A resurfaced clip of James Talarico saying his campaign "became a non‑meat campaign" drew swift criticism from Ted Cruz, John Cornyn and other GOP leaders.

Abbott hosted Canada’s Conservative leader in Austin to tout trade and energy ties while Democrat Gina Hinojosa ramps up organizing and fundraising ahead of November.

City Council approved funds for a new South Central police station, playground upgrades, Fire Station 80 repairs and radio gear as Houston prepares for the 2026 World Cup.

State Republicans are advancing proposals that could strip undocumented children of guaranteed K–12 schooling and trigger costly legal fights.

Sweden’s foreign minister toured Houston and Austin to press trade and security ties, mark a Houston consulate activation and urge continued support for Ukraine.

Legacy the School of Sport Sciences will stay open after an agreed order with the TEA ties continued operation to quick academic and financial benchmarks.

After touring Houston’s federal detention site, Rep. Christian Menefee criticized conditions and said he will oppose funding for ICE unless enforcement priorities change. The facility is run by CoreCivic and serves hundreds of detainees.

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.