ICE officer released from Texas jail as extradition fight continues
Christian Castro was released after Texas detention limits expired, while a federal judge left Minnesota’s effort to secure his return unresolved.
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Texas revises ERCOT review timeline for data-center projects
Texas regulators gave ERCOT more time to verify large-load projects after the Aug. 7 deadline was missed; conditional classifications are due Aug. 31.
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Federal judge extends Big Bend construction pause through Sept. 15
A federal court agreement pauses new ground-disturbing border construction near Big Bend through Sept. 15, while a separate Santa Elena access restriction remains.
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Texas Families Ask Supreme Court to Review Ten Commandments Law
More than two dozen Texas families asked the Supreme Court to review a ruling upholding Texas’s required Ten Commandments displays in public-school classrooms.
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Texas Funding Keeps Amtrak’s Heartland Flyer Running Daily
A $4.2 million Texas transfer removes the immediate shutdown risk for Amtrak’s daily Heartland Flyer between Fort Worth and Oklahoma City.
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Texas transportation commission approves $138 billion, 10-year plan
The Texas Transportation Commission approved a 2027-2036 transportation roadmap with approximately $95 billion in projected project funding, plus $43 billion for development and routine maintenance.
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Texas agencies prepare 3% baseline-request reductions for 2028-29 budget
Texas agencies, courts and public colleges must identify 3% reductions in their 2028-29 base budget requests, but the directive does not cut current spending.
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Nocona council to address vacancy, water-infrastructure grant assistance
The Nocona City Council’s June 9 agenda included a plan to fill a vacancy through November 2026, consider grant-management help for a water project and review four funding requests.
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Wylie ISD registers $17.5 million career and agriculture center
A Texas project record lists a 34,557-square-foot Wylie ISD facility with a greenhouse and rodeo arena at 1301 Hensley Lane.
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Celina ISD schedules three facility openings for 2026-27
Celina ISD is scheduled to open two schools and an expanded high school when students return Aug. 12, 2026.
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Pasadena police force surpasses 300 officers
Pasadena’s police department has exceeded 300 officers for the first time, while municipal court adds recurring evening and weekend hours.
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Killeen begins new City Council meeting and comment rules
Killeen City Council’s revised procedures took effect after a 6-0 vote, changing meeting times, speaking limits and public comment.
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Brownsville City Hall modernization set to begin in December
Brownsville City Hall modernization work is scheduled to start in December 2026, with phased renovations and temporary department moves to Cummings Middle School.
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McKinney council approves Islamic association campus expansion
The McKinney City Council voted 7-0 to approve the Islamic association’s proposed Virginia Parkway campus expansion after a contentious public meeting.
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Celina ISD Plans to Open Three Facilities for 2026-27 School Year
Celina ISD plans to open three major facilities for the 2026-27 school year, with students scheduled to return Aug. 12, 2026.
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Fulshear Council Weighs Possible E-Scooter Prohibition
Fulshear officials are considering tighter e-scooter rules, including a possible prohibition, after months of safety education aimed at young riders.
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Midland Sets August Budget Proceeding as School Projects Advance
Midland’s city budget workshop and tax-rate-ceiling proceeding is set for Aug. 12, while Midland ISD reports progress on several construction and renovation projects.
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Edna pursues state funding for District 2 drainage and water-line improvements
The Edna City Council approved hiring Traylor and Associates to administer an application for Texas General Land Office funding for proposed District 2 drainage and water-line projects.
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Woodville candidates have until Aug. 17 to file for mayor and three alderman positions
Woodville’s filing period for the Nov. 3, 2026, municipal election ends at 5 p.m. Aug. 17. Four city offices or terms are listed for election.
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Crockett ISD updates 2026-27 schedules after regional safety exercise
Crockett ISD updated school times for 2026-27 and completed a regional safety exercise at Crockett High School before the new school year.
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Midland Sales-Tax Collections Reach $55.7 Million, Beat Budget
Midland collected $55.743 million in sales taxes through nine months of fiscal 2026, nearly 9% ahead of last year and $7.6 million above budget.
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Temple Acquires Santa Fe Trails Mobile-Home Park for Public Use
Temple has acquired the Santa Fe Trails Mobile Home Park through a mediated settlement and is working with residents as the property’s future takes shape.