New Laws Take Effect In Texas
A measure allowing some epilepsy patients to get low-THC cannabis oil, Texas' first concession on medical marijuana, is one of nearly 700 new laws taking effect Tuesday.
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A measure allowing some epilepsy patients to get low-THC cannabis oil, Texas' first concession on medical marijuana, is one of nearly 700 new laws taking effect Tuesday.
A man pulled over in West Texas for speeding was arrested after a Texas Department of Public Safety trooper found more than 120 pounds of marijuana in his vehicle.
Back in May the State legislature passed the bill allowing Texas to begin manufacturing CBD oil for epilepsy patients.
A man has been arrested after a routine traffic stop led to seizure of about 77 pounds of marijuana in Fort Bend County.
Authorities in East Texas have seized thousands of marijuana plants from a growing operation spread across three fields.
An initial toxicology report for Sandra Bland, who died in a Texas jail cell, raises the possibility that she may have used marijuana while in custody, two experts said.
Two men from Dallas were busted with 537 pounds of marijuana by a deputy of the Phelps County Sheriff's Department Criminal Interdiction Team following a traffic stop on Interstate 44.
Investigators said that more than 109,000 marijuana plants have been found growing in the rural Texas Panhandle. The DEA confirmed the discovery on Wednesday.
The Texas Department of Public Safety conducted a traffic stop Monday on US-287, yielding more than 44 pounds of marijuana valued at over $268,000.
The Texas Department of Public Safety on Tuesday announced the seizure of about 118 pounds of marijuana near Amarillo.
Governor Greg Abbott says Texas won't legalize marijuana for medicinal or recreational use for as long as he's in office.
A bill intended to allow access to low-THC marijuana extracts for qualifying seizure patients is unlikely to provide patients with relief.
A federal crackdown on synthetic marijuana - or "spice" - has honed in on Dallas: A local smoke shop chain and its owner are among 28 accused of drug trafficking.
A former police officer stars in a new pro-marijuana ad that has begun airing in Texas' five largest cities.
The Texas Senate approved a limited medical marijuana bill Thursday, authorizing the sale of Cannabidiol oil (CBD), which is used to help control seizures associated with intractable epilepsy.
In what's being called the biggest surprise of this year's legislative season, the house panel voted to legalize marijuana. The bill's author, a Republican, says marijuana should to be used "for God's glory" outside of government restrictions.
A global march for marijuana rights takes place tomorrow - and one of the largest rallies in the Southwest United States will be in downtown Fort Worth.
A spike in K2 or "spice" overdoses in marijuana-restrictive states such as Texas has sparked everything from investigation to legislation.
There is a growing trend of Texans leaving the Lone Star state to take part in what has become a Pot Rush in Colorado.
Willie Nelson is jumping into the movement to commercialize marijuana and plans to roll out his own brand of cannabis that he intends to make "the best on the market."
For now, legalizing marijuana remains out of the question in Texas. But decriminalizing it?
Authorities in Texas seized over two tons of marijuana valued at more than $24 million during a traffic stop in Starr County on Monday morning.
Could medical marijuana soon be legal in Texas?
A tea party-backed Texas state lawmaker has filed a bill to fully legalize marijuana, seeking to strike any prohibition of it from state statute.
Do you support a bill that would make marijuana legal in Texas?
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Timothy Busfield is known for appearances in "The West Wing," "Field of Dreams" and "Thirtysomething."
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Lawmakers are demanding a range of actions, from a full investigation and policy changes to the defunding of ICE operations and the impeachment of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem.
The strikes were part of a retaliatory operation for the ISIS terrorist ambush in Palmyra, Syria, in December that killed two American soldiers and one U.S. civilian interpreter.
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A man and a woman are dead after Cedar Hill police say a man shot a woman before aiming his gun at officers, who opened fire, killing the man.
From laptops to vapes, lithium‑ion devices are driving emergency landings and evacuations as airlines push for stronger rules and better containment tools.
Texas veterans could be at risk of losing the help they need to stay home.
A North Texas couple tracked their stolen airport luggage across Dallas using an AirTag — only to learn police couldn't act on the data alone.
Nearly every day, hundreds of thousands of Texas students board a school bus.
Outdoor sirens are meant to warn Texans of tornadoes and floods. This summer's deadly flooding in Kerr County exposed how vulnerable many communities are, with sirens broken, outdated or missing.
Lawmakers are demanding a range of actions, from a full investigation and policy changes to the defunding of ICE operations and the impeachment of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem.
Greenland's leaders said the island's future must be decided by its people.
President Trump called for a one-year cap on credit card interest rates late Friday, an idea that has drawn strong support from lawmakers in both parties but pushback from card issuers.
Even though school property taxes have been cut during the past several legislative sessions, many homeowners are still not happy about their property tax bills. Jack Fink spoke with Ryan Chismark, partner of Meritax Advisors, about Gov. Abbott and Lt. Gov. Patrick's plans for tax reform and other ideas he believes should be considered. This includes benefits for first-time homebuyers and public schools.
The city of Dallas estimates it needs hundreds of millions of dollars to repair the 50-year-old City Hall. Former Mayor Tom Leppert tells us why he thinks the city should sell it.
A lawsuit filed late last month took Chicago-based McDonald's to task over the McRib sandwich, calling its name a form of false advertising.
While retailers like Amazon, Macy's and Target are extending their return window for gifts bought during the holidays, some stores are adding fees to return purchases.
Less than two days after Delta Air Lines offered $30,000 to each passenger on board the flight that crashed and flipped in Toronto on Monday afternoon, the company is facing its first two lawsuits in the incident — and they likely won't be the last.
Texas Agricultural Commissioner Sid Miller is calling for a statewide ban on non-water additives, such as fluoride, in the public water system.
Last year, over 16 million vehicles drove on North Texas toll roads without paying, accumulating more than $69 million in unpaid tolls.
After the ACA tax credit lapsed in December, enrollees are opting for less robust health plans or dropping coverage altogether.
'Tis the season: for sniffles, but before you blame the holiday gathering at grandma's for your coughing, sneezy misery, look around.
In Plano, Dragonfly Scans is a healthcare company that wants to show you what's happening inside your body.
In his new wellness book, "Eat Your Ice Cream," Dr. Ezekiel Emanuel goes beyond the basics of eating, exercise and sleep, to the importance of being happy, social engagement, and recommended behaviors (like "don't be a schmuck") that can benefit longevity.
Doctors say flu cases are climbing fast across North Texas as a new variant drives early‑season spread.
Salad and Go, a drive-thru salad chain, said on Wednesday that it will close all remaining Texas and Oklahoma stores.
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After years in the making, Texas Instruments' semiconductor factory in Sherman has officially begun production.
The community gathered Saturday at a parade to celebrate the remarkable season for the South Oak Cliff Golden Bears, who won the Texas UIL 5A Division II state football championship.
Anthony Davis has ligament damage in his left hand, and the Dallas Mavericks' oft-injured big man could be facing an extended absence.
Jason Witten is packing up and heading north after being hired by Oklahoma University as the Sooner's new tight ends coach.
Dacoda Nichole Jones did not mention Rashee Rice by name when she posted photos on Instagram that appeared to show signs of physical abuse.
Radek Faksa scored a shorthanded goal, Casey DeSmith made 23 saves and the Dallas Stars ended their losing streak at six games by defeating the Washington Capitals 4-1.
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George Clooney and his wife, Amal Clooney, were granted French citizenship because "they contribute, through their distinguished actions, to France's international influence and cultural outreach," the French government said.
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The Red Bull Flugtag Airshow returned to Las Colinas on Saturday after a 12-year hiatus. Teams are tasked with constructing a flying machine and putting it to the test. It's estimated that around 25,000 people attended the event.
A suspect was taken into custody after an attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder on June 1 in which there were 15 people and a dog who were victims. The suspect threw Molotov cocktails that burned some of the victims, who were part of a march for Israeli hostages.
The Neonatal Intensive Care Unit babies at Texas Health locations across North Texas celebrated Valentine's Day.
As Anthony Davis prepared for his debut game at the AAC, Dallas Mavericks fans took to the arena to protest the controversial trade.
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