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An Oregon penitentiary is showcasing its inmates' debating skills. They make arguments, speak to others' perspectives and resolve disputes amicably.
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The five-term state lawmaker from Austin has homed in on education issues in the Texas House, becoming a primary foil to Abbott on school vouchers. -
Dallas Police Chief Daniel Comeaux says he turned down federal money that would have tied the department to a program partnering with Immigration and Customs Enforcement. -
Texas' Planned Parenthood has lost half its clinics, but they continue to see thousands of patients a year. -
The new law, called the "Campus Protection Act," requires student groups to get the university's permission before inviting guest speakers to campus, among other restrictions. Students have raised concerns that these changes limit their free speech. -
The Monday after Austin City Limits Music Festival ranks in the top 10 busiest days for Austin-Bergstrom International Airport. -
Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick said Camp Mystic leaders would be invited to testify before the committees, as part of what Speaker Dustin Burrows said would be a "comprehensive and thorough review."
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