Austin's City Manager T.C. Broadnax presented a $6.3 billion budget to strengthen community services, facing challenges like federal funding cuts and tax caps amidst a $33.4 million deficit.

Ken Paxton raised $2.9M for his Senate campaign against fellow Republican John Cornyn, who has $5.7M on hand. Paxton is running amid personal issues, including a divorce. Trump's endorsement and Cornyn's PAC support add to the race's complexity.

Baylor University rejected a $643,401 grant aimed at studying LGBTQIA+ and women's exclusion in churches, citing advocacy requirements conflicting with their policies.

Texas State Sen. Angela Paxton filed for divorce from her husband, Attorney General Ken Paxton, citing personal and spiritual reasons that honor her faith.

Oak View Group CEO Timothy J. Leiweke is indicted for rigging a university arena bidding process in Austin, Texas, facing legal penalties including potential prison time.

Several individuals were arrested in North Austin during a joint operation by ICE, DPS, and HSI, as part of Gov. Abbott's directive to combat illegal immigration and target criminal activities.

Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem waived environmental laws to expedite a 17-mile "waterborne barrier" in the Rio Grande to combat smuggling and trafficking. Texas continues to enhance its own border security efforts despite legal challenges.

Immigration advocates in Hays County are demanding transparency after an ICE raid resulted in over 40 detentions, questioning the operation's conduct and the whereabouts of detainees.

Governor Abbott of Texas vetoes 26 bills, prompting a special session to address select vetoed items including a bill banning Delta 8 and 9 THC products. Critics speak out as the session also covers other vital legislation.

Texas Governor Greg Abbott has signed a law requiring Ten Commandments displays in public school classrooms, drawing controversy over church-state separation. Critics are ready to legally challenge the legislation.

Texas Governor Greg Abbott signed the "What is a Woman Bill," limiting the definition of gender to biological sex at birth and raising concerns among LGBTQ+ advocates. Critics and supporters disagree on its impact and necessity.

Ricky Williams opposes Texas Senate Bill 3, advocating for cannabis reform as the bill, which bans THC outside the medical program, awaits Governor Abbott's decision.

Kelly Hancock is named acting Texas comptroller, focusing on school vouchers and education savings accounts. Endorsed by Governor Abbott for the 2026 election, Hancock has resigned from the Senate to assume the new role.