Patrick to Texas school districts: 'We're coming for your books'

Texas Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick issued a stark warning for school districts that do not remove books that he believes are offensive.

Abbott orders review of how school districts are spending money

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott has ordered the comptroller to conduct a review of how school districts are spending their money.

CBP officers discover $14.9 million in meth hidden in fresh celery at Texas border

U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers seized nearly $15 million worth of methamphetamine hidden inside a commercial shipment of fresh celery at the Pharr International Bridge cargo facility, federal officials announced Wednesday.

Abbott announces special election to replace former state Sen. Brian Birdwell

Gov. Greg Abbott has set a special election to finish out former state Sen. Brian Birdwell's term after he resigned the seat to a take a position as an assistant U.S. secretary of defense.

Ranked: The best US cities for home buyers in 2026, according to data

A new WalletHub analysis ranks the best U.S. cities for home buyers in 2026, comparing 300 cities based on 17 measures of real estate market strength, affordability and economic conditions.

SXSW 2027: What's new and changes for event

SXSW 2026 looked a lot different from previous years and organizers say there will be some more changes in 2027.

Arrests made in Pflugerville gun store break-in
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Two teenagers have been arrested in connection with a July break-in at a Pflugerville gun store where 34 firearms were stolen.

Hatchet attack at Hutto Home Depot leads to arrest
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An Austin man has been arrested for allegedly critically injuring a 79-year-old man in an “unprovoked and random" hatchet attack at a Hutto Home Depot last week.

Leander ISD's VATRE proposal
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School districts across Central Texas are looking for ways to bridge growing budget gaps. Now, some are turning to voters.