K9 Enzo, a retired Williamson County Sheriff's Office dog, passed away, leaving his handler Deputy Derrick Johnson and the community to mourn his legacy.

The High Point North Apartments in North Austin are experiencing prolonged power outages due to a vehicle collision with a powerline and repeated metal thefts, leaving residents in hardship.

The Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals ruled Texas can maintain a razor wire fence at the Eagle Pass border to deter illegal entry, highlighting state versus federal control on immigration.

Trump announced tariffs on imports from Mexico, Canada, and China to address illegal immigration and drug flow, causing concern for increased costs and potential economic retaliation.

Colonel Steven C. McCraw retires as Director of the Texas Department of Public Safety after 15 years, with Lt. Colonel Freeman F. Martin set to succeed him.

Texas Governor Abbott and future Border Czar Homan visited Texas troops on Thanksgiving, advocating for strict border policies and signaling intensified enforcement under the Trump administration.

Texas Legislature to discuss a bill imposing stricter penalties on hoax school threats, potentially classifying them as felonies with reparations for emergency response costs.

The Texas DPS is intensifying traffic enforcement around Thanksgiving, focusing on safety and reducing accidents as part of Operation CARE. Last year, they issued over 41,000 warnings and citations during the holiday period.

Elon Musk's new Montessori school, Ad Astra, in Bastrop County, receives a permit to start STEM-focused programs for children aged 3-9. The school emphasizes hands-on learning and aims to nurture problem solvers.

Kirk Watson narrowly won reelection as Austin mayor without a runoff, beating Carmen Llanes Pulido by about 104,000 votes. Pulido conceded, ending calls for a recount.

Texas approves an optional Bible-based curriculum for public schools, sparking debate on religious content in education amidst endorsements and concerns from officials and educators.

Texas DPS inaugurates its first Border Mounted Patrol Unit, consisting of Texas Highway Patrol troopers and horses trained to navigate border terrains.

The Texas DPS has added eight new K-9 teams and certified three K-9 Tech Trainers to enhance public safety, specializing in narcotics detection and tracking.