Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton sued Harris County over a $1.34M allocation for immigrant legal services, setting up a courtroom fight between state and local officials.

DHS moved up a federal rule that bars identity-concealing masks when used to avoid detection during crimes on or near federal property; new fines and charging options took effect last Wednesday.

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton is suing JOLT Initiative for allegedly trying to register non-citizens to vote, potentially threatening election integrity.

John Whitmire promised 200 state troopers in 2023, but Harris County trooper assignments fell from 135 in 2020 to about 122 in 2025 even as Abbott announced a task force.

AG Ken Paxton sues Galveston Independent School District for not displaying the Ten Commandments, asserting adherence to Texas law (SB 10) and declaring America a "Christian nation".

AG Ken Paxton will speak at UNT on conservative views, hosted by Turning Point USA. Event begins 7:00 p.m. Nov 10th at Lyceum Theater. Public welcome.

Houston ISD is exploring SB 1882 partnerships for seven top magnet high schools; four are moving ahead and parents and teachers are demanding enforceable protections for admissions and services.

Houston ISD sued the Texas attorney general to block release of emails with LA PR firm Bryson Gillette, amid unanswered questions about who paid for the district’s rebrand.

Cy-Fair ISD in Texas elected three moderate trustees, ending the previous conservative majority and signaling a possible change in policies regarding education and school governance.

Christian Menefee and Amanda Edwards emerged as the top two in a crowded special election for Texas' 18th, forcing a runoff after no candidate hit the 50% threshold.

The Houston Food Bank offers aid as SNAP benefits are delayed due to a government shutdown, with high demand for food assistance among Houston residents.

Harris County Commissioners Court approved a pay equity initiative to address a 29% pay gap among employees, with emphasis on raising the salaries of Hispanic and Black women, despite concerns about fiscal responsibility.

Texas AG Ken Paxton sues Johnson & Johnson for allegedly marketing Tylenol to pregnant women despite potential risks to unborn children, like autism and ADHD.