year's hurricane season across Houston and Harris County ...
houstonchronicle.com/neighborhood/woodlands/article/flood-insurance-houston-hurricane-texas-19410874.php
Man who who shot father, left toddler to die in hot SUV, sentenced: Bolanle Fadairo's shot his friend in an argument over money, then left the man's son ...
houstonchronicle.com/news/houston-texas/crime/article/bolanle-faidairo-sentenced-michael-essien-child-19411949.php
Mother and daughter accused of performing illegal butt injections arrested in sting operation in Texas
nbcnews.com/news/us-news/mother-daughter-arrested-performing-illegal-butt-injections-caught-sti-rcna146540
Wife of a Harris County judge charged with murder in nephew's death: The wife of a Harris County judge has been charged with murder after allegedly shooting her ...
houstonchronicle.com/news/houston-texas/trending/article/mei-huang-wolfe-murder-katy-19389245.php
Texas and Harris County marijuana laws: What to know for 4/20: Texas has not legalized the recreational use of marijuana. What to know for 4/20 and cannabis ...
houstonchronicle.com/news/houston-texas/trending/article/marijuana-possession-law-420-weed-19397753.php
On a winning streak, Ken Paxton just might challenge John Cornyn.: Despite a history of scandal, Ken Paxton is on a winning streak and just might challenge John ...
expressnews.com/opinion/article/ken-paxton-john-cornyn-19385770.php
I-45 rebuild: What to know about the $10B Houston freeway project: As the Interstate-45 rebuild nears, here is what to know about the $10 billion-plus Houston ...
houstonchronicle.com/news/houston-texas/transportation/article/i45-rebuild-txdot-construction-freeways-19363786.php
Texas mom left young kids, 6 and 8, home alone for nearly a week while she vacationed on a cruise: cops
nypost.com/2024/04/14/us-news/texas-mom-left-kids-6-and-8-home-alone-for-nearly-a-week-while-on-a-cruise/
18-wheeler crash leads to diesel fuel spill on North Freeway: Crews are working on a diesel fuel spill in Harris County after a crash involving an 18-wheeler on ...
houstonchronicle.com/news/houston-texas/transportation/article/harris-county-hazmat-hov-lane-19393222.php
How Texas, U.S. county populations are changing: Explore the data: Houston and Dallas metros, especially, have seen enormous growth — the most of any metro in ...
houstonchronicle.com/business/economy/article/texas-counties-population-surge-breakdown-19392093.php
Why Texas Republicans say Democrats shouldn’t lead House committees: Critics say Democratic committee leaders have stonewalled GOP priorities ...
expressnews.com/politics/article/texas-2024-primary-legislature-19399977.php
Hurricane season in Texas: Ranking the worst storms: An active hurricane season is forecast this year thanks in part to the emergence of La Niña ...
houstonchronicle.com/news/houston-weather/article/hurricane-season-in-texas-worst-storms-ranked-19393242.php
Jenna Bush Hager Reveals On 'Today' That Her "Stunned" Father Once Drove His Car Into The Garage After Her Mother Said His Speech "Wasn't Very Good"
decider.com/2024/04/24/jenna-bush-hager-today-father-drove-into-garage-speech-wasnt-very-good/
Houston homeless housing resources: Who qualifies for assistance?: Way Home coordinates with dozens of Houston-area organizations providing homelessness services ...
houstonchronicle.com/news/houston-texas/housing/article/homeless-housing-resources-harris-county-19400267.php
Judge denies Travis Scott's bid to be removed from Astroworld lawsuit: A Harris County Judge on Wednesday decided that Travis Scott will remain as a defendant in ...
houstonchronicle.com/news/houston-texas/houston/article/travis-scott-remains-astroworld-trial-lawsuit-19421331.php
Texas laws on how long you can leave children home alone: A woman allegedly left her kids alone for days. How long can you leave your kids at home alone legally ...
houstonchronicle.com/lifestyle/travel-explore/article/how-long-i-leave-kids-home-alone-texas-19401392.php
Audit: Harris County must improve transparency regarding contracts: The audit calls for Harris County to keep a better paper trail when contracting with ...
houstonchronicle.com/politics/houston/article/harris-county-accountability-report-19398484.php
Handling — And Mishandling — The Iran Nuclear Program| Countercurrents: One, erratic and often unhinged, blew up the U.S.-Iran accord that was the landmark ...
countercurrents.org/2024/04/handling-and-mishandling-the-iran-nuclear-program/
Patients' families seek court order against Memorial Hermann doctor: Patients' families seek court order against Memorial Hermann doctor in organ transplant ...
houstonchronicle.com/health/article/patients-court-order-memorial-hermann-transplant-19418864.php
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