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News groups ask Texas court to order release of state police records of Uvalde shooting
Read full article: News groups ask Texas court to order release of state police records of Uvalde shootingA group of news organizations has asked a Texas appeals court to order the release of state Department of Public Safety records of the law enforcement response to the mass shooting at Robb Elementary School in Uvalde.
AG Paxton calls for Jeff Leach’s resignation after message sent to judge asking to consider new trial in Roberson case
Read full article: AG Paxton calls for Jeff Leach’s resignation after message sent to judge asking to consider new trial in Roberson caseTexas Attorney General Ken Paxton is calling for the resignation of State Representative Jeff Leach after his admission to sending text messages to a Texas Court of Criminal Appeals judge last week saying that death row inmate Robert Roberson deserved a new trial.
Republicans dominate fundraising in final weeks of Texas House battles
Read full article: Republicans dominate fundraising in final weeks of Texas House battlesAcross a dozen of the most competitive House races, Republicans raked in more than $11 million over the last month, compared to the nearly $3.5 million collectively raised by their Democratic counterparts.
Texas’ high housing costs sparked a movement to bring them down. The fight could shape the state for years to come.
Read full article: Texas’ high housing costs sparked a movement to bring them down. The fight could shape the state for years to come.A new breed of activists wants Texas to tame costs by building more housing. But longstanding opposition to such policies remains strong.
Mother of Jocelyn Nungaray joins Trump at Austin rally, calls for border policy change
Read full article: Mother of Jocelyn Nungaray joins Trump at Austin rally, calls for border policy changeFormer President Donald Trump addressed border security at a rally in Austin, where Alexis Nungaray shared the story of her daughter Jocelyn, who was killed by two Venezuelan nationals allegedly linked to a gang.
Long lines but few problems as Texas wraps the first week of early voting
Read full article: Long lines but few problems as Texas wraps the first week of early votingA Bexar County election worker was assaulted Thursday, officials said. In Tarrant County, officials encouraged voters to review their ballots before voting.
Former President Donald Trump holds campaign rally in Austin on Friday
Read full article: Former President Donald Trump holds campaign rally in Austin on FridayAs the 2024 U.S. presidential race heads into the final stretch, the Republican nominee announced Wednesday that he will be in Texas on the same day this week as his Democratic challenger.
Board cancels costly psychologist licensing exam after pushback led by Texas
Read full article: Board cancels costly psychologist licensing exam after pushback led by TexasThe national licensing board announced it will consider folding the proposed skills test into an existing exam amid worries the additional hurdle would discourage applicants.
247Sports issues apology after apparent hacking incident, false report on Texas Longhorns QB Quinn Ewers
Read full article: 247Sports issues apology after apparent hacking incident, false report on Texas Longhorns QB Quinn Ewers247Sports released a statement alleging that their Instagram account had been hacked after a post falsely claimed that Texas quarterback Quinn Ewers would sit out for the remainder of the 2024 college football season.
Gov. Abbott says House Committee ‘stepped out of line’ with subpoena for death row inmate
Read full article: Gov. Abbott says House Committee ‘stepped out of line’ with subpoena for death row inmateTexas Governor Greg Abbott says the House Committee on Criminal Jurisprudence “stepped out of line” by subpoenaing death row inmate Robert Roberson and delaying his execution.
Texas fans must use better discretion after SEC fine for debris thrown on field, Sarkisian says
Read full article: Texas fans must use better discretion after SEC fine for debris thrown on field, Sarkisian saysTexas coach Steve Sarkisian said the No. 5 Longhorns have a “passionate fanbase” that needs to use “better discretion” after the school was fined and threatened with further sanctions by the Southeastern Conference over fans throwing water bottles and trash on the field during a loss to No. 1 Georgia.
Leclerc wins US Grand Prix and late penalty gives Verstappen 3rd place over Norris in title chase
Read full article: Leclerc wins US Grand Prix and late penalty gives Verstappen 3rd place over Norris in title chaseCharles Leclerc has earned Ferrari its first United States Grand Prix victory since 2018 with a clever start and a commanding drive.
Texas apologizes to Georgia players, staff, SEC and game officials after fans throw trash on field
Read full article: Texas apologizes to Georgia players, staff, SEC and game officials after fans throw trash on fieldTexas has apologized after fans littered the field with water bottles and other trash after an interception for the top-ranked Longhorns against No. 5 Georgia was initially wiped out by a pass-interference penalty before officials changed the call.
Texas man drops lawsuit against women he accused of helping his wife get abortion pills
Read full article: Texas man drops lawsuit against women he accused of helping his wife get abortion pillsA Texas man who sued his ex-wife’s friends for helping her obtain an abortion informed the court that the two sides reached a settlement, forgoing the need for a trial that would have tested his argument that their actions amounted to assisting in a wrongful death.
Houston ISD appoints committee that will oversee $4.4 billion bond if approved in November
Read full article: Houston ISD appoints committee that will oversee $4.4 billion bond if approved in NovemberThe Houston Independent School District has appointed a Bond Oversight Committee to ensure transparency and accountability for a proposed $4.4 billion bond.
Texas deploying additional resources to help Florida residents bracing for Milton
Read full article: Texas deploying additional resources to help Florida residents bracing for Milton“Our country is stronger when we come together in times of crisis, and Texas is immediately deploying additional support to help our fellow Americans as Florida braces for this major hurricane,” Governor Abbott said in a statement.
Study names 1 Texas city among best food cities in US, and it’s not Houston 🤨
Read full article: Study names 1 Texas city among best food cities in US, and it’s not Houston 🤨Everyone knows Houston has one of the (if not absolute) best food scenes out there, yet WalletHub is about to make some enemies with its latest study on the best foodie cities in the U.S.
‘Will do all we can’: Texas sends generators to Georgia to help in aftermath of Hurricane Helene
Read full article: ‘Will do all we can’: Texas sends generators to Georgia to help in aftermath of Hurricane HeleneFollowing a request from the Georgia Emergency Management and Homeland Security Agency, Texas Governor Greg Abbott said the state is sending generators to Georgia to help in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene.
Manning leads No. 1 Texas over Mississippi State as Longhorns earn first SEC victory 35-13
Read full article: Manning leads No. 1 Texas over Mississippi State as Longhorns earn first SEC victory 35-13Arch Manning passed for two touchdowns and ran for another score, and No. 1 Texas got another standout performance from its defense to earn the program’s first Southeastern Conference victory, 35-13 over Mississippi State.
Arch Manning gets second career start for No. 1 Texas as Ewers continues to recover from injury
Read full article: Arch Manning gets second career start for No. 1 Texas as Ewers continues to recover from injuryTexas will start Arch Manning at quarterback when the No. 1 Longhorns play Mississippi State on Saturday as Quinn Ewers continues to recover from a strained abdomen.
Dallas Judge denies AG Ken Paxton’s attempt to block State Fair gun ban
Read full article: Dallas Judge denies AG Ken Paxton’s attempt to block State Fair gun banWith the State Fair of Texas beginning in Dallas in eight days, Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton’s attempts to block the fair’s new gun policy have been denied by a Dallas County district judge.
Attorney General Ken Paxton sues Harris County over new version of ‘Uplift Harris’ program
Read full article: Attorney General Ken Paxton sues Harris County over new version of ‘Uplift Harris’ programTexas Attorney General Ken Paxton is not letting up on efforts to stop the controversial Uplift Harris program.
Arch Manning to get first start for No. 1 Texas as Ewers continues recovery from abdomen strain
Read full article: Arch Manning to get first start for No. 1 Texas as Ewers continues recovery from abdomen strainTexas coach Steve Sarkisian says freshman quarterback Arch Manning will get his first career start Saturday against Louisiana-Monroe.
Judge tosses Ken Paxton’s lawsuit targeting Bexar County’s voter registration effort
Read full article: Judge tosses Ken Paxton’s lawsuit targeting Bexar County’s voter registration effortThe county told a state district court judge that the applications were already mailed out and any ruling would be moot.
Injured Texas QB Quinn Ewers is questionable to return for the No. 1 Longhorns for next game
Read full article: Injured Texas QB Quinn Ewers is questionable to return for the No. 1 Longhorns for next gameTexas coach Steve Sarkisian says injured starting quarterback Quinn Ewers is considered “questionable” for the No. 1 Longhorns game this week against Louisiana-Monroe.
Texas on top! Longhorns take over at No. 1 in AP Top 25 for first time in 16 years, jumping Georgia
Read full article: Texas on top! Longhorns take over at No. 1 in AP Top 25 for first time in 16 years, jumping GeorgiaTexas is No. 1 in The Associated Press college football poll for the first time in 16 years, replacing Georgia after the Bulldogs struggled to remain unbeaten against Kentucky.
Texas PUC delays decision again on CenterPoint Energy’s rates on electric bills
Read full article: Texas PUC delays decision again on CenterPoint Energy’s rates on electric billsThe Texas Public Utility Commission has yet again delayed a decision on CenterPoint Energy’s rates that we all pay on our electric bills.
Abbott says potential power outages from Tropical Storm Francine will be restored within hours
Read full article: Abbott says potential power outages from Tropical Storm Francine will be restored within hoursTexas isn’t expected to take a direct hit when the storm makes landfall as a hurricane. But storm surge and dangerous winds are possible.
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott activates emergency response resources in preparation of potential tropical system
Read full article: Texas Gov. Greg Abbott activates emergency response resources in preparation of potential tropical systemCoastal communities in Texas may be impacted by heavy rainfall and flash flooding from the system.
Texas sues to stop a rule that shields the medical records of women who seek abortions elsewhere
Read full article: Texas sues to stop a rule that shields the medical records of women who seek abortions elsewhereTexas Attorney General Ken Paxton has filed a lawsuit against the Biden administration to block a federal rule that shields the medical records of women who travel to obtain legal abortions.
Treasury recovers $1.3 billion in unpaid taxes from high-wealth tax dodgers
Read full article: Treasury recovers $1.3 billion in unpaid taxes from high-wealth tax dodgersThe IRS has collected $1.3 billion from high-wealth tax dodgers since last fall, the agency says, crediting spending that has ramped up collection enforcement through President Joe Biden's signature climate, health care and tax package signed into law in 2022.
Texas AG warns Harris, Bexar counties in letter over proposal to mail voter registration forms to unverified recipients
Read full article: Texas AG warns Harris, Bexar counties in letter over proposal to mail voter registration forms to unverified recipientsTexas Attorney General Ken Paxton has sent letters to both the Bexar and Harris County Commissioner’s Courts threatening to sue if proposed plans to mail voter registration forms to individuals regardless of their eligibility moves forward.
Daughter of former Astro Greg Swindell found safe; Ex-boyfriend arrested on felony charges
Read full article: Daughter of former Astro Greg Swindell found safe; Ex-boyfriend arrested on felony chargesAuthorities in Austin are urgently searching for 29-year-old Brenna Swindell, a single mother of three, who has been missing since Aug. 22.
Urgent search for missing Austin mom Brenna Swindell, daughter of former Astro Greg Swindell
Read full article: Urgent search for missing Austin mom Brenna Swindell, daughter of former Astro Greg SwindellAuthorities in Austin are urgently searching for 29-year-old Brenna Swindell, a single mother of three, who has been missing since Aug. 22.
How can parents make their voices heard in Austin when it comes to school funding issues?
Read full article: How can parents make their voices heard in Austin when it comes to school funding issues?If you want to ensure your voice is heard in Austin, here’s a simple guide to contacting your legislators.
Texas AG investigating CenterPoint Energy’s ‘conduct’ during Hurricane Beryl
Read full article: Texas AG investigating CenterPoint Energy’s ‘conduct’ during Hurricane Beryl“My office is aware of concerning allegations regarding CenterPoint and how its conduct affected readiness during Hurricane Beryl, a storm that left millions of Texans without power,” Attorney General Ken Paxton said in a statement.
Former Uvalde schools police chief says he's being 'scapegoated' over response to mass shooting
Read full article: Former Uvalde schools police chief says he's being 'scapegoated' over response to mass shootingThe former Uvalde schools police chief says he thinks he's been “scapegoated” as the one to blame for the botched law enforcement response to the 2022 mass shooting at Robb Elementary School.
Texas running back CJ Baxter lost for season with training camp knee injury that requires surgery
Read full article: Texas running back CJ Baxter lost for season with training camp knee injury that requires surgeryTexas running back CJ Baxter injured a knee in practice this week and will miss the 2024 season.
9/11 hearings at Guantanamo Bay in upheaval after surprise order by US defense chief
Read full article: 9/11 hearings at Guantanamo Bay in upheaval after surprise order by US defense chiefMilitary-run hearings for accused Sept. 11 mastermind Khalid Sheikh Mohammed and two co-defendants at Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, are in upheaval following Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin’s decision to throw out a plea agreement.
Defense chief defends decision to throw out plea deal for 9/11 defendants
Read full article: Defense chief defends decision to throw out plea deal for 9/11 defendantsDefense Secretary Lloyd Austin has spoken for the first time on his decision to throw out a plea deal for the accused mastermind of al-Qaida’s 2001 attacks and two other defendants.
Gov. Greg Abbott tells CenterPoint to make new preparedness proposal after initial ‘inadequate’ one
Read full article: Gov. Greg Abbott tells CenterPoint to make new preparedness proposal after initial ‘inadequate’ oneAbbott met with CenterPoint Energy CEO Jason Wells and the Executive Vice President of Regulatory and Government Affairs, Jason Ryan, on Thursday to discuss their proposal to better respond to future severe weather events.
CenterPoint intends to ask Texas PUC for rate increase to recoup losses from Hurricane Beryl response
Read full article: CenterPoint intends to ask Texas PUC for rate increase to recoup losses from Hurricane Beryl response“CenterPoint intends to increase their rates to recoup the cost of recovering from Hurricane Beryl, passing the cost on to the customer,” Senator Carol Alvarado said in a social media post. “That dog won’t hunt.”
Marijuana decriminalization measures in San Marcos, Austin get early court wins
Read full article: Marijuana decriminalization measures in San Marcos, Austin get early court winsThree other cities have passed similar measures but the Texas AG and others question whether they can be enforced because of conflicts with state law.
‘I take accountability’: CenterPoint Energy CEO testifies before Texas committee on Hurricane Beryl response
Read full article: ‘I take accountability’: CenterPoint Energy CEO testifies before Texas committee on Hurricane Beryl responseCenterpoint’s CEO Jason Wells’ testimony comes a week after he met with the Texas Public Utility Committee (PUC) where he apologized to Houstonians. Today, we can expect Wells to double-down on initial action plans to increase resiliency.
Texas Water Board details how it will spend $1 billion for water infrastructure projects
Read full article: Texas Water Board details how it will spend $1 billion for water infrastructure projectsAbout $45 million will go to Texas towns with fewer than 1,000 residents — a boon for municipalities without a viable tax base.
State lawmakers to question CenterPoint for response in aftermath of Hurricane Beryl
Read full article: State lawmakers to question CenterPoint for response in aftermath of Hurricane BerylLawmakers in Austin are planning to question leaders of CenterPoint Energy on the company’s performance in the immediate aftermath of Hurricane Beryl in a hearing scheduled for Monday.
Texas to deploy hundreds of firefighters to California to assist in wildfire response
Read full article: Texas to deploy hundreds of firefighters to California to assist in wildfire responseTexas emergency officials have already prepared more than 100 firefighters, emergency personnel, and over 25 fire engines, command vehicles, and equipment to send as the state battles ongoing wildfires in northern California.
How Houstonians can voice concerns to CenterPoint for ‘chaos and frustration’ during Hurricane Beryl
Read full article: How Houstonians can voice concerns to CenterPoint for ‘chaos and frustration’ during Hurricane BerylOn Monday, lawmakers in Austin are planning to question leaders for CenterPoint Energy on the company’s performance in the immediate aftermath of Hurricane Beryl.
CenterPoint CEO promises improvements as Texas scrutinizes company’s Beryl response
Read full article: CenterPoint CEO promises improvements as Texas scrutinizes company’s Beryl responseJason Wells told regulators the company will launch a new outage tracker by Aug. 1. It will also trim more tree limbs near power lines and hire an executive to focus on emergency response.
U.S Rep. Lloyd Doggett took a political risk by calling on Biden to step aside. It worked.
Read full article: U.S Rep. Lloyd Doggett took a political risk by calling on Biden to step aside. It worked.In a Q&A, Doggett, 77, discusses his role in the recent chain of historic events and his feelings about where the party goes from here.
Texas named one of the least supportive states for impoverished people: report
Read full article: Texas named one of the least supportive states for impoverished people: reportDespite all the wonderful things Texas has to offer, a recent study is making some bold suggestions about how the Lone Star State looks after its residents living in poverty.
‘Texans are rightfully upset:’ Senate Special Committee created in the aftermath of Hurricane Beryl
Read full article: ‘Texans are rightfully upset:’ Senate Special Committee created in the aftermath of Hurricane BerylIn the wake of Hurricane Beryl, Texas Lt. Governor Dan Patrick has announced the creation of a Senate Special Committee on Hurricane and Tropical Storm Preparedness, Recovery, and Electricity.
The Beastie Boys sue Chili's parent company over alleged misuse of 'Sabotage' song in ad
Read full article: The Beastie Boys sue Chili's parent company over alleged misuse of 'Sabotage' song in adThe Beastie Boys are suing the parent company of Chili’s in a case that accuses the chain restaurant of running an advertisement that used the hip-hop trio’s smash hit “Sabotage” without permission.
As Beryl approaches Texas, Lt. Governor Dan Patrick is acting governor as Greg Abbott leads Asia tour
Read full article: As Beryl approaches Texas, Lt. Governor Dan Patrick is acting governor as Greg Abbott leads Asia tourTropical Storm Beryl is approaching the Texas coast and Lt. Governor Dan Patrick is the acting governor during this time.
Biden administration proposes rule to protect workers from extreme heat
Read full article: Biden administration proposes rule to protect workers from extreme heatThe proposal comes a year after a new state law ended mandatory water breaks in Austin and Dallas. Last year was the hottest on record in Texas.
The U.S. Supreme Court upheld a ban on homeless encampments. Here’s what it means for Texas.
Read full article: The U.S. Supreme Court upheld a ban on homeless encampments. Here’s what it means for Texas.The ruling comes amid a nationwide surge in homelessness as high rents put pressure on low-income households and pandemic-era protections expire.
Former Uvalde police chief indicted over response to Robb Elementary shooting
Read full article: Former Uvalde police chief indicted over response to Robb Elementary shootingUvalde’s former school police chief has been booked and released from jail following a grand jury investigation into the police response during the Robb Elementary School shooting in 2022.
Rivian shares soar on massive cash injection from Volkswagen, starting immediately with $1 billion
Read full article: Rivian shares soar on massive cash injection from Volkswagen, starting immediately with $1 billionShares of Rivian are soaring before the opening bell after Volkswagen agreed to invest $1 billion in the electric vehicle maker immediately and a potential total of up to $5 billion as part of a software development agreement.
Knicks set to acquire Mikal Bridges in a trade from the Brooklyn Nets, AP sources say
Read full article: Knicks set to acquire Mikal Bridges in a trade from the Brooklyn Nets, AP sources sayTwo people with knowledge of the details say that Mikal Bridges is being traded by the Brooklyn Nets to the New York Knicks, where he will join Jalen Brunson and his other former Villanova teammates.
As more Texans struggle with housing costs, homeownership becoming less attainable
Read full article: As more Texans struggle with housing costs, homeownership becoming less attainableA new housing report from Harvard University found that would-be homebuyers need to make more money than ever if they want to buy a home in Texas’ urban areas.
‘Tanker explosion:’ 18-wheeler carrying crude oil catches fire after being hit by SUV east of Giddings
Read full article: ‘Tanker explosion:’ 18-wheeler carrying crude oil catches fire after being hit by SUV east of GiddingsA tanker truck caught fire after being hit by an SUV on Highway 290 between Houston and Austin.
Texas should have been first state to put 10 Commandments back in schools, says Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick
Read full article: Texas should have been first state to put 10 Commandments back in schools, says Lt. Gov. Dan PatrickTexas Lt. Governor Dan Patrick is blasting his political opponents for letting Louisiana become the first state to require public schools and colleges to display the Ten Commandments.
Houston ISD’s Black and Latino students show significant improvement on STAAR exam, says Superintendent Miles
Read full article: Houston ISD’s Black and Latino students show significant improvement on STAAR exam, says Superintendent Miles📚 Exciting news from the Houston Independent School District (HISD)! The latest results from the State of Texas Assessments of Academic Readiness exams (STAAR) show that HISD students have demonstrated significant academic growth 💪🎉 Despite the challenges, HISD is closing achievement gaps and paving the way for a brighter future, according to Superintendent Mike Miles. #HISD #AcademicGrowth #ClosingGaps #EducationMatters
Texas-based Alamo Drafthouse Cinema acquired by Sony Pictures
Read full article: Texas-based Alamo Drafthouse Cinema acquired by Sony Pictures“We are beyond thrilled to join forces with Sony Pictures Entertainment to expand our company vision to be the best damn cinema that has ever, or will ever, exist now in ways we could only ever dream of,” said Tim League, Founder Alamo Drafthouse Cinema.
To fight poverty, some Texas cities gave aid with no strings attached. Conservatives are pushing back.
Read full article: To fight poverty, some Texas cities gave aid with no strings attached. Conservatives are pushing back.Guaranteed income programs let participants use funds however they see fit. Critics argue they're not a good use of taxpayer dollars.
NTSB says an air traffic controller's faulty assumption led to a close call between planes in Texas
Read full article: NTSB says an air traffic controller's faulty assumption led to a close call between planes in TexasFederal investigators say an air traffic’s controller’s faulty assumption nearly caused a runway collision at a Texas airport last year.
“Grateful to be alive”: Clubhouse programs take pressure off overwhelmed Texas mental health hospitals
Read full article: “Grateful to be alive”: Clubhouse programs take pressure off overwhelmed Texas mental health hospitalsThousands of people are discharged from Texas mental health hospitals yearly, and so-called step-down programs like clubhouses can help them integrate back into the community.
Here’s how school vouchers, Paxton impeachment affected the Texas GOP primaries
Read full article: Here’s how school vouchers, Paxton impeachment affected the Texas GOP primariesGov. Greg Abbott and Attorney General Ken Paxton crusaded against House Republicans who voted against school vouchers and in favor of impeachment, respectively.
Top US and Chinese defense officials seek to restore communications as tensions rise in Indo-Pacific
Read full article: Top US and Chinese defense officials seek to restore communications as tensions rise in Indo-PacificU.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin has met with his Chinese counterpart as the two countries seek to repair lines of communications between their militaries that could be critical as tensions continue to rise between them in the Indo-Pacific region.
Storm Tracker 2 is out on the roadway as severe thunderstorms, heavy winds move across the Houston area
Read full article: Storm Tracker 2 is out on the roadway as severe thunderstorms, heavy winds move across the Houston area🌩️ Severe Weather Alert 🌩️ A severe thunderstorm warning is in effect for several counties today. Expect scattered rain throughout the morning, with the potential for large hail, damaging winds, and even a tornado or two. Don't forget to share this important update with your friends and family! #SevereWeatherAlert #StaySafe #HoustonWeather #TexasWeather
The US defense secretary will visit Cambodia, one of China's closest allies, after regional talks
Read full article: The US defense secretary will visit Cambodia, one of China's closest allies, after regional talksU.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin is scheduled to make an official visit to Cambodia, one of China’s closest allies in Southeast Asia, after holding talks with his Chinese counterpart at an annual security conference in Singapore.
Austin police fatally shoot man seen making a bomb at a convenience store during a standoff
Read full article: Austin police fatally shoot man seen making a bomb at a convenience store during a standoffPolice in Austin, Texas, say a man seen pouring lighter fluid around a convenience store and then making a homemade bomb during an hourslong standoff was fatally shot by an officer.
Revisiting the protest movements at the University of Texas
Read full article: Revisiting the protest movements at the University of TexasProtests have been a century-long tradition at UT-Austin, and The Daily Texan, the student newspaper, has faithfully covered and recorded these significant historical events.
Houston ISD superintendent accused of funneling tax dollars out of state
Read full article: Houston ISD superintendent accused of funneling tax dollars out of stateA state lawmaker and Houston residents urge the Texas Education Agency to investigate whether the state-appointed superintendent improperly sent public funds to out-of-state charter schools.
Texas’ DEI ban almost ended cultural graduations. Latina students at UT-Austin fought to keep theirs.
Read full article: Texas’ DEI ban almost ended cultural graduations. Latina students at UT-Austin fought to keep theirs.Graduating students raised funds and took the lead organizing smaller ceremonies meant to highlight their identities and cultural heritage.
Justice Kavanaugh says unpopular rulings can later become 'fabric of American constitutional law'
Read full article: Justice Kavanaugh says unpopular rulings can later become 'fabric of American constitutional law'Supreme Court Justice Brett Kavanaugh says U_S_ history shows court decisions unpopular in their time later can become part of the “fabric of American constitutional law.”.
Legalized marijuana supporters hope voters in this Texas city will send a message to state lawmakers
Read full article: Legalized marijuana supporters hope voters in this Texas city will send a message to state lawmakersThere is no process in Texas for a voter-driven statewide referendum. So, supporters are going city by city to build statewide momentum.
False ad depicting Dade Phelan with Nancy Pelosi could inspire new anti-deepfake legislation
Read full article: False ad depicting Dade Phelan with Nancy Pelosi could inspire new anti-deepfake legislationA mailer, paid for by the Jeff Yass-bankrolled Club for Growth Action PAC, falsely depicted Phelan in a hug with former U.S. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi.
Police arrest protesters at the University of Texas-Austin after students reportedly defy deadline to disperse
Read full article: Police arrest protesters at the University of Texas-Austin after students reportedly defy deadline to disperseAccording to news sources, protestors have since defied the 1 p.m. deadline to end the protest.
Texas Republicans have tried to rein in property taxes for five years. Has it worked?
Read full article: Texas Republicans have tried to rein in property taxes for five years. Has it worked?Texas has spent billions of dollars to drive down property taxes. Many homeowners saw a significant tax cut last year, per a Texas Tribune analysis.
Travis County rejects all criminal trespass charges against 57 people arrested at UT-Austin protest
Read full article: Travis County rejects all criminal trespass charges against 57 people arrested at UT-Austin protestUniversity officials banned all students arrested from campus, except for “academic reasons.”