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A university spokesperson did not respond Friday to questions about how students will be expected to take finals or attend graduation.
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The county attorney said there wasn't enough evidence to prosecute the people arrested during Wednesday's protest.
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Research shows having a lawyer present often reduces bail amounts. The county will provide lawyers for a limited time on Tuesday and Thursday. It has tried to roll out a program for years.
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Bernie Tiede, whose murder of a Texas widow was immortalized by Richard Linklater, is suing the state over what he calls its “cruel and unusual” treatment of inmates in hot prisons.
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Lower courts ruled it's "cruel and unusual" to fine or jail people on public land if no shelter is available. An Oregon city says that's hamstrung efforts to keep public spaces safe and open to all.
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Texas was found in contempt Monday by U.S. District Judge Janis Jack for violating two of the court's orders in its long-running foster litigation.
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A hearing in December showed allegations of abuse and neglect of youth went unaddressed at facilities for people with intellectual disabilities, and investigations were poorly run.
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The teacher was seriously injured in the crash and is seeking more than $1 million in damages.
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The two lawyers brought on to prosecute Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton started as partners but are leaving the case as adversaries.
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Two people were killed in the crash last week. Jerry Hernandez, 42, faces a charge of criminally negligent homicide.
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Paxton, a Republican who was charged with felony securities fraud in 2015, has reached a deal with prosecutors that will let him avoid facing a jury next month. He did not have to admit guilt in agreeing to the terms.
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Paxton, a Republican who was charged with felony securities fraud in 2015, is reportedly in talks with prosecutors on an arrangement that will let him avoid facing a jury next month.