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Human remains discovered in September 2026 in Caldwell County, Texas, have been confirmed via DNA as those of Jason Landry, a 21-year-old student who vanished in December 2020. The discovery concludes a six-year search, though investigators report no evidence of foul play and the cause of death remains undetermined.
Texas State University philosophy professor Idris Robinson, a tenure-track faculty member, is suing university officials after they informed him his contract would be terminated following complaints about an off-campus talk on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. The talk, held in Asheville, NC in 2024 and not linked to the university, led to online harassment and administrative actions; Robinson alleges his First and Fourteenth Amendment rights were violated and seeks a temporary restraining order, underscoring tensions around academic freedom and off-campus speech.
An assistant professor at Texas State University filed a federal lawsuit alleging his First Amendment rights were violated after being placed on administrative leave and facing non-renewal tied to a private 2024 pro-Palestinian talk; he seeks an injunction to prevent termination and to keep his job through May 31, 2026.
A Texas State University philosophy professor, Idris Robinson, filed a federal lawsuit to block his May 31 termination, alleging administrators retaliated against him for an off-campus talk about the Israeli-Palestinian conflict in violation of his First Amendment rights; the university placed him on paid leave and later declined to renew his contract, a move Robinson says violates speech protections and which follows other university controversies over faculty remarks.
Philosophy professor Idris Robinson is suing Texas State University, alleging his First and Fourteenth Amendment rights were violated when the university ended his tenure-track contract after a 2024 off-campus talk about the Israeli–Palestinian conflict. The talk, held in North Carolina and not affiliated with the university, triggered a social-media campaign that led to administrative leave and a May contract termination, despite Robinson not identifying with Texas State at the event. He appeals the decision, while advocates note a broader rise in faculty discipline over Palestine-related speech. The case highlights tensions between academic freedom and campus politics, and Guardian reporting notes that some online material mischaracterizes his remarks.
A Texas State University student was removed from campus after posting a video mocking Charlie Kirk's death, prompting condemnation from Texas officials and highlighting ongoing tensions over free speech and political expression in Texas educational institutions.
The Pac-12 Conference announced that Texas State University will join as a foundational member starting in the 2026-27 season, expanding the league to include nine full members across all sports, with a focus on elevating athletic and academic excellence.
The University of Texas Arlington and Texas State University were evacuated following bomb threats, with several buildings cleared as a precaution. Both universities later issued an "all-clear" after investigations determined the threats were not credible, allowing students to return to their residences and resume normal operations. Counseling and mental health services are being made available to support affected students.
The Texas Office of the Attorney General (OAG) provided an update on its investigation into the disappearance of Texas State University student Jason Landry, who went missing in December 2020. The OAG stated that it has dedicated significant resources to the case, including forensic testing, search warrants, and interviews. A case review concluded that all credible leads and investigative steps have been pursued thus far. The investigation remains ongoing, and the OAG encourages anyone with credible information to come forward.
Jacobe De Leon O Shea Ferguson, a former Texas State University student, has been arrested and charged with arson causing bodily injury or death in connection with the 2018 San Marcos apartment fire that killed five people. The arrest came after the Texas Rangers re-examined the evidence and conducted interviews. Ferguson was living at the apartment complex but was not a resident of the building where the fire started. No other arrests are expected, and additional charges may be filed.