TEXAS

Jun 07 2025SPORTS

Texas Softball's Triumphant Victory

Texas softball team made history by winning their first ever Women’s College World Series championship. The victory was a hard-fought battle against Texas Tech, ending with a score of 10-4. This win was especially sweet for the team, as they had come close in previous years but fell short. The atmosphere at Devon Park was electric. Texas fans filled the stands, the...

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Jun 06 2025SPORTS

Tension Mounts in College Softball Showdown

The 2025 Women's College World Series has taken a thrilling turn, with Texas Tech and Texas now tied at one win each. This sets the stage for a nail-biting Game 3. The Texas Tech Red Raiders pulled off a hard-fought 4-3 victory over the Texas Longhorns. This win came after a series of strategic moves and impressive plays from both teams. The game ended with a dramat...

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May 28 2025HEALTH

Measles Slowdown: What's Really Happening?

The spread of measles in the US seems to be easing up. Over the past two weeks, the country has seen an average of 22 new cases per week. This is a big drop from the over 100 cases confirmed weekly just a month ago. So, what's behind this slowdown? First off, let's talk about vaccines. The CDC recommends two doses of the measles vaccine. One dose is 93% effective, a...

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May 26 2025WEATHER

North Texas: Brace for Storms and Floods

Weather experts have issued warnings for North Texas. A powerful thunderstorm system is on its way. It is set to hit the area from the northwest. This system is expected to bring strong winds and heavy rain. It is set to arrive late on Sunday night. The National Weather Service has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Watch. This watch covers several counties, includin...

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May 26 2025POLITICS

Texas Schools May Soon See the Ten Commandments on Classroom Walls

Texas is on the brink of a significant change in its public-school classrooms. The state's House of Representatives has given the green light to Senate Bill 10. This bill, if it becomes law, will require every public-school classroom in Texas to display the Ten Commandments. The bill's journey isn't over yet. It needs to go back to the Senate for final approval befor...

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May 24 2025POLITICS

Why is Texas pushing for biological sex data in health records?

A new law has been passed in Texas. It wants all health records to show a patient's biological sex. This includes any issues with sexual development. Many people are worried about this. They fear it could out transgender people to doctors who might not be supportive. The law is now with the Senate. They have to decide if they agree with the House's version. The Hous...

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May 22 2025POLITICS

Texas Schools Get a Financial Boost

Texas is finally making some moves to boost its public schools. Lawmakers have agreed on a plan to inject $8. 5 billion into the system. This deal is a mix of old and new ideas. It keeps the smaller increase of $55 per student but adds $500 million for fixed costs like transportation and health insurance. This extra money is meant to help schools deal with the increa...

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May 20 2025POLITICS

Texas Health Insurer Cleared of Spying Charges

The Texas Attorney General has wrapped up an investigation into a major health insurer, Superior HealthPlan. The probe looked into claims that the company had been spying on lawmakers, patients, and whistleblowers. After seven weeks of digging, the Attorney General found no wrongdoing. The investigation started after a Texas House committee chairman accused the compa...

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May 20 2025WEATHER

North Texas Weather Alert: More Storms on the Way

North Texas has been hit hard by severe weather recently, and it's not over yet. The National Weather Service in Fort Worth has warned of more severe storms expected to roll through the region on Monday afternoon and evening. The counties north of Interstate 20 are bracing for the worst, with the highest risk of severe weather between 4 p. m. and 10 p. m. This includ...

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May 19 2025WEATHER

North Texas Weather: More Storms on the Horizon

North Texas has been experiencing a series of storms, and it looks like there's more to come. The National Weather Service's Fort Worth office has issued a forecast for scattered, potentially severe storms on Sunday and Monday. These storms are expected to hit the metro area in the early evening, similar to the ones seen on Saturday. Saturday's storms brought hail a...

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