A Hearst review found former Texas lawmakers are still spending leftover campaign funds on luxury meals, hotel stays and consultants amid lax rules.

State records show DPS logged 110 people who tried to change the sex on their IDs; officials have not explained what they plan to do with the data.

Attorney General Ken Paxton sues five TV manufacturers, including TCL and Hisense with ties to China, accusing them of using ACR technology to spy on viewers without consent.

The Harris County Democratic Party is planning not to endorse Houston Mayor Whitmire after his participation in a GOP fundraiser, despite his calls for bipartisanship.

U.S. Rep. Jasmine Crockett campaigned in Houston, focusing on immigration, the economy, and Gaza, defending past remarks and aiming to connect with voters on a personal level.

Alejandra Salinas leads in early votes for Houston City Council against Dwight Boykins, focusing on city basics, while Boykins stresses fiscal responsibility. Final results are pending.

A Precinct 4 deputy was honored after a months‑long probe produced 15 burglary charges and tips shared with partner agencies.

Humble's Police Chief Daniel Zientek is on paid leave pending a review by Olson and Olson of the department's operations. The specifics are undisclosed, and an investigation is ongoing.

County officials say new state bail rules and a constitutional amendment could erase recent declines in the jail population by increasing pretrial detention. Local leaders warn the county’s progress depends on courts keeping cases moving.

The U.S. forces seized a tanker smuggling sanctioned oil from Venezuela, signaling a crackdown on the shadow fleet system used by sanctioned countries to sell crude oil.

Galveston County Sheriff Jimmy Fullen settled with the TCOLE, receiving a retroactive six-month suspension and retaining his job after an investigation into omissions in his application history.

A special runoff this Saturday will decide who fills Houston's At-Large Position 4 seat, pitting Alejandra Salinas against Dwight Boykins as early voting closes.

Conroe ISD trustee Tiffany Baumann Nelson resigned to run for the State Board of Education, igniting debate over appointment versus a special election. The board will address the vacancy at its Dec. 16 meeting.