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June 1, 2026

WACO, Texas — The Bledsoe-Miller STEAM Center marked its first 100 days with a community-wide celebration highlighting its early impact...

Waco fire department responds to structure fire on 4400 block of Lacey Circle

Waco Fire Department responds to hazmat situation after natural gas line struck on Chapel Rd

June 1, 2026

Waco, TX - The Waco Fire Department responded to a hazmat situation after a 2-inch natural gas line was struck...

Governor Greg Abbott congratulates Port Aransas for earning Tourism Friendly Texas Certified Community designation

Gov. Greg Abbott criticizes Oregon animal law proposal, says “this is exactly what happens when Democratic Socialists take power, they come for your way of life”

Texas - Gov. Greg Abbott on Wednesday reacted to a proposed Oregon ballot initiative that he and critics say could...

Governor Abbott announces Vinton Steel’s $229 million investment and creation of over 180 new jobs under Texas JETI program

Gov. Abbott reacts to court ruling on SB 4, which makes illegal entry into Texas a state crime and authorizes law enforcement to arrest and prosecute suspected illegal entrants

Texas - “Texas received a major border security victory,” said Governor Greg Abbott after the U.S. Court of Appeals for...

$60 million in federal funding announced as state officials estimate Texas could receive $1.4 billion over five years aimed at strengthening local services across the state

$1.8 million in JET grants awarded to Coastal Bend schools for workforce training programs, Gov. Abbott provides funding for career and technical education initiatives

Texas - Governor Greg Abbott announced that six Jobs and Education for Texans (JET) grants totaling $1,819,053 have been awarded...

Texas Capitol hosts graduation ceremony for Texas Game Wardens and State Park Police Officers with Governor Abbott in attendance

Texas - Governor Greg Abbott on Friday celebrated a new class of Texas Game Wardens and Texas State Park Police...

One suspect hospitalized after officer-involved shooting on Chihuahua and Vera Cruz Street, Chief McManus provides update during press conference

San Antonio, TX - San Antonio police responded to an officer-involved shooting Thursday afternoon in the area of Chihuahua and...

Authorities identify Dallas Police Sergeant Joshua Boykin as officer who died from injuries sustained in airplane accident

Dallas, TX - The Dallas Police Department announced Thursday the death of Sergeant Joshua Boykin, who died as a result...

Hamilton Park residents partner with Dallas Police and City departments to reclaim neighborhood trails and promote community safety