Jovanka Palacios
Jovanka Palacios, a Mexican-American Politics Reporter and Managing Editor at RA's Gun Violence Watch, unveils the Capitol's inner workings. Focused on Public Education and Gun Policies, she passionately advocates for informed dialogue, delivering concise, impactful insights into the intricate political landscape.
Houston ISD Axes Librarians In Controversial Education Overhaul
Under Superintendent Mike Miles’ New Education System, librarians and media specialists will be eliminated from 28 Houston ISD campuses. This change will also impact...
Texans Rally For Safe Schools And Teacher Retention, Not Vouchers
Texans need a special session on education to improve school safety and teacher retention, not to establish a voucher scheme that runs counter to...
Bias Allegations Roil Paxton Trial: Democratic Senators In The Spotlight
The drama surrounding Attorney General Ken Paxton’s impeachment trial continues, as his lawyers have filed a motion seeking the disqualification of three Democratic state...
Texas A&M University President Resigns Amid “DEI Hysteria” Hiring Controversy
In a surprising turn of events, Texas A&M University President M. Katherine Banks announced her resignation from the esteemed position. The decision came just...
Texas’ Wake-Up Call? Four Cities Ranked Among Nation’s Least Educated
In a recent study conducted by the personal finance website WalletHub, the educational landscape of America's 150 largest metropolitan statistical areas (MSAs) was analyzed,...
Rep. Boebert Sparks Outrage As She Discards Memorial Pin Of Slain Fourth-Grader
In a shocking incident at the U.S. Capitol on Tuesday, U.S. Representative Lauren Boebert from Colorado drew widespread criticism after she was caught on...
Troopers Instructed To Push Small Children And Nursing Babies Back Into Rio Grande, Email...
“State troopers are being told to push small children and nursing babies back into Rio Grande,” according to emails from a Department of Public...
After Months Of Infighting, Texas Legislature Passes Record-Breaking Property Tax Cut Deal
After what seemed like an eternity, the Texas Legislature finally passed a record-breaking property tax relief deal brokered by House Speaker Dade Phelan and...
Property Tax Stalemate Ends! Speaker And Lt. Governor Strike Deal
After months of impasse, Speaker of the House Rep. Dade Phelan and Lieutenant Gov. Dan Patrick have jointly announced a property tax deal.The comprehensive...
Harris County Fights Back Against State Law Targeting Elections Office
Harris County, Texas, is taking legal action against a new state law that eliminates its elections office, according to County Attorney Christian Menefee.“The Texas...
