Southwest

The departure of four attorneys marks the second group exodus in Texas this year for Orrick.

The measure would have prevented state and local public entities from requiring a company to implement an ESG policy to get a government contract.

The Oklahoma Supreme Court is considering the turnpike's application to jumpstart funding for a $5 billion extension project with $500 million of revenue bonds.

Easing drought conditions are not stopping states from restricting water use and investing in future supplies.

Lawmakers will be called back into session after Gov. Greg Abbott vetoed a bill for having too many loopholes.

Community colleges will be rewarded based on results that align with regional and state education and workforce needs.

Houston is one of the largest U.S. cities to set up a trust to help fund non-pension retiree benefits such as healthcare.

The state's attorney general called the move unconstitutional and warned that it will likely lead to costly litigation.

Texas Gov. Gregg Abbott plans a special session on school choice as more states pass vouchers and Arizona's universal program sees costs explode.

The settlement will allow Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to demolish the privately operated South Terminal as part of a midfield concourse project.