State Senator Sarah Eckhardt is running for Texas Comptroller, prioritizing fiscal oversight and examining the state's school voucher program. She faces Interim Comptroller Kelly Hancock and former Senator Donald Huffines.

Texas Governor Abbott appoints Perry Gilmore and Jeff Jordan to the Texas Crime Stoppers Council, with terms ending in 2029. Gilmore is reappointed while Jordan brings fresh perspectives from a law enforcement background.

Governor Abbott highlights the success of the Texas Repeat Offender Program (TxROP) in Houston, leading to 193 arrests, focusing on repeat offenders, and supported by bail reform legislation.

Colin Allred ends his Texas Senate campaign to run for the House in the 33rd district, aiming to prevent a divisive Democratic primary. He previously represented the district and secured significant federal funding for it.

SCOTUS allowed Texas to use its redrawn congressional map for 2026, a decision that could flip several House districts and sets up more legal fights.

Texas Governor Greg Abbott reappoints Theresa Chang and Karen Partee to the Texas Commission on the Arts, extending their terms until August 31, 2031.

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.