Texas

AUSTIN, TX – Governor Greg Abbott has directed the Texas Rangers to open an investigation into the City of Elgin following allegations of financial mismanagement and possible violations of state law. File Photo (September 2025) “There have been serious and potentially criminal accusations made against the City of Elgin that need to be investigated,” Governor Abbott said. “Texans expect their elected officials to be honest stewards of taxpayer dollars and conduct the people’s business openly, and in compliance with Texas law.” Abbott cited concerns of “chronic financial mismanagement,” including inconsistent accounting practices and unreconciled bank accounts that may violate multiple state laws. Under the Governor’s direction, the Texas Rangers will review the city’s budgeting ...

AMARILLO, TX – The Texas Secretary of State’s Office filed an opposition brief arguing that a joint motion by the Republican Party of Texas and Attorney General Ken Paxton to close the state’s primary elections is unconstitutional and procedurally improper. File Photo (September 2025) Filed in the Northern District of Texas on October 30, 2025, the 31-page brief contends that the proposed “consent judgment” lacks jurisdiction, violates Article III’s requirement for adversity between parties, and infringes on the state’s sovereign immunity. The filing asserts that the motion, brought less than an hour after notifying the Secretary of State, is “collusive” and represents “a fundamental assault on Article III’s case-or-controversy requirement.” The Secretary of State’s counsel argued...

BEAUMONT, TX – Ignite Community School – Beaumont will host a community-wide block party to celebrate its recent A-rating from the Texas Education Agency (TEA). The event will take place October 31 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 10255 Eastex Freeway, Suite 100, in Beaumont. Families and community members are invited to attend and enjoy food, music, games, and giveaways. According to school leaders, guests will have an opportunity to meet the faculty and learn more about Ignite’s personalized approach to education, small class sizes, and commitment to student success. Representatives from Ignite Community Schools’ senior leadership team will also be on-site to discuss the school’s A-rating, academic achievements, and initiatives focused on supporting Beaumont students.

FORT BEND COUNTY, TX – The Fort Bend County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a homicide that occurred in the 10500 block of State Highway 6 South in Sugar Land. Deputies responded around 11:51 a.m. on June 21, 2025, to reports of a white Toyota Camry that had left the roadway and crashed into a ditch along the southbound lanes of State Highway 6 South. Upon arrival, deputies found the driver, identified as 43-year-old Roy Ferrer, deceased from a single gunshot wound to the head. Preliminary findings indicate that road rage may have been a contributing factor in the shooting. Investigators are searching for a vehicle of interest described as a gray 2013–2019 Nissan Sentra with dark-tinted windows. Surveillance footage captured the vehicle near the scene. “This case is a top pr...

HOUSTON, TX – Houston Police are asking for the public’s help in locating four persons of interest wanted for questioning in connection with the fatal shooting of a man at 201 Plaza Verde Drive around 12:15 a.m. on October 3. The individuals are described only as Black males. Photos of three of the persons of interest have been released, while a fourth male, not pictured, is believed to be associated with the group. According to the HPD Homicide Division, officers responded to a shooting call at an apartment complex on Plaza Verde Drive and found the victim, identified as 35-year-old Lavelle Bryant, near the apartment leasing office. Bryant told officers that four suspects forced their way into his apartment and shot him. He managed to walk toward the leasing office bef...