Governor Abbott appoints Brandon L. Simmons to lead Texas' Office of the Ombudsman for Institutional Policy and Oversight.

Texas Rep. Gina Hinojosa is running for governor, challenging incumbent Gov. Greg Abbott with a platform opposing "billionaires and corporations" and advocating for Texas families.

Governor Abbott appoints Mark Varhaug as the chair of the Texas Board of Professional Geoscientists, with Eric Anderson, Rusty Branch, and Jeremy Ransom as board members, serving until 2031.

Governor Abbott proclaimed October 13-17, 2025, as Chamber of Commerce Week in Texas, acknowledging their role in economic development and the state's business success.

Governor Greg Abbott reappointed fourteen members to the Texas Health Services Authority Board, ensuring diverse healthcare expertise for efficient health information coordination until June 15, 2027.

Governor Abbott joined the "Soles 4 Souls" Fentanyl Awareness Walk in San Antonio and spotlighted efforts to combat fentanyl poisoning, including designating a Fentanyl Poisoning Awareness Month.

CapMetro appointed RenEarl Bowie as the new chief of its Transit Police Department, with Dottie Watkins praising his commitment to service and community ties.

Governor Greg Abbott has appointed attorney Neyma Figueroa to the Texas Energy Reliability Council, emphasizing her energy sector experience and legal background.

Governor Abbott appoints Stacy Hock as chair and Welcome Wilson, Jr. as vice chair of the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board, highlighting their extensive backgrounds in business and education.

Texas Governor Abbott appointed Bryan Henderson as Chair of the State Board of Dental Examiners, with Janessa Bock, Lisa Masters, and Linda Burke also appointed.

Texas Governor Greg Abbott has dispatched more emergency personnel to Arizona to help with flood recovery, as part of interstate collaboration through the EMAC.

Kenneth Cusick is appointed as Galveston County's Criminal District Attorney by Governor Abbott, serving through 2026 unless replaced by an elected successor.

Texas Governor Greg Abbott calls for a statewide moment of silence to honor victims of the October 7th terrorist attacks in Israel, emphasizing solidarity against hatred and violence.