Texas Governor Greg Abbott announces over $1 million in grants to improve workforce readiness through support for dual credit and career and technical education programs in local ISDs.

Rep. Tony Gonzales is co‑leading the Dark Web Interdiction Act, a bipartisan bill to boost penalties and permanently fund the task force that hunts darknet fentanyl dealers. Lawmakers say the move would give investigators new tools against international darknet networks.

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.

Texas Health and Human Services Executive Commissioner Cecile Young is retiring on January 2, 2026, after nearly 40 years of service. Governor Abbott commended her dedication and leadership.

Texas Governor Greg Abbott requests US Treasury to investigate and suspend the nonprofit status of CAIR, alleging it is a "front group" for Hamas and a subsidiary of the Muslim Brotherhood.

Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick asked the Texas Senate to probe Canadian Solar and T1 Energy over alleged ties to Chinese-backed firms. Hearings are expected early next year.

Texas AG Ken Paxton opposes a College Sports Commission agreement, fearing it could give the CSC excessive power over universities, possibly causing revenue losses and affecting their legal rights.

Texas AG Ken Paxton defends the state's Congressional maps at SCOTUS, seeking to reverse a lower court's injunction against their use, amid claims of gerrymandering.

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton sues the TDHCA for allegedly discriminating against religious organizations over access to public funds for housing programs.

Texas Governor Abbott accuses Mexico of failing to meet its water delivery obligations, impacting Texas agriculture and economy, as per the 1944 Water Treaty.

James H.C. "Jamey" Steen was appointed to the Texas Historical Commission until 2027, bringing community involvement and a commitment to preserving Texas history.

Poteet Mayor Denise Sanchez is under fire after a hot‑mic moment at a council meeting in which she was heard saying she 'wished someone else would get that cancer.'

Texas AG Ken Paxton seeks SCOTUS intervention in a dispute over Texas' new congressional maps, filing an emergency stay after a district court injunction, aiming to continue the redistricting plan implementation.