Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton scores various legal victories in 2025, including immigration enforcement, consumer protection, and defending conservative values.

Texas AG Paxton arranged an expedited hearing for an injunction against the Sunrise Homeless Navigation Center, citing safety threats to nearby schoolchildren.

Judge Lina Hidalgo of Harris County confirmed she will not seek reelection in 2026, ending her term that included handling crises and budget debates. Multiple candidates are eyeing the position for the upcoming elections.

Sen. Ted Cruz painted over graffiti insulting late activist Charlie Kirk on a Houston freeway, following Kirk's fatal shooting at Utah Valley University.

Republican U.S. Rep. Michael McCaul of Texas has decided not to run for reelection after serving for two decades, opting to end his career focusing on national security and foreign policy issues.

Harris County reacts to the murder of GOP activist Charlie Kirk, discussing the need for better security and a review of political discourse, amid bipartisan calls for unity against violence.

Trump ordered flags at half-staff for slain activist Charlie Kirk, prompting bipartisan condemnation of political violence and calls for unity against such acts.

Texas strengthens youth camp safety laws following floods that killed campers, requiring evacuation plans, weather radios, mandate drills, and relocation of cabins from floodplains. The legislation awaits Governor Abbott's signature.

New Texas law bans most disposable vapes, targeting products appealing to minors and containing certain substances, impacting local businesses and threatening violators with severe penalties.

Texas AG sues PowerSchool over a data breach affecting nearly a million individuals' personal and sensitive information, claiming security misrepresentation.

Leah Barton is appointed as the Executive Director of Harris County Public Health, recognized for her work in expanding healthcare services, launching health initiatives, and enhancing disaster readiness.

Conflict arises in Conroe ISD over a Texas law requiring Ten Commandments displays in classrooms, stirring debates on religious representation, state mandate adherence, and constitutional concerns.

Dr. Theresa Tran has been nominated as the interim director of the Houston Health Department by Mayor John Whitmire, pending City Council confirmation.