When Texas voters are asked to show a photo ID at the polls in January, they will join voters in 29 other states that have adopted voter identification requirements — but only six of which require photo identification.
Ingrid Husby
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Criminal Justice
Updated: Shooting Victim’s Case Sent to Federal Court
Rais Bhuiyan is suing Gov. Rick Perry to stop the state from executing the man who shot him in the head 10 years ago.
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Drought Fizzles Fourth of July Fireworks
This Independence Day, the night sky will remain dark in many Texas cities. Most have issued residential fireworks bans because of the historic drought, and some are scrapping annual celebrations for fear of igniting more than the sparklers.
Posted inState Government
Democrats Have Shot at U.S. Senate Seat, Poll Says
Democrats may have a shot at the seat being vacated by Republican U.S. Sen. Kay Bailey Hutchison, according to a new poll from Public Policy Polling, a left-leaning polling firm.
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Energy
Midland and Odessa Grapple With Water Concerns
In parts of the Permian Basin, less than 0.2 inches of rain has fallen since September. As the drought grows increasingly dire, officials and residents are taking more drastic measures to reduce water use.
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Energy
Midland Approves First-Ever Water Use Penalties
Faced with extreme drought, the Midland City Council approved a plan today to fine residents $500 for violating watering restrictions, the first time the city has ever enacted such restrictions.
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Guides
Texplainer: Are Your Tax Dollars Paying for Sex Classes?
Hey, Texplainer: Is is true that sex acts are being taught to college students at state-funded gender and sexuality centers?