AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoTexas Politics: Former teacher and Austin lawmaker James Talarico is launching his U.S. Senate general election push by attacking AG Ken Paxton as part of a corrupt GOP establishment, while Republicans brace for a costly November fight after Paxton’s runoff win. Public Health: Houston is stepping up Ebola screening at Bush Intercontinental as travel restrictions expand for people coming from affected Central African countries, with officials stressing the public risk remains low. Higher Education: Gov. Greg Abbott reaffirmed a tuition freeze for undergraduate tuition and fees across Texas public colleges for 2026–27. Local Crime: Houston police raided the Lucky J Social Club in Midwest Houston in an illegal gambling bust, and officers are investigating a separate shooting near Cardiff Road and Mooney Road. Weather: Heat and an air quality alert are expected to move back into the Houston area after recent rain. Sports (Texas): Texas Tech softball is back in the Women’s College World Series, and Texas Tech’s WCWS opener is set against Mississippi State. Environment & Outdoors: Texas finalized the land deal for the new Silver Lake State Park in the Hill Country, expected to become the state’s second-largest.
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