Protests are taking place across the country as California and Texas face battles over redrawing congressional maps.

California arrests lag behind states such as Texas and Florida, because those states started with more arrests. They also have a stronger record of cooperation.

As Gov. Gavin Newsom moves forward with his redistricting plan to counteract Texas’ push to eliminate five Democratic seats in Congress, Republican Rep. Ken Calvert decries the proposal that puts his seat at risk.

California lawmakers aim to release draft congressional maps on Friday that would give Democrats an advantage in the 2026 midterm elections. A spokesperson for California State Assembly Speaker Robert Rivas confirmed the news to KTLA 5 News.

Houston has the highest number of eligible census tracts in Texas, and its metro could account for 25% of the state’s opportunity zones.

The quarterback room at North Crowley got a little more competitive as the first week of high school football games in the Lone Star State approaches. According to a report by the Dallas Morning News,