Government, opponents of Big Bend border wall project agree to pause

The project aimed at building a border wall in Big Bend National Park has been paused after a hearing in San Antonio on Friday.

Pentagon sued by former Stars and Stripes staffers over firings

Three former staffers of the military-focused news outlet Stars and Stripes are suing the Pentagon, alleging their firings violated their First Amendment rights.

Judge again blocks Trump administration's attempt to restrict mail-in ballots

A federal judge stalled President Donald Trump’s order limiting mail-in voting, creating a legal roadblock before midterm ballots go out to voters.

Lake Ontario renaming: Rep. Dingell introduces legislation to block Trump's order

Following an executive order signed by President Donald Trump, the U.S. Department of Interior will now refer to Lake Ontario as Lake America. Now, House Democrats are looking for ways to reverse this decision.

Austin city leaders bring forward 'Book Safe Harbor' resolution

Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick is warning public school districts to remove books he considers offensive. However, Austin city leaders are making their position clear that people should have the freedom to read what they choose.

Who will replace Karoline Leavitt?

Thursday is Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt’s last day at the White House. 

New polling shows Texas Republicans leading in several key statewide races

New polling shows Republicans leading in several key statewide races with just a few weeks to go before voters head to the polls for the midterm elections.

Trump signs executive order to rename Lake Ontario to Lake America

President Donald Trump signed an executive order Thursday to rename Lake Ontario to Lake America, further deepening the rift between the U.S. and what was once one of its strongest allies.

Talarico leads Paxton as Texas voters rank affordability top concern, poll finds

A new Texas poll finds Democrat James Talarico leading Republican Ken Paxton in the 2026 U.S. Senate race. The survey also found affordability and cost of living are voters’ top concerns.

‘Book Safe Harbor’ Resolution at Austin libraries
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Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick is warning public school districts to remove books he considers offensive. However, Austin city leaders are making their position clear that people should have the freedom to read what they choose.

Cruz says 'it's no secret' he wants to be president

Sen. Ted Cruz said it is “no secret” that he wants to be president, but would not say whether he will run in 2028.

Judge denies Minnesota bid to keep ICE agent jailed in Texas

A judge has denied an attempt by Minnesota officials to block the release of the ICE agent charged in a January shooting in Minneapolis as the state battles with Texas Governor Greg Abbott over the agent's extradition.

Darline Graham wins South Carolina GOP senate nomination

Darline Graham has won the Republican nomination for U.S. Senate in South Carolina, defeating Rep. Ralph Norman after a close runoff election to determine the GOP nominee for the seat vacated after the passing of her brother, Sen. Lindsey Graham. 

Dallas estimates $1.8M security cost for the upcoming Republican National Convention

Dallas officials estimate police security for the upcoming Republican National Convention could cost $1.8 million as the city explores reimbursement options.