Texas House and Senate pass new camp safety bills following Camp Mystic flooding tragedy. Legislation aims to prevent future incidents with stricter safety protocols and evacuation plans for camps statewide.
The San Antonio City Council approved a $489 million plan for a new downtown Spurs arena. The decision, opposed by Mayor Jones, excludes voter input on city funding but includes a $311 million venue tax funding on the Nov. 4 ballot.
FEMA opens a Disaster Recovery Center in Kerrville, Texas, to support July Fourth flood victims, offering face-to-face assistance, document submissions, and recovery guidance.
The Texas Senate has passed a controversial GOP-backed redistricting bill, increasing Republican-leaning districts and raising concerns over minority representation. The move sets the stage for potential legal challenges.
Texas announces a $146 billion plan to improve roads and traffic congestion. TxDOT to invest in expanding and maintaining highways under the Unified Transportation Program, focusing on safety, mobility, and economic growth.
The Texas Senate has passed a bill mandating weather alerts and safety measures at youth camps following a fatal flood tragedy, aiming to improve child safety across the state.
Texas enacts laws banning roadside animal sales, effective September 1, 2025. House Bills 2012 and 2731 enable counties around Harris County to enforce bans, aiming to improve community safety and reduce animal overpopulation.
Houston Texans player Jimmie Ward is facing a $20 million lawsuit following his arrest in June. The legal action concerns the events surrounding his detainment. Texans Coach DeMeco Ryans emphasized the importance of not rushing to judgment as the legal proceedings unfold.
A federal judge in Austin, Texas, issued a temporary injunction blocking the display of Ten Commandments posters in classrooms following a lawsuit alleging constitutional violations. This legal battle may set a precedent and impact nationwide education policies regarding religious displays.
The Texas House approved a GOP-favored congressional map after a delay from a Democratic walkout. The map aims to secure Republican advantages in upcoming U.S. House elections.