TEXAS NEWS
Two cases of measles detected at Dilley immigrant family detention center
Read full article: Two cases of measles detected at Dilley immigrant family detention centerThe cases come amid renewed nationwide scrutiny of the facility following the transfer there of Liam Conejo Ramos, a 5-year-old Ecuadorian boy who federal agents arrested along with his father in Minneapolis.
In the West Texas oil patch, companies plan gas power plants to run new data centers
Read full article: In the West Texas oil patch, companies plan gas power plants to run new data centersThe developer of one project, in Pecos County, calls it the largest power project in the U.S. Data centers are sparking a surge of gas power plant construction in Texas.
How Taylor Rehmet upset a MAGA candidate to flip a North Texas Senate district Trump carried by 17 points
Read full article: How Taylor Rehmet upset a MAGA candidate to flip a North Texas Senate district Trump carried by 17 pointsRepublicans dismissed the result as a one-off explained by the unpredictability of special elections. Others cited Rehmet’s working-class appeal and Latino and suburban backlash to GOP policies.
After two Houston Congress members died in office, Al Green defends his seniority to voters
Read full article: After two Houston Congress members died in office, Al Green defends his seniority to votersThe 78-year-old Democrat is up against two younger opponents, including Rep.-elect Christian Menefee, in a district left vacant for 11 months after the death of Sylvester Turner.
Texas land commissioner primary: Who is running and what you need to know
Read full article: Texas land commissioner primary: Who is running and what you need to knowThe General Land Office oversees investments that earn billions of dollars for public education, manages state lands, operates the Alamo and distributes benefits to Texas veterans. Here’s a look at who’s running in the 2026 Democratic and Republican primaries and where they stand.
Two CBP agents identified in Alex Pretti shooting are from South Texas
Read full article: Two CBP agents identified in Alex Pretti shooting are from South TexasBorder Patrol agent Jesus Ochoa and Customs and Border Protection officer Raymundo Gutierrez fired on Pretti during a protest in Minneapolis last month, according to government records viewed by ProPublica.
Houston Democrat Christian Menefee wins special election to complete Sylvester Turner’s term in Congress
Read full article: Houston Democrat Christian Menefee wins special election to complete Sylvester Turner’s term in CongressThe former Harris County attorney defeated Amanda Edwards in Texas’ 18th Congressional District. The two will face off again in the March 3 primary for a redrawn version of the district.
Talarico began 2026 with bigger war chest than Crockett in Democratic Senate primary awash in cash
Read full article: Talarico began 2026 with bigger war chest than Crockett in Democratic Senate primary awash in cashCrockett raised about $2 million between her Dec. 8 campaign launch and year’s end, about one-third of Talarico’s haul over the first three weeks of his Senate bid.
Texas’ long love affair with wrestling could be getting serious
Read full article: Texas’ long love affair with wrestling could be getting seriousThe sport’s been in Texas for nearly a century, but has yet to achieve the recognition other industries have. Its recent successes in the state could change all that.
Cornyn continues to lead Texas Senate GOP field in fundraising, cash reserves as primary hits homestretch
Read full article: Cornyn continues to lead Texas Senate GOP field in fundraising, cash reserves as primary hits homestretchDespite dominating the airwaves, Texas’ senior senator has been neck and neck with Attorney General Ken Paxton in public polling, both falling well short of the support needed to avoid a runoff.
Texas lawmakers: Cannabis is here to stay. And we will regulate the market in 2027.
Read full article: Texas lawmakers: Cannabis is here to stay. And we will regulate the market in 2027.Lawmakers and industry leaders gathered in Austin this week to discuss the future of the market. “We almost have to take it on,” a Republican state House member said.
Judge orders 5-year-old Liam Ramos and his dad released from detention in Texas
Read full article: Judge orders 5-year-old Liam Ramos and his dad released from detention in TexasImages of Liam Conejo Ramos, with a bunny hat and Spiderman backpack being surrounded by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement Officers, sparked even more outcry about President Donald Trump's administration's immigration crackdown.
Texas has stopped state agencies and universities from filing new H-1B visa applications. Here’s what that means.
Read full article: Texas has stopped state agencies and universities from filing new H-1B visa applications. Here’s what that means.Immigration experts weigh in on who is affected by Gov. Greg Abbott’s order, what the impact will be on employers and how certain sectors might be affected.
Hundreds of Texas public school students walk out to protest ICE killings
Read full article: Hundreds of Texas public school students walk out to protest ICE killingsSome students walked out of schools Friday afternoon to join demonstrations throughout the country condemning the actions of immigration enforcement officials.
Democrat Taylor Rehmet wins solidly red Texas Senate seat in stunning special election upset
Read full article: Democrat Taylor Rehmet wins solidly red Texas Senate seat in stunning special election upsetWith ballots tallied from all but a handful of voting centers, Rehmet had 57% of the vote, besting the 43% for his GOP opponent, Leigh Wambsganss, who had a massive spending advantage.
Pearland ISD faculty surprised with teacher’s lounge makeover at Silverlake Elementary
Read full article: Pearland ISD faculty surprised with teacher’s lounge makeover at Silverlake ElementaryA surprise makeover gave teachers at Silver Lake Elementary a brand-new space to relax and recharge, thanks to a furniture donation from American Furniture Warehouse and the Houston Home and Garden Show.
Dan Patrick lists property tax cuts, “preventing Sharia law” among priorities for 2027 session
Read full article: Dan Patrick lists property tax cuts, “preventing Sharia law” among priorities for 2027 sessionPatrick’s initial five-item to-do list also included assessing risks posed by hostile foreign entities to the grid’s supply chain and preventing fraud in Texas’ health and human services.
Texas Education Agency moves to correct 4,200 errors in Bible-infused curriculum
Read full article: Texas Education Agency moves to correct 4,200 errors in Bible-infused curriculumState Board of Education members criticized the publishing errors and postponed their vote on the agency’s request until their next meeting.
In Senate Democratic primary, Crockett steps up appeals to Latinos with ICE facility visit, South Texas rally
Read full article: In Senate Democratic primary, Crockett steps up appeals to Latinos with ICE facility visit, South Texas rallyAfter coming under fire for some earlier comments about Latinos, Crockett is working to narrow Democratic rival James Talarico’s lead among the key voting bloc.
After a death at an El Paso ICE facility was ruled a homicide, will prosecutors pursue a criminal case?
Read full article: After a death at an El Paso ICE facility was ruled a homicide, will prosecutors pursue a criminal case?Because Geraldo Lunas Campos died at a military base, the El Paso District Attorney says any criminal case may fall to federal prosecutors. But criminal law experts say the state doesn’t have to defer to them.
Texas’ power grid weathered another winter storm. Is it ready for the future?
Read full article: Texas’ power grid weathered another winter storm. Is it ready for the future?Five years after Winter Storm Uri caused catastrophic blackouts that killed hundreds, the electric grid has changed significantly, but increasing demand means it will have to adapt even more.
Houston hip-hop legend DJ Michael 5000 Watts hospitalized, family requests prayers
Read full article: Houston hip-hop legend DJ Michael 5000 Watts hospitalized, family requests prayersHouston hip-hop icon DJ Michael “5000” Watts, founder of Swishahouse Records, has been hospitalized due to serious health issues.
Jasmine Crockett, James Talarico in dead heat in Texas’ Senate Democratic primary, new poll finds
Read full article: Jasmine Crockett, James Talarico in dead heat in Texas’ Senate Democratic primary, new poll findsThe survey of likely Democratic voters suggests the March 3 primary is a toss-up less than three weeks out from early voting.
Federal officials close discrimination case over Texas’ distribution of Hurricane Harvey aid
Read full article: Federal officials close discrimination case over Texas’ distribution of Hurricane Harvey aidThe U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development has ended a yearslong investigation into how the General Land Office handled $1 billion in disaster aid.
This newspaper publisher is challenging her fellow Republicans to do better for rural Texas
Read full article: This newspaper publisher is challenging her fellow Republicans to do better for rural TexasSuzanne Bellsnyder used to work for Republicans in Austin. Now she’s challenging them to do better for rural Texas, where she lives and operates two newspapers and a growing Substack newsletter.
Hill Country floods are worsening mental health issues in Kerr County, report finds
Read full article: Hill Country floods are worsening mental health issues in Kerr County, report findsIn Kerr County, the July 4 flood is expected to quadruple serious emotional disturbances in children and more than triple adult PTSD cases this year.
Rep. Sylvia Garcia, Al Green and faith leaders condemn ICE killings, call for federal reform
Read full article: Rep. Sylvia Garcia, Al Green and faith leaders condemn ICE killings, call for federal reformTexas Congresswoman Sylvia Garcia will call for immediate federal action Thursday in Houston, condemning ICE killings and pushing for legislation to restore local control over immigration enforcement.
SpaceX wants a tax break meant to create jobs in low-income areas. Critics question the benefits.
Read full article: SpaceX wants a tax break meant to create jobs in low-income areas. Critics question the benefits.Elon Musk’s company got a boost in its application by the Starbase city commissioners. Two commissioners are SpaceX employees.
Vacant for 11 months, one of Texas’ bluest congressional districts will pick new representative Saturday
Read full article: Vacant for 11 months, one of Texas’ bluest congressional districts will pick new representative SaturdayTwo Democrats are competing to serve out the rest of Sylvester Turner’s term. The winner will have a two-week incumbency advantage before early voting begins in the March primary.
Proposed reading list for Texas students draws concern over religious themes, lack of diversity
Read full article: Proposed reading list for Texas students draws concern over religious themes, lack of diversityFaced with a proposed list of almost 300 readings for K-12 students, the State Board of Education delayed a vote until April.
Lawmakers, protesters demand release of 5-year-old held at Texas immigration detention center
Read full article: Lawmakers, protesters demand release of 5-year-old held at Texas immigration detention centerState troopers deployed pepper spray at protesters at the family detention center near Dilley where a 5-year-old Ecuadorian’s detention has drawn nationwide attention.
Who’s hiring? Here are a list of job openings in the Houston area
Read full article: Who’s hiring? Here are a list of job openings in the Houston areaLooking for a job in the Greater Houston area? Multiple companies are hiring across industries including food & beverage, healthcare, senior care, skilled trades, legal, pet care, and seasonal events. Positions range from merchandisers and drivers to caregivers, technicians, and administrative roles — many with competitive pay and flexible hours. Check out the full list of openings and apply directly through the links provided.
Rep. Julie Johnson traded stocks from company that helps Trump’s deportation efforts despite anti-ICE comments
Read full article: Rep. Julie Johnson traded stocks from company that helps Trump’s deportation efforts despite anti-ICE commentsAmong Texas congressional lawmakers, Johnson has made the second-highest number of trades, amassing a volume of $4.24 million.