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(Op-ed) Kids don’t vote: How the media, public talks about Texas, Camp Mystic flood matters
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The Coolest Tattoo Shops in Texas — From Dallas to El Paso
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Senate passes GOP’s tax and spending bill with Cornyn, Cruz priorities included
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Texas graded its public schools. Critics call the results a ‘politically motivated attack’
| May 6, 2025
When the TEA released the scores on April 24, some school districts and a coalition of state lawmakers called the methodology "deceptive, harmful, and a blatant attempt to discredit neighborhood public schools to justify school privatization schemes.”
Dallas celebrates Reverchon Park’s renovated baseball field
| May 2, 2025
Reverchon Park’s ceentury-old baseball field reopens after stunning renovation, blending historic charm with modern amenities for future generations of players.
Texas mom testifies against gun bill that would lower purchase age to 18
| May 1, 2025
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In Texas, people must be at least 21 to buy a handgun from a licensed dealer — but Republican lawmakers want to change that.
House Bill 2470, proposed by Rep. Wesley Virdell (R-Brady) and cosponsored by 20 other Republicans, lowers the age to possess a handgun to 18, despite firearms being the leading cause of death for children and teens aged 1-17, according to data from the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
“This bill passing would be a bomb being detonated,” Robin Breed, a member of Moms Demand Action, said during a House committee hearing for the bill on April 14. “ Those of us in this room opposing this bill will continue to raise our voices against these dangerous and deadly policies, despite many of you being unwilling to look at facts and data and continually leaving your conscious at the door.”
Why was a Frisco man tased by Dallas PD in the Love Field airport?
| May 1, 2025
On April 19, Frisco’s Michael Singleton was tased and arrested by Dallas police in the Love Field Airport for an overdue traffic citation.
Singleton, along with his attorney, addressed the press on Monday in downtown Dallas, asking for an investigation into the incident.
VIDEO: Texas graded its public schools. How did yours fare?
| May 1, 2025
Texas public school ratings — which grade how well districts and campuses educate their students and prepare them for the future — were made public for the first time in two years. Results across the state have dropped after the Texas Education Agency implemented stricter scoring standards, and one North Texas school district is at […]
Student loans in default will be sent for collection. Here’s what to know for borrowers
| April 29, 2025
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By ADRIANA MORGA and WYATTE GRANTHAM-PHILIPS Associated Press NEW YORK (AP) — Starting next month, the Education Department says student loans that are in default will be referred for collections. Roughly 5.3 million borrowers are in default on their federal student loans and soon could be subject to having their wages garnished. Referrals for collection […]
She’s not faking it: How this Texas bill would excuse period pain absences in school
| April 28, 2025
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A Texas bill would excuse school absences for menstrual disorders—advocates say it’s a crucial step toward reproductive health and dignity in schools.
The financial cost of autism management: Navigating expenses and resources
| April 23, 2025
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While all 50 U.S. states have laws requiring private insurers to cover some level of autism-related care, coverage details vary, and out-of-pocket costs can still be significant, Rula explains.
Texas House passes $1 billion school vouchers bill in historic vote
| April 17, 2025
The Texas House passed a $1 billion school voucher bill early Thursday, a measure that provides $10,300 to students to attend private schools.
Fort Worth prioritizes literacy effort as 2 in 3 students cannot read proficiently
| April 16, 2025
Mayor Mattie Parker issued a resolution April 15 declaring literacy as one of the city’s priorities. The document emphasized Fort Worth’s promise to help the 12 school districts serving the city achieve universal grade-level reading among students.
You’re paying taxes today—but are billionaires and big corporations dodging theirs?
| April 15, 2025
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Congress is prioritizing the ultra-wealthy and corporate greed over everyday American people this tax season. Now, community organizations across the US are fighting back—here’s how you can get involved.
Meet Dallas’ new police chief, Daniel Comeaux
| April 14, 2025
Get to know the new chief of the Dallas Police Department, Daniel Comeaux.