The U.S. Supreme Court upheld Texas' 2025 congressional redistricting maps, a decision praised by Governor Greg Abbott as a victory for Texas voters, despite concerns over minority representation.

Governor Abbott appoints three members to the Texas School for the Deaf board, including Hex Lightfoot, with a focus on meeting diverse student needs.

Texas Governor Abbott announces a $9.8 million grant from the TSIF to Temple College for creating the Central Texas Chips Hub, aiming to enhance the state's semiconductor workforce.

Austin is poised to add $100K to a Greenberg Traurig contract as the DOJ investigates the city’s hiring practices; the council will consider the $176K cap next week.

Round Rock gave preliminary approval to rezone 29.69 acres for a Skybox data center amid neighborhood concerns about water, noise and power; council will vote again in January.

Texas Governor Abbott announces over $1 million in grants for school districts to enhance workforce readiness.

Texas Governor Abbott requests an investigation into CAIR's tax-exempt status, citing alleged links to the Muslim Brotherhood and Hamas, and seeks to prevent charities from threatening national security.

Texas HHS Executive Commissioner Cecile Erwin Young will retire, after significantly contributing to the state's health services for nearly four decades.

Jonathan Richey is appointed as Judge of the 369th Judicial District Court by Governor Greg Abbott, serving Anderson, Cherokee, and Leon Counties until 2026.

Patrick Fertitta has been appointed to the University of Houston System Board of Regents, with a term ending in 2027.

A draft Austin City Auditor report found widespread documentation errors in AUS contract files and recommended technology upgrades, training and extra review layers. Management has proposed timelines for fixes.

Lago Vista issued an emergency water conservation notice after Water Treatment Plant 3 shut down unexpectedly, prompting residents to limit use to essential needs only. Repair efforts are ongoing.

Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick asked the Texas Senate to probe Canadian Solar and T1 Energy over alleged ties to Chinese-backed firms. Hearings are expected early next year.