Get all your news in one place.

100’s of premium titles.
One app.

Get all your news in one place.

100’s of premium titles. One news app.

The Latest Breaking News from Dan Patrick

Abbott’s Bail Agenda Could Swell Texas Jails, Test U.S. Constitution

Republicans want to double down on a system that can keep Texans in jail for years without a trial, while attacking bail funds that try to help.

Texas Observer

Texas poised to ask voters to approve $3 billion to study dementia

The measure was briefly delayed by Democrats’ efforts to block the voucher program, but eventually passed with bipartisan support.

The Texas Tribune

Bill to create dementia research institute approved in House, but could face $3 billion funding hurdle

Some Republicans have bristled at the hefty cost of the bill, and Democrats could reject the funding for it over the school voucher dispute.

The Texas Tribune

From analysis to the latest developments in health,
read the most diverse news in one place.

Abbott signs first bill of session into law, creating a Texas DOGE

The first bill to reach Abbott’s desk this session creates a regulation-cutting state agency under the purview of the governor. It was passed with bipartisan supermajorities.

The Texas Tribune

It’s a Long Way to the Top (if You Wanna Oust the Pols)

The Texas GOP’s dominance of the 21st Century has been marked by entrenchment in the highest offices. Is that changing?

Texas Observer

WATCH: One league insider believes Giannis Antetokounmpo will not finish his career in Milwaukee

WATCH: One league insider believes Giannis Antetokounmpo will not finish his career in Milwaukee.

Basketball Insiders

League insiders claim Trae Young wants to remain with the Hawks despite speculation

League insiders claim Trae Young wants to remain with the Hawks despite speculation. He just finished his 7th season with Atlanta.

Basketball Insiders

Read news from The Economist, FT, and more,
with one subscription

Why Texas Republicans are trying to rein in high home prices and rents

There’s political urgency for Republicans to deal with housing affordability, especially as surveys find most Texans say housing costs are a top concern.

The Texas Tribune

Dan Patrick endorses Texas House’s voucher plan, clearing path to final approval

The lieutenant governor proposes that the Texas Senate adopt the House bill, which would eliminate a negotiation over the two versions and cement the victory for supporters.

The Texas Tribune

Texas hemp farmers fear full THC ban would nip industry in the bud

As lawmakers work to close loopholes that allow minors access to cannabis consumables, hemp farmers warn a total THC ban would strangle a once-hailed crop.

The Texas Tribune

Texas House approves push to award Attorney General Ken Paxton back pay

The vote instructs lawmakers who are negotiating a budget with the Senate to advocate for awarding Paxton the salary he missed while impeached over corruption allegations.

The Texas Tribune

Trump’s AI infrastructure plans could face delays due to Texas Republicans

Republican-controlled state house poised to pass legislation that imposes regulatory hurdles on data centers

The Guardian - US

Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick announces he’s running for fourth term

President Donald Trump offered an endorsement of Patrick on Truth Social.

The Texas Tribune

Texas plans to spend $51 billion on property tax cuts. It may not be sustainable.

State budget watchers — and some Republicans — worry Texas is spending too much on property tax cuts.

The Texas Tribune

Get all your
news in one place.

100’s of premium titles.
One news app.

The Texas Tribune

Bill to create a Texas Homeland Security Division passes state Senate

Senate Bill 36, a priority bill for Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick, would create an office within the Department of Public Safety focused on immigration enforcement, organized crime and threats to state infrastructure.

The Texas Tribune

Sales tax receipts will be closely watched as Texas tracks economic jolt of tariffs

As the Texas House prepares to vote on the budget, officials and other experts monitor national policy and state tax revenue.

The Texas Tribune

Budget day in the House: Texas lawmakers approve $337 billion spending plan

Among the hundreds of amendments were ones that focused on school vouchers, the attorney general’s office and the Texas Lottery.

Texas Observer

Texas House Weighs How to Get Harsh on Hemp

Industry advocates warn against bills that would ban or otherwise restrict many legal THC products.

Get all your
news in one place.

100’s of premium titles.
One news app.

Sports Illustrated

Geno Auriemma Had Refreshingly Honest Quote About Retirement After UConn’s Title Win

The Huskies coach just won his 12th national championship on Sunday.

Basketball Insiders

Dan Hurley, Unfiltered and Reflective:

Dan Hurley appeared on the Dan Patrick show and displayed some remorse for some of his on-court outbursts to officials and others this season.

The Sports Daily

X reacts to Blue Jays signing Guerrero Jr. 14 years, $500 million

X reacts to Blue Jays signing Vladimir Guerrero Jr. 14 years, $500 million. He is the third highest paid player in MLB.

Texas Observer

‘It’s About Censorship, Erasure, and Control’: the GOP’s Push for Parental Rights

It’s part of a new right-wing project to control public schools.

The Texas Tribune

The Dan Patrick Show: How to build an audience — and political power

In an interview, the lieutenant governor talks about his recent pop-up investigations and how he uses storytelling to make a political point.

The Texas Tribune

Officer previously accused of excessive force confirmed for state board by Texas Senate

One Senate Democrat joined Republicans, providing the margin needed to approve Justin Berry to the state law-enforcement board.

Sports Illustrated

Kevin Love Reacts to Dan Patrick Saying Cooper Flagg Having His Career Would Be Disappointing

Dan Patrick didn’t slight Cooper Flagg or Kevin Love by comparing them.

1 2 3 4 5

People

Giannis Antetokounmpo

From analysis to the latest developments in health,
read the most diverse news in one place.

Organisations

Major League Baseball

Read news from The Economist, FT, and more,
with one subscription

Topics

Places

Fourteen days free

Download the app

One app. One membership.
100+ trusted global sources.