Sine die for Texas Legislature while debate over THC ban continues
Monday marked the end of the regular session for the Texas Legislature and saw a lengthy debate over judicial pay while the THC ban still awaits Gov. Greg Abbott's signature.
Monday marked the end of the regular session for the Texas Legislature and saw a lengthy debate over judicial pay while the THC ban still awaits Gov. Greg Abbott's signature.
Texas Legislature ends Monday with "sine die"
A disagreement over legislation involving judicial pay made the last day of the Texas legislative session - a long one. Also a continuing fight over a bill banning most hemp products could make Monday's "sine die" a short break by triggering a possible special session.
A disagreement over legislation involving judicial pay made the last day of the Texas legislative session - a long one. Also a continuing fight over a bill banning most hemp products could make Monday's "sine die" a short break by triggering a possible special session.
Bill to replace Texas STAAR test fails
Texas lawmakers failed to come to an agreement on a bill that would have replaced the STAAR test in the state.
Texas lawmakers failed to come to an agreement on a bill that would have replaced the STAAR test in the state.
Can Trump fix the national debt? GOP senators, investors and even Elon Musk have doubts
The president is touting his massive tax breaks bill to repair the U.S. debt, but some are expressing concerns if his legislation can actually trim the nation's deficit.
The president is touting his massive tax breaks bill to repair the U.S. debt, but some are expressing concerns if his legislation can actually trim the nation's deficit.
Texas THC ban: Groups hold competing news conferences with bill awaiting Abbott approval
With a bill to ban THC products in Texas awaiting Governor Greg Abbott's signature, both supporters and those who oppose the bill are looking to sway the governor.
With a bill to ban THC products in Texas awaiting Governor Greg Abbott's signature, both supporters and those who oppose the bill are looking to sway the governor.
Concerns at Napa's La Onda festival after musicians' visas revoked
Festival-goers at a popular Napa concert were disheartened when the Trump administration pulled the visas of two Mexican bands -- saying that their lyrics glorify cartel violence -- a claim the bands dispute and music lovers say will cast a chilling effect on foreign artists wanting to play in the United States.
Festival-goers at a popular Napa concert were disheartened when the Trump administration pulled the visas of two Mexican bands -- saying that their lyrics glorify cartel violence -- a claim the bands dispute and music lovers say will cast a chilling effect on foreign artists wanting to play in the United States.
Bill requiring sheriffs to work with ICE passes Texas legislature
In its original form, the bill would have applied only to counties with populations over 100,000. On May 24, the House passed an amended version in an 89-50 vote that would apply to all sheriffs in the state.
In its original form, the bill would have applied only to counties with populations over 100,000. On May 24, the House passed an amended version in an 89-50 vote that would apply to all sheriffs in the state.
Lt. Gov. Patrick calls legislative session most productive ever for Republicans | Texas: The Issue Is
Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick said the 89th Regular Session of the Texas Legislature is on the verge of being the "best" and most productive ever for conservatives.
Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick said the 89th Regular Session of the Texas Legislature is on the verge of being the "best" and most productive ever for conservatives.
Small town rallies around 'soccer mom' facing deportation: 'She belongs at home'
Residents of rural Kennett, Missouri are begging the government to "bring Carol home" after the beloved soccer mom was arrested and faces deportation.
Residents of rural Kennett, Missouri are begging the government to "bring Carol home" after the beloved soccer mom was arrested and faces deportation.
Protesters march at Texas Capitol calling for vetoes from Gov. Abbott
Protesters marched from the governor's mansion to the Texas Capitol on Saturday morning, calling on Gov. Greg Abbott to veto some legislation that's faced opposition from voters during the legislative session.
Protesters marched from the governor's mansion to the Texas Capitol on Saturday morning, calling on Gov. Greg Abbott to veto some legislation that's faced opposition from voters during the legislative session.
Texas' $338 billion budget passes Senate, heads to Gov. Abbott's desk
Property tax relief, public schools, and more: Here's how your tax dollars will be spent over the next two years.
Property tax relief, public schools, and more: Here's how your tax dollars will be spent over the next two years.
US IT specialist arrested after attempting to share classified information with foreign government: DOJ
The 28-year-old employee allegedly said he would share classified information because he does not 'agree or align' with Trump admin's values.
The 28-year-old employee allegedly said he would share classified information because he does not 'agree or align' with Trump admin's values.
Texas THC ban: Advocates seeking SB 3 veto to hold Monday press conference in Austin
Over 100,000 petition signatures and thousands of letters are expected to be delivered to Gov. Greg Abbott’s office in relation to their plea.
Over 100,000 petition signatures and thousands of letters are expected to be delivered to Gov. Greg Abbott’s office in relation to their plea.
Trump administration publishes list of ‘sanctuary jurisdictions’
The Department of Homeland Security released a list of over 500 communities labeled as “sanctuary jurisdictions,” but critics say it’s riddled with errors and lacks transparency.
The Department of Homeland Security released a list of over 500 communities labeled as “sanctuary jurisdictions,” but critics say it’s riddled with errors and lacks transparency.
Texas sends $8.5 billion school funding bill to Gov. Abbott: Here's what's in it
The funding plan looks to provide much-needed dollars to a public school system that has struggled under previous funding formulas.
The funding plan looks to provide much-needed dollars to a public school system that has struggled under previous funding formulas.
Supreme Court lets Trump end humanitarian parole for over 500K immigrants
A Supreme Court ruling could lead to the deportations of more than 500,000 migrants from Cuba, Haiti, Nicaragua and Venezuela.
A Supreme Court ruling could lead to the deportations of more than 500,000 migrants from Cuba, Haiti, Nicaragua and Venezuela.
Lawyer says Trump suffered 'mental anguish' after CBS interview with Kamala Harris
President Trump has so far refused to dismiss a $20 billion lawsuit against CBS News over how the outlet edited a “60 Minutes” interview with Kamala Harris last year.
President Trump has so far refused to dismiss a $20 billion lawsuit against CBS News over how the outlet edited a “60 Minutes” interview with Kamala Harris last year.
Texas bill banning phones in schools sent to Gov. Abbott for approval
A bill banning Texas students from using cell phones during the school day is headed to Governor Greg Abbott's desk for approval.
A bill banning Texas students from using cell phones during the school day is headed to Governor Greg Abbott's desk for approval.
Elon Musk gets White House send-off from President Trump
Elon Musk made his White House departure official, but both President Trump and Musk say he’ll continue “helping all the way."
Elon Musk made his White House departure official, but both President Trump and Musk say he’ll continue “helping all the way."
New poll on U.S. Senate race
A new poll shows that the race for U.S. Senate in Texas is tightening up.
A new poll shows that the race for U.S. Senate in Texas is tightening up.