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‘This is not right’: Texas students, educators criticize Ten Commandments in classrooms

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Some Texas students and educators are criticizing new laws that added prayer time, Ten Commandments to public schools.
Adidas has partnered with athletic-inspired clothing company Hibbett to design a limited-edition run of shoes featuring a design inspired by the iconic State Fair of Texas.

Step right up! Adidas set to unveil State Fair of Texas kicks

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Adidas is partnering with Hibbett for a run of limited-edition shoes featuring a State Fair of Texas theme. Here’s what you need to know about the “State Fair” Superstar kicks.
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Federal loopholes may have opened the door for sports betting alternatives that skirt Texas’ gambling ban

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By Ayden Runnels, The Texas Tribune Sept. 15, 2025 “Federal loopholes may have opened the door for sports betting alternatives that skirt Texas’ gambling ban” was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and statewide issues. Sign […]
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Texas House votes to end STAAR testing

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The Texas House approved a bill that replaces the state’s STAAR exam with three shorter tests given over the course of the school year starting in 2027.
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Things to do in Dallas-Fort Worth in September

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Our free DFW newsletter features a weekly list of events—some free, some ticketed—so there is no reason to be sitting at home, missing out. Sign up at the link in bio.
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Watch me get read for filth by a Houston aura reader

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Have you ever wondered what kind of energy you give off? Small business, Mixed Feels, is in the business of reading your aura. Subscribe to COURIER HTX at the link in our bio for more fun things to do in Houston.
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Texas A&M fires professor for discussing gender identity in class

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Texas A&M fired a professor and disciplined two administrators over backlash from right-wing lawmakers following a viral video showing a professor discussing LGBTQ+ topics in class.
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Nearly 350 Houston retirees still waiting on buyout payments

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Houston City Council member Edward Pollard is demanding accountability as nearly 350 of the 1,000 city workers who took early retirement buyouts are still waiting for their pension payments months after they were promised. The buyout program, launched to help close a $330 million budget shortfall, offered lump-sum payouts of 25% of annual salary to eligible employees. The employees were promised the payments within 60 days of their May 1 retirement. Pollard has expressed growing concern over the city's handling of the program, and wants a timeline from Mayor John Whitmire’s administration on when the retirees will be paid. He questioned the mayor during an Aug. 27 city council meeting.
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‘More stressed, more unsure’: Texas educators start school year under new DEI ban

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Educators speak out on new laws they face in classrooms, including a ban on diversity, equity, and inclusion and a “Parental Bill of Rights” that makes it easier for conservatives to interfere in public schools.
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Why books shouldn’t be controversial: Welcome to your Texas banned reading list

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Banned books have been hugely controversial when it comes to Texas education. Literature is fundamental to learning—and when the government is trying to dictate what students can and can’t read, important, diverse voices can be lost.
Texas is currently experiencing an alarming increase of flea-borne typhus cases.

Texas Sees Rise in Flea-Borne Typhus Cases

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Flea-borne typhus, otherwise known as murine or endemic typhus, is on the rise in Texas. Here’s what you need to know.
Fort Worth goes all out celebrating Hispanic heritage month.

From lowriders to live music, here’s where to celebrate Hispanic heritage in Fort Worth

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Looking for ways to show your pride during Hispanic Heritage Month? Several celebrations honoring Latino Americans and their cultures will soon take place across Fort Worth and Tarrant County.
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