Why many leaders are suggesting Trump is ordained by God after assassination attempt | Texas Monthly
Drawing on biblical concepts, Texas politicians reacted to the shooting by saying the former president is chosen to rule.
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Drawing on biblical concepts, Texas politicians reacted to the shooting by saying the former president is chosen to rule.
According to data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, in the years from 2013 to 2019, Texas averaged 3,614 fatal crashes on its highways. In the years since the pandemic began, that number has jumped considerably: rising to 4,397 for the span from 2021 to 2023. The increase is especially pronounced in urban areas.
A look back at the interesting life of eccentric singer-songwriter, novelist, humorist, and one-time Texas gubernatorial candidate Kinky Friedman, who died Thursday at age 79.
Texas Monthly reports that testing of smokable hemp at eight dispensaries around the state found that all were selling cannabis with potent levels of the psychoactive compound THC.
"The Democratic Party today is not the same party it was when I joined it thirty years ago—it has ticked considerably to the left, while I have moved to the right," Johnson said.
Caviar-topped tacos at AAC?
Washington on the Brazos is located close to the banks of the Brazos River, about halfway between Houston and Austin. This is where Texas became Texas. It is where Texas declared its independence from Mexico in 1836 and was its own country for almost 10 years.
There is a major shift when it comes to marijuana use in the U.S. Researchers say for the first time, more people are using marijuana than alcohol on a daily basis. Marijuana is illegal for recreational use in the state of Texas, but Texans are consuming legal cannabinoid products, including THC. - Texas Monthly
Early voting for the Texas runoff primary elections begins in four days. Sr. Editor for Texas Monthly, Alex Samuels, explains the importance of the runoff elections.
The Dallas Wings have seen an increase in fandom and game attendance following a preseason victory over the Indiana Fever and Caitlin Clark.
It turns out more water wasters are turning up in Texas. Our media partners at Texas Monthly show us how the trend is now rising across the state.
Competitors are vying for a piece of the taco megabusiness.
The Hill Country is one of the biggest locations people are gravitating towards.
There's a new bracket challenge featuring Texas celebrities.
1988, July 4. San Angelo, Texas. Sixteen-year-old Shane Stewart and 18-year-old Sally McNelly went out for the evening. They drove out to the lake, stopped for burgers, and watched the fireworks. They were never seen alive again.
Mimi Swartz, a longtime executive editor at Texas Monthly, explores the ever-increasing popularity of western wear.
There were two overarching themes of this election. The first was Gov. Abbott trying to get school vouchers passed and the second was Ken Paxton engaging in a revenge tour against the members of the Texas House who voted to impeach him.
Democrats say previous legislation failed after former President Donald Trump told lawmakers not to pass the bill. Republicans have said President Biden is to blame for the crisis.
Texas Monthly photographer, Richard Sharum, captures a year inside the City of Dallas' Homicide Unit.
We've heard about powerhouse names like Attorney General Ken Paxton and Gov. Greg Abbott, but have you heard the name Tim Dunn?
The Border Patrol and the Texas Department of Public Safety once cooperated really well. Now, the state and federal governments are clashing over conflicting immigration policies.
Texas Monthly: Colin Allred might not be campaigning much in Texas. It isn't hurting him. A look into the Democratic campaigns for U.S. Senate.
A juror who would help send a man to jail for a crime he didn't commit decides, years later, to take a stand and correct the conviction that she was a part of.
Texas Monthly compares information released in the DOJ report today to the findings released by the state house committee back in 2022.
The story of the Von Erich family is steeped in Texas-sized tragedy.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said he discussed "substantive details" of a Ukraine-Russia peace deal with President Trump's envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner on Christmas.
King Charles III led his family to church on foot ahead of his annual Christmas Day speech that is expected to focus on pilgrimage.
Two foreigners, a local doctor, a tour guide and the pilot were killed in the helicopter crash on Mount Kilimanjaro.
Suze Lopez, a 41-year-old nurse who lives in Bakersfield, California, didn't know she was pregnant with her second child until days before giving birth.
In his first Christmas homily, Pope Leo lamented conditions for Palestinians in Gaza and urged Ukraine and Russia to engage in direct talks to end their wr.
For the second time this season, the Cowboys will have a standalone game on a holiday in front of a national audience.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said he discussed "substantive details" of a Ukraine-Russia peace deal with President Trump's envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner on Christmas.
King Charles III led his family to church on foot ahead of his annual Christmas Day speech that is expected to focus on pilgrimage.
Two foreigners, a local doctor, a tour guide and the pilot were killed in the helicopter crash on Mount Kilimanjaro.
Suze Lopez, a 41-year-old nurse who lives in Bakersfield, California, didn't know she was pregnant with her second child until days before giving birth.
Texas veterans could be at risk of losing the help they need to stay home.
A North Texas couple tracked their stolen airport luggage across Dallas using an AirTag — only to learn police couldn't act on the data alone.
Nearly every day, hundreds of thousands of Texas students board a school bus.
Outdoor sirens are meant to warn Texans of tornadoes and floods. This summer's deadly flooding in Kerr County exposed how vulnerable many communities are, with sirens broken, outdated or missing.
It took Azellia Thompkins nearly a year to watch the video of her attempted suicide in the Scurry County jail. Now, she's hoping others will watch it.
President Trump spent part of Christmas Eve bantering with kids, updating families on NORAD's Santa tracker and reminding one child that the big guy has a "serious appetite."
The Justice Department said the process of releasing the Epstein files may take "a few more weeks" due to the volume of materials.
More say they will probably talk about family or health, rather than politics, as they gather for the holidays.
President Trump said TV broadcast licenses should be revoked if newscasts and late-night shows are almost entirely negative about him and the GOP.
President Trump has overhauled parts of the White House at a sprinter's pace with virtually no oversight, and it appears there is little standing in his way.
Less than two days after Delta Air Lines offered $30,000 to each passenger on board the flight that crashed and flipped in Toronto on Monday afternoon, the company is facing its first two lawsuits in the incident — and they likely won't be the last.
Texas Agricultural Commissioner Sid Miller is calling for a statewide ban on non-water additives, such as fluoride, in the public water system.
Last year, over 16 million vehicles drove on North Texas toll roads without paying, accumulating more than $69 million in unpaid tolls.
Activists are calling for a nationwide boycott of Target stores following the company's decision to roll back its diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives.
Discount store chain Target says it's joining rival Walmart and a number of other prominent American brands in scaling back corporate diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives.
A Georgia family celebrates their first Christmas with baby Anna Claire after life-saving heart surgery at Cook Children's in Fort Worth, a procedure other hospitals wouldn't attempt.
'Tis the season for holiday parties, air travel, and respiratory viruses.
Millions of people with an Affordable Care Act health plan face a massive jump in premiums next year — this chart shows just how much.
It's the Christmas surprise that no one wants to unwrap: a heart attack, and it happens more often than you may realize.
"I don't know how I'm going to pay for this," said one person with an Affordable Care Act plan that will cost her $1,100 a month starting in January.
After years in the making, Texas Instruments' semiconductor factory in Sherman has officially begun production.
Smith and other Main Street businesses complained to Frisco about the impact on business.
Rodeo Dallas, a popular but controversial Deep Ellum nightclub, is getting back in the saddle. In Uptown.
"This is a Texas-sized investment in the future of our great state," Texas Gov. Greg Abbott said in a statement.
American Airlines has announced plans to cut management and support roles, mainly at its headquarters in North Texas.
For the second time this season, the Cowboys will have a standalone game on a holiday in front of a national audience.
Cooper Flagg had 33 points, nine rebounds and nine assists, and Anthony Davis had 31 points and nine rebounds as the Dallas Mavericks beat the Denver Nuggets 131-130.
Dylan Larkin scored the tying goal late in the third period and then got the winner 34 seconds into overtime to rally Detroit Red Wings to a 4-3 victory over the Dallas Stars for their third straight win.
Jason Robertson scored his first goal in 10 career games against Toronto, the last team he had not scored against, and Jake Oettinger made 27 saves for his 16th win as the Dallas Stars beat the Maple Leafs 5-1 on Sunday night.
Trevon Diggs faces an uncertain future with the Dallas Cowboys after a two-month absence that started when he got a concussion in an accident at home.
King Charles III led his family to church on foot ahead of his annual Christmas Day speech that is expected to focus on pilgrimage.
Feeding America's CEO said the organization is "incredibly grateful" for Taylor Swift's large donation.
The singer said an MRI showed a cancerous spot on one of his lungs after he recovered from a lengthy bout of bronchitis.
James Ransone, the actor who played Ziggy Sobotka in the HBO series "The Wire" and appeared in many other TV shows and movies, has died.
Comedian and actor Bowen Yang performed his final sketch on "SNL" Saturday night, after announcing his unexpected mid-season exit from the show.
The Red Bull Flugtag Airshow returned to Las Colinas on Saturday after a 12-year hiatus. Teams are tasked with constructing a flying machine and putting it to the test. It's estimated that around 25,000 people attended the event.
A suspect was taken into custody after an attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder on June 1 in which there were 15 people and a dog who were victims. The suspect threw Molotov cocktails that burned some of the victims, who were part of a march for Israeli hostages.
The Neonatal Intensive Care Unit babies at Texas Health locations across North Texas celebrated Valentine's Day.
As Anthony Davis prepared for his debut game at the AAC, Dallas Mavericks fans took to the arena to protest the controversial trade.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
