A civil trial has commenced in Austin regarding the 2020 incident where a convoy of pro-Trump supporters allegedly intimidated the Biden-Harris campaign bus, with former lawmaker Wendy Davis testifying about the fear and anxiety experienced during the event. The plaintiffs argue that the drivers of the so-called 'Trump Train' engaged in an orchestrated attack, while the defense claims it was merely a show of support for Trump without any intent to intimidate. In other news, Tropical Storm Francine approaches the Gulf Coast, raising concerns for Louisiana and coastal Texas, as meteorologist Matt Lanza provides updates. The University of Texas system is investing $20 million in a mining engineering program at UTEP to address a nationwide shortage of mining engineers. Additionally, El Paso's climate-action plan faces challenges after the EPA rejected most of its grant applications, and a new immersive sports venue in The Colony aims to enhance the viewing experience for fans.