Year: 2026

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US Border Patrol chief Michael Banks is resigning in latest DHS leadership change

It was not immediately clear who will replace Banks.​ 

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Pflugerville approves appointment of new city manager, assistant city manager

The Pflugerville City Council on Tuesday approved a change in leadership for the city manager and assistant city manager.​ 

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Emails show FBI Director Kash Patel’s Hawaii trip included ‘VIP snorkel’ at a Pearl Harbor memorial

Patel has faced scrutiny over his leadership for the past year, with his use of government resources emerging as a recurring storyline...

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Dallas Co. sheriff responds to Paxton letter on mandatory 287g law

Dallas County Sheriff Marian Brown pushed back Thursday against a warning from Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton over the county’s lack of...

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Houston Methodist employee fought off attacker for 10 minutes before escaping, court records state

The victim said she was gathering her stuff when she was approached by the suspect, and a struggle ensued for 10 minutes...

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Texas Economy in 2026: Growth, Grit, and the New Reality of the Lone Star State

Texas has long been recognized as one of America’s economic powerhouses—but in 2026, the state’s economy is entering a more nuanced chapter....

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APD: Shelter in place lifted after search for ‘dangerous and violent’ suspect in south Austin

APD issued the shelter in place around 2:12 p.m. for residents in the area of Willow Springs and Industrial Boulevard.​ 

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‘They didn’t show’: Last-second filings from Camp Mystic attorneys delay lawsuits against them

Travis County District Court Judge Maya Guerra Gamble was not pleased with Camp Mystic’s legal team for withdrawing (and refiling) their motions...

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Senate confirms Trump pick Warsh as chairman of the Federal Reserve, following Powell

Warsh was confirmed Wednesday in a largely party-line vote.​ 

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‘American Horror Story’ Season 13 conjures up ‘Love Story’ star Paul Anthony Kelly

“American Horror Story” announces Paul Anthony Kelly for Season 13! Plus, Billie Lourd and Gabourey Sidibe weigh in on magic scenes.​ 

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