Carmen Llanes Pulido requested a recount in the Austin mayoral race where she narrowly lost to incumbent Mayor Kirk Watson, but the city denied her petition.

Austin City Council adopted updates to its 100-year water management plans, including the Water Forward, Water Conservation, and Drought Contingency Plans, focusing on long-term strategies to address population growth and climate challenges.

The Austin City Council adopted the Equity-Based Preservation Plan, designed to preserve historic sites with a focus on cultural diversity and inclusivity.

The Texas State Board of Education endorsed including Bible-based content in the curriculum, a divisive decision aligning with Gov. Abbott's views but raising concerns about church-state separation.

Texas continues deploying buoys in the Rio Grande to deter illegal crossings, despite legal challenges from the federal government. Governor Abbott vows to maintain efforts amid legal victories.

Manor ISD discusses safety enhancements with parents following a fatal school stabbing, considering measures such as permanent metal detectors and character education programs.

Austin officials plan to vote on updates to the "Water Forward" plan, which aims to manage the city's water resources amid growth and climate challenges.

Freeman F. Martin is named new Director of Texas DPS, succeeding retiring Director Steven C. McCraw. Martin is the first Texas Ranger to lead the department.

North Hays County EMS, known as ESD 1, plans to end its service contract with San Marcos Hays County EMS Association, aiming to operate independently by May next year.

The City of Austin awarded $78,000 in grants to local organizations to enhance resilience against extreme weather, funding 26 projects impacting over 20,000 people.

The Texas Education Agency is considering a curriculum that would introduce Bible stories into elementary school textbooks, sparking concerns about religious diversity.

Texas Governor Greg Abbott issued an order to protect against espionage, focusing on threats from the Chinese Communist Party, impacting state agencies and higher education.

Manor ISD faced community uproar over school safety after a student's death, with demands for action and the Superintendent announcing security improvements.