Bill limiting protests at public universities awaits Gov. Abbott’s approval
The bill’s text says it may not be construed to limit freedom of speech or expression as protected by the First Amendment or Texas Constitution. Critics wonder how this is possible, saying the bill in its entirety is an imposition of prohibitions on rights defined in those texts.
Suspect in 2020 Houston murder arrested near Austin
A suspect wanted for a fatal shooting in Houston has been arrested in Travis County.
Sex offender who escaped Austin psych hospital arrested in Houston
A sex offender who escaped an Austin psychiatric hospital is back in custody, according to the Grimes County Sheriff's Office.
Bill requiring sheriffs to work with ICE passes Texas legislature
In its original form, the bill would have applied only to counties with populations over 100,000. On May 24, the House passed an amended version in an 89-50 vote that would apply to all sheriffs in the state.
3 Texas men arrested in Illinois bank 'jugging' scheme
Three Texas men have been arrested and charged in a bank “jugging” incident in Illinois, according to the Elmhurst Police Department. The men are from Dallas, Houston, and Windemere, which is just outside of Austin.
Texas' $338 billion budget passes Senate, heads to Gov. Abbott's desk
Property tax relief, public schools, and more: Here's how your tax dollars will be spent over the next two years.
Texas THC ban: Advocates seeking SB 3 veto to hold Monday press conference in Austin
Over 100,000 petition signatures and thousands of letters are expected to be delivered to Gov. Greg Abbott’s office in relation to their plea.
Texas reps rally against Senate amendment pruning medical marijuana expansion
An amendment passed by the Texas Senate to a bill defining medical marijuana use in the state greatly reduces applicable patients compared to the version passed by the House.
Austin mosques targeted by vandalism, CAIR-Austin says
CAIR-Austin is calling for more security after three mosques were targeted by vandalism.
Texas legislation: THC restrictions pass House; tentative deal reached on school funding
Texas lawmakers made progress on several bills Wednesday, including one regarding public school funding.
Former Uvalde mayor’s police training bill heads to Gov. Abbott’s desk
A bill intended to fix some issues in police training that may have contributed to the 2022 Uvalde school shooting now awaits Gov. Greg Abbott’s approval.
Fort Worth children's hospital's colorful display challenges insurance-axing bill
125 colorful cardboard kids outside a Fort Worth children's hospital represent thousands of young patients who stand to have their insurance cut by proposed Texas legislation.
Texas Senate approves legislation to shut down Texas Lottery Commission
The Texas Senate has approved legislation that would shut down the Texas Lottery Commission.
How much Texans need to earn to afford the average home
How much of your paycheck would have to go to buying house? Here's what homeowners need to know.
Texas lawmakers look to expand law on use of medical marijuana
Texas lawmakers are looking to expand the law that allows the use of medical marijuana. The expansion comes as lawmakers are also looking to clamp down on hemp products sold across the state.
ACL Music Festival 2025: Who's performing this year?
The lineup for the Austin City Limits Music Festival is out. See who the headliners are and who else is performing.
Texas OL Nick Brooks was headed to strip club to meet recruits when he was arrested for DWI, docs show
Texas Longhorns football player Nick Brooks told an officer that he was coming from a 21 and up club on West 6th that “makes exceptions for UT football players" before he was arrested for DWI, documents show.
Local leaders share concern for SB 17 during press conference ; Local Republicans react
Senate Bill 17, which seeks to ban land ownership in Texas for individuals from specific foreign countries, has stirred significant controversy.
Lotto.com sues Texas Lottery Commission after banning retail couriers
One of the largest lotto courier services, Lotto.com, pushed back against the Texas Lottery Commission (TLC) and its acting Deputy Executive Director, Sergio Rey. This came after the TLC decided to ban retail couriers.
Austin mortuary employee accused of experimenting on corpses, filing fraudulent death certificates
A North Austin mortuary employee is now facing multiple felonies in connection with alleged “experiments" on corpses and fraudulently-obtained death certificates.