Photo courtesy of Fox 4 News AUSTIN – Rep. Dustin Burrows (R-Lubbock) has been elected as the 77th Speaker of the Texas House of Representatives, securing bipartisan support in a pivotal vote on Tuesday. Burrows, a close ally of former House Speaker Dade Phelan, garnered an 85-55 victory over Rep. David Cook (R-Mansfield). The Lubbock…… MORE
Photo from Deposit Photos Hamas has agreed to a draft proposal for a ceasefire in the Gaza Strip, along with the release of dozens of hostages, according to two officials involved in the negotiations. The proposal represents a significant step forward in ongoing talks, although final approval will require endorsement by the Israeli Cabinet. Framework…… MORE