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Amid support from doctors group, bill to clarify Texas’ abortion ban does little to save lives, critics say

Some health care providers in support of Senate Bill 2880 said people who are mailed abortion pills aren’t given instructions and do not receive follow-up care.

Texas AG investigating insurance company accused of spying on lawmakers, journalists, other Texans

Senate Bill 31 supporters say it would clarify when doctors should intervene to save a pregnant woman’s life, but critics say its vagueness and a measure to resurrect pre-Roe laws hamper it.

NY county clerk refuses to file Texas’ fine for doctor accused of prescribing abortion pills

Superior HealthPlan’s CEO, whom lawmakers grilled about the company’s alleged hiring of private investigators, was reportedly fired after the inquiry was announced.

Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick says he’ll push for special session if THC ban, bail changes fail

A Texas judge last month ordered Dr. Margaret Carpenter, who practices north of New York City, to pay the penalty for allegedly breaking that state’s law by prescribing abortion medication via telemedicine.

Voting-rights coalition quits challenge to Texas’ 2021 redistricting after court setback

Only Gov. Greg Abbott can call for a special session. But in his role presiding over the Texas Senate, Patrick can block any bill from passing, giving him leverage to compel overtime sessions by killing must-pass legislation.

Federal judge rules prison heat conditions are unconstitutional, but doesn’t require air conditioning

The remaining plaintiffs in the case are organizations representing Latino and Black voters, with a trial set to begin May 21.

Carole Keeton Strayhorn, first woman to serve as Texas comptroller, dies at 85

About two-thirds of Texas prisons are not fully air conditioned, and dozens of inmates have died in the sweltering heat.

Health officials say federal cuts will hurt Texas’ measles response

She served on the Texas Railroad Commission, and was the first woman elected Austin mayor.

APD finds 2 young children near I-40, investigation ongoing

Federal grants paid for workers to help with measles testing and vaccination in Lubbock and were going to help equip a Dallas lab to test for pathogens, including measles.

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Vietnam vets to be honored at Texas Panhandle War Memorial on Vietnam Veterans Day

Amarillo Police are asking for the community's help in identifying two children found near I-40 and Georgia.

Kids, Inc. bans seven after altercation, adds security to events

Saturday marks National Vietnam Veterans Day and the Texas Panhandle War Memorial is hosting a recognition at 1 p.m. honoring men and women who served the count

Bill would name part of highway in OK panhandle after 2 women killed, buried in freezer

Kids, Inc., a longstanding organization dedicated to fostering skills, character and confidence in children through sports, has banned seven individuals followi

Father of 4 killed in motorcycle crash, GoFundMe created for his family

Proposed legislation would name part of an Oklahoma highway after two women were killed and then buried in a freezer.House Bill 1486 would renamethe section o

Man wanted for shooting at home or vehicle named 'Fugitive of the Week'

Friends of a man killed in a motorcycle crash started a GoFundMe for his family.Ryan King, 43, was killed Monday when police said his motorcycle was hit by an

1 hospitalized after train collides with vehicle in Logan

Amarillo Crime Stoppers is offering a reward for information leading to the arrest of a man accused of shooting at a home or vehicle.Joe Anguel Rico, 20, is wan

Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick says he'll push for special session if THC ban, bail changes fail

One person was injured after a train collided with a vehicle that got stuck on the tracks late Wednesday in Logan, New Mexico.Logan Police and several other age

'Are you delusional?': 2026 Texas Senate race heats up

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Insurance company accused of spying on customers, lawmakers faces Texas Attorney General investigation

After U.S. Senator John Cornyn formally announced his re-election campaign on Wednesday, a potential challenger questioned his loyalty to President Donald Trump.

Teacher arrested on child porn charges taught as substitute at 20 Austin ISD schools

AUSTIN (KXAN) - A health insurance company managing the care of sick and disabled children in Texas faces accusations of spying on state lawmakers and private citizens. On Thursday, Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton launched an investigation into Superior HealthPlan, one day after a heated public hearing at the Capitol. Lawmakers on the House Committee [...]

No. 7 Texas baseball has to 'play to a standard, not a scoreboard'

Austin ISD says the teacher arrested for child pornography charges subbed at 20 schools in the district.

How will Trump’s auto tariffs impact car dealerships?

The Tigers' schedule to start SEC play has been loaded, and the Longhorns are the third consecutive ranked opponent for them. They were swept by No. 8 Louisiana State, No. 2 at the time, and No. 15 Ole Miss, No. 23 at the time, to open their SEC slate. Schlossnagle said the Longhorns can't take their foot off the gas pedal.

Poll shows what issues Texans think state legislators should focus on

On Wednesday, President Donald Trump said he would place a 25% tariff on automobile and auto part imports. His administration says this will encourage auto companies to move their operations to the U.S. or expand the ones already here.

I-35 crash victim spent 25th birthday in a coma, attorney says

As state legislators continue debating bills at the Capitol, a new poll is highlighting which issues are most important to Texans.

Williamson County Sheriff investigating 'suspected murder-suicide'

Francisco Villalobos, 29, and Priscilla Davila, 25, boyfriend and girlfriend, were two of the 11 people seriously injured when a tractor trailer slammed into nearly stopped traffic on I-35 in north Austin on March 13.

Round Rock massage parlor closes after allegations of human trafficking

The Williamson County Sheriff’s Office said Thursday morning that it "is investigating a suspected murder-suicide" scene near Round Rock, Texas, according to a press release from the office.

1 dead after AFD pulls body from water in downtown Austin

A massage establishment in Round Rock received a six-month emergency closure order for suspected human trafficking.

Yolanda Saldívar denied parole 30 years after music icon Selena's murder

A woman's body was pulled from the water of Lady Bird Lake on Thursday after first responders arrived for a water rescue call in downtown.

Periods of rain and storms continue through Friday

Thirty years ago, music legend Selena Quintanilla-Pérez was killed by her fan club’s president, Yolanda Saldívar. For the last three decades, Saldívar has served her life sentence in Texas.