Politics
Texas leaders direct agencies to cut base budget requests
Texas' top three elected leaders direct state agencies and public higher education institutions to reduce their base budget requests by 3% for the 2028-29 budget cycle.
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U.S. Rep. Vicente Gonzalez takes steps to prevent renaming Boca Chica Beach
U.S. Rep. Vicente Gonzalez is working to prevent the renaming of Boca Chica Beach in South Texas.
Read moreTaylor mayor offers apology, citya to host meetings about development codes
Taylor Mayor Jim Buzan apologizes for prematurely releasing a city statement about development code changes related to a proposed data center before a public City Council meeting.
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Texas lawmakers call for audit of state's broadband grant funding
Texas state lawmakers request an audit of the Broadband Development Office following allegations it favored satellite companies in distributing over $5 billion in grants.
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Ken Paxton ends press conference after reporters press him on real estate transactions, alleged voter fraud
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton ended a press conference early after reporters questioned him about real estate holdings and alleged voter fraud allegations.
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ICE in Texas: Faith community calls on state leaders to end violence
Faith communities in Texas are calling on Governor Greg Abbott and state legislative leaders to implement oversight of ICE activities and end violent immigration enforcement practices.
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Texas Attorney General orders City of Conroe to release some information about Flock cameras
Texas Attorney General orders City of Conroe to release documents about Flock cameras that a resident had requested.
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Bellaire High School student detained by ICE at Houston airport released from detention
An 18-year-old Bellaire High School student from Russia was released from ICE detention at Houston's Hobby Airport after intervention by Congresswoman Lizzie Fletcher's office.
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Commissioners Appoint Thomas as Constable
Brown County Commissioners Court appointed Harold Thomas as Constable for Precinct 4, filling the position vacated by Mike Isbell's retirement.
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Kimble, Mason, and Menard Counties added to Major Disaster Declaration for Public Assistance from FEMA
Kimble, Mason, and Menard counties in Texas have been added to President Trump's Major Disaster Declaration for FEMA public assistance.
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College Station council to revisit $250,000 Plug and Play funding agreement
College Station City Council is reconsidering its $250,000 annual funding agreement with Plug and Play tech incubator following discussions during July budget workshops.
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Laredo reaffirms border security stance, defends Rio Grande advocacy
The City of Laredo reaffirmed its commitment to border security and Rio Grande protection while defending its handling of a federal border infrastructure review.
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Lubbock County compensation study shows mixed results, as budget workshops continue
Lubbock County's compensation study reveals that county salaries are competitive in some areas but lag behind market rates for public safety and professional positions.
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Midland elected official calls for County Judge Terry Johnson's resignation
Midland elected official Brandon W. Hodges calls for County Judge Terry Johnson's resignation, alleging Johnson violated public trust by releasing a citizen's sensitive personal information.
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City, county to address disaster declarations
Uvalde city and county governments will hold special meetings this week to discuss flood recovery and disaster declarations.
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Paxton calls Talarico 'anti-law enforcement' at Fort Worth campaign event
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton criticized Senate opponent James Talarico as anti-law enforcement at a Fort Worth campaign event attended by county sheriffs.
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Paxton, Talarico face tough questions in Fort Worth about issues that have emerged in Texas Senate race
Republican Ken Paxton and Democrat James Talarico face political challenges as they remain in a dead heat for the Texas Senate race, with Talarico criticized for lack of Black community support and Paxton facing unspecified reports of controversy.
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Delta 8, other THC products to be banned in Texas starting July 31
Texas will ban Delta 8 and other THC products starting July 31 under new state restrictions.
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El Paso city rep candidate Arturo Alluin spent campaign funds on clothes, his own restaurants
El Paso City Council candidate Arturo Alluin spent thousands of campaign funds on clothing and restaurants, raising legal and ethical questions about the expenditures.
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Congressman Gonzalez introduces bill to protect renaming of Boca Chica Beach
U.S. Rep. Vicente Gonzalez introduces federal legislation to protect Boca Chica Beach from unnecessary renaming and increase transparency in the naming process.
Read moreUS Rep. Gonzalez introduces bill to protect Boca Chica Beach's name
U.S. Rep. Vicente Gonzalez introduces legislation to protect Boca Chica Beach from name changes.
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Early voting locations for Lubbock City Council District 4 runoff election
Early voting for Lubbock City Council District 4 runoff election begins Monday, July 20, 2026, and continues through July 28, 2026.
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Smith County Republican chair shares passion for politics, orchestra
David Stein, Chair of the Smith County Republican Party, is profiled for his leadership in local party organization and community involvement in East Texas.
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New Braunfels Utilities looks to amend drought contingency plan
New Braunfels Utilities presented amendments to the city's drought contingency plan during a special City Council session.
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