The Nuclear Regulatory Commission grants license to facility just across the Texas state line near Eunice; opposition from both states sure to follow The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission announced Monday it has issued a license for spent nuclear fuel storage in Andrews County, Texas. Interim Storage Partners (ISP), a joint venture of Waste Control Specialists LLC (WCS) and Orano USA, …

AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — Texas Republicans advanced bills Sunday that would make voting less appealing to fraud in a state that already has some of the nation’s toughest restrictions after dozens spoke against the proposals — with some waiting to speak for almost 24 hours. Republicans made clear they intended to advance a new election bill — which would prohibit 24-hour polling …