Need to catch up on news from the past week in the Bryan-College Station area? Check out these five stories.
Blinn College receives over 3,400 applications during free application week
Blinn College received more than 3,400 applications during Texas Free College Application Week, according to a news release from the college, which touted its affordability.
According to the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board, 402,583 applications were submitted in 2026, which is an increase of nearly 47% from 2025. Texas Higher Education Commissioner Wynn Rosser said the program is giving students a great way to get their higher education started.
Get the details from Reporter Rhett Brady.
Brazos County approves up to $550K in prosecutor salaries, awaiting state grants
Brazos County commissioners approved two measures on Nov. 3, allowing the district attorney’s and county attorney’s offices to continue salary supplements and benefit payments while awaiting state grant funding through the Rural Prosecutor’s Salary Assistance Grant Program.
Under the agreements, the county could be responsible for covering up to $275,000 for each office if the grants are not awarded by Sept. 30, 2027.
Learn more about the agreements from Editor Karley Cross.
Crime trends shift across Brazos County as jail population drops from 2024 peak
Crime has reportedly declined substantially in Bryan over the past 30 years, according to city figures, even as the city’s population has grown. Several major offenses in College Station have also declined in recent years. Meanwhile, Brazos County’s jail population has dropped from a peak in 2024.
City and county officials say focused policing and cooperation among law enforcement agencies help maintain that trend.
Read the full report.
Bryan voters approve Texas Avenue median removal, city plans next steps
Bryan voters largely approved a city charter amendment calling for the removal of medians along Texas Avenue, but changes to the state-controlled roadway will still require coordination with the Texas Department of Transportation, according to the city of Bryan.
In addition to the measure passing, Bryan, College Station and Brazos County have several newly elected officials, including:
Find out more.
Caffe Capri's 30-year recipe for success in downtown Bryan
What started as a story about maxing out credit cards to follow a dream turned into one of Downtown Bryan’s most established and well-regarded restaurants: Caffe Capri. It was founded in 1995 by Rami Ceroni and serves Italian dishes within a distinctive Art Deco atmosphere. Over three decades, the restaurant has thrived through consistent menu favorites, loyal customers and long-term staff.
Learn about Caffe Capri's legacy from Reporter Rhett Brady.
