Greg Abbott

Several media outlets, quoting anonymous federal officials, reported that hundreds of Texas troops could be coming home soon from the Chicago area after their activation was halted by a federal court.

CEO Sundar Pichai announced the investment with Gov. Greg Abbott during a press conference Friday.

Gov. Greg Abbott formally announced his fourth gubernatorial run in Houston on Sunday. The incumbent Republican, who currently has around $87 million in his campaign war chest, will face two opponents in the 2026 party primary election.

The state comptroller's office said it would stop issuing or renewing certifications under the Historically Underutilized Business program. Acting Comptroller Kelly Hancock said it was the latest step toward ending DEI in Texas.

At President Trump's direction, Gov. Greg Abbott authorized the deployment of hundreds of troops to Illinois to "safeguard" U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents.

Gov. Greg Abbott appointed Kyle Hawkins to the state's highest court after a former justice said he wasn't seeking reelection earlier this year. Hawkins most recently served as part of the transition team to the Trump administration for the U.S. Office of the Solicitor General.

The 5th Circuit last year overturned its previous ruling that allowed racial groups to band together to challenge voting maps, laying the groundwork for Texas' mid-decade redistricting.

The Secretary of State's Office has sent the names of potential noncitizens to county officials, who must now verify each voter's eligibility.

A federal judge temporarily blocked parts of the law, which limits "expressive activity" on college campuses.

Drought conditions across Texas have intensified since earlier this year.