The Latest Breaking News from Texas

Texas families can now apply for private school vouchers. Here’s what to know.

Families filed applications for more than 100,000 students by mid-February. The application period will close March 17.

The Texas Tribune · Feb 4

Mexico agrees to send US minimum water volume per year as Washington revises existing deal

The US has reached a deal which guarantees an annual minimum of water deliveries from Mexico, replacing the old system under which Mexico had to fulfil a quota on a five-year cycle. Washington says the deal is set to help farmers in southern states, particularly in Texas.

Euronews · Feb 4

Texas Education Agency warns districts of potential state takeovers for “encouraging” student protests

The state education agency issued guidance to districts after Gov. Greg Abbott directed its commissioner to investigate the student protests of killings by federal agents.

The Texas Tribune · Feb 4

The Indoor Gardening Setup Texans Love That Experts Say Is Wasting Your Money

Texas weather can make growing outside feel like a full-time job, so it’s no surprise that a lot of people bring herbs and greens indoors. The problem is that one popular indoor gardening setup looks sleek on a counter, promises “instant” harvests, and quietly drains your wallet with upgrades and…

Frugal Gardening · Feb 3

'More reason to deport every Indian': Florida Republican leader on Texas loss 'because of an Indian voting bloc'

As many Indian-Americans claimed that Republicans lost the election of Senate District 9 in Texas because of their growing hatred against Indians and Hindus, Florida Republican leader Chandler Langevin said this should be all the more reason to deport every Indian in Texas. "If Republicans lost a special election because…

The Times of India · Feb 3

Texas Instruments Stock: Is Wall Street Bullish or Bearish?

As Texas Instruments has outpaced the S&P 500 over the past year, Wall Street analysts maintain a moderately optimistic outlook about the stock’s prospects.

Barchart · Feb 3

Men’s Basketball Bracket Watch: Texas, Cal on the Bubble; Miami, Virginia Tech Out

Arizona, Duke, Michigan and UConn are on the one-seed line, but Illinois is making its case of late to grab a coveted top spot.

Sports Illustrated · Feb 3

Texas jails have more than 400 pregnant inmates monthly. The state is trying to understand what happens to them.

As a part of a yearlong study, Texas county jails are collecting data about pregnant inmates’ prenatal care, mental health indicators, pregnancy outcomes and more.

The Texas Tribune · Feb 3

Texas Supreme Court primaries: Who is running and what to know

The high court, currently made up entirely of Republicans, decides some of the most consequential cases impacting everyday Texans’ lives. Here’s a look at who’s running for the court’s four seats on the 2026 ballot.

The Texas Tribune · Feb 3

4 Reasons I Regret Relying Solely on Social Security When I Retired

Jean and Edward Lewis of Texas retired on only Social Security income and have some regrets about it. Read on to find out why.

GOBankingRates · Feb 3