Texas Republicans see 2026 opening as poll shows faint economic uptick
A Texas Politics Project survey finds GOP leaders and President Donald Trump underwater on approval, even as economic confidence shows modest improvement.
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Ken Paxton sues Texas DPS over religious ads ban in handbook
The current version of the Texas Drivers Handbook doesn't contain any ads. The lawsuit was filed in Travis County District Court this week.
Live updates: Day 3 of Austin protests over fatal ICE shooting
Protests continue in Austin as demonstrators demand justice after Renee Nicole Good was killed by an ICE agent on Wednesday.
Rachel Cooke went missing in Texas 24 years ago. She was never found
The 19-year-old was visiting her parents in Georgetown for winter break when she went missing on Jan. 10, 2002. The case remains unsolved.
Live: Austin anti-ICE protests continue days after fatal shooting
Protesters gathered at the Texas Capitol for a second night demanding justice for Renee Nicole Good, who was killed by an ICE agent in Minneapolis.
Car crashes into San Marcos apartment building, sparks viral police post
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Chito Vela named Austin mayor pro tem — what it means
Council Member Chito Vela became Austin’s mayor pro tem Jan. 1, succeeding Vanessa Fuentes; here’s what the role does and his priorities.
Austin protesters demand justice after deadly ICE shooting
Protesters gathered in Austin and Pflugerville to demand justice after a woman was killed by an Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent in Minneapolis.
Threat involving 3 Austin elementary schools originated outside U.S.
Austin officials say a threat involving three elementary schools originated outside the country.
Austin-Area Protests Erupt After ICE Shooting in Minneapolis
Protesters gathered in Austin and at the ICE facility in Pflugerville to demand justice for a Minneapolis woman killed by an ICE agent earlier this week.
Fredericksburg plane crash kills one, sparks federal probe
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Texas flu levels 'very high' amid new strain: Flu vs COVID symptoms
CDC data shows flu activity is at “very high” levels in Texas, driven by an H3N2 subtype, with children ages 5–11 seeing the highest ER visit rates.
Austin Protests Erupt After ICE Kills Woman in Minneapolis
Rallies planned around the Austin area will focus on the death of Renee Nicole Good, a Minneapolis resident who was shot and killed by ICE Wednesday morning.
Kentucky police link Austin yogurt shop killer to 1998 homicide
Police say Robert Eugene Brashers, who killed four girls in Austin’s 1991 yogurt shop murders, has been linked to a 1998 Kentucky cold case through DNA.
Lubbock records Texas' first Safe Haven Baby Box surrender
The child will receive any necessary medical care before being placed in the custody of the Department of Family and Protective Services.
9 best Texas winter destinations for warm-weather lovers
From Austin to Houston, Texas cities rank among the best winter getaways for travelers seeking warmth, value and convenience.
Texas back as most popular state to move to in U-Haul’s 2025 list
U-Haul’s 2025 rankings show Texas reclaiming its spot as the most popular destination for people moving across state lines.
Kura Revolving Sushi coming to Pflugerville, Sunset Valley
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Uvalde officer trial: 5 key things to know in the Adrian Gonzales case
Ex-Uvalde officer Adrian Gonzales faces 29 counts over the Robb Elementary response; here’s what to know as the Corpus Christi trial begins.
Texas agriculture officials warn of unsolicited mystery seeds in mail
Texas agriculture officials warn: don't plant unsolicited mystery seed packages; report to TDA as 1,101 packs gathered statewide.