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Feb 19 2025WEATHER

Navigating North Texas Roads: Stay Informed, Stay Safe

North Texas residents might face a slippery situation on Tuesday. The weather service predicts light freezing rain in the afternoon and evening. This could make roads especially tricky, particularly around 6 p. m. in the Dallas-Fort Worth area. The good news? The ice buildup isn't expected

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Feb 18 2025ENTERTAINMENT

From Pig Squeals to Soundscapes: The Making of Texas Chain Saw Massacre's Iconic Score

The Texas Chain Saw Massacre burst onto the scene in 1974, catching audiences off guard with its raw and unsettling vibe. The film's low-budget production didn't stop it from making a huge impact on horror movies. The eerie sound design and abstract score were key to its success. These elements matc

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Feb 13 2025FINANCE

Texas Welcomes a New Financial Player

Texas is becoming a major hub for financial services. The New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) has big plans for the state. They are moving their Chicago operations to Dallas. This move could change the game for Texas's economy. The NYSE Chicago, originally known as the Chicago Stock Exchange, was founde

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Feb 13 2025TECHNOLOGY

SpaceX's Texas Expansion: Starbase City on the Horizon

SpaceX is pushing forward with plans to transform a Texas area into a new city called Starbase. This move comes after a local county approved an election that will let nearby residents decide if they want to establish Starbase as a municipality. The proposed city is located near Boca Chica Beach, cl

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Feb 11 2025EDUCATION

Texas Careers: Preparing Students for the Future Workforce

Texas is hustling to gear up its students for the jobs of tomorrow. With nearly two-thirds of new jobs needing more than a high school diploma in the next five years, the state is in a pickle. Many graduates are missing the key skills needed to fill these roles. The governor, Greg Abbott, h

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Feb 09 2025CELEBRITIES

Accidental Shooting: A Close Call for a Disney Alum

Christy Carlson Romano recently shared a harrowing experience on her social media. The former Disney Channel star was enjoying a birthday celebration for her husband in Texas. It was supposed to be a fun day out, shooting clay pigeons, but things took a sudden and unexpected turn. The couple was at

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Feb 07 2025CRIME

From Capitol Chaos to Child Predator Arrest

The story starts with the arrest of a man who had been hiding from the law in Texas for over two weeks. The man's name is Andrew Taake. He was not your average fugitive from justice; he was part of the group of more than 1, 500 people who were pardoned by President Donald Trump for participating in

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Feb 06 2025POLITICS

Learning a Lesson As Texan Senator Privatizes Public Dues

The big win for Republicans in Texas's state senate was the creation of school choice bill debate. The lawmakers even set a $10000 voucher for any student. This year, state legislators in the TexasSenate debated a bill to funnel $1bn of state funds into education savings accounts through it fund s

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Feb 06 2025BUSINESS

Texas: A State Going Through A Huge Population Surge

Texas has seen a massive population growth in recent years. More than two million people have moved to the state since 2020. In 2024 alone, nearly 563, 000 people made the move to the Lone Star State. Texas now has a population of 31. 29 million people. This population explosion is due to many fac

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Feb 06 2025BUSINESS

Business Leaders: Texas' Bridge Builders.

Imagine you're living in Texas, a state known for its dynamic economy and passionate politics. The headlines tell us we’re divided. But what if those divisions could be bridged by people who have a lot to gain from unity? Texas businesses have a unique role to play. In Texas, everyone's

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