Houston-area Democrats line up in competitive primary to succeed John Whitmire in the Senate

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After years of losing battles with GOP leaders, some big city Texas mayors strike friendlier tone

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Houston voters to decide whether John Whitmire or Sheila Jackson Lee will be mayor

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In crowded field, Houston mayor’s race centers on prominent Democrats Sheila Jackson Lee and John Whitmire

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Sheila Jackson Lee expresses regret after audio leaks of her berating, demeaning staffers

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Political dominoes could fall in Houston as 2 longtime Democrats campaign for mayor

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Protesters decry stalled fentanyl test strip bill as Texas House backs get-tough criminal penalties

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Former elections chief Chris Hollins drops bid for Houston mayor

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Bills advance to close loophole allowing some lawmakers to increase their pay to $140,000

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Why three longtime Texas lawmakers are now eligible for an extra $140,000 a year

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