1. In 1871, the Battle of Las Rucias took place in Cameron County between a group of Mexican raiders and Texas Rangers. The Rangers emerged victorious, but the battle highlighted the ongoing conflict between Texas and Mexico during the late 19th century.

2. On April 10, 1908, former Texas Ranger Frank Hamer was hired by the Texas Bankers Association to track down notorious bank robbers Bonnie Parker and Clyde Barrow. Hamer and his team ultimately succeeded in killing Bonnie and Clyde in Louisiana in 1934.

3. In 1924, the Gulf Coast hurricane of 1924 devastated the towns of Freeport, Texas City, and Galveston. The storm surge caused extensive damage to homes and businesses and killed over 100 people.

4. On April 10, 1969, the Houston Astrodome hosted its first baseball game. The Astrodome, which was the first domed stadium in the world, became an iconic symbol of Houston and is still revered by sports fans today.

5. In 1991, Texas Governor Ann Richards signed the Hate Crimes Act, which increased the penalties for crimes committed against individuals based on their race, religion, or sexual orientation. The law was a significant step towards combating discrimination and promoting equality in Texas.