$830.6M starts in 2026, advancing classrooms, labs and safety BRYAN-COLLEGE STATION, Texas — The Texas A&M University System Board of Regents today approved the 2026–2030 System Capital Plan, a $6.6 billion roadmap that includes $1.925 billion in new proposed projects over the next five years and authorizes up to $83.1 million for 2026 pre-construction activities.…

September is National Preparedness Month, a full month dedicated to encouraging the public to assess and prepare for local disaster risks and unplanned emergencies. The National Household Survey (NHS) conducted by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) found that a growing number of people invest in disaster preparation activities. Approximately 57 percent of adults have…

BRYAN–COLLEGE STATION, Texas — Regents today approved final steps for the University of Houston-Victoria to officially join the A&M System on September 1, becoming Texas A&M University-Victoria, the System’s 12th university. System leaders also thanked State Senator Lois W. Kolkhorst for her vision and leadership in advancing the transition. “We’re as excited about this as…

TDLR Public Service Announcement Urges Drivers To Slow Down, Move Over For Emergency Vehicles On The Roadside AUSTIN – As Texas drivers hit the road for one last summer adventure over the Labor Day weekend, the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) reminds drivers that they need to slow down by at least 20…

COLLEGE STATION, Texas — As dove season begins in Texas, it’s important for hunters to remain alert and take proactive steps to prevent wildfires. Pockets of dry vegetation remain in areas where recent rainfall has been limited, including the Rolling Plains, Eastern Hill Country, South Texas and Lower Gulf Coast. In late August and early…

TYLER, Texas (August 28, 2025) – The University of Texas at Tyler has named Dr. Barbara Haas its new provost, which is the university’s chief academic officer. She has served as interim provost  since June. “Dr. Haas is a longtime member of the UT Tyler faculty and most recently served as dean of the  School…

AUSTIN, Texas— Today, Texas Land Commissioner Dawn Buckingham, M.D., announced that the City of South Padre completed construction, funded in part by the Texas General Land Office’s (GLO) Coastal Management Program (CMP), to improve accessibility at Neptune Circle, Beach Access #16 located on Gulf Boulevard between East Saturn Lane and East Venus Lane. The improved beach…

By Lauren McGaughy, Texas Newsroom, and Yilun Cheng, Houston Chronicle Aug. 28, 2025 “A Texas congressman is quietly helping Elon Musk pitch building $760M tunnels under Houston to ease flooding” was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics,…

(MARSHALL, Texas) – In honor of Texas State Technical College’s 60th anniversary, the Marshall campus awarded two successful alumni with the TSTC Trailblazer Award. “The award honors alumni who forge new paths in their industries and make a meaningful impact in their communities as well,” Bart Day, provost of the Marshall campus, said. “They continue…

By Marijke Friedman, The Texas Tribune Aug. 27, 2025 “Former GOP Rep. Mayra Flores switches districts to challenge Rep. Vicente Gonzalez for third time” was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and statewide issues. Sign up…