A boost in public school spending, school vouchers, and money for water systems are other highlights of the state budget, which was bolstered by a $24 billion surplus.

Jensen, wife Kelly A. Jensen and sons Maxwell S. and Zachary G. Jensen have all been charged in connection with the scheme. James Jensen is the operator of Arroyo Terminals, a company based in Rio Hondo that receives and distributes shipments of crude oil.

Kingwood wins its first state title with a 4-1 victory over Forney in the 6A Division II championship.

The Texas Rangers are moving forward without a veteran outfielder. The team announced the release of Kevin Pillar on Saturday. Pillar had been designated for assignment on May 25 when the Rangers officially placed Joc Pederson on the 10-day injured list and called up Alejandro Osuna.

As Texas weighs banning all THC products, Republicans in the state Senate have insisted they plan to expand access to medical marijuana. But there's a catch.

Henderson State men's basketball player Jamarion Brown was tragically killed last week after beng shot in the head at a pool party. He was 23.

New data from the Virginia Institute of Marine Science shows that several cities along Texas's coast face dangerous sea levels.

Other conservative-led states, including Florida and North Carolina, have sought to influence who leads colleges and what gets taught in classrooms. Texas is poised to go even further, shifting some responsibilities traditionally held by professors to politically appointed university regents.