The October Case Resolution Campaign gives people with class C misdemeanor cases filed in Lubbock Municipal Court an opportunity to resolve their cases by voluntarily appearing in court and speaking with a judge about options such as payment plans, community service or applying jail time as credit. The campaign runs through Oct. 16.

Texas lawmakers are exploring what it would take for Texas to annex parts of New Mexico. But Texas Public Radio’s David Martin Davies reports a House hearing last week highlighted significant legal hurdles—and concerns about damaging relations with the neighboring state. Online scams are becoming more sophisticated, and experts say anyone can be targeted. PBS Film Producer Peter Klein has been looking into scams as part of a documentary. He encourages people to independently verify any unexpected messages or calls asking for money or personal information.