Gov. Greg Abbott named Robert Howden interim secretary of state to replace Jane Nelson after her departure.

Hewitt residents report higher summer power bills after Oncor increased delivery fees effective June 1, and officials suggest ways to cut usage.

A Eustace man, Glenn Baker, received two consecutive 20-year sentences for indecency with a child in Henderson County.

The EPA proposal to eliminate diesel exhaust fluid deratements could save truckers billions, according to the agency’s Region 6 administrator.

A 62-year-old man was arrested in Von Ormy after allegedly threatening a woman with a sword and trying to pull her toward his vehicle.

Texas A&M Forest Service swore in Tyler Sanders as its newest law enforcement investigator at headquarters in College Station.

Youth Orchestras of San Antonio found a new home for its music programs.

Texas approved a K-12 curriculum requirement for biblical passages starting in the 2030-31 school year, drawing constitutional concerns.

Texas Secretary of State Jane Nelson announced county election security assessments, actions against commercial mailbox registrations, and a secure military ballot option ahead of November.

The Texas Business Court issued its first published opinion on a TCPA motion to dismiss.

Craneware and Abbott said they are investigating separate cyber incidents involving unauthorized access to healthcare and cancer diagnostics data.

Democratic state Sen. Sarah Eckhardt campaigned in Abilene for Texas comptroller, emphasizing transparency and accountability ahead of the Nov. 3 election.

Serenity House in Abilene provides alumni and outpatient support to help substance-use treatment graduates sustain long-term recovery.

An energy economist said gas could reach $6 a gallon by Labor Day as U.S. pump prices rise above $4 amid escalating tensions involving Iran.

Tyler residents comment on which restaurants should replace the closed Wendy's on Loop 323.

The 5th Circuit upheld blocking Texas’s Dream Act in-state tuition benefits for illegal aliens, after DOJ sued the state.

Lubbock ISD will launch a new LIVE virtual K-12 education program statewide with limited space, with applications opening this week.

Lubbock County’s compensation study finds the county leads market pay for two-thirds of benchmark roles but lags in public safety and some professional positions.

Lubbock ISD will host a job fair Wednesday morning to hire nurses, teachers, nurses, counselors, and other education staff.

Lubbock City Vector Control is suppressing mosquitoes after West Nile virus was found, and urges residents to eliminate standing water.

Lubbock Public Health is asking residents to complete a survey to improve youth substance-use prevention and mental health programs.

The Brazos Valley Museum of Natural History will release 500 monarch butterflies July 25 and supports its free military-admission program.

Rescuers in east of Waco found 11 abandoned dogs suffering from heat and injuries, with two still missing.

Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz introduced the Freedom to Build Act to reduce Texas housing costs by cutting regulatory delays and rewarding communities with HUD priorities.

Texas Democratic AG nominee Nathan Johnson criticized Ken Paxton over a Texas Tech regent donation and Paxton's threat to sue the Big 12 regarding QB Brendan Sorsby.

Jeffry Scott Webb of Longview was sentenced to life in prison for his third DWI conviction in Gregg County.

SpaceX plans a Starship test launch Thursday from Starbase, Texas to deploy 20 Starlink V3 satellites after an earlier engine-related postponement.

New World screwworm was detected in a calf in Zavala County, prompting expanded surveillance and containment efforts across Texas.

A Baylor toxicologist warned Texans to avoid handling venomous snakes and to seek immediate emergency care for bites.

A proposed Trump plan would let U.S. veterans qualify for commercial driver’s licenses through military experience without the CDL skills exam.

An Austin author argues against cutting homelessness programs and warns proposed policies could increase homelessness and incarceration.

Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller urged Gov. Greg Abbott to call a special legislative session to regulate AI data centers, citing risks to Texas’ grid and rural water.

A British man’s allegations helped spur Texas investigations into Islamic private school voucher eligibility, now challenged in court filings.

Texas will ban delta-8, delta-10, delta-6, and THCP products effective July 31, 2026 after a Texas Supreme Court ruling.

Christian Service Center’s Operation Blue Jeans in Abilene provides free brand-new back-to-school clothing for eligible children through Aug. 15.

Texas GOP leaders plan to redraw the state's congressional map during a special session.

Three newborns were rescued in one week through Safe Haven Baby Boxes.

Montgomery County plans Bill 34-26 to tighten licensing for bodywork establishments by barring applicants tied to trafficking or prostitution convictions.