Texas Governor Greg Abbott mandates a tuition freeze at public colleges and universities until the 2026-2027 academic year to help ease financial burdens on students.

District Attorney José Garza sued to keep details of his taxpayer-funded security confidential, claiming safety concerns. Critics question the transparency of the funding process.

Trooper Kyle Bradley has received the "Be the One" Award for his outstanding work in combating human trafficking, as recognized at the North American Human Trafficking Conference.

The Round Rock Police Department invites the public to enroll in its 12-week Citizens Police Academy starting Feb. 4, offering education on police operations every Tuesday evening.

An AI may have mimicked a constituent's voice during an Austin City Council meeting, raising security and integrity concerns about council proceedings.

Georgetown and Sugar Land in Texas honor veterans with fields of American flags, raising funds and awareness for issues like PTSD, as communities reflect on their sacrifices for Veterans Day.

The Texas A&M Board of Regents voted to cut an LGBTQ+ studies minor, one of 52 programs deemed low-producing, amidst controversy over faculty roles and political motivations.

Texas Senate Committee discusses affordable housing crisis, with testimony on causes and high costs. AARP proposes solutions for older Texans facing financial barriers. Lawmakers aim for action in the upcoming legislative session.

Dallas, Bastrop, and Lockhart in Texas voted to decriminalize possession of small amounts of marijuana, reflecting a change in local public opinion on cannabis laws.

Austin announces closures of city offices, including libraries and recreation centers, on Veterans Day, with essential services like waste collection operating as usual.

Round Rock voters passed a $932.1 million school bond, excluding athletic facility upgrades, prioritizing technology, campus improvements, and fine arts.

Austin City Council is likely to go all-Democratic as Republican Mackenzie Kelly loses her seat, with most incumbents retaining their positions and two runoffs pending.

Voters in Central Texas delivered mixed responses on school tax rate hikes, with Austin, Manor, and San Marcos ISDs approved increases, while others like Liberty Hill and Blanco were denied, affecting budgets and staff salaries.