A proposed housing development with a mosque at its center drew scrutiny from Texas Republicans, who feared the project would discriminate against non-Muslims.
Terry Virts, an early entrant in the Democratic field targeting Senator John Cornyn’s seat, appeared eager to take on his own party as well as President Trump’s.
Terry Virts, during a panel discussion at the National Air and Space Museum in Washington in 2016. On Monday, he announced that he would be running for Senate in Texas.
The governor of Texas blocked what would have been one of the nation’s strictest bans on hemp products, and directed legislators to take up regulation of hemp in a special session.
Gov. Greg Abbott must decide this week whether to sign or veto a bill to ban hemp-derived intoxicants, part of a national debate over the fast-growing industry.
T.H.C.-infused drinks, like those made at the 8th Wonder Brewery in Houston, are the kind of intoxicants that Gov. Greg Abbott could ban if he signs anti-hemp legislation on his desk.
Sarah Stogner had never tried a criminal case before getting elected D.A. in an oil-rich area half the size of New Jersey. So far, it’s been a struggle.
Sarah Stogner, an oil-and-gas lawyer in Louisiana, moved to the Ward County during the pandemic.
Sarah Stogner had never tried a criminal case before getting elected D.A. in an oil-rich area half the size of New Jersey. So far, it’s been a struggle.
Sarah Stogner, an oil-and-gas lawyer in Louisiana, moved to the Ward County during the pandemic.