U.S. Rep. Jodey Arrington, who carried Trump’s tax and spending megabill, is retiring

Lawsuit blames Texas abortion ban for San Antonio woman’s death

Tierra Walker, who was 20 weeks pregnant, died of a serious complication known as preeclampsia in December 2024.

Mike Morath wanted Texas to reach No. 1 in education. Test scores show there’s more work to do.

Appointed a decade ago, the education commissioner insists that when he has direct oversight, academic gains follow. His critics await better student outcomes.

Inmate convicted of triple murder in small Texas town set for execution

LeJames Norman would become the fifth inmate put to death by the state this year barring a U.S. Supreme Court reprieve. His codefendant is scheduled for execution a week later.

ERCOT quickly back tracks after approving contract that would let CEO earn $6.4 million in 2027

Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick balked at the contract two boards approved for Pablo Vegas. The ERCOT chief said officials then decided not to execute the deal.

Texas and feds announce noncitizen voting charges against seven people

State officials also referred 117 people for investigation related to noncitizen voting, but confirmed nearly 600 other flagged voters are U.S. citizens.