Political Analysis
Border Apprehensions Fall to Record Low as Texas Waits on Washington’s Repayment
Border Patrol made 98,708 southwest border apprehensions in fiscal 2026, a record low, nearly half in Texas sectors. Washington's $7.5 billion repayment to Texas had not been transferred.
Railroad Commission Plugs Record 2,022 Orphaned Wells as San Antonio Well Keeps Leaking
The Railroad Commission plugged 2,022 orphaned wells in fiscal 2026 for $125.6 million. A San Antonio well plugged several times is on its list again, at an estimated $700,000.
Dallas ISD Pays $1 Million to Settle Claims It Failed to Report Teacher
Dallas ISD will pay $1 million to settle federal claims it certified compliance with Texas reporting law while never reporting a teacher accused of misconduct with minors.
