Texas AG Paxton investigates Character.AI and other tech platforms to protect minors' online privacy under local privacy laws, enforcing regulations like the SCOPE Act and TDPSA.

Governor Abbott touted Texas' leadership in energy at the Dallas Citizens Council meeting, discussing oil production and renewable energy, but avoided environmental impact concerns.

Breckenridge, Texas, has achieved the Film Friendly Texas Certification, joining other communities in attracting film and media projects to enhance local economies.

Texas AG Ken Paxton is investigating 15 companies, including Character.AI and Instagram, over their handling of minors' data under Texas's data privacy laws.

Councilmember Teri Castillo proposes a city program amendment in San Antonio to help homeowners rebuild after house fires by waiving certain building permit fees.

Governor Greg Abbott appoints Anderson and reappoints Johnson and Kinney to the Judicial Compensation Commission in Texas, serving until 2029 to recommend judges' salaries.

CBP Laredo Port of Entry prepares for holiday traffic surge, offering tips like using online I-94 processing and an app to ease border crossing, and opening a Mobile Enrollment Center to issue permits.

San Antonio's city council is set to vote on ending downtown horse-drawn carriage operations, with animal welfare concerns clashing against historic tradition and business interests.

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has filed a lawsuit against 3M and DuPont alleging they falsely advertised products with PFAS as safe, despite known health risks.

Bexar County, amid drought conditions, bans certain fireworks, including "skyrockets with sticks" or "missiles with fins," to reduce fire risks, allowing other consumer fireworks with fines for violations up to $500.

Wilson County Tax Administrator announces tax listing dates for 2025, with a deadline of January 31st and extended online submissions until April 15th. Eligible residents can seek tax relief programs.

Governor Greg Abbott appoints Michael Barton of Sugar Land to the Texas Family and Protective Services Council for a term until 2027, leveraging his extensive experience in law enforcement, academia, and community service.

The article details Texas' border security measures under Operation Lone Star, including Governor Abbott's claim of significant illegal immigrant apprehensions and drug seizures.