Texas animal owners can rest assured that their cows, pigs, horses — even rhinos and elephants — are protected under the state's agriculture code if they wander off of their property. But until the most recent legislative session, bison were not safe. Full Story
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In his first campaign video as a candidate for comptroller, former state Rep. Raul Torres touts his interests in ending "sweetheart insider deals and politics as usual." The Corpus Christi Republican also highlights his background as a certified public accountant. Full Story
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In his first campaign video since launching his campaign for comptroller, state Rep. Harvey Hilderbran, R-Kerrville, says the comptroller's office should get more involved in addressing allegations that the IRS is targeting certain political groups. Full Story
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The controversy over U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz's birth in Canada has forced the freshman lawmaker to address his eligibility to run for the nation’s highest office. Many of the same people who question President Obama’s citizenship don’t doubt Cruz’s eligibility to become commander in chief. Full Story
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Texas drivers will have to slow down or move over one lane when passing Texas Department of Transportation workers . This story is part of our monthlong 31 Days, 31 Ways series. Full Story
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Rick Santorum is backing state Sen. Ken Paxton's bid for attorney general. In a video endorsement, the former presidential contender said Paxton has a record of standing up to members of his own party "when they wander off the conservative line." Full Story
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A week after launching his bid for agriculture commissioner, state Rep. Brandon Creighton, R-Conroe, has released his first campaign video, in which he promises to continue his "stand against the continued overreach of the federal government." Full Story
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The people who make up the Military Veteran Peer Network have overcome mental illness — or at least learned to manage it — and have made it their mission to show fellow veterans a healthy way out of their mental troubles. Full Story
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A few minor ethics measures passed in the 83rd legislative session. But the real story is what didn’t happen. This story is part of our monthlong 31 Days, 31 Ways series. Full Story
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In a video ad featuring her adoptive daughter, Konni Burton, a GOP contender for state Sen. Wendy Davis' Fort Worth seat, attacks the filibustering Democrat for her stance on abortion. Full Story
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Fewer college students will be required to have meningitis vaccinations, and new rules also make it easier for some students to opt out of the vaccinations. This story is part of our 31 Days, 31 Ways series. Full Story
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Lt. Gov. David Dewhurst, who is facing three GOP primary challengers in his re-election bid, released a campaign video Tuesday highlighting his relationship with the grass roots and his skills as a listener — whether it's during "ice cream with Americans for Prosperity or dinner with the Waco Tea Party." Full Story
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