"As a mark of respect for his public service as state representative, mayor, and congressman, it is fitting that flags be lowered to half staff," Abbott said.

Flags across Houston and the state will be flown at half-staff for several days in honor of former Mayor and U.S. Rep. Sylvester Turner, who died Wednesday.

Turner, who passed away Wednesday morning at the age of 70, had a long and distinguished career in public office, including eight years as mayor of Houston.

Greg Abbott ordered all flags statewide to be flown at half-staff until March 8 in honor of Turner. Cecilia and I are saddened to hear of the passing of Congressman Sylvester Turner. Turner’s ...