Texas Republicans ended a patchwork of local rules they say hurt business. They also eroded powers of city councils.

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Watch: 25 years after James Byrd Jr. was killed for being Black, his loved ones question how much has changed in Texas

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Prominent Houston lawyer Tony Buzbee says he will lead Ken Paxton’s impeachment defense

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After a week’s delay, Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick signs bill to increase transparency in public records law

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Texas bill to increase transparency in public records law left in limbo despite passing Legislature

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With no deal on property taxes in sight, Abbott hints at multiple special sessions

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Watch a June 15 conversation about Amarillo and the 2023 legislative session

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Ken Paxton impeachment moves to Texas Senate, where conflicts of interest, political intrigue await

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Meet the Texas House impeachment managers who are taking aim at Ken Paxton

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Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton will not receive his $153,750 salary during suspension

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