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Texas State Bar drops lawsuit over Attorney General Ken Paxton's 2020 election challenge

The ethics commission of the State Bar of Texas had sued Paxton for making dishonest claims of election fraud in a 2020 challenge to Biden's victory.

The Texas Tribune on MSN · 6h

Texas State Bar seeks to dismiss its lawsuit against Ken Paxton for challenging 2020 presidential election

The state bar had sought to sanction Paxton, which could have carried a punishment ranging from a private reprimand to disbarment.

Dallas Morning News on MSN · 7h

State Bar of Texas commission moves to drop ethics complaint against AG Ken Paxton

The state bar’s Commission for Lawyer Discipline has asked the Texas Supreme Court to dismiss its ethics complaint against Attorney General Ken Paxton. The commission filed a motion Wednesday asking the court to dismiss the case as moot.

Texas Public Radio · 7h

Texas AG Ken Paxton prevails in ethics lawsuit over his challenge to 2020 election results

Paxton’s win was unsurprising after the state’s top court sided with his deputy in a similar lawsuit last month.

Texas House bans Democrats

Houston Chronicle · 4h

Texas House Democrats lose top committee posts but keep some power in a move that rankles far right

Although Democrats will be prohibited from chairing the main legislative committees, the chamber voted to expand the powers they can have as vice chairs.

The Texas Tribune on MSN · 4h

Texas Democrats lose leadership roles in state House despite support for Speaker Dustin Burrows

Conservative activists in the GOP caucus called any power sharing with the minority party a betrayal of Republican voters.

Austin American-Statesman on M… · 3h

Here's why the Texas House cut tradition of giving committee chairmanships to minority party

The proposed House rules would, however, require committee vice chairmanships to be given to minority party members, who are outnumbered 88-62.

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott requests $11.1B from Congress

AOL · 4h

Abbott calls on Congress to reimburse Texas for border security efforts

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott on Thursday called on Congress to reimburse Texas for its border security operation, Operation Lone Star. Abbott sent letters to the leaders of the U.S. House and Senate and entire Texas congressional delegation requesting the federal government reimburse Texas for more than $11.

KDFW · 4h

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott requests $11.1B from Congress for border security efforts

Texas Governor Greg Abbott called for the federal government to pay back $11.1 billion that was spent on Operation Lone Star, Texas' border security effort, during the Biden Administration.

CBS Texas on MSN · 3h

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott wants $11 billion federal reimbursement for Operation Lone Star

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott wants Congress to reimburse Texas for more than $11 billion spent on border security during the Biden administration.

Texas A&M, Ole Miss Rebels football

Austin American-Statesman on … · 20h

Texas A&M vs Ole Miss game recap: How Aggies came back for thrilling road SEC win

It's Texas A&M vs Ole Miss in a nationally televised SEC basketball matchup. Follow along for live score and game updates as Aggies take on Rebels.

Associated Press · 1d

No. 16 Ole Miss takes on No. 13 Texas A&M after Brakefield’s 20-point game

No. 16 Ole Miss plays the No. 13 Texas A&M Aggies after Jaemyn Brakefield scored 20 points in Ole Miss' 84-81 overtime loss to the Mississippi State Bulldogs.

Ole Miss Rebels On SI on MSN · 1d

Ole Miss Basketball's Chris Beard Breaks Down 'Bounce Back' Game Against Texas A&M

Ole Miss basketball has been off to an eventful start in the 2024-2025 campaign. With a win over No. 4 Alabama in Tuscaloosa last Tuesday, the Rebels traveled to Starkville on Saturday to take on rival Mississippi State and lost a nail-bitter 84-81.

Texas, school vouchers

Yahoo · 23h

Texas House and Senate propose budgets with school funding and tax relief"

The Texas House and Senate released their proposed budgets for 2026 and 2027, highlighting new funding for public schools and property tax relief. Lawmakers praised the collaborative effort, though there is disagreement over using taxpayer dollars for private school tuition.

KHOU-TV Houston on MSN · 7h

Texas lawmakers reveal plans for property tax cuts and school vouchers in new budget proposals

Texas lawmakers have unveiled their proposed state budgets for the next two years, prioritizing property tax relief and school vouchers.

KVUE · 1d

Texas lawmakers focusing on property tax relief, school vouchers in new budget proposals

A balanced state budget is the only bill that lawmakers are constitutionally required to pass during the legislative session. Over the next few months, both chambers will reconcil

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Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick calls for clarity in Texas abortion law to protect mothers at risk

Texas Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick says the Legislature should amend the language of the state's near-total abortion ban to address ...

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Texas homeowners must now verify homestead exemptions every 5 years — or risk losing it

If you get a letter from your appraisal district asking you to verify your homestead exemption, don't ignore it. Those who don't respond could end up losing their exemption and paying more in taxes.

Texas State vs. Louisiana Picks, Odds and Prediction – January 23

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Way too early Top 25: Why Texas is the early frontrunner | College Football Enquirer

Following the National Championship, , Ross Dellenger and SI's Pat Forde look ahead to the 2025 college football season, projecting who will be the best teams in the country.

Austin American-Statesman12d

Texas vs Ohio State grades: Low marks for offense, As on defense, but what about coaching?

ARLINGTON — Texas football went to the wire with Ohio State in its College Football Playoff semifinal game Friday at AT&T ...

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Several parts of I-10 closed due to ice and snow from Louisiana/Texas state line to Florida

A significant portion of I-10 is closed in both directions in Louisiana west of Baton Rouge to the Texas border.

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State Rep. Diego Bernal discusses potential ‘Texas Two-Step’ for school financing amid SAISD heating concerns

Texas State Rep. Diego Bernal (D-San Antonio) is familiar with and understands the district's challenges. Bernal’s District 123 represents a large amount of SAISD schools.

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Texas State Adds Two Quarterbacks Through Transfer Portal

Texas State has added to their quarterback room with the addition of two transfers: Oregon State’s Gevani McCoy and Auburn’s ...

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