Governor Greg Abbott announced a $331,000 grant for Amarillo College to enhance vocational training, particularly for future welders, to meet Texas' workforce needs.

Schertz announces public meetings on the FY 2024-25 budget, allowing residents to participate in fiscal planning through workshops and hearings before the budget takes effect on October 1.

Sen. Ted Cruz questioned the Secret Service's acting director over a claimed denial of extra security for former President Trump, suggesting political bias, which the director denied.

The Fifth Circuit Court allows Texas to keep its floating barrier in the Rio Grande, overturning a lower court's ruling amid an ongoing legal battle over immigration control.

Texas AG Ken Paxton secured a $1.4 billion settlement with Meta over illegal biometric data collection, marking the largest privacy law enforcement sum by a single state.

Texas schools are preparing to implement a new safety system called Sentinel, designed to enhance emergency operations, monitor threats, and share information.

U.S. Customs and Border Protection seized over $500,000 worth of drugs at the Eagle Pass Port of Entry, arresting a 28-year-old man following the discovery of methamphetamine, heroin, and fentanyl.

The Del Rio Sector Border Patrol emphasized safety and prevention of migrant deaths at their 2024 event, highlighting rescue operations and challenges faced in their jurisdiction.

CPS Energy reduced customer arrears from $175.5M to $145.8M through enhanced communication to prompt payments and community outreach, with 185,415 accounts unsettled.

TWIA is considering a 10% rate hike due to climate change-stressed finances, facing a decision by Texas' insurance commissioner, as coastal Texans brace for increased premiums amidst recovering from Hurricane Beryl's claims.

A Texas judge dismissed AG Ken Paxton's lawsuit aiming to reverse San Marcos’ marijuana decriminalization ordinance, stating the state suffered no injury from the policy change.

The Pharr Land Port of Entry has upgraded with two new commercial lanes and inspection booths, completed through partnerships under CBP's Donations Acceptance Program.

Former Rep. Mayra Flores is again running for Texas's 34th District and has been named a "Young Gun" by the NRCC, indicating Republican support for her campaign against incumbent Democrat Rep. Vicente Gonzalez.