Texas Politics & Elections: Sen. John Cornyn raised $1.1M for GOP Senate candidates in Dallas and Houston—while not campaigning for Ken Paxton, who’s facing Democrat James Talarico in a tight race. Voting Access: A Texas DPS processing error created a backlog of tens of thousands of voter registration applications, with counties urging Texans to check status online before the Oct. 5 deadline. Courts & Justice: The Texas Court of Criminal Appeals rejected Melissa Lucio’s bid for a new trial, despite dissenting judges. Culture & Community: Houston hosts Taiwanese-American drag performer Nymphia Wind for a Museum of Fine Arts lecture and a River Oaks Theatre performance tied to a Taiwanese film screening. Education & Youth: China Spring Elementary’s “Bow Tie Tuesday” turns student art into handmade wooden bow ties, building classroom connection through creativity. Health & Safety: A free child car seat safety event returns to Bryan-College Station, offering hands-on checks and replacements. Local Business & Pride: Fort Worth Stockyards announced the lineup for Fashion Week Stockyards Style (Oct. 2–4), spotlighting Western designers and artists.