Advocates decry mandated parental consent for teen birth control.

Plus: Houstonians have chance to voice input on I-45. Remembering the legacy of the Black cowboys. Astros sign nine international players.

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View in browser NEW YEAR SALE: Get 3 Months of the Local News Source You Need for Only 99¢. Subscribe Today. Good morning. Here are the top stories around Houston today:   Advocates decry mandated parental consent for teen birth control. Texas teens can no longer obtain birth control following U.S. District Judge Matthew Kacsmaryk's ruling in Amarillo in December that Title X violates state and federal law. Minors now need their parents' permission.   Tomlinson: GM's new Hummer challenges Elon Musk and Tesla. General Motors brought its new all-electric Hummer to Texas for a dog and pony show last week, firing a warning shot across the bow of Texas's wealthiest man and its economic mainstay, the oil and gas industry.   On MLK Day, remember the legacy of the Black cowboys. [Editorial] "Black cowboys helped make Texas," writes the Editorial Board.   Astros sign nine international players. Shortstop Camilo Díaz and outfielder Esmil Valencia are considered the most touted players in the class.    Round Top's winter shows offer antiques without the crowds. The winter antiques shows in Round Top, which start on Jan. 19, are smaller, less intimidating versions of the fall and spring shows that leave a line of traffic crawling along Texas 237.   Sponsored Content   The FlexiSpot E7 Pro Plus Standing Desk is a great option for small spaces In today's day and age of at least partial remote work for most people, the need for a comfortable and quality home workspace is as prevalent as ever. No longer is an un-ergonomic chair at the dining table acceptable now that your at-home work situation is likely long-term.                 GET 3 MONTHS OF THE LOCAL NEWS SOURCE YOU NEED. Unlimited Digital Access for Only 99¢ Act Now No Commitment | Cancel Anytime Unsubscribe  |  Manage Preferences  |  Privacy Notice Houston Chronicle 4747 Southwest Freeway, Houston, TX 77027 © 2023 Hearst Communications