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Oct 07 2024HEALTH

Court Victory for Texas Kids' Medicaid Plans

Imagine this: about 2 million kids and their families in Texas were about to face a significant change in their healthcare. But hold on, a judge in Texas just hit the pause button on a plan that would have axed three major healthcare plans, including one from Cook Children's Hospital in Fort Worth.

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Oct 07 2024SPORTS

Podcast: NFL's Flag Frenzy, Cowboys' Star Shortage, and More Sports Talk

Hey sports fans, grab your headphones! The Dallas Morning News sports writers, Kevin, Evan, and David, are back with their podcast, SportsDay Insider. Every Tuesday, they dish out expert insights, hot takes, and laughs on your favorite teams and some surprises too. In this episode, they tackle one

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Oct 06 2024EDUCATION

Texas School Curriculum: A New Leap Forward?

This spring, Texas launched a new school curriculum that has stirred up some chatter among educators. The Left seems particularly riled up about it, but why? Let's take a closer look at what's happening and what it means for education in America. The new curriculum is being praised for its rich con

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Oct 06 2024EDUCATION

Should Texas Schools Teach the Bible? Many Christians Say No!

Imagine walking into a Texas elementary school classroom and seeing Bible stories on the curriculum. That's what could happen if a new proposal by the Texas Education Agency is approved in November. The plan suggests including Biblical lessons in state reading and language arts classes. But not all

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Oct 04 2024TECHNOLOGY

Is TikTok Safe for Kids? Texas AG Wants to Know!

Do you love making videos on TikTok? So do millions of kids around the world. But is it safe for them? That's what Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton is questioning. He's taken legal action against TikTok because he thinks they're not doing enough to protect young users' data. The issue lies wit

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Oct 04 2024EDUCATION

SMU Teams Up With TFA to Train Better Texas Teachers

In Texas, there's a big problem: not enough qualified teachers. Southern Methodist University (SMU) has an idea to fix this. They've joined forces with Teach For America (TFA), a well-known group that helps people become teachers quickly. This partnership is all about giving Texas schools more good

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Oct 03 2024SCIENCE

A Giant Telescope Model Brings Cosmic Wonders to Campus

Ever wondered what it feels like to stand under a massive telescope mirror? Well, you don't have to travel far anymore. The Hobby-Eberly telescope model from McDonald Observatory has found a new home at the Texas Science and Natural History Museum on campus. This isn't just any model; it's 7% of the

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Oct 02 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Good Weather for Fair Fun!

Get ready, fair fans! The State Fair of Texas is kicking off this weekend, and the weather forecast looks promising. Meteorologist Allison Prater from the National Weather Service in Fort Worth predicts sunny skies with temperatures in the mid-80s on Friday, climbing to the upper 80s to lower 90s by

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Sep 30 2024BUSINESS

New Landscape for Business in Texas

A significant shift is underway in the Texas legal system, aimed at providing a more efficient and specialized forum for complex business disputes. The Texas Business Court, launched on September 1, is now operational, with ten inaugural judges sworn in by Governor Greg Abbott on September 19. This

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Sep 23 2024SPORTS

Quarterback Roulette: A Chance for Arch Manning to Shine?

College football fans are abuzz with the news that Texas quarterback Quinn Ewers is questionable for the upcoming game against Mississippi State due to an oblique strain. This presents a unique opportunity for Arch Manning to take the reins and prove himself as a capable starting quarterback. But ca

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