Texas leads the U.S. in job creation, adding 327,400 jobs from Sep 2023 to Sep 2024, with Governor Abbott crediting the state's business-friendly policies.

Texas AG Ken Paxton sues the Biden-Harris Administration for not assisting with verifying the citizenship status of Texas voters, alleging noncompliance with federal law.

Governor Abbott reappoints Frank Parker, Jr. to continue as the presiding officer of the Cameron County Regional Mobility Authority until 2026, prioritizing his experience in transportation and local economic development.

CBP officers at Presidio port of entry seized 20.6 pounds of cocaine and methamphetamine during a routine vehicle inspection with the aid of a drug-sniffing dog. The Mexican driver now faces federal prosecution.

Texas Rep. Harris Davila's ad featured non-family children, sparking discussions on authenticity in political campaigns as she seeks reelection for House District 52. Campaign changes and voter demographics shift are also noted.

METRO is offering free rides to Houston voters to polling stations during early voting and on Election Day, aiming to increase turnout and access to voting.

San Antonio's business leaders advocate for Proposition C to remove the salary and tenure caps on the city manager, while opponents argue these caps ensure accountability.

Kamala Harris will attend a campaign rally in Houston during early voting, targeting increased Democratic support in a historically red state. This marks a strategic effort to influence turnout in Texas, which last voted for a Democrat in 1976.

Death row inmate Robert Roberson's testimony before Texas lawmakers was blocked amid a controversy over the legitimacy of the science behind his conviction.

The Texas DPS detained 134 migrants, including individuals from Iran and Angola, in Maverick County, using drones. Some migrants are labeled as "special interest" due to potential security risks.

Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller has authorized the use of Rio Grande water for irrigation due to a severe drought, highlighting the urgency of water scarcity issues in the state.

The search for missing SpaceX employee, Kevin Escobar, was suspended by the U.S. Coast Guard after an 18-hour search. Environmental groups urged halting SpaceX launches due to alleged MBTA violations.

Early voting begins in Bexar County, with local elections and national races including Harris vs. Trump. Over 1.2 million registered voters have access to 51 polling locations, with extended weekend voting hours available.