Ken Paxton sues Dallas over voter-approved amendment to decriminalize marijuana
Recreational marijuana is still illegal in Texas. Paxton's lawsuit says that municipalities cannot refuse to enforce Texas drug laws.
Recreational marijuana is still illegal in Texas. Paxton's lawsuit says that municipalities cannot refuse to enforce Texas drug laws.
Election fallout and looking toward the regular session: This Week in Texas Politics
FOX 7 Austin’s Chief Political Reporter Rudy Koski and our panel of political analysts take a look at some of the big stories this week.
FOX 7 Austin’s Chief Political Reporter Rudy Koski and our panel of political analysts take a look at some of the big stories this week.
Election 2024 results: Marijuana measures fail in 3 states
Four states had measures for marijuana use on the ballots Tuesday night. Here are the results of those votes.
Four states had measures for marijuana use on the ballots Tuesday night. Here are the results of those votes.
Bastrop voters support marijuana decriminalization
Voters in Bastrop have decided to de-prioritize arrests and prosecution of misdemeanor marijuana possession offenses by voting for Proposition M.
Voters in Bastrop have decided to de-prioritize arrests and prosecution of misdemeanor marijuana possession offenses by voting for Proposition M.
Lockhart residents vote to decriminalize marijuana
Voters in Lockhart have decided to de-prioritize arrests and prosecution of misdemeanor marijuana possession offenses by voting for Proposition A.
Voters in Lockhart have decided to de-prioritize arrests and prosecution of misdemeanor marijuana possession offenses by voting for Proposition A.
Election 2024: Lockhart, Bastrop residents to vote on decriminalizing low-level marijuana possession
Residents in Bastrop and Lockhart are voting on propositions that would decriminalize low-level marijuana possession.
Residents in Bastrop and Lockhart are voting on propositions that would decriminalize low-level marijuana possession.
Older Americans turn to marijuana for better sleep and pain relief: Here's what to know
Nearly one-quarter of adults over 50 have used cannabis in the past year, a poll found.
Nearly one-quarter of adults over 50 have used cannabis in the past year, a poll found.
Texas Senate debate, hearing on marijuana-based products: This Week in Texas Politics
FOX 7 Austin's chief political reporter Rudy Koski, and our panel of political analysts, took a look at some of the hot topics in This Week in Texas Politics.
FOX 7 Austin's chief political reporter Rudy Koski, and our panel of political analysts, took a look at some of the hot topics in This Week in Texas Politics.
Over 32 lbs of marijuana seized in Wilco traffic stop; Comal County man arrested
The Williamson County Sheriff's Office have netted another huge seizure of marijuana from a traffic stop. A Comal County man was also arrested.
The Williamson County Sheriff's Office have netted another huge seizure of marijuana from a traffic stop. A Comal County man was also arrested.
Over 120 lbs of marijuana seized in Georgetown traffic stop: sheriff
Williamson County Sheriff's deputies seized pounds of marijuana and thousands of dollars during a traffic stop in Georgetown.
Williamson County Sheriff's deputies seized pounds of marijuana and thousands of dollars during a traffic stop in Georgetown.
Marijuana laws by state ahead of the 2024 presidential election
While marijuana remains illegal under federal law, dozens of U.S. states have legalized its use for adults. Here are the current laws depending on where you live.
While marijuana remains illegal under federal law, dozens of U.S. states have legalized its use for adults. Here are the current laws depending on where you live.
Majority of Americans believe marijuana is less harmful than other substances, Gallup poll says
Gallup released a new poll that shows a majority of people think marijuana causes less harm than substances like alcohol, cigarettes, and chewing tobacco.
Gallup released a new poll that shows a majority of people think marijuana causes less harm than substances like alcohol, cigarettes, and chewing tobacco.
Americans' perceptions of the harmfulness of marijuana have worsened, Gallup poll finds
While individuals' views on the effects of marijuana use are different, a recent survey reveals more people believe it can have a negative impact on users.
While individuals' views on the effects of marijuana use are different, a recent survey reveals more people believe it can have a negative impact on users.
Bastrop voters to decide on marijuana decriminalization in November
Decriminalizing marijuana is officially on the November ballot in Bastrop.
Decriminalizing marijuana is officially on the November ballot in Bastrop.
Lockhart voters to decide on marijuana enforcement this fall
If passed, Lockhart would de-prioritize arrests and prosecution for possession of fewer than four ounces of marijuana.
If passed, Lockhart would de-prioritize arrests and prosecution for possession of fewer than four ounces of marijuana.
Cannabis hyperemesis syndrome: Marijuana-linked condition on the rise
As marijuana use becomes more prevalent, a severe illness linked to frequent cannabis use is also on the rise.
As marijuana use becomes more prevalent, a severe illness linked to frequent cannabis use is also on the rise.
$85K to smoke weed and roll blunts? One Bay Area company is hiring
Smoakland is looking for a cannabis tester and blunt roller, and the company is offering a pretty penny for the role.
Smoakland is looking for a cannabis tester and blunt roller, and the company is offering a pretty penny for the role.
Judge dismisses Paxton lawsuit to reverse Austin marijuana decriminalization ordinance
A City of Austin ordinance decriminalizing low-level marijuana possession will remain in effect. On Wednesday, a judge killed a lawsuit brought by the Texas Attorney General trying to reverse the move.
A City of Austin ordinance decriminalizing low-level marijuana possession will remain in effect. On Wednesday, a judge killed a lawsuit brought by the Texas Attorney General trying to reverse the move.
Lockhart advocates one step closer to decriminalizing low-level marijuana possession
More than 900 signatures in support of the Lockhart Freedom Act were delivered to City Hall. The goal is to get the proposition on the November ballot.
More than 900 signatures in support of the Lockhart Freedom Act were delivered to City Hall. The goal is to get the proposition on the November ballot.
Daily marijuana use surpasses daily drinking in US, study finds
For the first time, more Americans use marijuana daily or nearly every day than those who drink alcohol that frequently, a shift 40 years in the making as recreational pot use has become mainstream and legal in nearly half of U.S. states.
For the first time, more Americans use marijuana daily or nearly every day than those who drink alcohol that frequently, a shift 40 years in the making as recreational pot use has become mainstream and legal in nearly half of U.S. states.