Governor Abbott has declared a state of emergency over the New World Screwworm and its potential impact on the U.S. livestock industry, as state experts are calling on all Texans to help monitor for the flies. Meanwhile, West Texas ranchers are not panicking, taking the news as another part of an already difficult job.

Texas Tech University Athletic Director Kirby Hocutt has released a statement regarding this week’s temporary injunction allowing Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby to play in the 2026 season while his lawsuit against the NCAA plays out in court. Officials in Kerr County say they need an additional $85 million to wrap up recovery efforts following last year's floods. Texas Public Radio's Marian Navarro reports funding from the Texas Legislature and other sources is still needed to build emergency capacity.