More than $1.2M in alleged cocaine seized at Texas border bridges
U.S. Border Patrol agents seized more than $1.2 million worth of suspected cocaine during two separate drug busts last week at South Texas border crossings, federal authorities said.
U.S. Border Patrol agents seized more than $1.2 million worth of suspected cocaine during two separate drug busts last week at South Texas border crossings, federal authorities said.
Fuel prices are expected to keep rising heading into the summer, with analysts warning that drivers could see some of the highest gas costs in years as global tensions and seasonal demand converge.
About 76,000 fewer students enrolled in Texas public schools during the current academic year, marking the first non-pandemic decline in nearly 40 years, according to a report released Monday by Texas 2036, which found that Hispanic students accounted for most of the decrease.
Texans are traveling for Memorial Day weekend across Texas, Mexico, and other destinations despite gasoline prices reaching as high as $4 per gallon in parts of the state, with industry data showing holiday travel levels remain similar to last year and many travelers adjusting trip plans to offset higher fuel costs.
The Texas Board of Nursing has temporarily suspended the license of Camp Mystic’s chief health officer, alleging she failed to prepare and respond appropriately to a catastrophic Hill Country flood that killed campers and counselors last summer.
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton filed a lawsuit on Thursday against messaging platform WhatsApp and its parent company Meta Platforms, alleging violations of Texas data privacy law over claims related to user encryption and data access.
The City of Houston and short-term rental companies are increasing efforts to prevent unauthorized parties and nuisance complaints during Memorial Day weekend as rain forecasts may push more gatherings indoors.
Texas public school enrollment declined by more than 76,000 students during the 2025-26 school year, with Hispanic students accounting for most of the decrease, according to an analysis of Texas Education Agency data released by Texas 2036.
Texas is rejecting Austin’s request to keep several painted street markings, including the “Black Artists Matter” mural on East 11th Street, Pride crosswalks downtown and the burnt orange “TEXAS” mural near the University of Texas at Austin campus, according to a letter sent by the Texas Department of Transportation on May 18.
The Texas Department of State Health Services confirmed Tuesday the first human case of West Nile virus in Texas this year, prompting health officials to urge residents to take precautions against mosquito bites.