Dan Patrick flexes a theatrical political style  – In an interview, the lieutenant governor talks about his recent pop-up investigations and how he uses storytelling to make a political point.

Tren de Aragua investigation in Texas spurs several arrests  – Authorities did not say how the individuals arrested in Hays County may be tied to the Venezuelan gang. It was also unclear what criminal charges people may face, though drugs were seized.

Historic storms caught South Texas by surprise – The region is still cleaning up after last week’s storms in which at least six people died.