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.

The Argyle Police Department in Texas has been reaccredited by the Texas Police Chiefs Association after a thorough audit, maintaining high policing standards.

Chief Barton addressed public safety concerns at a Coppell Chamber of Commerce luncheon, emphasizing collaboration between local businesses and law enforcement.

The Garland Code Compliance deploys a community aid approach through Code Cares, encouraging volunteerism for property upkeep rather than just enforcing codes.

State inspectors cleared Dallas County Jail after a three-day review; county officials hail the result while past violations keep scrutiny high.

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.

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.

Lawmakers guaranteed $300 million every two years for film projects through 2035, and industry leaders say the steady money will anchor productions and jobs across Texas. Advocates point to a nearly 5x local spend multiplier from past grants.

Aledo has sworn in its first police chief and opened a municipal complex, shifting routine policing from the county as the town grows. Officials say the new force will focus on community policing as it builds capacity.

Neighbors challenged a roughly $463,200 public‑art plan for the new Dallas police training academy, arguing about cost, access and whether art belongs at a training site. City code requires the allocation, and officials say community feedback will be solicited.

Keller is honoring public safety officials, including Fire-Rescue Chief Charlie Skaggs, at a City Council meeting with a swearing-in ceremony at Keller Town Hall.

Duncanville PD welcomed Officer Escudero in a swearing-in ceremony, emphasizing service, sacrifice, and leadership expectations for a distinguished law enforcement career.

Arlington honors Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. on January 19th with closures of most city offices, but essential services such as garbage collection continue. Some recreational facilities remain open. Normal operations resume January 20th.