Immigration Enforcement Flashpoint: ICE detained a Texas nun, Sister Leticia Ugboaja, while she was walking to Sunday Mass in McAllen, then released her the same day after lawmakers and church leaders pushed back—renewing scrutiny of federal enforcement tactics. Courts & Immigration Funding: The Texas Supreme Court blocked Harris County’s $1.3 million immigrant legal services fund while litigation continues, leaving local providers in limbo. Local Flood Readiness: Kerr County is set to discuss upgrades to its flood warning system agreements after installing state-funded flash flood sirens and sensors tied to the Upper Guadalupe River Authority. Texas Bible Curriculum Fight: Texas Supreme Court and state education actions keep moving Bible reading requirements forward, with ongoing legal and community backlash. Data Centers vs. Local Control: San Marcos became the first Texas city to ban data centers within city limits using home-rule zoning, while Brenham faces a public-records fight tied to a data center project. Online Kids Safety: The House passed the bipartisan KIDS Act, but the Senate’s “duty of care” language is complicating next steps. Elections & Voting Rules: The U.S. Supreme Court upheld states’ ability to count some mail ballots received after Election Day, a major shift for election administration. Public Health & Animals: New World screwworm continues spreading in Texas, prompting transport restrictions and raising pressure on shelters and rescue groups.