Fort Worth Firefighter Obtains Critical Medical Care After City Intervenes Amidst Workers' Comp Challenges
A Fort Worth firefighter, Caleb Halvorson, faced workers' comp challenges for injury treatment. Outcry after his mother's social media posts spurred city action, securing his medical care and prompting systemic changes.
Texas Puts $1 Billion Price Tag On Care For Patients Tagged 'Not Legally Present'
State tallies produced under Gov. Abbott’s GA-46 show 313,742 hospital visits and about $1.05 billion in FY2025 costs tied to patients described as “not legally present.”
Austin Appeals Court Lets Planned Parenthood Take Another Swing At Texas Abortion Law
An Austin appeals court ruled Planned Parenthood affiliates can continue a challenge to Texas' private‑enforcement abortion law, saying the threat of lawsuits has chilled care.
Abbott Orders Statewide Medicaid Fraud Crackdown, Puts Autism Services Under The Microscope
Gov. Greg Abbott ordered HHSC and the state OIG to investigate possible Medicaid fraud, with a March 15 progress report and an autism‑services review due in June 2026.
Steve Pier Named Executive Director Of Texas Workforce Commission
Steve Pier will lead the Texas Workforce Commission starting Feb. 2, moving from the Department of Information Resources. His hire comes amid a broader shuffle in state agency leadership.
Texas Firebrand Pushes Austin Showdown Over Sharia Law
Rep. Brian Harrison asked House leaders to hold interim hearings in Austin to explore banning Sharia law, joining a statewide push that includes Abbott's actions and a GOP ballot question.












