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The Panthers and Texans battled in a competitive joint practice Thursday. The Observer was in Houston to track news, notes and highlights.

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Republican leaders pushed back on the DHHS approach. They also tied the dispute to broader state budget negotiations.

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The merger involves Duke Energy Carolinas in the Charlotte area and Duke Energy Progress in the Triangle region.