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Friday, October 16

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

Albuquerque police recover vehicle in Texas murder investigation

Albuquerque Police Department detectives found a stolen white SUV with Texas plates during an anti-crime operation at the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta. The vehicle is tied to a Texas homicide and missing person investigation involving Richard Pastor Perez, who is suspected of killing his estranged wife. An arrest warrant for murder has been issued for Perez by Denton authorities.

Richard Pastor Perez, suspect in killing his estranged wife; Marjulin Daiuru Briceño Arrieta, alleged victim; Albuquerque Police Department, located vehicle and assisted Denton Police and 2 more

Reported by 2 outletsFound via Google News

Friday, October 9

Denton County GOP places six billboards ahead of November election

The Denton County Republican Party placed six billboards across the county with the message "PROTECT OUR FUTURE VOTE REPUBLICAN" to boost Republican turnout ahead of the November 3 election. The party encouraged residents to photograph the signs and share pictures.

Denton County Republican Party, Organization placing billboards; Aaron Rocha, Creative director for Denton County Republican Party; Melinda Preston, Chairman of Denton County Republican Party and 1 more

Reported by 2 outletsFound via Google News

Wednesday, October 7

North Texas school district teacher charged with child sex crimes

A Hebron High School teacher was charged with indecency with a child by sexual contact and child grooming after police investigated concerning messages between her and a student. She turned herself in Tuesday and was transferred to Denton County Jail.

Gloria Martinez Resendiz, Hebron High School teacher, age 35; Carrollton Police, Law enforcement investigating the case; Lewisville ISD, School district employer and 1 more

One outletOnly left-leaning outlets reported thisFound via Google News