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Reynolds Files HB 342 on Cyber-Security Protections for Our Elections

American elections only recently seemed impenetrable: too many different systems, different jurisdictions and different machines, online and offline, to hack. But confidence in the system's invulnerability is eroding after national security officials revealed that during the 2016 presidential race Russian …

Texas Special Legislative Session: What's On the Agenda

School choice, abortion and bathroom access are among Texas Gov. Greg Abbott's agenda items for a special session of the Texas Legislature starting July 18.

Singer Selena's Brother On Texas Most Wanted List

The brother of the late Tejano singer Selena is a wanted man. Abraham Quintanilla III, who goes by "A.B.," is on the 10 most wanted list of fugitives released by the Nueces County Sheriff's Office in Corpus Christi, Texas, for …

Trump Launches 'real news' Facebook Series to Combat Mainstream Media

President Trump has launched a "real news" video series on his Facebook page, part of his longstanding effort to dismiss the news provided by the mainstream media.

Trump Finally Signs Russia Sanctions Bill But Still Lacks Coherent Foreign Policy

Jackson Lee: “Rather than advancing and protecting America’s interests, Mr. Trump seems more concerned with not upsetting Moscow.”

Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee Celebrates 52nd Anniversary of Medicare And Medicaid

Jackson Lee: “Over more than five decades, Medicare and Medicaid have saved countless lives and provided health security to millions of seniors and vulnerable children.”

The Wealthy Republican Donor at the Center of Explosive Fox News Lawsuit

A stunning new lawsuit filed against Fox News has placed the spotlight on a wealthy Republican donor.

Hot Car Deaths Reach Record Numbers in July

As of July 31, the number of children across the United States who have died of heatstroke when left in hot cars was at a record high. This year, 29 children have died of heatstroke after being left in a …

Herb & Body Introduces SMALT - The World's First Interactive Centerpiece and Smart Salt Dispenser

erb & Body today introduced SMALT, the world's first interactive centerpiece and smart salt dispenser designed to enhance the dining experience. With its stylish design, built-in mood-lighting and a Bluetooth speaker to play music, SMALT helps set the perfect ambiance …

Self-Made Successful Entrepreneur, Harold D. Span, Announces Release of New Book

Harold D. Span is pleased to announce the release of his new book, Living in the Shadows of Love and Happiness. Growing up during the time of segregation and limited opportunities for people of color, Harold conquered conditioned fears, always …

Congressional Investigation Into Wasserman Schultz IT Scandal Moves Forward

"Congress is advancing an investigation into a growing scandal surrounding IT staffers working for Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz (D., Fla.), who are accused of stealing sensitive computer equipment from House lawmakers' offices, according to senior congressional sources who told the …

A Coherent Foreign Policy Does Not Exist With The Trump White House

Jackson Lee: “The President needs to stand up to Putin and sign the Sanctions Bill now.”

City Council Approves 5 New Houston First Board Members, Reappoints 3

The Houston First Corporation is pleased to welcome the following new members to its board of directors: Sofia Adrogué, senior counsel at Gray Reed; Elizabeth Gonzalez Brock, director of local relations at CenterPoint Energy; Ryan Martin, associate at Vinson & …

Liquid-filled iPhone Cases Recalled After Reports of Chemical Burns

Nearly 275,000 iPhone cases that contain glitter suspended in liquid are being recalled after reports of leakage that caused burns and skin irritation.

Lawyers' Committee for Civil Rights Under Law Condemns Latest Justice Department Action to Obstruct Work of Civil Rights Division

Today, Kristen Clarke, president and executive director of the Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights Under Law, released the following statement in response to the release of new information signaling efforts to redirect resources of the Justice Department’s Civil Rights Division …