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The bill follows President Donald Trump's executive order that directed federal agencies to change the body of water's name to the "Gulf of America" on federal maps.

Texas lawmakers are considering following President Donald Trump’s lead and renaming the body of water that touches 367 miles ...

Thousands of people are gathering in New Mexico for a celebration showcasing Native American and Indigenous dancers, ...

The U.S. Supreme Court's current term includes cases involving birthright citizenship, guns, gender-affirming medical care for transgender minors, online pornography, religious rights, preventive ...

Pope Francis was the first pontiff elected from the Society of Jesus — also known as the Jesuits. It's one of the most prominent religious orders in the Catholic Church, with approximately 15,000 ...

In more ways than one, it was appropriate that Texas women's basketball's win Saturday 67-59 over Tennessee at Legacy ... season while at the McDonald's All-American game with classmate Justice ...

The Tennessee baseball pitcher had a reason to argue his case with the Vols coach Friday against Texas A&M. Doyle had thrown six no-hit innings against the Aggies and the Vols needed three outs to ...

The former Tennessee House speaker and his onetime chief of staff are facing a federal criminal trial this week. The trial of ...

Patriotism in the parking lot has long been a badge of honor for American car buyers. Ford F-150s, Dodge Chargers, and Chevrolet Silverados—these were the rolling thunder of the red, white, and ...

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (AP) — A proposal to designate the tortilla as New Mexico's official state bread had unanimous ... the round wraps that have long been a staple of Mexican, Central American and ...