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.
Kerrville, Texas, considers an 8% property tax increase after a disaster declaration due to recent flooding. The move aims to aid recovery efforts without requiring voter approval.
Texas saw a 36% increase in vaccine exemption requests in July 2023, raising public health concerns. New legislation allows easier access to exemption forms, contributing to the surge. Federal funding cuts add to the challenge of maintaining high vaccination rates in schools.
Texas House Democrats have returned to Austin, ending a weeks-long standoff that had stalled legislative activity during a pivotal period for the state’s political future.
A lawsuit has been filed against Austin Mayor Kirk Watson and the entire city council over the wording used in a recent tax rate election.
Texas DPS rolls out a new driver’s license design featuring enhanced security measures, including a tamper-resistant polycarbonate material and a laser-engraved black star for REAL ID compliance, to prevent counterfeiting and protect residents from identity theft.
Texas health officials have declared the end of the measles outbreak in West Texas after 42 days without new cases. The outbreak resulted in 762 cases and two deaths. Vaccination efforts and public health initiatives played a crucial role in controlling the spread of the disease. Texas authorities continue to monitor regional health to prevent future outbreaks.