Monday, October 19, 2026

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Friday, October 16

Taxes & Budget

Governor Abbott requests federal disaster tax relief for July storm victims

Governor Abbott sent a letter to U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent on October 15, 2026, requesting federal disaster tax relief for individuals and businesses affected by severe storms and flooding that began on July 14, 2026.

Abbott requests temporary suspension of federal tax filing and payment deadlines and waiver of late fees and penalties for taxpayers in all 62 counties affected by July storms.

Greg Abbott, Governor of Texas; Scott Bessent, U.S. Treasury Secretary

Official record and 1 moreFound via Google News

Wednesday, October 14

Public SafetyHoward County, Texas

Man arrested on murder charge after Howard County domestic dispute and pursuit

A 49-year-old Big Spring man was arrested on a murder charge following a domestic disturbance at a Howard County residence. Elizabeth Cervantes, 38, was found dead inside. Gonzalez led law enforcement on a vehicle pursuit before being apprehended in Dawson County.

$2 million for bond

Zyon Gonzalez, suspect arrested on murder charge; Elizabeth Cervantes, victim, 38 years old; Texas Department of Public Safety, law enforcement agency and 4 more

Reported by 6 outletsFound via Google News