Texas Senate Advances School Vouchers; House Still Opposed
The Texas Senate has advanced a school voucher plan using taxpayer funds to help parents send their children to private and religious schools instead of public ones.
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The Texas Senate has advanced a school voucher plan using taxpayer funds to help parents send their children to private and religious schools instead of public ones.
The bill is headed back to committee to correct an error.
With seven weeks left, the real wrangling in Republican Gov. Greg Abbott's first session now begins.
Democratic state lawmakers have used a technical objection to temporarily derail a high-profile push to overturn Texas' post-Civil War ban on the open carry of handguns.
Texas would cut its sales tax rate for the first time in history under a House Republican plan that scraps homeowner tax relief sought by Gov. Greg Abbott.
The Republican-controlled Legislature began a push Monday to repeal Texas' 14-year-old law that gives the children of some people living in the United States illegally in-state tuition at public universities.
Texas lawmakers are considering changing the state's definition of who is considered an adult in the criminal justice system, and even some who disagree with parts of the proposals say the policy should be changed.
The budget plan bursts with big wins for Texas Republicans: more border security dollars, room for tax cuts and new jabs at abortion providers.
Lawmakers around the country have been taking up various bills that cater to the growing microbrewery industry.
Texas Senators have unanimously approved a measure aimed at increasing transparency in state contracts, one day after the release of a scathing report detailing a no-bid state contract.
For the third time, the Texas House has passed a bill outlawing texting while driving.
The Texas House is launching an ambitious attempt to fix the troubled way the state pays for public schools without waiting for the conclusion of a bitter, ongoing court battle.
Billions of available dollars remain unspent under a House budget that sets up battles over tax cuts and extra money for roads and classrooms in the final two months of the Legislature.
If you think gas wells are too close to homes and schools, wait until you hear how much closer they could be getting.
The Texas Senate has given preliminary approval to allowing concealed handguns in college classrooms, a day after passing a measure allowing open carry of guns most everywhere else in America's second most-populous state.
Plans to hire of hundreds of new troopers for the Texas-Mexico border is part of sweeping border security measures tentatively approved by the Texas House.
Grand juries in Texas are chosen like no other place in the country.
The Texas Senate has given its final approval to licensed open carry of handguns in the state, sending the measure to the House.
The Texas Senate is set to vote on a bill that would allow the licensed open carry of handguns in the state.
A Texas Senate committee has recommended moving state public corruption prosecutors out of the office of an Austin-based district attorney.
The signs delivered to state lawmakers in Austin had a strong message with just two words: Former Fetus. But it wasn't the message that caused a flap, it was the interaction between two Republican lawmakers about where the sign was hung.
The Texas Senate approved the first bill of the legislative session on Wednesday, with speedy passage of a plan to shift billions of dollars generated by vehicle sales taxes to building and maintaining roads strained by the state's booming population.
Top conservatives clamoring for 'school choice' voucher plans in the Texas Legislature are offering other priorities that are less hot-button but still may spark bitter floor fights.
All 20 Texas Senate Republicans sent a letter Monday to President Barack Obama demanding more flexibility for their state to administer Medicaid
Democrats in the Texas Senate were shoved further aside by the Republican majority Friday as Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick announced committee appointments with the minority party in charge of only two panels.
Two-thirds of divorced Americans marry again, according to a Pew analysis of federal data.
After seven trips to Ukraine since the war began, Pastor Leo Regheta says conditions in Kharkiv are worse than ever — despite growing misconceptions that the conflict is over.
The mayor says Dallas could be forfeiting millions in federal reimbursements and missing a chance to expand police staffing by rejecting ICE's 287(g) partnership offer.
The president said last month he would impose a 25% tariff rate on all medium- and heavy-duty trucks imported into the U.S.
Law enforcement and volunteer teams coordinate safety measures ahead of weekend rallies critical of Trump administration.
Prediction models are showing scattered storms in the Metroplex around between 11 a.m. and 4 p.m. Saturday.
Two-thirds of divorced Americans marry again, according to a Pew analysis of federal data.
A woman from Oklahoma was injured when a minivan crashed into a Buc-ee's store entrance, pinning her against a display before the driver shot himself.
After seven trips to Ukraine since the war began, Pastor Leo Regheta says conditions in Kharkiv are worse than ever — despite growing misconceptions that the conflict is over.
Emergency crews worked with federal aviation officials to secure the scene and assess risks to nearby homes after the unexpected landing.
Earlier this year, the department found that 55 cases filed from 2019 to 2022 were sitting open and unworked.
They are small and cheap, and they are turning legal rifles into illegal machine guns.
ICEBlock, a crowdsourced app with 1.4 million users, was removed from the App Store following pressure from federal officials and criticism after a shooting at an ICE facility.
Even officers fired for drugs or excessive force can win their jobs back under Texas' civil service system — and many do.
Federal officials say the apps pose a threat to law enforcement.
The president said last month he would impose a 25% tariff rate on all medium- and heavy-duty trucks imported into the U.S.
Republican Congresswoman Craig Goldman of Fort Worth discusses the Israeli hostages being released and the hope for a lasting peace in the Middle East. He also talks about the ongoing government shutdown.
Democratic Congresswoman Julie Johnson of Farmers Branch discusses the Israeli hostages being released and the hope for a lasting peace in the Middle East. She also talks about the ongoing government shutdown.
Democratic Texas Rep. Gina Hinojosa has entered the race for Texas Governor. She tells Jack Fink about her campaign and priorities, as well as how she plans on defeating Gov. Greg Abbott.
Republican Texas Sen. Paul Bettencourt of Houston discusses the November 4 election, which has 17 proposed amendments to the Texas Constitution. They include amendments aimed at lowering property taxes for homeowners and businesses.
"For us, it's a lifestyle," said Joe Chavez. "It's not just a weekend of cruising. It's a whole culture, it's a whole thing."
"We would love for them to feel as if they are performing with us, that's our goal."
You can't talk about impactful Texas musicians without mentioning Jose De Leon Hernandez—better known as Little Joe from "Little Joe y la Familia."
At Crecer Beauty Salon and Plant Shop, it's not just the greenery that will pull you in, it's the energy.
Chef Rambo Saucedo, from Cantina Laredo shares how food plays a role in the celebration and preservation of culture.
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.
Activists are calling for a nationwide boycott of Target stores following the company's decision to roll back its diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives.
Discount store chain Target says it's joining rival Walmart and a number of other prominent American brands in scaling back corporate diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives.
It's the viral video seen across the country showing a 10-year-old Lavon girl saving her choking brother.
Lineman Brian Abalos is used to danger. Every day, he is up in the air working on power lines.
A 70-year-old Dallas County man has died from the West Nile virus, DCHHS said Monday, marking the first reported West Nile death in the county this season.
Pfizer is the first of many drug makers President Trump claimed has agreed to offer steep drug discounts to all Americans through TrumpRx, in line with the lowest prices paid by Europeans.
Shep, 11, has the fatal disease, but isn't letting it stop him from living his life.
It's estimated that thousands of content creators are living in North Texas. But how much are they earning from it, and could anyone be successful at it?
The SEC approved TXSE as a national securities exchange, paving the way for the first new, fully integrated U.S. stock exchange in decades — and the only one based in Texas.
The Plano store will close in early 2027 after the company sold the property to the mall's developer.
At Crecer Beauty Salon and Plant Shop, it's not just the greenery that will pull you in, it's the energy.
As dozens of new laws take effect across Texas this month, the ban on THC-infused vape products is already having a visible impact on small businesses across North Texas.
The Stars are 3-0 in Gulutzan's return as their head coach.
After trading Luka Doncic to the Lakers and missing the playoffs, the Mavericks extend Kidd's contract, banking on No. 1 pick Cooper Flagg to lead a new era.
Dallas' home opener Tuesday night against Minnesota will be Gulutzan's first behind the Stars bench at American Airlines Center since the 2012-13 season finale.
Rico Dowdle went over 200 yards from scrimmage for the second straight week,this time against his former team, as the Carolina Panthers defeated the Dallas Cowboys 30-27 in a wild back-and-forth game.
Mark Sanchez was hospitalized with multiple stab wounds following the altercation on Oct. 4. He was then charged with battery involving serious bodily injury, a felony.
Britain's Prince Andrew will not use his royal titles any longer, he said in a statement released by Buckingham Palace on Friday.
The symphony's silver season theme took on new meaning after the Hill Country floods.
Frehley was recovering from a "minor fall" that forced him to cancel a scheduled performance in late September, his tour manager had said.
D'Angelo's family said he died Tuesday after a "prolonged and courageous battle with cancer."
Diane Keaton had a decades-long career with performances in 1977's "Annie Hall," the "The Godfather" films, and many more.
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.
