McKinney chose to file in Travis County, where citizens are unlikely to appear on short notice.
The ruling blocks Texas DPS from enforcing a state law making illegal reentry a crime and allowing the state to issue “removal” orders against illegal aliens.
The agreement stems from a years-long investigation into alleged Medicaid fraud tied to sex-change procedures on minors.
Chief Justice Jimmy Blacklock said penalties imposed during the 2025 walkout “barely scratched the surface” of the House’s constitutional authority.
Also indicted is the now-defunct Texas Lottery Commission.
Chinese billionaire Sun Guangxin bought land that is along one of the proposed routes for a 765-kV transmission line.
A judge has been ordered to explain why her courtroom still requires masks and health screenings years after Texas ended its COVID emergency orders.
The Texas City Management Association is an affiliate of the Texas Municipal League.
Gov. Greg Abbott says the proposals are aimed at protecting victims and keeping repeat offenders behind bars, while Travis County DA José Garza dismissed the effort as a “political stunt.”
Samuel Perez was arrested and charged with online solicitation of a minor.
Feds say a violent online network known as “764” is targeting and pressuring children to hurt themselves or others and provide explicit photos.
The antitrust settlement is projected to bring down the cost of chicken, turkey, and pork for consumers.
