The University of Texas System named internal candidates John Zerwas and Jim Davis as sole finalists for chancellor and UT-Austin president, respectively, amid legislative changes and without a national search.

Hays County Commissioners Court is appealing a Travis County judge's ruling that could nullify a $440 million road bond approved by voters, amidst claims of Texas Open Meetings Act violations.

The Texas Legislature's special session focuses on flood response, redistricting, and THC product regulation, with controversy over priorities and costs. Redistricting faces claims of racial gerrymandering, while property tax reform is also debated.

Texas DMV faces issues processing disabled parking placards, causing delays for residents needing new or renewed permits, with no timeline for resolution.

Texas Legislature is set to discuss significant issues like historic flooding and THC regulation, with a focus on redistricting led by Republicans following Trump's urging, potentially affecting Democratic areas.

Eddie García, previously Dallas PD chief, and now assistant city manager in Austin, is a finalist for Fort Worth's police chief role. His career highlights include reducing crime and improving morale.

Round Rock is using federal and local funds to support vulnerable residents, allocating $672,184 from the HUD for public services, home repairs, and sidewalk construction, benefiting non-profits like the Round Rock Area Serving Center and CASA.

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.