Tag: government

Christi Craddick, the incumbent, has been re-elected to the Railroad Commission of Texas, the governing body that oversees the state's oil and gas industry. This marks her third six-year term in office. During her campaign, Craddick highlighted the growth...

Texas' highest criminal court has recently made headlines as all three conservative candidates supported by Attorney General Ken Paxton emerged victorious over their Democratic opponents, solidifying Republican control over the court. David Schenck, Gina Parker, and Lee Finley, who...

Residents of Dallas, Bastrop, and Lockhart in Texas made a significant decision to decriminalize the possession of small amounts of marijuana in their cities. This move reflects a growing sentiment among the public that current marijuana laws are outdated...

Texas Republicans maintained their dominance in the statehouse during the recent election, with significant implications for the balance of power in the Legislature. The ongoing battle over school vouchers in Texas has been a central issue, with Governor Greg...

When you have to go to small claims court or deal with an eviction notice, you rely on the justices of the peace in your county to oversee these processes. In most counties, these justices of the peace are...