Dr. Jamey Harrison, Executive Director of the University Interscholastic League

UIL announces details for 2026 state wrestling championships in Cypress

The University Interscholastic League (UIL) has announced that the 2026 UIL Wrestling State Championships will take place on February 13-14 at the Berry Center in Cypress, Texas.

Dr. Jamey Harrison, Executive Director of the University Interscholastic League

UIL announces schedule for state swimming & diving championships in San Antonio and Austin

The University Interscholastic League (UIL) has announced the schedule and details for the 2026 Swimming and Diving State Championships.

Us Senator Ted Cruz (TX)

Ted Cruz announces bipartisan bill and chairs hearing on Minnesota fraud

Senator Ted Cruz posted a series of updates on February 10, 2026, including news about a bipartisan bill targeting ATM-related crimes and his chairing of a Senate hearing into fraud allegations in Minnesota.

Governor Greg Abbott

Governor Abbott meets with Laredo business leaders on economic growth

Governor Greg Abbott met with business owners in Laredo to discuss the Texas economy and the impact of small businesses on the state’s growth.

Governor Greg Abbott

Governor Abbott addresses water treaty impacts with agriculture leaders during South Texas visit

Governor Greg Abbott and U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins visited South Texas to address agricultural concerns and support local farmers and ranchers.

Governor Greg Abbott

Coherent receives $14 million state grant for indium phosphide wafer production expansion

Governor Greg Abbott has announced that Coherent Corp. will receive a Texas Semiconductor Innovation Fund (TSIF) grant of $14,076,031 to boost the production of Indium Phosphide (InP) wafers in Sherman.

Governor Greg Abbott

Governor Abbott appoints JoMeka Gray and Paloma Ahmadi to state boards

Governor Greg Abbott has announced new appointments to state boards this week.

Senator Ted Cruz

Senator Ted Cruz addresses water negotiations, Jimmy Lai sentencing, and child online safety

Senator Ted Cruz used his social media accounts on February 9-10, 2026 to comment on ongoing water negotiations with Mexico, issue a statement about Jimmy Lai’s sentencing, and express support for new legislation aimed at protecting children from…

Sen. Cruz - Chairman of the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation

Chairman Cruz examines relevance of broadcast ownership rules amid changing digital landscape

Senator Ted Cruz, chairman of the Senate Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee, questioned whether existing broadcast media ownership rules remain relevant in today’s digital environment during a hearing titled “We Interrupt This…

Us Senator Ted Cruz (TX)

Senator Ted Cruz posts tributes and commentary on policy changes in early February

Senator Ted Cruz shared condolences for Comal County Judge Sherman Krause’s passing and discussed recent developments regarding Trump Accounts and educational legislation in early February 2026 tweets.

Freeman F. Martin, Director, Texas Department of Public Safety

Texas Department of Public Safety reports capture of 65 fugitives under Most Wanted Program

The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) reported that 65 fugitives, including sex offenders and criminal illegal immigrants, were captured in 2025 through the Texas 10 Most Wanted Program.

Governor Greg Abbott

Governor Abbott appoints Paloma Ahmadi to Texas Southern University Board of Regents

Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Paloma Ahmadi to the Texas Southern University Board of Regents.

Governor Greg Abbott

Governor Abbott appoints JoMeka Gray to State Board for Educator Certification

Governor Greg Abbott has appointed JoMeka Gray to the State Board for Educator Certification, with her term set to end on February 1, 2031.

Governor Greg Abbott

Governor Abbott announces $17 million loan for Del Rio water infrastructure

Governor Greg Abbott and the Texas Military Preparedness Commission have announced a $17 million loan from the Texas Military Value Revolving Loan Fund (TMVRLF) to the city of Del Rio.

Us Senator Ted Cruz (TX)

Senator Ted Cruz discusses autonomous vehicles, fraud hearings, and local heroism in recent posts

Senator Ted Cruz addressed autonomous vehicle safety benefits, chaired a Senate hearing on fraud in Minnesota, and commended local leadership during a Texas flood in recent posts dated February 5-6, 2026.

Mike Wagner and Braeden Spinden

Which City of Austin area high school graduates will take part in games in the week starting Monday, Feb. 9?

These ex-City of Austin area high school standouts will take the field during the week of Monday, Feb. 9.

Sen. Cruz - Chairman of the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation

Cruz releases investigation on stalled California high-speed rail project

U.S. Senate Commerce Committee Chairman Ted Cruz has released a supplemental investigative report detailing the status of California’s high-speed rail project.

Senator Ted Cruz

Ted Cruz addresses law enforcement support and policy issues in recent social media posts

Senator Ted Cruz used his social media platform on February 4 and 5, 2026 to discuss support for Texas law enforcement officials and address issues ranging from election fraud allegations involving Minnesota taxpayers to road safety improvements…

Us Senator Ted Cruz (TX)

Recent statements from Senator Ted Cruz address fraud claims and foreign policy concerns

Senator Ted Cruz posted multiple statements on February 5, 2026, addressing alleged fraud involving Minnesota officials and foreign policy issues related to North Africa.

Chief Bryan Rippee, Texas Highway Patrol

Texas Department of Public Safety increases patrols for Super Bowl weekend

The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) has announced increased enforcement efforts for Super Bowl LX weekend, urging drivers to be responsible on the roads as the Seattle Seahawks and New England Patriots face off on February 8.

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