JudicialStatewide NewsThe 14 Biggest COVID-19 Lawsuits in Texas: Here’s Where They Stand
Brad JohnsonSeptember 10, 2020
Here's a list of the top lawsuits filed since the coronavirus pandemic and resulting shutdowns disrupted the lives of Texans.
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Elections 2020JudicialCourt Rules Against Texas Democrats’ Mail-in Ballot Challenge, Sends to Lower Court for Review
Brad JohnsonSeptember 10, 2020
Expanded mail-in voting hit a roadblock after the Fifth Circuit Court voided a previous order commanding its implementation. It will be reviewed further by a lower court.
Elections 2020JudicialTexas Supreme Court Rejects GOP Lawsuit Challenging Libertarian Candidates’ Ballot Eligibility
Brad JohnsonSeptember 8, 2020
After a Texas Supreme Court decision, Libertarian candidates who did not meet the certification requirements will remain on the ballot.
Elections 2020Local NewsTexas Attorney General Paxton Sues to Stop Controversial Harris County Mail-In Ballot Application Plan
Holly HansenAugust 31, 2020
After Harris County Clerk Chris Hollins failed to meet a Monday deadline for halting plans to send mail-in ballot applications to each voter, Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton filed a lawsuit.
The Back MicThe Back Mic: Candidate Seeks to Limit Governor’s Power, Texas Democrats Join Convention, Lawmakers Request Religious Visitation at Nursing Homes
McKenzie TaylorAugust 21, 2020
This week — a candidate will file legislation to limit the governor’s executive power, two Texas Democrats speak at the national convention, and lawmakers request flexibility for religious visits at long-term care facilities.
The Back MicThe Back Mic: Lawmakers Introduce the George Floyd Act, State Senator Contracts COVID-19, Texas Democrats Criticize Convention Lineup
McKenzie TaylorAugust 14, 2020
This week — the George Floyd Act is introduced, a senator tests positive for COVID-19, and Texas Democrats opine a lack of representation at their national convention.
The Back MicThe Back Mic: Patrick Teases Prolonged Legislative Session, Abbott Extends Early Voting, New Commissioner Announced
McKenzie TaylorJuly 31, 2020
This week — the lieutenant governor expects an extended legislative session, the governor expands the early voting window, and a new commissioner is named.