GOP Midterm Finale in Dallas: The first-ever RNC midterm convention wrapped at American Airlines Center with high-energy speeches from Texas leaders and a closing push from Trump and JD Vance. Trump “Dividend” Promise: Trump pledged $5,000 to every U.S. adult if Republicans keep the House and Senate—an idea critics say could cost about $1.2T+ and worsen deficits. Election-Place Tension: A LULAC lawsuit challenges DHS/ICE plans that critics say could intimidate voters by bringing armed federal officers near polling sites. Texas Tech & Sports Culture: Texas Tech opens at Oregon State this weekend after a solid Week 1 win; local sports coverage also highlights North Texas high school football broadcasts and Rice cross country’s season start. Tech & Kids: A Texas judge ruled TikTok misled users about child safety tools, sending the case toward trial. Community Relief: The Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country launched temporary housing help for flood-affected Kerr County and Comfort households. Arts & Nightlife: Houston’s Nixie Ember released late-night R&B album “The Girl In The Wreckage.” Public Safety: Texas DPS issued active Silver Alerts for missing Stanley Dodd and Ralph Ramsey.