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The Act, officially known as Senate Bill 4, will be among his legislative priorities this session, Patrick's office said in a news release Wednesday.
"The playing of the National Anthem is a time-honored tradition and the Dallas Stars will continue to perform the Star-Spangled Banner prior to our games at American Airlines Center," the Stars said in a statement.
The NBA issued a statement Thursday about a "longstanding league policy" regarding the national anthem as fans are making their way back to arenas.
Dallas Mavericks owner Mark Cuban said Tuesday, he decided before this season began not to play the national anthem before the team's home games.
The upcoming NBA season will begin in late December, but the question remains if teams like the Dallas Mavericks will be able to have fans in the stands as the COVID-19 pandemic continues.
Dallas Mavericks owner Mark Cuban is following through on his commitment to help former NBA guard Delonte West, and following up with the world on West's recovery.
Dallas Mavericks owner Mark Cuban has shared the "first steps" that former NBA guard Delonte West has taken on his road to recovery.
There were some heated exchanges between Dallas Mavericks owner Mark Cuban and Texas Senator Ted Cruz on Twitter Tuesday after the Republican blamed a drop in NBA Finals ratings on social justice and Black Lives Matter messaging.
After a couple videos showing a homeless Delonte West looking haggard, appearing under the influence went viral this year, Mark Cuban decided it was time for a timeout.
Dallas Mavericks owner Mark Cuban said more stimulus money is needed for the economy to recover amid COVID-19 and suggested that households receive $1,000 stimulus checks every two weeks for the next two months.
Dallas Mavericks owner Mark Cuban spoke with CBS 11 Sports about a wide range of topics that have affected lives across the U.S.
The always outspoken, community-driven Mark Cuban will join a diverse group of local and national industry leaders in an effort to "Heal America," on Thursday.
"I saw that video," Mavericks owner Mark Cuban said. "I saw the officer on his neck, I was repulsed. It was stomach churning. It made me ill."
Dallas Mavericks owner Mark Cuban said he investigated if businesses that reopened in Dallas last week were actually following mandatory guidelines.
Dallas Mavericks owner Mark Cuban responded to President Trump's comments about when sports would return in the United States.
Dallas Mavericks owner Mark Cuban doesn't sound optimistic about the season starting anytime soon. He appeared on ESPN's 'Get Up' this morning and said he has "no idea" when the NBA season might return.
Home delivery service DoorDash has partnered with the Dallas Mavericks to support local restaurants and businesses still open during the coronavirus pandemic.
The Dallas Mavericks announced today that Mark Cuban, Luka Dončić and Dwight Powell have teamed up with the Dallas Mavericks Foundation to donate $500,000 to support childcare for UT Southwestern and Parkland healthcare workers.
Mark Cuban said he and the Mavericks have set up a program to pay for daycare for the children of healthcare workers in order to give those workers a peace of mind as they continue to battle this outbreak.
The Dallas Mavericks and Mark Cuban are continuing to pay it forward to support those affected by the concerns over the coronavirus outbreak.
Dallas Mavericks owner Mark Cuban is urging residents in North Texas, and across the country, to go out of their way to support local businesses as COVID-19 continues to spread.
NBA fans' world was flipped upside-down Wednesday evening as concerns over the novel coronavirus quickly escalated to the point of suspending the entire season.
The Mavericks were in the second half of their game when the NBA announced plans to suspend the season "until further notice" after a Utah Jazz player tested positive for the coronavirus.
A source tells the AP center Rudy Gobert has tested positive for the coronavirus.
The Dallas Mavericks have lost their protest of the Feb. 22 game against the Atlanta Hawks, and owner Mark Cuban has also been fined $500,000 for his criticism and actions against the referees of that game.
Under SB 1049, school districts must allow students to leave campus during the school day for religious instruction.
The Rancher's Navy has been moving through the burn zone, joining dozens of volunteers and crews trying to save livestock and help ranchers recover.
Officers responded to the scene near Main and North Akard streets on Thursday night.
New fires are burning across North Texas as the Ross Fire continues its destructive path.
U.S. officials have confirmed cases of a parasitic illness tied to lettuce in three more states: Georgia, Tennessee and Texas.
Under SB 1049, school districts must allow students to leave campus during the school day for religious instruction.
The Ross wildfire has burned more than 80,000 acres across Palo Pinto and Jack counties, forcing evacuations, closing roads and disrupting schools.
The Rancher's Navy has been moving through the burn zone, joining dozens of volunteers and crews trying to save livestock and help ranchers recover.
Officers responded to the scene near Main and North Akard streets on Thursday night.
New fires are burning across North Texas as the Ross Fire continues its destructive path.
Under SB 1049, school districts must allow students to leave campus during the school day for religious instruction.
SB 1049 compels school districts to allow students to leave campus for religious instruction during the school day.
"Maybe this is one of those times that we just need to be loud and make people hear us that they're not being treated fairly," she said.
The reversal comes just weeks after an I-Team investigation showed contention over the disciplinary process.
A phone call from jail raised further suspicions that Carney targeted other girls.
ICE has granted a $16.7 million no-bid contract for 6,000 gloves that can deliver electric shocks, a new use-of-force tool that the agency claims will help officers control resisting detainees.
The executive order directs the Interior Department to update the Geographic Names Information System, changing the name of Lake Ontario to Lake America.
The Republican Party is bringing a national midterm convention to Dallas in September as it looks to rally voters and maintain control of Congress in November.
The surge in arrests comes as the White House pushes ICE to hit a target of 2,000 per day.
U.S. District Judge David Hittner originally ruled the law was unconstitutional in September 2023.
Target, which embarked on a turnaround plan under its new CEO earlier this year, reported an increase in first-quarter sales Wednesday.
During the program's first year, it will be offered at about 65 to 75 hospitals that handle about a quarter of births in the state and largely serve low-income patients, Newsom's office said.
Bimbo Bakeries USA employs over 20,000 people and has been headquartered in Horsham, Pennsylvania, for the past 17 years.
This explosion is among several similar incidents across North Texas that raise questions about why hazardous natural gas leaks keep happening
Zoox, owned by Amazon, produces its own autonomous vehicles that it says are built for passengers, not drivers.
U.S. officials have confirmed cases of a parasitic illness tied to lettuce in three more states: Georgia, Tennessee and Texas.
Moderna and Merck announced study results that reflect a "landmark moment" in treatment for one of the deadliest forms of skin cancer.
Dallas County health officials said the possible exposure happened during the 2025-26 school year, and that testing is recommended for returning students in grades 10-12.
Casting for Recovery was started by two women, a professional angler and a reconstructive breast surgeon, who recognized the healing powers of fly fishing.
The Social Security Administration is expanding its list of diseases and other health conditions that may qualify for accelerated approval of disability benefits.
After a 2024 merger with Cedar Flags the combined company moved its headquarters to North Carolina.
The project would include a new Dallas Stars arena, along with restaurants, shops and public spaces.
It's an annual Dallas tradition, but this year those pink Cadillacs are parking in Fort Worth.
A fairly new entertainment and food venue in Allen surprised a lot of people last week by suddenly shutting down.
The future of AI technology manufacturing has landed in North Texas.
In a news release, the NFL said it plans to "elevate" Pro Bowl selections, with no replacement selections.
NFL player Miles Sanders was arrested in the Pittsburgh area for driving under the influence, according to court records.
The 6-foot-10, 250-pound former NBA player was removed from Sunday's game after he was confronted by Sky guard Natasha Cloud.
The rate is much higher than is seen in the general population. CTE is a brain disease linked to repeated blows to the head.
Many North Texas Native Americans celebrated Pete's debut Saturday with joy.
Both sides have rested in the murder trial of Duane "Keffe D" Davis, who prosecutors allege orchestrated the 1996 murder of Tupac Shakur.
"She told me recently that if there was no hope for her, she would still allow her medical team to try experimental drugs in the hope of helping others in the future," Stella Parton said in a Facebook post.
Tim Curry was known for his iconic performances in cult classics like "The Rocky Horror Picture Show" and the original screen adaptation of Stephen King's "It."
Audience members at a stage performance of "9 to 5: The Musical" in the U.K. were heard gasping aloud at the news of Dolly Parton's death Tuesday.
President Trump said that he would be "lowering the American flag" throughout the nation for one week in Dolly Parton's honor.
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.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
