A bill was introduced in the Texas Legislature to repeal state laws requiring certain sheriffs to enter into agreements with Immigration and Customs Enforcement to enforce federal immigration law. The bill also provides for a grant program.
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The window opened for filing bills for the 2027 Texas Legislature session, beginning a new era under a Democratic governor and divided Legislature. Bill filing continues through March 12, with the session convening January 12.
Gina Hinojosa, Governor-elect; Vikki Goodwin, Lieutenant Governor-elect; Senfronia Thompson, Democratic state representative and 1 more
After Democrats won the 2026 Texas midterm elections, Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones said political turnover creates an opportunity to legalize sports gambling in Texas. Jones has long supported legalizing sports betting and expressed this view on his team's radio station.
Jerry Jones, Dallas Cowboys owner; James Talarico, Democrat elected to Texas Senate; Gina Hinojosa, Democrat elected Texas Governor and 3 more
As the 2027 legislative session filing period begins, Greater Houston lawmakers have announced proposals to regulate data center development and address infrastructure costs. The San Antonio Water System is also considering policy changes for data centers following local council action.
State Rep. Cody Vasut, Republican from Angleton; Sen. Paul Bettencourt, Houston-area Republican senator; Rep. Senfronia Thompson, Houston Democratic representative and 5 more
Texas elected its first Latina governor, Gina Hinojosa, and first female lieutenant governor, Vikki Goodwin, on Tuesday. State Rep. Senfronia Thompson announced Friday she had the votes to become House speaker when the Legislature convenes in January under the first Democratic House majority since 2003.
Gina Hinojosa, Elected governor, first Latina governor of Texas; Vikki Goodwin, Elected lieutenant governor, first female lieutenant governor of Texas; Senfronia Thompson, State Representative; announced she has votes to become House speaker and 3 more
State Rep. Senfronia Thompson announced she has pledged support from a majority of House members to become the next Texas House speaker. The formal vote will occur when the Legislature convenes on Jan. 12, 2027.
Senfronia Thompson, State Rep., Houston Democrat, candidate for House speaker; Al Green, U.S. Rep., Houston Democrat, attended announcement; Rafael Anchia, State Rep., Dallas Democrat, spoke at announcement and 3 more
Democrat Gina Hinojosa won the Texas governor's race, reversing years of Republican Gov. Greg Abbott's aggressive border enforcement. Hinojosa said she would review Operation Lone Star's budget. Houston Mayor John Whitmire signed a directive limiting ICE cooperation during traffic stops.
Greg Abbott, Republican governor (previous); Gina Hinojosa, Democrat elected governor; John Whitmire, Houston mayor and 1 more
University of Texas men's tennis junior Oliver Ojakaar advanced to the NCAA Singles Championships after winning his quarterfinal match at the ITA Central Sectional Championships in Waco on November 7.
Oliver Ojakaar, Texas men's tennis junior, No. 43 seed in rankings; Tito Chavez, Oklahoma tennis player; Cooper Woestendick, TCU tennis player, No. 4 seed and 3 more
A 42-year-old Buna man was arrested on November 6, 2026, following a reported assault at a residence in Jasper County. He was charged with Assault Family Violence – Impeding Breath or Circulation, a third-degree felony.
Jeremy Odom, 42-year-old Buna man arrested and charged with Assault Family Violence – Impeding Breath or Circulation; Sergeant Nick, Jasper County Sheriff's Office deputy who responded to the reported assault; Silsbee Police Department, Officers who located and detained Odom and 1 more