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A physics professor and speech advocacy group are alleging Texas State is violating freedom of speech after making the professor remove a sign from his office door. universitystar.com/35017/news/pro…

Due to ongoing budget cuts and a worsening drought, Hays County is facing an increase risk of wildfires. universitystar.com/35010/news/fun…

A Texas State training facility is credited as playing a key role in the police response to the March 1 mass shooting on West Sixth Street in Austin, which resulted in the deaths of three victims and the shooting suspect. universitystar.com/34981/news/ale…

Texas State is on pace to reach R1 status by 2027, opening doors to more funding and opportunities for students. By achieving higher levels of research output, new pathways open, but this push could come with challenges. universitystar.com/34831/opinions…

Texas State is facing calls to relocate planned rocket motor and rocket fuel testing off the Edwards Aquifer’s recharge zone due to pollution concerns raised by the San Marcos River Foundation (SMRF). universitystar.com/34888/news/loc…

Ruben Becerra and Michelle Gutierrez Cohen will head to a run-off election on May 26, as neither candidate obtained more than 50% of the votes. universitystar.com/34857/news/dem…

A major data center project came to town, and residents put a stop to it: for now. universitystar.com/34746/opinions…

For the first time in program history, both the Texas State women’s and men’s track and field teams swept the Sun Belt Conference Indoor Championships following a two-day competition in Birmingham, Ala. universitystar.com/34773/sports/c…

Over 40 frames decorate the entrance to the third floor of Alkek Library, each one showcasing photos, articles and memorabilia highlighting several decades of Black history at Texas State. universitystar.com/34704/life-and…

Texas State may be restricting access to public records requested by The University Star. Access to information is vital for The Star to publish fair and accurate reporting, while holding institutions accountable. universitystar.com/34770/opinions…

Several candidates for elected office in Hays County, along with senate hopeful Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett (D-Dallas) held a rally on Tuesday, Feb. 24, 2026, at Bobcat Trail. universitystar.com/34765/news/cro…

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U.S. Senate hopeful James Talarico (D-Round Rock) spoke on Monday, Feb. 23, at The Marc in San Marcos, which was crowded with supporters, as part of his Take Back Texas Tour. universitystar.com/34748/news/tal…

Drought conditions in San Marcos are worsening, and soon they could dry up the city’s very identity. universitystar.com/34663/opinions…

Focusing on five areas of research, Texas State continues to meet the requirements in order to become an R1 research institution. universitystar.com/34638/news/tex…

After an over 8-hour meeting with 130-plus public comments, San Marcos City Council voted to deny the rezoning request of the data center on Francis Harris Lane. universitystar.com/34645/news/cit…

Amid worsening drought conditions and a potential data center in San Marcos, government officials call for stricter water control. universitystar.com/34628/news/dro…

The city of San Marcos has confirmed the city’s first ever case of rabies in a pet after a domesticated cat tested positive for rabies on Feb. 11 universitystar.com/34538/news/cat…

At its Feb. 3 meeting, the San Marcos City Council held a public hearing over the proposed rezoning designation of a piece of land which would allow the construction of the Highlander SM-1 Data Center. universitystar.com/34529/news/cit…