$440M Hill Country Road Bond Voided After Judge Rules Open Meetings Violation
Judge rules Hays County violated Texas open meetings laws ahead of the election. County Judge Ruben Becerra says he is "not inclined to appeal."
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Retired Houston Astronaut Terry Virts Enters 2026 Senate Race Against Cornyn
Retired astronaut Terry Virts announces Democratic bid for U.S. Senate in 2026, challenging Republican John Cornyn's long-held seat.
Abbott vetoes summer food aid program, forgoing $450M in federal funds
Texas is one of a dozen states that doesn't participate in the Summer EBT program that gives low-income children meals when school is out.
ACC Board Joins Lawsuit Over Texas Dream Act Repeal
Austin Community College District trustees voted unanimously at a special meeting Saturday to join a new lawsuit seeking clarity after the repeal this month of the Texas Dream Act — the first community college to do so after a North Texas judge struck down long-standing in-state tuition rates for residents without legal status.
John Sharp is retiring as Texas A&M chancellor, plans to stay engaged
John Sharp on life after Texas A&M chancellor and long career in Texas politics: 'I'm going to do something else'
Abbott Signs Abortion-Law Clarification, Ten Commandments Bills
Gov. Greg Abbott signed about 600 bills into law, including measures on abortion protections and Ten Commandments displays in schools, but left pending a controversial THC ban.
Former Sen. Kelly Hancock to Lead Texas Comptroller's Office After Hegar's Departure
By being named chief clerk, Hancock will act as comptroller until the November 2026 election.
Veteran state Sen. Kelly Hancock to lead comptroller's office after Glenn Hegar departs for A&M
By being named chief clerk, Hancock will act as comptroller until the November 2026 election.
Former EMS union head Selena Xie announces run for Austin City Council
Former Austin EMS Association president Selena Xie on Wednesday announced she will run next year to represent District 8 on the Austin City Council.
Selena Xie Announces Run for Austin City Council District 8
Former Austin EMS Association president Selena Xie announced her candidacy for Austin City Council's District 8 seat in the 2026 election, while incumbent Paige Ellis seeks a third term via petition.
Judge Blocks Texas AG's Bid to Access Criminal Prosecution Files
A Texas judge has temporarily blocked Attorney General Ken Paxton's order requiring large-county prosecutors to share criminal case files, calling it "troubling at best."
Judge Blocks Texas AG's Bid to Access Criminal Prosecution Files
A Texas judge has temporarily blocked Attorney General Ken Paxton's order requiring large-county prosecutors to share criminal case files, calling it "troubling at best."
Two Texas Democrats on list of 45 lawmakers targeted by Minnesota gunman
Two Texas legislators have confirmed they were included in a list of 45 lawmakers targeted by the man accused of killing a former Minnesota House speaker and her husband Saturday.
US Senate battle: Will Rep. Wesley Hunt shift Texas GOP primary race?
As Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton challenges incumbent U.S. Sen. John Cornyn, will U.S. Rep. Wesley Hunt join the GOP primary race and gain traction?
Texas Governors Turn Bravado Into Political Strategy
Texas governors have long embraced swagger, from Rick Perry's "adios, mofo" moment to Greg Abbott's recent "FAFO" warning, turning political bravado into a Lone Star strategy.
Texas DPS arrests man in connection with threat against lawmakers at 'No Kings' protest
The Texas Department of Safety has arrested a man in connection with a "credible threat toward state legislators" attending Saturday's protest.
LIVE: 'No Kings' anti-Trump protest in Austin expected to draw crowds, police presence
Texas DPS officers will close the Capitol early ahead of Saturday's protest to ensure safety, but organizers say 'No Kings' protest will be peaceful.
Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick Pushes for Texas THC Ban Amid Mixed Support
Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick is touring Texas to advocate for a ban on THC products, despite mixed public support, as Gov. Greg Abbott weighs whether to sign the bill into law.
Legal rulings on Trump's National Guard deployment won't affect Texas troop dispatch
Gov. Greg Abbott made the decision to deploy thousands of Texas Army National Guard soldiers to assist state and local law enforcement.
Texas National Guard on Standby for Austin Anti-Trump Protest
The Texas National Guard is on standby as Austin prepares for a large-scale anti-Trump protest Saturday — the city’s first since a downtown demonstration Monday ended in 13 arrests and multiple injuries to police officers.