Texas House passes bill to ban lawmakers from fundraising if they're breaking quorum
Republicans favored the measure because they say Democrats shouldn't be rewarded for leaving the state and avoiding the House session.
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Republicans favored the measure because they say Democrats shouldn't be rewarded for leaving the state and avoiding the House session.
Garcia and other Democrats are fighting back in court to prevent the new Congressional maps that Gov. Greg Abbott signed into law from being implemented.
The measure that would allow nearly any private citizen to sue out-of-state prescribers and others who send abortion pills into Texas.
They accuse Texas legislative leaders of engaging in gerrymandering to prevent Black voters from electing candidates of their choice.
House Democrats who broke quorum are facing thousands of dollars in fines.
Wednesday's hearing was the first time parents of the victims spoke to the Legislature publicly.
Houston Sen. Carol Alvarado planned to filibuster the Republican bill that redraws congressional maps.
House Bill 4 advances to the Senate after Democrats return from a quorum-breaking walkout. Republicans aim to reshape the Texas congressional maps.
A federal judge temporarily blocked a Texas law requiring public schools to display the Ten Commandments, ruling it likely violates the First Amendment.
The Texas House gaveled in at noon with Democratic members present, marking an official end to the quorum break.
Texas House Speaker Dustin Burrows has suspended direct deposits for lawmakers who left the state, intensifying pressure to restore quorum during the special session.
Paxton is targeting Texas Majority PAC and O'Rourke-linked group in probe of alleged illegal coordination and bribery tied to redistricting walkout.
Rep. Katrina Pierson says Democrats who fled the state to block redistricting votes should face consequences, as Gov. Abbott seeks Supreme Court intervention.
Paxton has launched an investigation into Beto O'Rourke's PAC, accusing it of illegally funding House Democrats who left the state to block a redistricting vote.
The Texas redistricting battle landed on the steps of the Massachusetts State House in Boston Wednesday.
The House is going to meet again Friday afternoon in an attempt to make quorum.
Texas Republican lawmakers returned to the Capitol without Democrats, who fled to block a vote on a GOP-drawn congressional map.
The Dallas Court of Appeals has upheld a lower court's decision allowing a defamation lawsuit against Paul Chabot brought by former State Rep. Frederick Frazier to move forward.
The Texas Senate Committee on State Affairs will meet on Monday to consider SB 7, mandating the bathrooms transgender people may use in government and school buildings.
As new tariffs take effect, an Arlington holiday retailer warns of rising costs and growing uncertainty for small businesses.
As Democrats protest redistricting in Austin, Dallas Latino leaders see a chance to gain ground in Congress.
SB 5 would outlaw most hemp-derived THC products, including those legal under federal law.
The public hearing will take place at Hill Country Youth Event Center at 9:30 a.m.
If approved, the redrawn map would give the GOP a path to win up to 30 of the state's 38 congressional seats, which is five more than they currently hold.
The Texas Senate gave first approval to the second reading of the bill banning THC on Wednesday.
Nine men and women are on trial, facing a variety of federal charges, accused of being part of a "North Texas antifa cell."
After waiting more than 4 hours to vote, a Dallas County woman says poll workers asked her to return her ballot.
Celina ISD's new athletic director says rebuilding trust is priority after a sex scandal rocked the powerhouse football program.
Two Mesquite homes were destroyed in a fire investigators say was likely sparked by floating lanterns released nearby.
North Texas fisherman charged after game wardens say he stuffed weights in a bass to try to win a Lake Fork tournament.
Nine men and women are on trial, facing a variety of federal charges, accused of being part of a "North Texas antifa cell."
After waiting more than 4 hours to vote, a Dallas County woman says poll workers asked her to return her ballot.
Celina ISD's new athletic director says rebuilding trust is priority after a sex scandal rocked the powerhouse football program.
Two Mesquite homes were destroyed in a fire investigators say was likely sparked by floating lanterns released nearby.
North Texas fisherman charged after game wardens say he stuffed weights in a bass to try to win a Lake Fork tournament.
The crash sparked a nearly three‑year I‑Team investigation into Fort Worth police pursuit policies.
It started with a complaint from a male officer.
Austin medical supply business accused of Medicare fraud, funneling millions overseas, federal complaint says.
As Texas, in recent years, has experienced an increase in its infant mortality rate, it has seen a growing interest in bereavement care for families.
Internal turmoil, missing records, and clashing narratives raise new questions about the nonprofit's management and oversight.
After waiting more than 4 hours to vote, a Dallas County woman says poll workers asked her to return her ballot.
Two teen mariachi musicians detained by ICE in South Texas spark bipartisan criticism as their family seeks asylum.
At a Miami-area news conference Monday, President Trump said he expects the war in Iran to end "very soon," but also called it "the beginning of building a new country."
Mojtaba Khamenei was named Iran's new supreme leader following the death of his father in the U.S.-Israeli strikes.
Live Nation, the parent company of Ticketmaster, has reached a deal with the Department of Justice as part of a high-stakes antitrust trial.
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.
HHS Secretary RFK Jr. wants the popular coffee chains to prove their surgery drinks are safe for teens and suggested the Trump administration could place limits on your cup of coffee.
Tests of dozens of baby formulas by Consumer Reports found that nearly half contained potentially dangerous chemicals.
USALESS.COM is recalling its Rhino Choco VIP 10X product due to the undeclared presence of Tadalafil, which is the active ingredient in Cialis.
Eagle Mountain-Saginaw ISD said that the decision was made after consultation with Tarrant County Public Health.
The McKinney Fire Chief already has AED's placed in all police and fire vehicles.
Small businesses along South Akard Street say the removal of a key bridge connecting Downtown Dallas to the Cedars neighborhood is already driving customers away, with no return of direct access expected until 2028.
An Amazon Prime delivery in Richardson this week left more behind than intended.
Prominent political and business leaders are named in the documents released by the Justice Department in connection with its investigations into Jeffrey Epstein.
A Dallas coffee chain says it's caught in a political firestorm after a walkout over an ICE discount.
During the World Cup, soccer fans will be able to get a taste of what North Texas' new professional soccer team, Atletico Dallas, has to offer.
The PPA says the sport has grown by 300% over the past year.
The Cowboys are working to shore up their secondary by agreeing to a contract with free agent safety Jalen Thompson to a reported 3-year, $36 million contract.
The Cowboys will send a 4th-round pick to Green Bay.
Olivia Miles, the league player of the year, scored 17 points for No. 1 seed TCU (29-5), even though she played most of the way in foul trouble.
Blackhawks rookie forward Oliver Moore left midway through the first period after three shifts with an undisclosed injury when sliding into the end boards seconds after assisting on Rinzel's goal.
A woman was arrested on Sunday for firing multiple shots at the Beverly Hills home of Rihanna, Los Angeles Police Department officials say.
Actor and filmmaker Bruce Campbell told fans that he is in treatment for cancer and will cancel some upcoming public appearances.
Hillary Knight, Megan Keller and Jack and Quinn Hughes made a surprise appearance during "Heated Rivalry" star Connor Storrie's opening monologue on "SNL."
Shia LaBeouf, who was charged with battery after police say he punched several people outside a New Orleans bar earlier this month, was arrested again on Saturday.
Singer-songwriter Neil Sedaka, known for his hits like "Laughter in the Rain," "Breaking Up is Hard to Do" and "Calendar Girl," has died.
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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