A judge in Dallas sparks an intense debate over gay marriage by refusing to perform marriages for straight couples. Texas law prohibits gay marriage and Judge Tonya Parker says that until that changes, she’ll be performing no marriages.
Is it Halftime for Romney in His Home State? AUDIO
Longtime political strategist in Texas, Jason Stanford, thinks there’s still time for Mitt Romney to turn things around in Michigan, but he’s got some serious challenges posed by the recent “Santorum Surge.”
Michael Berry’s Accuser: HPD Hasn’t Contacted Me, Will Sue if No Charges Are Filed AUDIO
Despite reports that HPD is circling back in their investigation of what happened the night Michael Berry is accused in a hit-and-run outside a gay bar, the accuser says the cops haven’t reached out to him.
Educators and Parents Rejoice Over STAAR Delay AUDIO
I have heard from parents all over Texas who say they’re thrilled, tickled pink (however you want to say excited) that the STAAR exam won’t count for 15% of their child’s grade this year.
Sunday Morning Conversations: Chris Matthews
When Chris Matthews called into the show on News 92 FM this week, I started out by giving him a hard time and telling him I would interview him the way he interviews people.
Tom Leppert: The News 92 FM Interview
As part of the best election coverage on Houston radio, our conversations with US Senate candidates continue with former Dallas Mayor Tom Leppert.
Frequent Target of Michael Berry Declines to Comment on His Troubles AUDIO
KTRH radio talk show host Michael Berry is accused of doing damage to a bouncer’s car at a gay bar in the Montrose and HPD tells us they’re investigating it as a possible situation where the driver at fault may have left the scene without exchanging information. Failure to do so would be a misdemeanor […]
Former Prosecutor: Harris County DA in a No-Win Scenario
Embattled Harris County District Attorney Pat Lykos walked out of her own press conference yesterday as reporters attemped to question her over the problems surrounding her office. She’s under fire because of allegations about her office investigating grand jurors investigating her. Confused yet?
Birth Control Regulation Popular AUDIO
The fight between the Catholic Church, social conservatives and President Obama over birth control seems to be a winning battle for the president.
Border Fence Puts Texas Wildlife at Risk
It seems to be the environment and beautiful wildlife versus the way the government is handling border security in parts of South Texas.
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Scott Braddock is a journalist and political analyst based in Austin.
