Texas

Will Houston Finally Have a Latino US House Member?

Major change is on the horizon for Houston. Latino candidate Adrian Garcia confirms his intention to make a bid for the House seat and challenge longstanding Rep. Gene Green. This marks the first time a Latino becomes a House member for this largely Hispanic city in Texas.

Did Ted Cruz Just Fire His Spokesman Over Marco Rubio?

Senator Ted Cruz fired his spokesperson Rick Tyler for publishing an implicating video of his fellow candidate as other presidential hopefuls accuse the Texas lawmaker of doing “anything to get elected.”

Free Google Fiber Internet to be Offered to Poor Communities

Low-income households in Kansas are receiving a late holiday present from Google. Last summer, Google has stated that it would play a big part in the White House's pilot project known as ConnectHome, a program that aims to provide internet connections to about 275,000 low-income households across the country.

Anti-Abortion Activists Indicted in Planned Parenthood Sting Videos Case

A grand jury in Texas indicted two members of the anti-abortion group that leaked undercover sting videos last summer purporting to show Planned Parenthood workers selling aborted fetal tissue for profit.

The Best Places for Young Latinos Today

Where in the United States can young Latinos thrive and have better chances of being successful? Where in the United States can young Latinos thrive and have better chances of being successful? Based on housing and occupational data provided by Forbes and NBC Universo, the following cities are your best bets for the achievement of your personal goals.

Texas Women Pawning Wedding Rings, Personal Items to Fund Abortion Care Needs?

Due to the strict abortion policies in Texas, more than half of the clinics in the state were forced to close.

Pope Francis Monitoring Case of Texas Man on Death Row

According to a cardinal, Pope Francis has taken interest in the case of a man whose execution has been scheduled this week.

Mardi Gras! Galveston 2016: Parade Schedule of Texas’ Largest Mardi Gras Celebration for January

The Galveston Mardi Gras!, one of the most awaited traditions in Texas, will return to the island this February. This year's 105th celebration of Galveston's Mardi Gras! will take place January 29- February 9 with dazzling dancers, high-stepping marching bands and flashy floats. The celebration will also feature 22 parades, almost 3 million beads and other trinkets to throngs that will surely give every visitor a big all-consuming experience once again.

Texas Attorney General Announces New Unit to Fight Human Trafficking

Attorney General Ken Paxton of Texas announced the launch of Human Trafficking and Transnational Organized Crime unit (HTTOC), a new unit focused on combating human trafficking on Thursday.

Texas Construction Worker Wins New Mexico Lottery, Becomes Instant Millionaire

A construction worker from Texas who currently works in Loving, New Mexico had just been named as one of the newest millionaires after winning a Powerball lottery. Jose Sarabia earlier this week finally received the check that had a $2 million amount after visiting the lottery headquarters to claim his prize.

'Affluenza' Mom Seeks Bail Reduction, Court Orders Psychological Exam

The mother of fugitive Texas teenager Ethan Couch is seeking a reduction of her $1 million bond after being charged with hindering the apprehension of a felon in the headline-grabbing "affluenza" case.

Mother of 'Affluenza' Teen Ethan Couch Takes Out $30,000 from Bank Account and Flees to Mexico With Son

A recent development on the cases of "Affluenza" teen Ethan Couch and his mother, Tonya Couch was reported showing that Tonya apparently took out $30,000 from her bank account before escaping to Mexico with his son weeks before their arrest.

Sandra Bland Arresting Texas State Trooper Charged With Perjury

The Texas state trooper involved in Sandra Bland's confrontational arrest three days before she was found dead in a cell at the Waller County jail last summer has been indicted on a perjury charge.

Ted Cruz for President 2016 Campaign: Latino Candidate Uses Personality, 'Outsider' Status Into Advantage

His Senate colleague Lindsey Graham has called Ted Cruz "an opportunist" who talks "garbage," and the Texas senator and Tea Party favorite seems to have had a hard time making friends in Congress from the very beginning.

Newborn Baby Among Fatalities from Texas Tornadoes

Last weekend was one of the most horrible for the small town of Blue Ridge in Texas when a suspected EF-0 tornado hit the local Collin County, killing 11 people including a newborn baby and recording dozens of injured individuals.

Texas 'Affluenza' Teen on Run for Probation Violation

The Texas teenager involved in the infamous "affluenza" case, which drew nationwide attention two years ago, has gone missing, a district attorney's spokesperson said Tuesday.

Sandra Bland Case: No Indictment by Grand Jury

A Texas grand jury decided not to indict anyone in connection with the jailhouse death of Sarah Bland, a prosecutor confirmed Monday.

Chicago Bulls Guard Mike Dunleavy Jr. Says Hello to a Lincoln Park Home Worth $3.85M

NBA veteran Mike Dunleavy Jr. acquires a home in their team's territory. Chicago Bulls guard Mike Dunleavy Jr. says hello to a Lincoln Park Home.

Saul Alvarez vs Gennady Golovkin Fight: 'Triple G' to Face 'Canelo' in Texas in February or March?

Will the Saul Alvarez vs. Gennady Golovkin bout happen early next year? There are talks that "Triple G" is fighting in Texas in February or March. Is it with "Canelo?"

Dozens of Migrants Found Dead in South Texas County

Dozens of migrants have been found dead on the ranch lands of the small South Texas county of Brooks

Thanksgiving Winter Storm 2015: Floods Kills 4 People in Texas; Forecast for Oklahoma and Arkansas

A deadly winter storm continues to sweep through parts of Texas, Oklahoma and Arkansas, resulting in dozens of car accidents and at least four deaths over the holiday weekend.