Fort Bend County allocates $1.5 million from parks funds for Sugar Land 95 Memorial Project to honor convict-leasing system victims and create an educational site.

HUD signed off on a roughly $315M disaster-recovery plan for Houston, directing money toward backup power, housing repairs and debris work after last year’s storms. The funding is subject to federal compliance before projects begin.

Texas implements Senate Bill 8, a bathroom bill requiring public restrooms to match birth gender, affecting schools and government buildings, and causing controversy and confusion over enforcement.

A new Texas law lets private citizens sue out‑of‑state abortion‑pill prescribers and distributors; critics warn it could spawn 'bounty‑hunter' lawsuits and interstate court fights.

Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo has announced her separation from husband David James after a year of marriage, expressing mutual respect despite the unexpected turn.

Early voting is underway in Houston for the Dec. 13 runoffs, including the At‑Large 4 council seat and an HCC trustee race. Here’s what voters need to know about hours, ID and deadlines.

Family and attorneys say ICE arrested a Houston man inside a USCIS office during his asylum interview; his lawyer says he has no criminal history and a Conroe hearing is set Thursday.

The Bureau of Justice Statistics introduced a new tool linking 18 years of prison inmate survey data, aiding analyses of the US incarcerated population's backgrounds and experiences.

Texas AG Ken Paxton is investigating fast fashion company Shein for possible unethical labor practices and consumer safety issues. The probe focuses on labor standards, product safety, and data privacy.

Rep. Troy Nehls of Texas won't seek reelection in 2026, planning to focus on his family. His brother Trever intends to run for his seat to continue their conservative legacy.

Galveston County has partnered with ICE, deputizing officers under the 287(g) program to enforce immigration laws, with 648 individuals being transferred to ICE custody this year. Some agencies, however, have declined to participate.

Bellaire Police Chief Mo Lopez is on paid leave amid an internal probe, with city officials assuring no public safety impact. The investigation's specifics remain unknown.

Harris County faces a voter registration probe over the use of P.O. boxes as residential addresses, prompted by State Sen. Bettencourt and investigated by the Texas Secretary of State.