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Texas Flash Flood Death Toll Rises To 24

The death toll from flash floods in south-central Texas rose to 24 on Friday, officials said, as the search for at least 20 girls missing from a summer camp continued.

International Business Times · Jul 5, 2025

Desperate search for missing girls from summer camp after Texas floods kill at least 24

Heavy rains have caused devastating flash floods in Texas Hill Country, killing at least 24 people and leaving many others missing

The Independent UK · Jul 5, 2025

27 dead in Texas floods and more than 20 children missing from a girls summer camp

Desperate pleas peppered social media as loved ones sought any information available about people caught in the flood zone.

Euronews · Jul 4, 2025

Majority of Texans oppose total THC ban like the one vetoed by Gov. Greg Abbott, poll finds

The statewide survey also found that Texas Republicans are closely divided on the issue.

The Texas Tribune · Jun 25, 2025

Lt. Gov. Patrick rips Gov. Abbott for vetoing THC ban, digs in against calls for regulation

The clash marks a rare break between two of the most powerful Republicans in Texas after a legislative session that ushered in a series of conservative victories.

The Texas Tribune · Jun 23, 2025

‘This is stupid’: Governor sides with THC industry, high times ahead for Texas

Texas isn't dropping the high life anytime soon.

We Got This Covered · Jun 23, 2025

Texas THC Ban Fails as Greg Abbott Vetoes SB3; State Gov. Suggests Easier Regulations

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott vetoed SB3, preventing THC products from being banned in the state. He explained why he rejected the bill.

International Business Times UK · Jun 23, 2025

Gov. Greg Abbott vetoes THC ban, calls for regulation instead

The move infuriated Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick, the powerful head of the Senate, who had called the ban among his top five bills over 17 years in the Legislature.

The Texas Tribune · Jun 23, 2025

A Caucus, if You Can Keep It

As their influence shrinks, liberals in the Legislature may need to consider withholding their cooperation.

Texas Observer · Jun 17, 2025

Some Texans fear a looming THC ban could return them to opioids, illegal options

Texas hemp users stockpile products and consider moving out of state as ban looms, saying the medical marijuana program is currently an untenable alternative.

The Texas Tribune · Jun 17, 2025