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The Latest Breaking News from Texas

Texas AG Moves to Jail Beto O'Rourke Over Redistricting Feud: 'It's Time to Lock Him Up'

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton requested a Tarrant County judge on Tuesday to jail former U.S. Rep. Beto O'Rourke

Latin Times · Aug 12, 2025

Before killing 3 in a Target parking lot, suspect had many run-ins with Texas police

Records show the accused 32-year-old gunman who opened fire in a Target parking lot in Texas, killing two adults and a child, has a history of arrests for domestic violence and assault

The Independent UK · Aug 12, 2025

Texas Senate approves new congressional lines as House Democrats remain out of state

Democrats' absence has halted work in the Texas House, which must also approve the new boundaries, for more than a week.

The Texas Tribune · Aug 12, 2025

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Victims of ‘random’ shooting at Target in Texas identified as grandfather with 4-year-old granddaughter and store worker, police say

The victims of suspected shooter Ethan Nieneker, 32, who opened fire at a Texas Target Monday afternoon, have been identified, police say

The Independent UK · Aug 12, 2025

Abbott vows to immediately call Texas lawmakers back to work if special session ends without new maps

The leaders of both chambers said they would adjourn for the session Friday if Democrats do not return, while the governor said he might add more items to his agenda.

The Texas Tribune · Aug 12, 2025

These are the best public bathrooms in America — and you can vote on your favorite

Nine bathrooms across New York City, Minnesota, Colorado, Kansas, Utah, Florida, New Hampshire, Texas, and California are among the finalists in Cintas’ best restroom competition

The Independent UK · Aug 12, 2025

Ken Paxton asks judge to jail Beto O’Rourke for fundraising Texas Dems' walkout

Paxton sued O’Rourke and his political group, Powered by People, last week, arguing that the group was deceptively fundraising for and illegally supporting Texas Democrats’ walkout.

The Texas Tribune · Aug 12, 2025

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Texas Supreme Court won’t rule for weeks on GOP requests to expel Democrats who left the state

The governor and attorney general have asked the court to find that Democratic lawmakers abandoned their seats when they left Texas to delay a new congressional map.

The Texas Tribune · Aug 12, 2025

Uvalde County leaders release video, records showing response to school shooting that left 21 dead

County leaders in Uvalde, Texas, have released police body camera video and documents detailing the law enforcement response during one of the deadliest classroom attacks in U.S. history

The Independent UK · Aug 12, 2025

Will a STAAR-Crossed Legislature Finally Enact Real Testing Reform?

It’s on the agenda at the Texas Capitol, but advocates worry heavy-handed "accountability" will remain intact.

Texas Observer · Aug 12, 2025

As Matthew Golden Makes a New Home in Green Bay, He Fulfills a Family Promise in Houston

As he prepares for his first NFL season with the Packers, the first-round pick made sure to give back to those closest to him in Houston.

Sports Illustrated · Aug 12, 2025

Gov. Abbott Says GOP May Seek To Escalate Redistricting Feud Further: 'Looking At All Options'

Texas Governor Greg Abbott said his administration could escalate its redistricting push even further as state Democrats continue blocking it

Latin Times · Aug 12, 2025

Governor Newsom demands Donald Trump to ‘stand down’ in 24 hours or pay the price

The president is evidently "playing with fire."

We Got This Covered · Aug 12, 2025

TribFest lineup adds CNN’s Abby Phillip, former AG Eric Holder, and new generation of Texas leaders

Reps. Caroline Fairly and James Talarico, along with Texas attorney general candidate Aaron Reitz, also join us to talk Texas’ future this November

The Texas Tribune · Aug 12, 2025

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The Texas Tribune · Aug 12, 2025

Colin Allred wants voters to know “I’m just as angry as they are” in new Senate bid

Allred says he has learned to show up more in his attempt at a Senate do-over. But critics contend he’s not generating enough attention.

The Texas Tribune · Aug 12, 2025

In redistricting clash, Texas GOP flexes power to shut down Democrats' last tool of resistance

Since Democratic lawmakers left Texas to delay Republicans’ new map, state leaders have challenged the limits of traditional democratic norms to break the impasse.

The Independent UK · Aug 12, 2025

Delivery drones are coming to more US neighborhoods after getting off to a slow start

Delivery drones are supposed to be fast, yet the long-promised technology has been slow to take off in the United States

Benzinga · Aug 12, 2025

Greg Abbott Threatens To 'Eliminate' 10 Democratic Districts As Texas Prepares Redistricting Counterstrike Against California's Map Overhaul

Governor Greg Abbott (R-Texas) is signaling an aggressive escalation in the national redistricting battle, warning that the Lone Star State could eliminate as many as 10 Democratic-held congressional districts if California moves forward with a plan to reduce the number of Republican seats.

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Benzinga · Aug 12, 2025

Nancy Pelosi Says Americans Know Republicans 'Ripped Away' Health Care, Will Lose Midterms — 'Unacceptable' They Want To Change Rules Mid-Game

Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.) on Monday accused Republicans of trying to "cheat" in Texas' election fight, as Democratic lawmakers left the state to block GOP proposals and rallied with California leaders in Sacramento.

The Independent UK · Aug 12, 2025

Marine sued after Texas woman claims he spiked her drink with abortion drugs, killing unborn child

The lawsuit alleges the Marine suggested a “trust building night,” which is when he’s accused of lacing her hot chocolate with abortion drugs

The Guardian - US · Aug 12, 2025

Gavin Newsom urges Trump to abandon Texas redistricting effort in letter

Message comes after Texas Democratic lawmakers stymied another GOP effort to gain more seats at president’s behest

The Independent UK · Aug 11, 2025

Uvalde shooter was ‘remarkable little boy’ before dark turn saw him kicked out of high school, new files reveal

Newly-released records cast light on gunman, police text messaging as the attack unfolded and its aftermath

Sports Illustrated · Aug 11, 2025

Ryan Day Has One Goal for Ohio State Fans During Week 1 Game Against Texas

Ohio State has one of the biggest tests of its national title defense in Week 1, when it kicks off the season against Texas, which was just ranked No. 1 in the AP Top 25 preseason poll.

The Guardian - US · Aug 11, 2025

Suspect arrested after shooting at Texas Target kills at least three people

Austin police chief said the suspect fled the scene and stole two cars before being captured and taken into custody

Reason · Aug 11, 2025

Lower Crime Hasn't Stopped Gun Control Push

Plus: The National Guard deployed to D.C., the Trump-Putin meeting on Ukraine, Texas Democrats flee the state, and a listener question on free speech in the U.K.

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