Trevor McEuen, a Texas murder suspect, was captured after fleeing trial. His case has sparked debate on bail reform, with Gov. Abbott advocating for changes.

Former Empower Texans leader Michael Quinn Sullivan has challenged a $10,000 fine from the Texas Ethics Commission for failure to register as a lobbyist for more than 10 years at nearly every level of the state court system.

The suspect had removed his ankle monitor and fled just before his trial was supposed to begin, authorities said.

Tuesday is a First Alert Weather Day due to the threat of large hail, damaging winds, and localized flooding. The greatest severe threat is for areas along and west of I-35, where storms will initiate. It could be a bumpy evening commute for some on Tuesday as storms develop off a dryline to our west and along an incoming front.

Texas Education Commissioner Mike Morath applauded the district for its improvements while citing the need for more time to “achieve lasting success for students.”

The Texas Education Agency has removed and replaced four of the appointed members of Houston ISD's Board of Managers two years into the state takeover. TEA Commissioner Mike Morath wrote that he removed board Vice President Audrey Momanaee,

It's the final day of the session, and lawmakers rushed several major bills to the governor's desk. Here’s what made the cut.

The southbound lanes of I-35W by Texas Motor Speedway shut down early Monday morning due to a crash involving an 18-wheeler. The crash was reported around 5 a.m. on I-35W between Dale Earnhardt Way and Mark Martin Drive. This portion of the highway has two lanes.

A surprising treatment option helped a Texas girl who developed a dangerous wound soon after she was born prematurely.

HOUSTON — As hurricane season officially begins and summer heat intensifies across Texas, all eyes are on the state’s power grid. According to ERCOT’s latest supply and demand projections, Texas should have enough electricity to keep the lights on in the days ahead — but energy experts say there’s still cause for concern.

Texas is poised to lead the country in an initiative to inform denizens of what’s in their food. Food industry experts say it’s going too far.