Texas Speaker Gives Vague Apology for ‘Hurtful’ Things Said
The Texas House speaker is apologizing to lawmakers for "embarrassing" and "hurtful" things he said on a secretly-recorded conversation with a hardline conservative activist.
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Authorities: Missing Texas Man Was Eaten by His Own Dogs
The aggressive dogs stopped the family from entering the victim's property, and posed problems for deputies.
Did Beto O’Rourke’s Staff Use Campaign Money to Help Migrants in El Paso?
A controversial right-wing activist published yet another "sting" video which left out significant relevant information.
Does Texas Law Prevent Women from Voting Due to ID Requirements?
A years-old meme exaggerates the consequences of a controversial voter ID law.
Trailing in Polls, O’Rourke Lays into Cruz in Texas Debate
Democrat Beto O'Rourke abandoned his usual message of unity and optimism and laid into Ted Cruz, hoping to reverse polls that show him fading against the Republican incumbent.
Officials: 4 Men Remain Missing in West Texas Flooding
Rescue crews in boats and helicopters are searching for several people missing since heavy rain washed away a recreational vehicle park in a small West Texas city.
Flyers Found on Texas Police Cars Test Negative for Fentanyl
One officer reportedly became ill after coming into contact with a paper printed with information from a group alleging covert government mind-control operations.
South Texas Deputy Arrested on Allegation of Child Sexual Assault
The sheriff's deputy threatened the child's mother with deportation if she reported him, authorities said.
5 Dead After SUV Chased by Border Patrol Crashes in South Texas
The incident comes amid heightened tensions over the treatment of immigrants at the southern border.
Did Bernie Sanders Support Dumping Nuclear Waste in a ‘Poor Latino Community’?
A conservative group's Facebook meme gets some basic facts right but leaves out important context.
Conspiracy Hoaxer ‘Side Thorn’ Arrested on Federal Weapons Charge
Robert Ussery, who has for months harassed victims and loved ones of the Sutherland Springs church shooting, was once again taken into custody.
Conspiracy Theories Immediately Appear After Santa Fe School Shooting
Some inevitably claimed the Friday morning attack was a "false flag," while others rushed to conclusions about the suspect's motivations.
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Was a Florida Man Arrested for Tranquilizing and Raping Alligators in the Everglades?
Drugging up and performing sex acts on dangerous reptiles is probably not an advisable means for getting one's kicks.
Did Pelosi Use $15,000 Worth of Pens to Sign Articles of Impeachment?
The tradition of using multiple pens to sign important legislation, and then giving those pens to the people involved, has been practiced by politicians for decades.
Will Aaron Hernandez’s Family Receive $15 Million from the NFL?
Aaron Hernandez's conviction could be vacated under the obscure legal doctrine of abatement ab initio, but that won't necessarily entitle his family to millions of dollars.
Is the EPA Allowing for the Approval of New Asbestos-Containing Products?
The Environmental Protection Agency will be allowing for potential new uses of asbestos, while limiting the scope of studies that assess its risk.
Was Rapper YNW Melly Stabbed to Death in Prison?
Rumors of the rapper's demise spread in December 2019 after posts on "prank" news websites.