Texas Governor Greg Abbott continues Operation Lone Star, targeting illegal immigration and contraband, with over 496,000 apprehensions and 38,500 criminal arrests to date.

Art Acevedo has been appointed as interim assistant city manager in Austin, Texas, and will supervise the police department at a salary of $271,000 without council or public input.

Austin City Council tackles issues including police pay, daycare tax exemptions, and a resolution for car theft increases related to certain Kia and Hyundai models.

Former Austin Council Member Kathie Tovo has announced her mayoral candidacy, focusing on equity, honest governance, and rights for diverse communities, while opposing the I-35 expansion.

Attorney General Ken Paxton's legal fight with four former employees who blew the whistle continues, despite his move to drop the lawsuit alleging waste of resources.

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton resists a DHS order to cease enhanced border security measures, asserting Texas' right to defend itself and disputing claims of indirect responsibility for deaths near the Rio Grande.

Texas AG Paxton secured an en banc rehearing on the legality of buoys placed in the Rio Grande to curb illegal crossings, delaying their removal until the case's review in May 2024.

The Iowa caucuses begin the Republican race for the White House, with Trump leading among the GOP and Biden seeking a second term. Candidates need specific delegate counts to secure nominations.

The U.S. Supreme Court will review the eligibility of former President Trump to be on the presidential primary ballot, after 27 state attorneys general, led by Texas AG Paxton, opposed his disqualification by Colorado's Supreme Court.

Austin begins its search for a new city manager, with applications open and a selection expected by April. Interim manager Jesús Garza is in place following Spencer Cronk's departure.

Rep. Lloyd Doggett called the Capitol riot a "severe tragedy," with consequences still unfolding. Over 1,200 charged, 730 pleaded guilty, and discussions on Trump's 2024 run ensue amid America's political divide.

The DOJ and Texas clash over immigration enforcement, with Texas's SB 4 under scrutiny for potentially overriding federal authority. This legal dispute may reach the Supreme Court.

Austin City Council member Leslie Pool advocates for housing density amidst city growth, aiming to balance environmental sustainability with urban development needs.