Texas
Republicans defend US House majority as 50 competitive races loom ahead of 2026 midterms
The outcome of the races could decide whether Democrats gain the three seats needed to reclaim control of the chamber from Republicans.
ICE agent re-arrested after being charged with lying over Minnesota shooting
Texas Republicans turn against data centers, putting big tech on notice
Federal judge blocks Texas drag ban, ruling the law violates free speech rights
Death toll in Texas flooding nears 100 as search ongoing for 11 missing campers
US President Donald Trump, whose administration has made intensive cuts to the National Weather Service, pushed back against allegations that the cuts affected disaster response teams.
Death toll from Texas floods rises to 67, many still missing
The Kerr County Sheriff's Office reported 13 people were found dead in "catastrophic flooding" in the area.
As pro-Israel event in Texas canceled, US must stop bowing to jihadist threats
The event had already been relocated from its original Dallas venue after American, pro-Hamas, jihadist groups issued threats to “target” the Israel Summit.
Don’t mess with Israel: A new post-October 7 strategy - opinion
The preemptive strike on Iran sends a clear message to Israel’s adversaries – don’t mess with us.
At least 62 Israelis infected with measles amid outbreak, Health Ministry says
Measles is a highly contagious viral disease, transmitted through the air via tiny droplets from bodily fluids, such as during sneezing or coughing.
Texas legislature passes bill mandating Ten Commandments in public school classrooms
Critics argue it infringes the Constitution's separation of church and state and the Establishment Clause of the First Amendment.
Proposal requiring classroom displays of Ten Commandments passes Texas House
The underlying measure is among Republicans’ efforts this session to expand religion in public classrooms. Lawmakers voted Friday to send a bill to Abbott allowing prayer time in public schools.
Texas mother accused of ‘intentionally and knowingly’ aiding son’s school attack plan
Ashley Pardo allegedly purchased her 14-year-old son tactical gear, including ammunition magazines, a tactical vest and a helmet.
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott sends letter to San Marcos mayor condemning proposed antisemitic resolution
“I have repeatedly made clear that Texas will not tolerate antisemitism. Anti-Israel policies are anti-Texas policies," Abbott wrote in the letter.
Pro-Israel Block Party met with protests at University of Texas
The pro-Israel Block Party has been organised by Texas Hillel for the past 25 years and is the largest pro-Israel event to take place on a North American college campus.
