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Feb 26 2026POLITICS

A Texas Congressman’s Secret Texts Unveiled by His Wife’s Husband

The story starts with a woman who worked for a congressman and later died by suicide in September. She was married to a man with six kids, but she allegedly had an affair with the congressman. The husband of this woman says he still has more private messages than those already shown to the public.

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Feb 24 2026EDUCATION

Lubbock Kids Win Big at Science Bowl

A lively science competition finished Saturday night, with Lubbock High School’s team taking the top spot in a regional contest held at AmTech Career Academy. The event, backed by PanTeXas Deterrance, LLC. , ran until about 6:30 p. m. and featured challenging questions that match college‑level diffi

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Feb 23 2026POLITICS

Texas Schools Face Record‑High Choice Rush

Parents across Texas are lining up to send their children into a new state‑run program that lets them pick schools beyond their local district. The system, called Texas Education Freedom Accounts, launched with a $1 billion seed fund and has already received more than 118, 000 applications. The dead

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Feb 18 2026POLITICS

Texas Attorney General Files Suit Against Children’s Hospital Over Transgender Care

The state’s top prosecutor has taken legal action against a local children’s medical center, claiming that the facility is committing fraud by providing gender‑affirming treatment to minors. The lawsuit alleges that the hospital’s services violate state Medicaid rules, suggesting that the care is

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Feb 14 2026SPORTS

Golfers Face Nature's Challenge at Pebble Beach

Golfers at the 2026 Pebble Beach Pro-Am are up against more than just each other. The weather is throwing some serious curveballs. Heavy winds and rain are making things tough for the pros, just like they often do in February. The forecast isn't looking great for the final rounds. No rain is expect

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Feb 12 2026POLITICS

A New Book Fair Shows Syria’s Open‑Book Future

The Damascus book fair this month marked a turning point for the country, showing that books once banned are now on shelves and selling well. The event opened after Bashar al‑Assad’s regime fell, reflecting how the new government has changed Syria’s cultural rules. At the fair, readers could find

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Feb 11 2026POLITICS

Texas Senate Primary: Who Will Pull the Ticket?

The upcoming Texas GOP primary for the U. S. Senate is more than a single seat; it could set the tone for many other races on the ballot. Candidates like Sen. John Cornyn, Attorney General Ken Paxton, and Rep. Wesley Hunt are fighting for the top spot because whoever wins will be the face of the Rep

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Feb 11 2026POLITICS

Texas Doctors Face New Challenges After Restrictive Law

In Texas, a recent law that limits abortion access has changed the daily lives of many obstetricians and gynecologists. These doctors now have to navigate new rules that restrict the services they can offer, even when patients need routine care. The legislation forces them to rethink how they

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Feb 10 2026RELIGION

Peace Walkers Reach DC After 2, 300‑mile Trek

The monks arrive in Washington early this morning after a long walk that began in Fort Worth, Texas. They left Alexandria just before 9:30 a. m. and will join a public gathering at Bender Arena. After spending three days in the capital, they plan to return home by bus on their way back to Texas.

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Jan 28 2026POLITICS

Texas Pauses H-1B Visas: What You Need to Know

Texas has decided to hit the pause button on new H-1B visa applications. Governor Greg Abbott wants to look into how these visas are being used. He's asked state agencies and universities to stop filing new petitions until further notice. This freeze is set to last until May 31, 2027, but there are

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