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Texas’ power grid weathered another winter storm. Is it ready for the future?

Five years after Winter Storm Uri caused catastrophic blackouts that killed hundreds, the electric grid has changed significantly, but increasing demand means it will have to adapt even more.

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Texas educators praise new school cellphone ban

The new state ban took effect on Sept. 1, and Texas’ more than 1,200 public school districts have adopted policies ranging from secure phone pouches to increased monitoring.

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A community college could transform the Lockhart area. Will voters approve it?

Residents of a rural Texas school district decide in November whether to expand Austin Community College’s reach.

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There are warring depictions of Robert Roberson’s murder case. Here’s what to know.

Even before the Texas man’s death sentence became a political lightning rod, law enforcement and medical experts had differing opinions on the evidence that convicted him.

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SpaceX catches giant Starship booster with 'Chopsticks' on historic Flight 5 rocket launch and landing (video)

SpaceX launched its enormous Starship rocket for the fifth time ever today (Oct. 13), on a dramatic test flight that featured a mid-air catch of the first-stage Super Heavy booster.

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SpaceX successfully catches returning Starship booster with 'Mechazilla' arms

SpaceX's Starship test flight this Sunday achieved a world first: using the launch tower's "chopstick" arms – referred to as "Mechazilla" by SpaceX founder Elon Musk – to catch the returning first-stage booster after a test flight. This groundbreaking maneuver is a key milestone in SpaceX's drive toward rapid rocket…

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“Always go out on top”: Texas A&M Chancellor John Sharp will retire June 2025

Sharp leaves after having transformed the institution, embedding it into state government, expanding its reach and boosting its academic and athletic reputation.

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Elon Musk allows controversial conspiracy theorist Alex Jones back on X

Jones has been banned from most major social media platforms for spreading falsehoods, like saying school shootings are faked, and that survivors and parents of slain children are crisis actors.

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Can John Sharp protect his maroon empire?

The savvy ex-lawmaker has expanded the Texas A&M University System and mollified state leaders. Some faculty, alumni and students say that accommodation has come at a cost.

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Trump’s New Campaign Strategy: Leveraging Influential Republicans To Advocate On His Behalf

Ongoing legal proceedings are hindering the former US president's reelection campaign.

Zenger

How 2023 Legislation Will Shape Future Elections And The Growing Opposition To Ranked-choice Voting

Examining the impact of current legislation on upcoming elections and the rise of ranked-choice voting bans in several states.

Zenger

‌DeSantis Llama A Washington DC Un ‘Pantano’ Mientras Apoya A Trump Después De La Acusación

‌Mientras el expresidente Donald Trump enfrenta su tercera acusación, recibió el apoyo de un aliado convertido en enemigo, que se enfrenta a él en las primarias presidenciales republicanas.

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DeSantis Calls Washington DC A ‘Swamp’ As He Stands By Trump After Indictment: ‘I Will End Weaponization Of Government’

As Former President Donald Trump faces his third indictment, he received support from an ally turned foe, who is contesting against him in the 2024 Republican presidential primary

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With another DACA court ruling looming, Texas recipients who are now adults worry about their jobs and futures

A federal judge in Houston is expected to rule for the second time that the Obama-era program is illegal. The possible end of DACA could upend the lives of more than 95,000 Texans enrolled in the program.

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“Seems obscene” says federal appeals court judge during hearing for Llano County library book removal case

A 5th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals panel in New Orleans heard oral arguments Wednesday for an appeal to overturn a judge’s order that Llano County officials return to shelves books they had removed. It was not clear how or when the appellate panel would rule.

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Llano County library supporters declare victory as officials decide not to close all branches

Llano County commissioners had considered closing the three libraries in response to a ruling from a federal judge who ordered banned books returned to the shelves.

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In a Central Texas county, high schoolers are jailed on felony charges for vaping what could be legal hemp

Police often can’t tell if a cannabis vape pen is derived from marijuana or legal hemp, like the delta-8 products on display in gas stations across Texas. That doesn’t stop them from making felony arrests in high schools.

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Texas teens embark on an idealistic quest to shut down the state’s last five youth prisons

Spurred by reports of inhumane conditions at Texas Juvenile Justice Department facilities, Austin-area teenagers are lobbying the Legislature to reform the system.

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Austin voters banned homeless people from camping in public spaces. The city is creating housing for them but not fast enough.

Police have had to eject hundreds of people from encampments. They still struggle to tell many of them where to go.

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American dream of owning a home out of reach for many in tight markets

Many middle- and lower-income Americans are left with a dwindling number of options or forced into renting while supply increases for the wealthiest buyers

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Legal questions shroud Gov. Greg Abbott’s move to bus migrants back to the border

Some experts say the actions create little change in immigration enforcement. Others say they invite a legal battle.

The Texas Tribune

Roe v. Wade, overturned: Scenes of despair and joy after a historic decision

Texans on both sides of the abortion debate marched, rallied and chanted after the U.S. Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade.

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Abortion rights demonstrators take to the streets in Texas: “It’s just unbelievable”

Through speeches, signs and chants, protesters across the state expressed their concerns Friday about the effects of the U.S. Supreme Court’s overturning of Roe v. Wade.

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