Austin Implements Oversight Measures Following Spending Investigation
City officials have begun training staff, tracking expenses and preparing public spending reports after scrutiny of taxpayer-funded spending.
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Abbott embraces 'Governor Hot Wheels,' as elephant steals the show at Texas GOP convention
Greg Abbott embraced an old insult, Ken Paxton coined a new one and an elephant left an unforgettable impression in Houston.
A ban on IVF and Sharia law: Here's the Texas GOP platform
A look at some of the top legislative priorities from the Republican state convention.
Austin ethics panel rejects complaint against council member's
Commissioners voted 4-2 not to advance allegations that campaign contributions exceeded Austin's legal limits.
Yeti Co-Founder Tied to Big Bend Ranch Aiding Border Wall Construction
Public records connect Ryan Seiders to Moody Bennett Ranch. Officials say the ranch granted approval for border wall construction through its Big Bend property.
Paxton ordered to drop suit against Democratic fundraising arm ActBlue
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton filed the lawsuit to boost his U.S. Senate campaign, ruled U.S. District Judge Richard Stearns.
Trump Administration Bypasses Environmental Laws for Border Projects in Big Bend Region
The Trump administration bypasses federal environmental laws to hasten border barrier projects in West Texas, including areas in and around Big Bend National Park and Big Bend Ranch State Park.
Trump Administration Warns Hospitals Over Lack of Price Transparency
Over 500 hospitals have been warned by the Trump administration for failing to provide adequate pricing information, with Texas having the most hospitals on the list.
James Talarico cheers on Spurs at Austin bar during NBA Finals
State Rep. James Talarico, a U.S. Senate candidate, joined Spurs fans at an East Austin bar during Game 3 of the NBA Finals.
Hays County Considers Data Center Pause Over Water Concerns
County leaders will vote on a proposed 180-day pause for some high-water-use developments, including data centers.
Texas Gubernatorial Candidate Hinojosa Vows to End School District Takeovers
Texas gubernatorial candidate Rep. Gina Hinojosa announced her plans to end state takeovers of local school districts and change how Texas evaluates schools.
Ken Paxton Defense Lawyer Backs Democrat James Talarico for Senate
Attorney Dan Cogdell says the Republican nominee for U.S. Senate has "lost sight" of his duty to represent the people of Texas.
Why Texans Could See Smaller Social Security Checks by 2032
A new analysis estimates Texans could see Social Security checks reduced by about $500 a month if the program’s trust fund becomes insolvent.
Jane Nelson's political legacy in the Texas Capitol
Jane Nelson helped shape education, health care and state budgets during more than three decades in public office.
Austin reviews communications spending amid $26M budget shortfall
A new report finds Austin's communications work is decentralized, with 176 staffers and $10.4M in spending over two fiscal years.
Texas' fight over in-state tuition for noncitizens goes to court
Texas Dream Act supporters want the court to reinstate the law that guaranteed in-state tuition for students, regardless of their legal status.
Texas court weighs Infowars net worth in Alex Jones case
A Texas judge weighs Infowars finances as appeals, receivership and Sandy Hook judgments collide.
Austin Cesar Chavez Street renaming could cost $1.2 million
Austin staff estimate renaming the thoroughfare would cost $423,700 to $1.2 million as the city embarks on a monthslong public input process.
Travis County election results: Morales leads in commissioner race
George Morales III took a sizable early lead over Susanna Ledesma-Woody for the Precinct 4 spot on the Travis County Commissioners Court in Tuesday's Democratic
Labor advocate leads Austin council member for Gina Hinojosa's seat
Montserrat Garibay and Kathie Tovo are running to take over state Rep. Gina Hinojosa's Texas House seat.