Harris County Commissioner Lesley Briones announced a balanced budget for fiscal year 2026, focusing on public safety and officer pay parity. The plan includes funding for key programs like HART, the TeleDeputy initiative, and court resource improvements, while addressing fiscal challenges with a $130 million deficit.
The owner of Rodeo Dallas accuses a real estate firm of attempting to gentrify Deep Ellum. The lawsuit sparked discussions on urban development and cultural identity in Dallas.
COTALAND, a new theme park now under construction in Austin, Texas, is scheduled to open in 2026. The project is expected to create jobs, boost tourism, and provide family-friendly attractions.
BTS leader RM marked his 31st birthday with an ₱8 million donation to Seoul National University Children’s Hospital and the National Cancer Center, continuing his philanthropic support for healthcare initiatives in South Korea.
Texas Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick criticizes Gov. Greg Abbott’s executive order regulating hemp-derived THC, citing concerns over potential legalization and risks to minors, while Abbott focuses on consumer safety and market regulation.
Juan Gomez de Liano signed a three-year contract with Converge on September 13, 2023, after being selected as the second overall pick in the PBA Rookie Draft. The deal marks his longest professional contract to date.
Poland opened its 2025 FIVB Men’s World Championship campaign in Manila with a straight-sets victory over Romania, showcasing their strength in the first Group B match.
A man was shot near an east-side gas station in San Antonio and drove himself to another location for help. SAPD is investigating the incident and seeking information from the public. The victim is in stable condition as authorities work to determine the motive and identify suspects.
Former President Donald Trump calls on NATO nations to discontinue Russian oil purchases to help end the Ukraine war. This move aims to cut off financial resources to Russia’s military operations. NATO’s complex energy reliance on Russia poses significant challenges to this strategy.
Two Houston firefighters sustained injuries while fighting a two-alarm fire at Christ Church on Fuqua Street. Both have been released from the hospital. The cause of the fire remains under investigation.