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Speaker Dade Phelan abandons bid for third term amid bruising leadership battle

Phelan, a Beaumont Republican, had previously insisted he had enough votes to thwart a challenge from the right led by state Rep. David Cook of Mansfield.

The Texas Tribune

How David Cook went from Texas House Speaker Dade Phelan’s ally to lead the movement to replace him

The two-term Republican caught many Capitol observers off guard when he emerged as the standard-bearer for a coalition that wants to depose Phelan and reshape how the House operates.

The Texas Tribune

After election, Texas House speaker race remains up for grabs

Neither Speaker Dade Phelan, nor his current opponent Rep. David Cook, have enough public support yet from the GOP caucus to win the nomination.

The Texas Tribune

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Texas GOP poised to increase its majorities in the Legislature

Gov. Greg Abbott said the House would have enough Republicans to pass school vouchers next year.

The Texas Tribune

Is Rep Nate Schatzline Misusing Nonprofit to Play Partisan Politics?

“It appears that For Liberty & Justice is violating its 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status by assisting the campaign of Sen. Ted Cruz and the Republican Party.”

Texas Observer

Robert Roberson’s case spotlights Texas’ GOP divide on criminal justice

Texas’ junk science statute has remained hamstrung for the last decade. So too have other criminal justice reforms, despite efforts from the Texas House.

The Texas Tribune

Speaker Boxing: Is Phelan Failin’, or Will the Far Right Fall Short Again?

The Paxton impeachment may have lit the match, but this fight is fueled by a yearslong campaign to incinerate what remains of bipartisan comity in the lower chamber.

Texas Observer

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Here are the Texas House races that Democrats and Republicans think they can flip

Democrats — riding a wave of enthusiasm sparked by Kamala Harris’ nomination — think they can flip just enough House seats to stop Republicans from passing school vouchers.

The Texas Tribune

Does Dade Phelan have the votes to keep his job as Texas House speaker? It depends on how you count.

Phelan appears to lack support from the majority of House Republicans, but he could still win with some Democratic support.

The Texas Tribune

Republicans who want to oust Texas House Speaker Dade Phelan unanimously back state Rep. David Cook

Four GOP state representatives suspended their bids to challenge Phelan and 48 Republicans backed Cook, which could threaten Phelan’s shot at a third term.

The Texas Tribune

State Rep. James Frank becomes fourth Republican to challenge Dade Phelan for House speaker

Frank said he would work to bring better communication, member empowerment and management of the flow of legislation if he became the chamber’s leader.

The Texas Tribune

Another Republican is challenging Dade Phelan for Texas House speaker

The Texas House speaker race is becoming increasingly crowded. Phelan, who is under fire from his right, says he plans to seek the leadership position again.

The Texas Tribune

Ronald Goldman’s family says there is no closure from OJ Simpson’s death

Family of man killed alongside Nicole Brown Simpson says ‘the hope for true accountability has ended’ with OJ Simpson’s death

The Guardian - US

Families of OJ Simpson's alleged victims set to pursue his estate for $100m

The families of OJ Simpson’s alleged victims are set to pursue his estate for more than $100 million after the death of the ex-American football player.

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Insects All Around Us

Exploring the foliage for crawling, flying critters in one of Austin’s most beautiful nature preserves, Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center.

WEKU

In Arizona, these young Native American voters seize their political power

Young voters and Native American voters are two groups that showed up for President Biden in the 2020 election. But ahead of his 2024 match-up, it's unclear if he'll be able to keep their support.

The Guardian - US

Don’t drive star-spangled hammered: US to ban funny highway signs

Federal regulators say quirky signs such as ‘Hocus pocus, drive with focus’ can distract drivers and will be phased out by 2026

Zenger

Seven New Candidates Emerge In Texas State-Level Races

Texas Sees Increase in State-Level Candidates; Democrats and Republicans Vie for Legislative Seats

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Ballotpedia

Seven new candidates declare in Texas

Ballotpedia tracked seven new state-level candidates in Texas between Nov. 27-Dec. 3. This was two more candidates than the prior week.

Nottingham Post

Nottingham Forest Women manager addresses his departure following new appointment

Andy Cook has left Nottingham Forest Women in the wake of the move to bring in Amber Wildgust

The Week

Wild camping in Northumberland: an off-road weekend adventure

All Land Rovers have their own character, according to David Cook, who rents these highly capable vehicles to campers who want to see the wilder side of north-east England. The one he had entrusted to me was mild-mannered and eager to explore, perhaps because it was named after Cuthbert, the…

WEKU

Arizona Republicans try and fail to expel Democratic lawmaker over Bible prank

Democratic state Rep. Stephanie Stahl Hamilton, who is a minister, was investigated after hiding Bibles in the Arizona House lounge. Republicans narrowly voted to censure – but could not expel – her.

Birmingham Post

The 29 latest top North West hires and promotions

BusinessLive rounds up the latest hires and promotions across the North West

Birmingham Post

North East business life: charity, community and award events in the region

Companies to feature in this week's round-up include Northern Spire, Newcastle Gateshead Initiative, CEO Sleepout, Verdant Leisure and Browns Estate Agency

WEKU

These Texas DAs refused to prosecute abortion. Republican lawmakers want them stopped

The Texas GOP is pushing a bill that would punish district attorneys who set a policy not to prosecute certain crimes. It comes after many said they wouldn't prosecute abortion cases following Dobbs.

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