Republican priority bills fail as feud mires relations between Texas House and Senate

A failure to compromise on school choice, border security and, for now, property taxes all but…

HB 1605 Enrolled

Relating to instructional material and technology, the adoption of essential knowledge and skills for certain public…

HB 1595 Enrolled

Relating to the administration and investment of, and distribution and use of money from, certain constitutional…

HB 1500 Enrolled

Relating to the continuation and functions of the Public Utility Commission of Texas and the Office…

HB 1361 Enrolled

Relating to the designation of liaison officers to assist certain students at public institutions of higher…

HB 1287 Enrolled

Relating to the exclusion of certain resources in determining eligibility for the supplemental nutrition assistance program.

HB 1277 Enrolled

Relating to pedestrian use of a sidewalk.

HB 1243 Enrolled

Relating to the penalty for the offense of illegal voting; increasing a criminal penalty.

HB 1228 Enrolled

Relating to the delivery of certain information under the Property Tax Code.

HB 1058 Enrolled

Relating to a franchise or insurance premium tax credit for certain housing developments.

HB 915 Enrolled

Relating to a requirement that employers post notice of certain information regarding reporting instances of workplace…

HB 621 Enrolled

Relating to creating a temporary certification to teach career and technology education for certain military service…

HB 473 Enrolled

Relating to parental rights regarding a threat assessment of a student conducted by a public school's…

HB 357 Enrolled

Relating to the requirements to access the online tracker of an application for a ballot to…

HB 114 Enrolled

Relating to the possession, use, or delivery of marihuana or e-cigarettes on or near public school…

HB 108 Enrolled

Relating to the issuance of specialty license plates for certain classroom teachers and retired classroom teachers;…

HB 44 Enrolled

Relating to provider discrimination against a Medicaid recipient or child health plan program enrollee based on…

HB 12 Enrolled

Relating to the duration of services provided under Medicaid to women following a pregnancy.

HB 4 Enrolled

Relating to the regulation of the collection, use, processing, and treatment of consumers' personal data by…

HB 3 Enrolled

Relating to measures for ensuring public school safety, including the development and implementation of purchases relating…

HB 1 Enrolled

General Appropriations Bill.

HB 1605 Enrolled

Relating to instructional material and technology, the adoption of essential knowledge and skills for certain public…

HB 1595 Enrolled

Relating to the administration and investment of, and distribution and use of money from, certain constitutional…

HB 1500 Enrolled

Relating to the continuation and functions of the Public Utility Commission of Texas and the Office…

HB 1361 Enrolled

Relating to the designation of liaison officers to assist certain students at public institutions of higher…

HB 1287 Enrolled

Relating to the exclusion of certain resources in determining eligibility for the supplemental nutrition assistance program.

HB 1277 Enrolled

Relating to pedestrian use of a sidewalk.

HB 1243 Enrolled

Relating to the penalty for the offense of illegal voting; increasing a criminal penalty.

HB 1228 Enrolled

Relating to the delivery of certain information under the Property Tax Code.

HB 1058 Enrolled

Relating to a franchise or insurance premium tax credit for certain housing developments.

HB 915 Enrolled

Relating to a requirement that employers post notice of certain information regarding reporting instances of workplace…

HB 621 Enrolled

Relating to creating a temporary certification to teach career and technology education for certain military service…

HB 473 Enrolled

Relating to parental rights regarding a threat assessment of a student conducted by a public school's…

HB 357 Enrolled

Relating to the requirements to access the online tracker of an application for a ballot to…

HB 114 Enrolled

Relating to the possession, use, or delivery of marihuana or e-cigarettes on or near public school…

HB 108 Enrolled

Relating to the issuance of specialty license plates for certain classroom teachers and retired classroom teachers;…

HB 44 Enrolled

Relating to provider discrimination against a Medicaid recipient or child health plan program enrollee based on…

HB 12 Enrolled

Relating to the duration of services provided under Medicaid to women following a pregnancy.

HB 4 Enrolled

Relating to the regulation of the collection, use, processing, and treatment of consumers' personal data by…

HB 3 Enrolled

Relating to measures for ensuring public school safety, including the development and implementation of purchases relating…

HB 1 Enrolled

General Appropriations Bill.

Texas House votes to impeach state Attorney General Ken Paxton

The Republican-led Texas House of Representatives has voted to impeach Republican state Attorney General Ken Paxton.…

Texas House votes to impeach state Attorney General Ken Paxton

AYESHA RASCOE, HOST: With the sound of the clerk ringing the bell… (SOUNDBITE OF COURT BELL…

This mobile bathroom is designed to meet the specialized needs of the disabled public

AYESHA RASCOE, HOST: Summertime is here, the season of blocked-off streets for big civic events like…

This mobile bathroom is designed to meet the specialized needs of the disabled public

AYESHA RASCOE, HOST: Summertime is here, the season of blocked-off streets for big civic events like…

This mobile bathroom is designed to meet the specialized needs of the disabled public

AYESHA RASCOE, HOST: Summertime is here, the season of blocked-off streets for big civic events like…

This mobile bathroom is designed to meet the specialized needs of the disabled public

AYESHA RASCOE, HOST: Summertime is here, the season of blocked-off streets for big civic events like…

Ken Paxton’s top assistant will act as Texas attorney general, for now

State law bars impeached Attorney General Ken Paxton from serving while the Senate debates whether to…

NASA Pursues Lunar Terrain Vehicle Services for Artemis Missions

NASA is seeking industry proposals for a next-generation LTV (Lunar Terrain Vehicle) that will allow astronauts…

NASA Sets Coverage for Axiom Mission 2 Departure from Space Station

NASA will provide live coverage of the undocking and departure of Axiom Mission 2 (Ax-2) private…

Hubble Captures a Drifting Galaxy

The jellyfish galaxy JW39 hangs serenely in this image from the NASA/ESA Hubble Space Telescope.

Ring Lost Down Toilet 13 Years Ago is Discovered at Wastewater Treatment Facility 1,000 Feet From Her Home

A woman in Minnesota has been reunited with an anniversary ring she accidentally flushed down the…

Creating Electricity From Moisture in the Air, Even in the Sahara Desert

A totally science-fiction device developed by scientists in Massachusetts would allow people to pull electricity out…

Your Inspiring Weekly Horoscope From Rob Brezsny: A ‘Free Will Astrology’

Our partner Rob Brezsny provides his weekly wisdom to enlighten our thinking and motivate our mood.…

9 People Who Had Won Millions in the Lottery Teamed Up to Restore Historic Lido to its Former Glory–LOOK

Nine different lottery victors with winnings that would total $20 million banded together and restored an…

‘Gift of Adoption’ Marks 5,000th Child Given a Home–Covering the Fees to Keep Siblings Together

An American nonprofit is celebrating a huge milestone after helping to unite three brothers at risk…

More Than 5,000 Ocean Species Entirely New to Science Discovered by English Expedition in Pacific

More than 5,000 new marine species have been discovered by an English expedition in the Pacific.…

Antibiotic That Destroys One of World’s Deadliest Superbugs Discovered by AI Supercomputer

An antibiotic that could be used to treat one of the world’s most drug-resistant superbugs has…

Newborn Calf Leads Mother Cow to Greet Stranger Who Helped Them Reunite (WATCH)

Flo is a devoted cow who’s nurtured several calves in her lifetime. But for this newborn,…

Mom Became Pregnant While Already Pregnant, Conceiving Twins 28 Days Apart in Age

An extra fertile mother was overjoyed when she discovered she was pregnant again—while already pregnant—after apparently…

A New Poll Points to a Formula For the Perfect Vacation: ‘Unexpected’ and ‘Unforgettable’

What makes a vacation truly memorable? There may be a reliable formula, at least for younger…

Texas softball swept by No. 4 Tennessee in super regionals, ends season with 45 wins

AUSTIN (KXAN) — The Texas Longhorns softball team ran into a Tennessee orange-colored buzzsaw in the…

How does the impeachment process work in Texas?

AUSTIN (KXAN) –  Following an investigation by the House General Investigating Committee, the conservative-leaning committee unanimously…

Texas lawmakers pass bill aimed at Veterinary Board

AUSTIN (KXAN) – Texas lawmakers voted to temporarily attach the state’s Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners…

Texas House votes to impeach Ken Paxton

AUSTIN (KXAN) – The Texas House voted 121-23 to impeach Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton Saturday.…

Texas Longhorns not named regional hosts, on the road to start NCAA baseball tournament

AUSTIN (KXAN) — The Texas Longhorns will start the NCAA baseball tournament on the road. The…

Timeline of events leading to the impeachment of Republican Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton

A timeline of key events that led to Texas Republican Attorney General Ken Paxton being impeached…

Ken Paxton impeachment fight exposes deep fissures among Texas Republ…

Despite a generation of political dominance, the party has had trouble uniting behind a common vision.…

Republican-led Texas House impeaches state Attorney General Ken Paxton

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has been impeached by fellow Republicans in a historic vote in…

Texas House votes to impeach Republican Attorney General Ken Paxton, triggering his suspension from office

Texas House votes to impeach Republican Attorney General Ken Paxton, triggering his suspension from office.  Texas…

GOP-controlled Texas House impeaches Republican Attorney General Ken Paxton, triggering suspension

The Texas House of Representatives has voted to impeach scandal-plagued Republican Attorney General Ken Paxton. The…

‘Illegal, unethical, profoundly unjust:’ Texas House votes to impeach Paxton

(The Center Square) – Within 48 hours of announcing the findings of a House General Investigating…

Heard the latest buzz? Texas ranked among best states for beekeeping

Texas was also named for having the 3rd value of honey production, as well as apiculture…

Fight still ahead for Texas’ Ken Paxton after historic impeachment deepens GOP divisions

The historic impeachment of Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton is plunging Republicans into a bruising fight…

Conservative House Republicans knock debt ceiling deal

Conservative House Republicans are already voicing criticism about the agreement in principle to cap spending and…

With Debt Limit Deal in Hand, McCarthy and Biden Turn to Task of Selling It

With the right and the left up in arms about the agreement in principle reached by…

Baker-Koonce Intermediate School choir takes part in ‘Music Across Texas’

On Friday, May 12, the Baker-Koonce Choir took part in “Music Across Texas” at Six Flags…

Ken Paxton Is Temporarily Suspended After Texas House Vote

The state attorney general and conservative star faces a trial in the Senate.  

House Republican dismisses ‘colorful conservatives’ upset over debt ceiling deal: ‘Going to pass’

Rep. Dusty Johnson said the debt ceiling bill will pass despite a small number of “colorful…

What’s in the Debt Deal

Leaders from both parties have reached an agreement.  

McCarthy and Biden’s debt ceiling plan faces a big test

The stakes are especially high for McCarthy, whose survival as speaker could be at stake.  

Republican priority bills fail as feud mires relations between Texas …

A failure to compromise on school choice, border security and, for now, property taxes all but…

Fight still ahead for Texas’ Ken Paxton after historic impeachment deepens GOP divisions

Paxton said he has “full confidence” as he awaits a trial in the state Senate.  

Clint Black to Undergo Medical Procedure, Cancels Headlining Texas Show

Clint is undergoing a ‘procedure on his back’ that will force him to stay off the…

Speaker McCarthy defends budget compromise as conservatives balk: ‘A step in the right direction’

House Speaker Kevin McCarthy says his budget deal with President Biden is a “step in the…

Texas House Impeaches Republican State AG Ken Paxton

The resolution to impeach now moves to the state senate for trial.  

Texas House holds vote on impeachment of state AG Ken Paxton

The Texas legislature is voting Saturday on the impeachment of the state’s attorney general.    

Republican legislatures targeting academic tenure at universities

Some lawmakers want to curtail giving tenure to college professors, but opponents argue tenure protects educators…

Texas House holds vote on impeachment of state AG Ken Paxton

The Texas legislature is voting Saturday on the impeachment of the state’s attorney general.    

Timeline of events leading to the impeachment of Republican Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton

A timeline of key events that led to Texas Republican Attorney General Ken Paxton being impeached…

Texas House holds vote on impeachment of state AG Ken Paxton

The Texas legislature is voting Saturday on the impeachment of the state’s attorney general.    

Texas’ GOP-held House set for impeachment proceedings against AG Ken Paxton

The House scheduled an afternoon start for debate on whether to impeach and suspend Paxton from…

Texas attorney general impeached by Republican-led House in historic vote

Ken Paxton drew support from Donald Trump and Ted Cruz prior to the vote  

Texas attorney general faces impeachment vote by state House

The Texas House is scheduled to vote on Saturday whether to impeach state Attorney General Ken…

Texas’ GOP-held House set for impeachment proceedings against Attorney General Ken Paxton

Texas’ GOP-led House of Representatives was set to hold historic impeachment proceedings against Attorney General Ken…

GOP-controlled Texas House votes to impeach Republican Attorney General Ken Paxton

The historic vote came after a monthslong House investigation into the three-term attorney general that resulted…

Texas’ GOP-held House set for impeachment proceedings against Attorney General Ken Paxton

Texas’ GOP-led House of Representatives is set to hold historic impeachment proceeding against Attorney General Ken…

Texas’ GOP-held House set for impeachment proceedings against Attorney General Ken Paxton

Texas’ GOP-led House of Representatives is set to hold historic impeachment proceeding against Attorney General Ken…

Texas House votes to impeach Republican Attorney General Ken Paxton

Texas’ House voted to impeach Republican Attorney General Attorney General Ken Paxton on Saturday, meaning he…

Texas House impeaches Republican Attorney General Ken Paxton

The attorney general has been a fierce critic of President Biden, particularly on cultural issues, and…

Ken Paxton updates: Texas House impeachment vote will be an intra-GOP…

The embattled attorney general has criticized a Republican-led push that could remove him from office. The…

Watch: Texas House debates impeachment of embattled Attorney General Ken Paxton

Watch: Texas House debates impeachment of embattled Attorney General Ken Paxton  

Donald Trump, Ted Cruz stand with Texas AG Ken Paxton as impeachment vote about to begin

Donald Trump weighed in on the possible impeachment of Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton, calling for…

Paxton Impeachment: Live Updates: Texas House Considers Impeaching Ken Paxton

Mr. Paxton, the state attorney general who has become a conservative star, faces a vote in…

‘Extremely historic event.’ Texas lawmakers prepare for Ken Paxton impeachment vote

AUSTIN — Legislators faced with whether to impeach Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton struck a somber…

Clay Walker To Fill In For Clint Black At The 5th Annual Black Gold Bash In Texas

Clay Walker is stepping up to fill-in for Clint Black at The 5th Annual Black Gold…

Ted Cruz explains why a Target boycott won’t work like Bud Light

Texas Republican Senator Ted Cruz said Friday that a conservative boycott of Target over its Pride…

Paxton invites supporters to rally at state Capitol

Committee to call impeachment resolution at 1 p.m.  

Three-term Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton faces calls for impeachment

A Texas House committee has recommended impeaching Republican Attorney General Ken Paxton who it says has…

34 Years Ago: Aliens Fly Kenny Rogers to ‘Planet Texas’

It’s so campy and bizarre!    

Donald Trump Jr. defends Texas AG Ken Paxton from Republican impeachment

A state House committee on Thursday unanimously voted to recommend Paxton be impeached and removed from…

San Francisco ended its travel ban to conservative states. Could others be next?

State and local governments instituted travel bans to pressure states on policy, but a report out…

Texas attorney general urges supporters to protest at capitol ahead of impeachment vote

Ken Paxton’s call for protesters to be ‘peacefully’ heard at the state capitol echoes similar request…

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton asks supporters to peacefully rally to protest vote to impeach

Paxton decried the impeachment proceedings as “political theater” that will “inflict lasting damage on the Texas…

Study. Plan. Execute. Can the DeSantis way beat Trump?

Technical glitches aside, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is known for a disciplined approach that has fueled…

Florida’s book bans lead a wave of crackdowns in conservative states

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis made book restrictions a central cultural issue in his presidential bid. Now…

Florida’s book bans lead a wave of crackdowns in conservative states

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis made book restrictions a central cultural issue in his presidential bid. Now…

Donald Trump Jr., conservative Republicans ride to Ken Paxton’s defense on eve of impeachment vote

Supporters of the attorney general portray Saturday’s impeachment vote as a political witch hunt meant to…

Three-term Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton faces calls for impeachment

A Texas House committee has recommended impeaching Republican Attorney General Ken Paxton who it says has…

GOP-led Texas House to vote Saturday on impeachment of AG Paxton

Committee to call impeachment resolution at 1 p.m.