UT Austin President Jay Hartzell will depart for SMU presidency in 2025, after a tenure marked by both achievements and controversy.

Texas Governor Abbott announced efforts to enhance anti-terrorism measures after a New Orleans attack, involving cooperation with FBI-led task forces and security assessments.

New toll rates took effect on January 1, 2025, on Central Texas highways, including the MoPac Expressway, with increases based on the CPI. Commuters expressed concerns about the cost, especially during peak hours.

Texas AG Ken Paxton endorses Rep. David Cook for Texas House Speaker, aiming to unify Republicans and push a conservative agenda, as the party faces division over the choice.

UT Austin's President Jay Hartzell will be leaving to join SMU, prompting varied reactions from the community and highlighting challenges faced by public university leaders.

The Texas Supreme Court is reviewing lawsuits against utility companies following the 2021 winter storm, which may affect how future power outages are managed.

Austin Mayor Kirk Watson and Travis County Attorney Delia Garza were sworn in alongside new council members, emphasizing progress and the importance of stable governance and collaboration.

Gov. Abbott named Jimmy Blacklock as the new Texas Supreme Court chief justice, succeeding retired Nathan Hecht. James P. Sullivan fills Blacklock's prior role.

A federal judge has ruled that the Biden administration can't sell border wall materials or repurpose funds, impacting the U.S.-Mexico border wall's future.

New sheriff Matthew Lindemann and 14 others were sworn into office in Williamson County, promising to serve the growing community and tackle issues like the fentanyl crisis.

Texas has implemented new laws as of January 1, 2025, removing mandatory vehicle safety inspections for noncommercial vehicles and updating the Texas Data Privacy and Security Act to allow opt-out of data collection.

A technical outage has caused Texas DPS to close driver license offices statewide, forcing rescheduling of appointments and inconvenience to residents.

The Texas Supreme Court dismissed a lawsuit against Assistant AG Brent Webster over his conduct in a controversial election lawsuit, citing separation of powers.