- Tornado watch issued for parts of East Texas
The National Weather Service issued a tornado watch for counties including Beaumont, Port Arthur, Lufkin, and Jasper until 10 p.m., as a line of storms moves through. Residents are advised to monitor alerts and be ready to seek shelter if a warning is issued.
- Wind advisory for South-Central Texas ahead of cold front
A strong cold front will bring sustained winds of 20–30 mph and gusts up to 50 mph from the Texas Hill Country through the I-35 corridor, potentially causing downed trees and power lines. A red flag warning is also in effect due to increased fire risk.
- Texas emerges as national hub for bank mergers and acquisitions
Texas is the focal point of a surge in U.S. bank M&A activity, with a $7.4 billion acquisition announced and analysts pointing to the state’s rapid growth and favorable regulatory climate as key drivers.
- AG Paxton sues Tylenol makers, alleging autism-risk cover-up
The Texas Attorney General filed a lawsuit against Johnson & Johnson and Kenvue, accusing them of marketing Tylenol to pregnant women while concealing research suggesting a potential link with autism or ADHD—a claim disputed by the FDA and the companies.
- Texas food-stamp benefits cutoff could ripple through economy
The federal shutdown will halt more than $600 million per month in SNAP benefits in Texas, which analysts say could impact grocery sales, employment in retail, and the broader state economy.
