Victims and families of the people who died in the 2019 attack offered impact testimonies as the trial ended. "I have no more room for hate in my heart," said Yvonne Gonzalez, who lost her parents.

The Texas Senate has passed a ban on consumable THC products, and the bill is now being considered by the House. Some lawmakers say the booming business has caused health problems and allowed sales to minors.

Senate Bill 22 would increase funding for in-state film and TV production to $500 million every two years, up from $200 million now.

Elon Musk is asking the state to give him the power to close Boca Chica Beach on SpaceX’s schedule just as rocket launches there may spike. Local leaders and environmentalists stand in opposition.

The agency put the brakes on a plan to build a larger parking structure at the campus, which opened in 2022. It cited an abundance of remote workers.

About 500 Texans, mostly young unvaccinated children, have contracted the disease. The U.S. health secretary was in West Texas to visit the family.

A court ruling means Austin ISD has less time to improve the school's ratings and is at greater risk of a takeover. The district could also close Dobie and revamp it or partner with a charter to avoid state intervention.

A judge blocked the release of the state’s 2023 school ratings after a lawsuit from more than 120 Texas school districts.

Paxton, who was accused of abusing his office to help a campaign donor, also beat impeachment charges based on these same corruption allegations.

State workers came back to cramped offices and packed parking lots this week. They said the new policy is unworkable.