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Sunday, December 23, 2012  The pay gap between Texas state troopers and managers in the Department of Public Safety is growing, despite a decade of calls by the state auditor to increase officers' salaries.

Friday, August 10, 2012  The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) has increased the speed limits along highways in the Rio Grande Valley.

Thursday, May 17, 2012  More than 400 school districts across the Lone Star State are calling upon the state legislature to re-examine the way students are tested.

Thursday, May 10, 2012  State Representative Eddie Lucio III announced that he has systemic lupus.

Friday, May 21, 2010  Authorities have set up metal detectors for security at the Texas State Capitol but visitors can escape the lines if they are licensed concealed handgun holders.

Wednesday, April 28, 2010  A Republican lawmaker from the Houston area says she plans to push for a law similar to Arizona's get-tough immigration measure.

Tuesday, February 10, 2009  Two Rio Grande Valley lawmakers want to give Texas liquor stores a chance to sell liquor on Sundays.

Monday, November 17, 2008  A state senator is pushing for new legislation to crack down on human trafficking with tougher penalties and measures.

Thursday, October 23, 2008  Early voting is in full swing and things are heating up in the race for Texas State Representative District 41.