A former Dallas Housing Authority maintenance supervisor has been sentenced to two years in federal prison for orchestrating a scheme that federal officials say stole nearly half a million dollars in public housing funds.
The Dallas City Council has approved plans for a new housing community for homeless veterans on 7.3 acres of city-owned land in southern Dallas, officials said Wednesday.
The city of Austin estimates that renaming Cesar Chavez Street could cost up to $1.2 million, according to city officials who outlined the plan during a recent City Council work session.
A new biography by San Antonio-raised writer Andy Beta examines the life and music of jazz musician Alice Coltrane and documents renewed interest in her recordings nearly two decades after her death.
Texas Parks and Wildlife Department has acquired nearly 54,000 acres in Edwards and Kinney counties for a future state park, according to state officials.
Political turnout driven by high-profile congressional races in Houston’s 18th District influenced results in the Democratic primary runoff for Harris County judge, political observers said Wednesday after former Houston City Council member Letitia Plummer defeated former Houston Mayor Annise Parker.
The Criminal Investigation and Detection Group (CIDG) said Sen. Robin Padilla had “indispensable cooperation” in the alleged escape of Sen. Ronald “Bato” dela Rosa, CIDG director Maj. Gen. Robert Alexander Morico II said on Tuesday, as authorities moved to pursue an obstruction of justice complaint.
The Police Regional Office in Davao Region said Thursday that Sen. Ronald “Bato” dela Rosa’s lawyer has received the order revoking the senator’s firearms license and registrations.
Filipino tennis player Alex Eala has been included in the 2026 Forbes “30 Under 30” list for sports and entertainment, recognizing young athletes and entertainers making an impact in their fields.
Yuliia Starodubtseva upset Australian Open champion Elena Rybakina in the second round of the French Open on Wednesday, winning 3-6, 6-1, 7-6 (4) at Roland Garros.