Texas and American flags are flying at half staff in the Lone Star State on Friday to honor longtime public servant Carole Keeton​.

Texas Republicans say they want to ban "political flags" that they say cause disruptions in public schools. They seem to just mean LGBTQ+ pride flags.

Languages: English. A red flag warning is in effect for much of Texas as strong winds and low humidity create a heightened wildfire risk, according to the National Weather Service (NWS).