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A Texas congressman is quietly helping Elon Musk pitch building $760M tunnels under Houston to ease flooding

Experts in Houston have been studying the idea of building massive tunnels to divert floodwaters. Musk’s company wants a piece of the project.

The Texas Tribune

How Texas' “bathroom bills” have evolved over a decade

More than 20 bills that would restrict restroom use for transgender people have been proposed since 2015, but their language — and reception — have shifted.

The Texas Tribune

Abbott vows to immediately call Texas lawmakers back to work if special session ends without new maps

The leaders of both chambers said they would adjourn for the session Friday if Democrats do not return, while the governor said he might add more items to his agenda.

The Texas Tribune

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The Amount of Money It Costs Cord Cutters to Watch Sports Just Keeps Going Up and Up

If you’re a sports fan who went streaming only, you should strongly consider going back to cable.

Sports Illustrated

Increased attention on Texas House Democratic leader Gene Wu comes with more anti-Asian insults

“Is Gene Wu back in China?” state Sen. Mayes Middleton, a Galveston Republican, posted on X on Monday — the first day the House did not reach a quorum due to the absent Democrats.

The Texas Tribune

Top two Kerr County emergency officials say they were asleep as July 4 floods struck

Their statements to state legislators marked the first time county officials have spoken publicly about what they were doing the morning of the disaster that killed more than 100 people in the county.

The Texas Tribune

Texas Senate passes bill to ban THC — again

The Senate’s decision signals another potential standoff with Gov. Greg Abbott, who vetoed a similar ban earlier this year as he called for more regulations instead.

The Texas Tribune

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Texas A&M System’s new leader hints faculty senates in state leaders’ crosshairs will stay

In an interview with the Tribune, Chancellor Glenn Hegar also said he would prioritize student outcomes over big projects and skirted questions about diversity and academic freedom.

The Texas Tribune

Travis Kelce, Kelsey Plum and Every Famous Sports Star Cameo in ‘Happy Gilmore 2’

The fun-loving golf comedy sequel featured some crazy sports celebrity sightings.

Sports Illustrated

Dan Patrick Reacts to Nick Saban NFL Coaching Speculation With Simple Question

Radio hosts wonders if Saban would return to sidelines.

Sports Illustrated

Traina Thoughts Mailbag: Amazon vs. NBC, NFL Sunday Ticket, Billy Joel and More

Amazon hit a home run with its NBA announcing roster, headlined by its studio hosts and play-by-play broadcasters.

Sports Illustrated

Meet the Californian who pushed Texas lawmakers to help fix the state’s housing crisis

A bipartisan coalition, organized by Nicole Nosek, played a role in getting the Legislature to pass laws tackling the state’s housing affordability woes.

The Texas Tribune

The Texas Legislature is back for a special session. Here’s what we’re watching.

Lawmakers will have 30 days to tackle a packed agenda outlined by Gov. Greg Abbott, from flood relief to redistricting to THC products.

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Big money shaping GOP primaries for Texas attorney general, comptroller

New campaign finance filings provide the first glimpse of the financial and political fault lines emerging in the open primaries for key statewide offices.

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Newly formed Texas disaster preparedness and flooding committee will visit Kerr County

The joint House and Senate committee will first meet in Austin next week, then in Kerrville on July 31 to hear from Hill Country residents about their concerns.

Latin Times

Texas Lt. Gov. Says 'Faith' Will Get People Through Grieving Following Catastrophic Flooding: 'We're Here For a Short Time'

Texas Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick said "it's faith that will get us through this" when discussing the aftermath of the catastrophic floodings in the state, where over 100 people have died

The Texas Tribune

Trump defends federal government’s response to Hill Country floods during Texas visit

The president met with state and local officials, who praised the White House response, and lashed out at a question on whether aid and rescue efforts occurred fast enough.

International Business Times UK

What Is The Dan Patrick Show? The Untold Connection to the Rich Eisen Show's Rise

What is The Dan Patrick Show? Inside its ESPN fallout and how it paved the way for Rich Eisen's success in independent sports broadcasting.

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4 questions that are still unanswered about Texas' deadly floods

Key questions remain unanswered about the actions Texas officials took both before and during the catastrophic July Fourth holiday floods remain unanswered

Sports Illustrated

Dan Orlovsky Reveals He Was ‘Furious’ After Losing Emmy to Charles Barkley

The ESPN NFL analyst recalls ‘turning into a baby’ after not winning the award.

The Independent UK

A decade of missed opportunities: Texas couldn't find $1M for flood warning system near camps

Over the last decade, an array of local and state agencies have missed opportunities to fund a flood warning system intended to avert the type of disaster that swept away dozens of youth campers and others in Kerr County, Texas

The Texas Tribune

Gov. Abbott orders special session on Hill Country flooding, redistricting, THC and unfinished GOP priorities

The Republican governor laid out an ambitious agenda that includes an unexpected array of conservative bills that failed during the regular session.

The Texas Tribune

Sirens, gauges and flood prevention: What the Texas Legislature could do in response to Hill Country disaster

Gov. Greg Abbott has promised to add flood response to the agenda for the July 21 special session, with an expected focus on alert systems and local recovery.

Sports Illustrated

Dan Patrick Says Sports Talk Radio Is All About Going Viral

The longtime radio host says ratings are irrelevant in today’s media landscape.

The Guardian - US

‘Texas has the money’: families fight for basic air conditioning in state’s prisons

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