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Benny Caldera Jr., 40, was arrested in Converse, Texas, after allegedly planning a violent attack on the Texas State Capitol in Austin. Authorities acted on a tip received Tuesday evening, leading to a SWAT arrest at 3 a.m. Wednesday. Caldera faces state and federal charges, while the Capitol remains open with heightened security.
Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) and the FBI thwarted a planned violent attack on the Texas State Capitol in Austin. Authorities arrested 40-year-old Benny Caldera Jr. at his Converse residence early Wednesday morning after receiving credible intelligence on Tuesday evening. Caldera, who faces state and federal charges, was transferred to federal custody. The Capitol remains open, though security has been increased.
A suspect identified as Victor Mata Villarreal, 45, fired at officers and bystanders in Midland, Texas, barricaded himself in an abandoned veterinary clinic, and was found dead after a standoff around 12:30 p.m. CST. One person was killed and ten injured; Villarreal had been wanted for attempted capital murder of a peace officer following a vehicle pursuit on June 10, 2026. The Texas Rangers are leading the investigation with MPD; no further details are being released, and West Wall Street/Business 20 will remain closed for 24–48 hours.
Texas DPS troopers in riot gear faced about 40 protesters outside the South Texas Family Residential Center in Dilley, demanding the release of a five-year-old detained with his father; pepper-ball projectiles and pepper spray were deployed, two arrests were reported, and the crowd dispersed after authorities maintained order.
Texas officials found that 11 registered voters in Travis County flagged as potential noncitizens had already provided proof of citizenship, raising questions about the accuracy of the federal database (SAVE) used to identify noncitizens on voter rolls, and highlighting ongoing concerns about voter eligibility verification processes.
Clenard Parker, 42, has been charged with evading arrest, unauthorized use of a vehicle, and multiple aggravated assault with a deadly weapon charges after crashing a stolen 18-wheeler into a Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) office, killing one and injuring 13 others. The crash, which occurred in Brenham, Texas, is being investigated as an intentional act of violence, and the DPS office is currently closed for services. Parker's bail has been set at $2 million, and he has a history of previous arrests dating back to 1999.
Durham parents are bracing for another week of uncertainty as a pay dispute between Durham Public Schools (DPS) employees and the district continues, leading to widespread walkouts and understaffed schools. The dispute, caused by accidental overpayments and new work experience criteria, has left parents searching for answers and dealing with unforeseen problems, such as a lack of custodians at Jordan High School. DPS employee Valerie McNeil, who is currently living out of her car due to financial woes, expressed little optimism ahead of a special board meeting to discuss the issue, which will be closed to the public and media.
The Texas Department of Public Safety has canceled all driver's license appointments statewide for Wednesday due to an ongoing outage with the driver's license system. The outage is causing difficulties for individuals trying to renew or replace their licenses, obtain driver records, and verify eligibility. DPS is working to identify and resolve the issue that arose during system updates over the Labor Day weekend.
Players of World of Warcraft's new Augmentation specialization for Evokers are facing criticism and misunderstanding from some members of the community who fail to grasp the spec's unique support-focused playstyle. Augmentation Evokers prioritize buffing the damage output of their group rather than dealing high DPS themselves. The popular add-on Details! currently does not accurately reflect Augmentation's contribution, leading to ignorant players dismissing the spec for low damage. However, experienced players appreciate Augmentation's buffs and off-healing capabilities, making dungeon clears easier. The WoW community and third-party websites/add-ons will need to adjust to properly showcase Augmentation's value.
Body cam footage released by the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) appears to contradict a man's claim that troopers pointed guns at him and his 10-year-old son during a traffic stop in South Austin. The video shows the troopers pulling over the man's vehicle, with their weapons drawn in a downward direction. The troopers then switch their focus to the man, pointing their guns at him. The man stands by his claim that the troopers pulled out their weapons because of his son, but DPS declined to comment further. The city of Austin has suspended its partnership with DPS.
Texas will eliminate mandatory vehicle safety inspections in 2025, but emissions testing will still be required in 17 counties. Gasoline-powered vehicles between two and 24 years old, or upon the expiration of a vehicle’s initial two-year inspection sticker, must have an emissions test. Diesel-powered vehicles and motorcycles are exempt from emissions testing.
A DPS trooper was injured during a shooting near Loop 101 and 19th Avenue in Phoenix. The trooper is in stable condition, and the incident is under investigation. Witnesses reported shots being fired, and a law enforcement officer was seen chasing a man down the sidewalk before the two ended up in the gravel. The man being chased got into a white car and drove away. The onramp to I-17 north from Loop 101 west is closed, and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives is assisting in the investigation.
Honkai Star Rail's Jing Yuan banner will feature 4-star characters March 7th, Sushang, and Tingyun, providing great DPS numbers and support. The banner has good synergy with Jing Yuan, who might replace Serval as the Lightning DPS character. Players can build pity if they don't want Jing Yuan, but should be careful with their pulls.
The decision to pull Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) troopers out of Austin and send them to the border has received mixed reactions. While some support the move, others are concerned about the impact on public safety in Austin and the strain on DPS resources. The move comes as part of Governor Greg Abbott's efforts to address the surge of migrants at the border.
A deadly crash occurred in the eastbound lanes of Loop 202 near McClintock Drive in Tempe, Arizona, involving a dump truck and an SUV. The driver of the SUV died at the scene, and impairment of the dump truck driver may have been a factor in the crash. The area was a planned freeway paving project where multiple construction vehicles were actively working. The roadway is shut down, and traffic is being diverted off the freeway at McClintock Drive. The investigation is ongoing.