Former Rep. Colin Allred clinched the Democratic runoff in Dallas’ 33rd District, promising to defend voting rights and push for affordability for working families. The full speech is available on FOX 4.

SMU's new institutional-neutrality policy and an updated window-and-flag rule prompted the removal of visible pride and BLM flags and set off debate over free expression on campus.

The finance committee recommended keeping Dallas's senior and disability property‑tax exemption at $175,000 as officials cite tightening budgets and trade‑offs.

David Wylie edged Valerie Roehrs by 31 votes in the May 26 GOP runoff for Denton County Precinct 4. The unofficial result advances Wylie to a November contest with Democrat Stephanie Draper.

DoD pauses reviews for 54 Texas wind projects, leaving developers and counties facing tighter timelines, higher costs and a looming tax‑credit deadline.

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton filed suit against Discord on May 22, 2026, saying the chat app misled parents and left minors vulnerable; he’s seeking safety defaults and age checks.

TEA's Intruder Detection Audit shows most campuses passed safety checks, but around 13% had findings — largely door and maintenance problems.

DeSoto’s City Council adopted ordinance 8.12 banning amusement redemption and gambling‑style machines; businesses were told to remove devices or face penalties.

Texas AG Ken Paxton sued CAM Solar, accusing the San Antonio firm of deceptive sales and broken systems. The state seeks restitution and penalties under the DTPA.

Keller Public Safety says five voters were freed after an elevator jam at Keller Town Hall and crews carried a ballot machine down stairs so polling could continue. County election staff aided voters who couldn't reach the second-floor polling room.

A military surveillance blimp loaned to CBP broke free near Laredo and was later found crashed in Mexico; recovery teams from both countries are responding.

Decatur ISD will reduce SRO staffing by more than half for 2026–27, moving away from a one‑officer‑per‑campus model.

Abbott is pitching a five‑point property‑tax overhaul while Gina Hinojosa made a Dallas block party into a schools‑first rally. Polling shows a competitive statewide contest.