At Rice University, Chief Justice John Roberts warned Tuesday that personal attacks on judges risk real‑world violence and “have got to stop,” remarks that landed amid a recent court clash with the White House.

A 25-person Houston delegation led by Lina Hidalgo has landed in Europe to court investors ahead of the 2026 World Cup — and the trip overlaps a political showdown at home.

Temple Gun Club and three members have sued to block the post‑1986 ban on new automatic weapons, arguing 18 U.S.C. §922(o) exceeds Congress’s commerce power.

Early voting for Houston’s District C special election runs March 18–31 ahead of an April 4 Election Day. Seven candidates will compete to replace Abbie Kamin.

Spring ISD says early classroom changes are lifting scores as Dekaney faces a possible TEA conservator; STAAR in April will be decisive.

A consultation-policy item on Harris County’s March 19 agenda — with AFSCME named in paperwork — has split commissioners over whether it empowers staff or opens a path to unionizing.

Byron Frankland was sworn in Thursday as La Marque’s new police chief after a nationwide search; council confirmed him and the contract lists a $141,000 salary.

President Trump and Texas officials hailed a plan for a new refinery at the Port of Brownsville. Company claims a $300B impact but partner confirmations and permits are still pending.

State House Republicans launched a 'Sharia Free Texas' caucus in Austin, echoing a federal effort and drawing swift criticism from civil‑rights groups. The move follows heightened security concerns in the state.

A new TelevisaUnivision/Harris Poll of 526 Texas Hispanic voters finds inflation, health care and housing top concerns — and many say politicians take them for granted.

City records show the inspector general closed an inquiry into Controller Chris Hollins’ investor‑conference sponsorship solicitations as “not sustained.” The dispute began after Mayor Whitmire flagged sponsorship perks that some banks found troubling.

The Texas Supreme Court heard oral arguments March 5 in Edinburg over whether Starbase can close Boca Chica Beach and State Highway 4 for SpaceX launches.

The City Controller says Houston will spend more than $131 million on electricity this fiscal year — about a 40% jump — after a contract renewal left the city exposed to market prices.