TEXAS

Nov 19 2024EDUCATION

Texas Schools Vote on Bible Lessons in Classrooms

Officials in Texas are getting ready to vote on a new school curriculum. This includes Bible lessons for young kids, like those in kindergarten. The idea is to teach them about the Golden Rule using stories from the Bible. Some people are not happy about this. They say it's unfair to focus so much o

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Nov 17 2024BUSINESS

Why Texas Should Embrace Sports Betting

Texas is known for its strong economy, low taxes, and commitment to its residents. But when it comes to sports betting, the Lone Star State is falling behind. States like Florida and Louisiana are already making billions from legal sports betting. Texans are already betting on sports, but it's happe

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Nov 17 2024SPORTS

Betting on College Football: The Hidden Value in Underdogs

Saturday, November 16th, brings a packed schedule of college football games, with about 100 games to choose from. Let's dive into where the smart money is heading using the VSiN CFB Betting Splits, updated every 10 minutes from DraftKings. Texas, ranked third, has been on a winning streak, crushing

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Nov 16 2024CRIME

Judge: Melissa Lucio Might Not Be Guilty After All

A Texas judge recently said that Melissa Lucio might not be guilty of killing her daughter back in 2007. This judgment came after reviewing new evidence and finding that the original trial had some issues. The judge noted that prosecutors might have made mistakes by presenting false testimony and hi

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Nov 15 2024BUSINESS

Texas Tech Boom: IntelliEPI's Big Leap with State Funding

In the world of technology, a company named IntelliEPI is making big waves. They're expanding their operations with a new 30, 000-square-foot semiconductor wafer facility in Allen, Texas. This isn't just any expansion; it's a game-changer that will nearly triple their annual production. How are they

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Nov 13 2024POLITICS

Texas and Trump: A New Immigration Battle

When Donald Trump was running for president, he promised big changes to immigration. He wanted to stop people from becoming citizens just because they were born in the U. S. He also wanted to send back millions of people living in the U. S. illegally. Texas could play a big role in making these chan

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Nov 13 2024CRIME

Imam Accused of Child Pornography: A Shocking Case

Imam Wisam Sharieff, an online Quran teacher from Euless, Texas, is in trouble. He's been arrested on charges that he encouraged someone to make child pornography. This all happened in Alabama, where authorities allege he told a student that certain sexual acts would help her spiritually. The studen

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Nov 08 2024POLITICS

Judge Halts Immigration Policy Aimed at Helping Families

Imagine the hope and relief of undocumented immigrants who are married to U. S. citizens. They would finally have a way to apply for a green card without having to leave the country. A program called “Keeping Families Together” made this possible. But now, that hope is on hold. A federal judge in Te

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Nov 07 2024POLITICS

Who from Texas Might Join Trump's Team?

President Donald Trump is putting together his leadership team for the next White House term. Texas, known for its strong conservative politics, could be a key source for Trump's picks. One name that often comes up is Sid Miller, the Texas Agriculture Commissioner. Miller is close to Trump and has b

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Nov 03 2024SPORTS

Underdogs Shine as Texas Tech Ends Iowa State's Perfect Season

Picture this: an underestimated Texas Tech team pulls off an unexpected victory against Iowa State, who were cruising along with an undefeated record. As the clock wound down, Texas Tech scored a touchdown, snatching the win with a 23-22 score. Iowa State's offense stumbled, while Texas Tech's defen

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