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Texas Grassroots Group Demands State Officials Act on Border Crisis

East Texas (Tyler) – In a statewide press release, Grassroots America, one of the largest conservative organizations in Texas, called on Governor Rick Perry, Lt. Governor David Dewhurst, Attorney General Greg Abbott, and House Speaker Joe Straus to immediately address

Texas Grassroots Group Demands State Officials Act on Border Crisis

Texas Store Accused of Selling Bovine Penis as 'Human Food'

HOUSTON, Texas–A grocery store in Austin, Texas–MT Supermarket–allegedly sold and labeled beef penis, or “pizzle,” as human food. Two of the store’s employees are now facing a civil lawsuit.  According to KXAN News, the Texas Attorney’s Office filed the suit which

Texas Store Accused of Selling Bovine Penis as 'Human Food'

AP: Border Patrol Agents Warned to Stop Talking to Breitbart Texas

WASHINGTON (AP) — The surge in immigrant children caught crossing the southern border in Texas that has dominated headlines and risks becoming a political crisis for President Barack Obama and Congress includes a new threat facing Border Patrol agents: reporters.

AP: Border Patrol Agents Warned to Stop Talking to Breitbart Texas

More from Border 'Insecurity': Texas Taking Charge

The following is an excerpt from Breitbart Texas’ border security expert and contributing editor Sylvia Longmire’s new book, Border Insecurity: Why Big Money, Fences, and Drones Aren’t Making Us Safer: Texas Governor Rick Perry is not a fan of the

More from Border 'Insecurity': Texas Taking Charge

Police: Texas Thief Gets Shot in Anus

24-year-old Dennis Molina had a bad week last week: he got shot in the rear end while allegedly breaking into a vehicle and subsequently was charged with with burglary, according to the San Antonio Express-News.  The incident reportedly occurred at 3 a.m.

Police: Texas Thief Gets Shot in Anus

Longmire: Mexican Military Spillovers Not Uncommon

Breitbart Texas Contributing Editor Sylvia Longmire was featured in a story produced by KVOA-NBC Tucson this week as an analyst in a recent episode involving Mexican soldiers allegedly crossing the border and attacking American citizens. Longmire argued that while such

Longmire: Mexican Military Spillovers Not Uncommon

Texas Lt. Governor Candidates Debate in Houston (Live Stream)

HOUSTON, Texas–Incumbent Texas Lt. Governor David Dewhurst and State Senator Dan Patrick are scheduled to square off before a shared home audience tonight in a debate hosted by the Houston Chronicle and Texas Public Media. The event begins at 7

Texas Lt. Governor Candidates Debate in Houston (Live Stream)

Longmire: Resource Mismanagement Greatest Failure in Border Security

Breitbart Texas Contributing Editor Sylvia Longmire joined Tavis Smiley on PBS recently to discuss her latest book, Border Insecurity and why Washington is unlikely to resolve matters in the short term. The televised interview addressed common myths involving border security

Longmire: Resource Mismanagement Greatest Failure in Border Security

Howard, Lin Lead Rockets Over Blazers 108-98

HOUSTON, TEXAS (AP)–Jeremy Lin was so unhappy with his performance in Houston’s Game 4 loss to Portland that he hardly slept at all after the game. Lin should sleep like a baby after his work in Game 5. Dwight Howard

Howard, Lin Lead Rockets Over Blazers 108-98

Spurs Beats Mavs 109-103, Take 3-2 Series Lead

SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS (AP)–Tony Parker was nursing a sprained left ankle and playing a critical playoff game on no sleep only hours after the birth of his first child. It was the perfect formula for a resurgent performance from the

Spurs Beats Mavs 109-103, Take 3-2 Series Lead

Southwest CEO Vows to Fix On-Time Problem

DALLAS, TEXAS (AP)–Southwest Airlines is falling behind other airlines when it comes to arriving on time, and the carrier plans to tinker with its flight schedule to fix that. CEO Gary Kelly says the airline will add a few minutes

Southwest CEO Vows to Fix On-Time Problem

Sloppy Rangers Routed by A's 12-1 to Finish Sweep

ARLINGTON, TEXAS (AP)–Shortstop Elvis Andrus and left-hander Robbie Ross were gone by the sixth inning on a tough night for them and the Texas Rangers. Yoenis Cespedes and Eric Sogard had two-run hits off Ross in a big third inning

Sloppy Rangers Routed by A's 12-1 to Finish Sweep

Rendon a Triple Shy of the Cycle, Nationals Roll Astros

HOUSTON, TEXAS (AP)–Anthony Rendon finished a triple shy of the cycle and had four hits, Jordan Zimmermann pitched smoothly into the seventh inning and the Washington Nationals beat the Houston Astros 7-0 Wednesday night. Rendon connected for a two-run double

Rendon a Triple Shy of the Cycle, Nationals Roll Astros

Rangers' Perez Loses Scoreless Streak, 9-3 to A's

ARLINGTON, TEXAS (AP)–That impressive scoreless streak for Texas Rangers lefty Martin Perez ended quickly. AL West-leading Oakland scored twice in the first off Perez, who had thrown 26 consecutive scoreless innings his previous three starts. The Athletics never trailed in

Rangers' Perez Loses Scoreless Streak, 9-3 to A's

Gov. Perry Baptized in Same Creek as Sam Houston

AUSTIN, TEXAS (AP)–Gov. Rick Perry has long revered Texas icon Sam Houston and now shares a spiritual connection with one of his political heroes: getting baptized in the same waters. Lucy Nashed confirmed Tuesday. It’s the same rural and rocky

Gov. Perry Baptized in Same Creek as Sam Houston

LaRoche's 2 RBIs Leads Nationals over Astros 4-3

HOUSTON, TEXAS (AP)–The Houston Astros made several moves to improve their bullpen this offseason after it blew a MLB-leading 29 saves last year. So far the revamped group hasn’t helped the Astros hold leads any better than it did in

LaRoche's 2 RBIs Leads Nationals over Astros 4-3

Ginobili, Diaw Help Spurs Get Even with Mavs 93-89

DALLAS, TEXAS (AP)–Boris Diaw’s big third quarter wasn’t enough to hold off a Dallas comeback. The San Antonio veteran’s decisive shot in the final minute was. Diaw hit a go-ahead 3-pointer for the last of his 17 points, Manu Ginobili

Ginobili, Diaw Help Spurs Get Even with Mavs 93-89

Darvish Shortest Outing in Texas' 4-0 Loss to A's

ARLINGTON, TEXAS (AP)–When Yu Darvish walked Oakland’s No. 9 hitter for the second time, Texas Rangers manager Ron Washington went to the mound to get his ace. Darvish was done after 3 1-3 innings, his shortest outing in the major

Darvish Shortest Outing in Texas' 4-0 Loss to A's

Seager's 2 HR Lifts Mariners to 6-5 Comeback Win Over Rangers

SEATTLE, WASH. (AP)–Less than a week ago, nothing was going right for Kyle Seager and the Mariners. Since then Seager just keeps hitting home runs and Seattle has started to see some wins. Seager hit a pair of homers Sunday,

Seager's 2 HR Lifts Mariners to 6-5 Comeback Win Over Rangers

Milone and Athletics Fall Short Against Astros

HOUSTON, TEXAS (AP)–Tommy Milone said he had his best outing of the year Sunday against the Astros. Milone, however, could not get out of the seventh. Collin McHugh allowed two hits over 8 2-3 stellar innings as Houston beat the

Milone and Athletics Fall Short Against Astros

Blazers Push Past Rockets in OT for 3-1 Series Lead

PORTLAND, ORE. (AP)–There was some shouting going on in the Trail Blazers’ locker room after they fell behind by 10 points at halftime to the Rockets. Up 2-1 in their first playoff series since 2011, the Blazers didn’t want to

Blazers Push Past Rockets in OT for 3-1 Series Lead

Texas-Based Gulf Cartel Operative Gets Life Sentence

38-year-old Daniel Nuñez, also known as “El Comandante,” was sentenced to life in prison for drug conspiracy and money laundering.  Nuñez had strong ties to the notorious Gulf Cartel.  The Gulf Cartel reportedly arranged the transporting of drugs from Mexico to

Texas-Based Gulf Cartel Operative Gets Life Sentence

Justin Smoak, Mariners Rally for 6-5 Win Over Rangers

SEATTLE, WASH. (AP)–Justin Smoak hit a go-ahead double in the eighth inning and saved the game with a diving catch in the ninth, leading the Seattle Mariners to a 6-5 victory over the Texas Rangers on Friday night. Robinson Cano

Justin Smoak, Mariners Rally for 6-5 Win Over Rangers

Oakland Downs Astros Again 12-5

HOUSTON, TEXAS (AP)–Oakland’s offense went cold after the A’s jumped out to an early lead against Houston on Friday night. When they finally rediscovered it in the ninth inning, almost everybody got in on the action. Daric Barton and Josh

Oakland Downs Astros Again 12-5

Daniels' 3 Sends Rockets Over Blazers 121-116

PORTLAND, OREGON (AP)–Troy Daniels hit a 3-pointer with 11.9 seconds left and the Houston Rockets narrowed Portland’s first-round playoff advantage to 2-1 with a 121-116 overtime victory over the Trail Blazers on Friday night. James Harden broke out of a

Daniels' 3 Sends Rockets Over Blazers 121-116

Errors, Pitching Doom Astros in 10-1 Loss to A's

HOUSTON, TEXAS (AP)–The Houston Astros made five errors, gave up 10 runs and had a pitcher ejected Thursday night against the Oakland Athletics. And all that came before Oakland’s Jed Lowrie called them out after the 10-1 win by the

Errors, Pitching Doom Astros in 10-1 Loss to A's

Southwest Airlines Posts a Record 1Q Profit

DALLAS, TEXAS (AP)– Southwest Airlines says it made a record $152 million in the first quarter, more than doubling the $59 million profit it had during the same time last year. The strong profit during a time of year that

Southwest Airlines Posts a Record 1Q Profit

American Airlines Swings to $480M 1Q Profit

DALLAS, TEXAS (AP)–American Airlines is making money again and beating expectations after its merger with US Airways. The company posted earnings of $480 million Thursday, a record for the first quarter, which is usually the weakest three-month period for airlines

American Airlines Swings to $480M 1Q Profit

Aldridge Scores 43, Lifts Blazers Over Rockets for 2-0 Lead

HOUSTON, TEXAS (AP)–LaMarcus Aldridge’s son JJ, who turned 5 on Wednesday, texted him after the Portland Trail Blazers’ playoff win and told him he looked like Spider-Man on one of his dunks. To the Houston Rockets the Portland star probably

Aldridge Scores 43, Lifts Blazers Over Rockets for 2-0 Lead

Mavs Roll Past Spurs 113-92, Even Series at 1-1

SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS (AP)–Blowing their playoff opener turned out to be great therapy for the Dallas Mavericks. Eighth-seeded Dallas rolled to a 113-92 victory over San Antonio on Wednesday night, snapping a 10-game skid against the Spurs and evening their

Mavs Roll Past Spurs 113-92, Even Series at 1-1

Perez Help Rangers Sweep A's with 3-0 Win

OAKLAND, CALIF.–With the Texas rotation ravaged by injuries early in the season, Martin Perez has more than filled the void. Perez pitched his second consecutive shutout to extend his scoreless innings streak to 26 and the Texas Rangers wrapped up

Perez Help Rangers Sweep A's with 3-0 Win

Astros Fail to Sweep Seattle, Fall 5-3 in 9th

SEATTLE, WASH. (AP)–Josh Fields knew he wasn’t as sharp as the previous two nights, when he saved games against the Mariners. Kyle Seager noticed, as well, jumping on a first-pitch fastball and ending Houston’s hope of sweeping Seattle. “As soon

Astros Fail to Sweep Seattle, Fall 5-3 in 9th

Rangers Rally for Two Runs in Ninth to Beat A's

OAKLAND, CA. (AP)–Michael Choice acknowledged it was an extra special victory. Playing against his former team, and leading off for the first time with his new squad, Choice had to smile. Choice singled in the go-ahead run in the ninth

Rangers Rally for Two Runs in Ninth to Beat A's

McHugh Strikes Out 12 as Astros Beat Seattle 5-2

SEATTLE, WASH. (AP)–Collin McHugh didn’t know he was starting Tuesday until late the night before. When he took the mound, he surprised just about everyone with his performance. McHugh struck out a career-high 12 in his season debut to lead

McHugh Strikes Out 12 as Astros Beat Seattle 5-2

Athletics Surrender Early Lead, Lose to Rangers

OAKLAND, CALIFORNIA (AP)–The Oakland Athletics had jumped out to an early lead against Yu Darvish, a pitcher they have owned of late. Looking to build off a weekend sweep of the Astros, the A’s couldn’t hold their lead and lost

Athletics Surrender Early Lead, Lose to Rangers

Texas Nonprofit Search Group Sues FAA Over Drone Ban

HOUSTON, TEXAS (AP)–A Texas-based group involved in searches for missing persons around the nation filed a lawsuit on Monday asking a federal court to set aside an order that prohibits the nonprofit from employing drones in its work. Texas EquuSearch

Texas Nonprofit Search Group Sues FAA Over Drone Ban

Dominguez Homers to Lead Astros Over Mariners

SEATTLE, WASHINGTON (AP)–Lloyd McClendon has exhibited patience during the young season and he’s not deviating from that approach. Not even as the Seattle Mariners saw their losing streak reach seven games on Monday night, courtesy of a 7-2 loss to the

Dominguez Homers to Lead Astros Over Mariners