Musk's lobbyists spent thousands to wine and dine elected officials. But exactly how they accomplished Musk's goals is more of a mystery.

Allred is the first major Democrat to announce his candidacy for the seat currently held by Cornyn, but several others have indicated their interest, including Beto O’Rourke, a former El Paso congressman and statewide campaign veteran; U.S. Rep. Joaquin Castro, a longtime San Antonio legislator; and state Rep. James Talarico, a four-term lawmaker from Austin who is seen as a rising star in the party.

Soon after Birdwell announced his retirement, state Rep. David Cook, R-Mansfield, said he was running for the seat.

An ethics policy complaint was submitted to the city of Irving regarding former City Council Place 2 candidate Sergio Porres, who lost his runoff election to David Pfaff.

Although Patrick and hemp industry leaders have quarreled over the risks and benefits of THC, cannabis researchers say it can be addictive but doesn’t usually cause widespread psychosis or brain damage.

Las Vegas Sands Corporation, owned by Miriam Adelson, tried to lobby at the legislature this year to make casinos legal in the Lone Star State.

The Republican leader cited concerns about federal funding for the Summer Electronic Benefits Transfer program. The decision is a setback for struggling families and anti-hunger advocates.

Texas' THC ban wasn't the only bill vetoed by Gov. Abbott on Sunday. In fact, the governor announced he's calling state lawmakers back to Austin next month to regulate THC and address several other issues. Here is what's on the agenda for July's special session.

Rep. Andy Hopper was elected in November to represent District 64 in the Texas House. The 48-year-old completed his first legislative session as a state lawmaker earlier this month. He spoke with The Texas Newsroom about his life before becoming a part of the 89th Texas Legislature.

Jesse Moreno and Gay Donnell Willis, who were both first elected in 2021, were tapped for fill-in roles in the mayor's absence.

Unofficial results showed Rumohr with a commanding lead over Planning and Zoning Chair Margie Ellis.

Dallas council seats for District 8 and District 11 were up for grabs in runoff elections Saturday. No candidate got a majority of the votes in the general election.