Dozens of witnesses warned a Texas Senate panel of what they said were potential unintended economic and health consequences of a ban on THC in Texas.

Cannabis is at the forefront of almost two dozen bills in the 89th Texas Legislature session, most seeking to decriminalize and expand the use of THC products.

Allen Police Chief Steve Dye spoke to the Senate State Affairs committee, urging state lawmakers to pass laws that will stop the sale

Texas senators are considering Senate Bill 3, which seeks to penalize possession and manufacturing of THC-containing hemp products, with implications for the state's economy and existing businesses.

AUSTIN, Texas — State Sen. Charles Perry (R-Lubbock) has filed a bill to expand medical marijuana access through the Texas Compassionate Use Program (CUP). Jacob Ortiz's health hasn't always been an upward climb.

Rising rap star BigXthaPlug was arrested Wednesday for possessing two ounces of marijuana in Texas. BigX, whose legal name is Xavier Landum, was pulled over around 12:05 a.m. Wednesday in Arlington, just west of his hometown of Dallas, TMZ reported.