Abbott appoints advisor as Secretary of State ahead of midterm elections
The appointment is seen as crucial since the office is in charge of election administration – a role that will have major implications for the upcoming midterm voting.
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Gov. Abbott declares major disaster declaration after days of punishing rains, flooding
Texas flooding worsened after days of punishing rain, with more than 200 rescues and at least two deaths as rivers rose and highways closed.
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott confirms 2 deaths in statewide flooding Days of pounding rain has led to catastrophi...
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott confirms 2 deaths in statewide flooding Days of pounding rain has led to catastrophic flooding, evacuations and rescues of people trapped in their cars and homes.
Governor Abbott announces relief as Texas homeowners face skyrocketing insurance costs
If you own a home in Texas, your property insurance bill is skyrocketing and now the affordability crisis has become so severe that Governor Greg Abbott rolled out a new proposal.
Texas weather: Gov. Abbott escalates emergency response amid historic flooding
Rising floodwaters and relentless rain have forced state officials into an escalated emergency response posture as a massive, moisture-rich storm system threatens to bring historic flooding to major portions...
Texas flooding: 2 reported deaths in catastrophic Hill Country flooding
Catastrophic flash flooding across the Texas Hill Country has left two people dead, Gov. Abbott reported Thursday.
Texas one step closer to permanent daylight saving time under new House bill
Since last June, a bill signed by Texas Gov. Greg Abbott making daylight saving time permanent has been in line to go into effect should the federal government enable states to do so.
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Authorities in Texas have rescued dozens of stranded drivers and people trapped in homes and at least one person has died due to catastrophic flooding. Gov. Greg Abbott said during
At least 1 person has died as Texas flooding forces evacuations and high-water rescues, Abbott says
Gov. Greg Abbott says there has been “one loss of life” in the catastrophic flooding sweeping across Texas Hill Country. Abbot says drones and helicopters are flying over the region
Texas agencies must cut spending by 3% under new order from Abbott, Patrick and Burrows
The Big Three framed the move as a way to keep Texas fiscally conservative and help fund priorities like property tax cuts. Public education and school vouchers were exempted.
Abbott directs state investigation into ICE Houston shooting
(The Center Square) – Gov. Greg Abbott on Wednesday said the Texas Rangers are investigating the fatal shooting of a Mexican national in Houston last week by a U.S. Immigration
Gov. Abbott says Texas Rangers investigation into fatal ICE shooting will be independent
Gov. Abbott says Texas Rangers investigation into fatal ICE shooting will be independent
Gov. Abbott issues disaster declaration for Bexar County as severe storms move through Texas
Gov. Greg Abbott issued a disaster declaration Tuesday for dozens of counties across Texas, including Bexar County, following severe storms that brought heavy rainfall.
Gov. Abbott declares disaster in 59 Texas counties as flash flood threat continues
Gov. Abbott declares disaster in 59 Texas counties as flash flood threat continues
Abbott declares disaster in 59 Texas counties as flooding hits
High-water rescues have been reported in Uvalde County, which is in a high threat zone for flash flooding. Video has shown water covering roads and vehicles being swept away.
Abbott Investigates Hospital Over Mexico Billboards Promoting Birth Tourism Packages In Texas
Republican Texas Governor Greg Abbott ordered an investigation into a South Texas hospital over billboards in Mexico advertising birth tourism packages.
Abbott receives UW Libraries Outstanding Staff Award
Shadow Abbott, University of Wyoming Libraries library specialist, is the recipient of the UW Libraries Outstanding Staff Award for her contributions in 2025.
EDITORIAL | Paying Their Way: Let's hope Abbott follows through with hard line on data centers
Gov. Greg Abbott doesn't want to Texas to experience the problems AI data centers have brought to other states.
Gov. Greg Abbott launches teacher-led commission to shape future of Texas public education
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott announced the creation of a new teacher-led initiative aimed at improving public education across the state.
Gina Hinojosa proposes sending every Texas household $1,500 in her bid to oust Greg Abbott
Gina Hinojosa proposes sending every Texas household $1,500 in her bid to oust Greg Abbott
Gov. Abbott targets alleged "birth tourism" at Texas hospital Abbott has ordered an investigation into a Ri...
Abbott has ordered an investigation into a Rio Grande Valley hospital over allegations it advertised "birth tourism" packages to foreign nationals.
Nate Schatzline resigns from Texas House for job in Abbott's office
State Rep. Nate Schatzline resigned from the Texas House Thursday after being appointed as Gov. Greg Abbott's senior advisor on election policy.
Delta journalist Jim Abbott’s ‘Paper Man’ memoir captures his unique, impactful career
Abbott proved that while the market he served might have been small, there was nothing small about the depth and breadth of the coverage he generated.
Abbott trolls Talarico with tacos and cattle at Texas Democratic Convention, ignoring opponent Hinojosa
The trolling blitz spared the governor’s Democratic foe, Gina Hinojosa, instead focusing on painting Talarico and the entire party as radicals attempting to gloss over their past stances.