U.S. Rep. Jodey Arrington, who carried Trump’s tax and spending megabill, is retiring
The Lubbock Republican was first elected in 2016 and currently chairs the U.S. House Budget Committee.
Heart O’ the Hills summer camp moving away from Guadalupe River after July 4 flood
Heart O’ the Hills Camp for Girls will construct new facilities out of the Guadalupe River floodplain, according to its new operators Elisabeth and John Hay.
Texas A&M System to vote on requiring prior approval for lessons on “race and gender ideology”
The proposal appears to mark the first time a Texas university system offers definitions of what kind of instruction related to race and gender should not be permitted.
Dallas businessman sues over stalled plans to export East Texas water
The proposed project that would install 43 high-capacity wells drew the ire of East Texans, worried their wells would run dry.
Greg Abbott, Dan Patrick call for DPS to investigate Texas Southern University over financial mismanagement findings
State Auditor Lisa Collier said university staff vacancies for “critical” financial responsibilities have contributed to delays in financial reporting, as well as poor asset oversight and weak contracting processes.
Texas A&M faculty panel report says professor’s firing violated her academic freedom
University officials dispute the faculty council’s conclusion. Melissa McCoul lost her job after a video of a classroom debate went viral.
AG Ken Paxton sues Texas Latino civic group, alleging ‘unlawful voter registration scheme’
The nonprofit Jolt, which was targeted by Paxton in 2024, said it is again asking the court to dismiss the “meritless” lawsuit.
Parents of flood victims suing Camp Mystic for negligence
Three lawsuits that were filed separately Monday allege Camp Mystic officials’ lack of planning and stalled evacuation contributed to the deaths of several children and counselors.
Texas Sens. Cornyn, Cruz vote for funding deal to end government shutdown
If approved by the House, the agreement would fund the government through the end of January, with certain agencies funded through September, including those that provide food assistance.
Texans have started receiving partial SNAP payments
The federal government paused SNAP payments at the beginning of the month because of the shutdown.