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Colin Allred hosts campaign event in Dallas ahead of Texas abortion ban anniversary
Abortion access is a top motivating issue for voters across the country and it’s one of the issues the Senate candidate is running on.
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VIDEO: UT Austin grad student on why he’s supporting Kamala
@courierdfw This 24-year-old UT Austin grad student watched his mother work two to three jobs at a time, trying to make ends meet. D'Angelo Colter is looking to vote for a president who will champion policies that will support people like him and his family. Listen to him share why he believes Vice President Kamala…
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Texas’ rising star: Rep. Jasmine Crockett speaks at DNC
In a primetime speaking slot, Rep. Crockett posed a question to voters about their choices in the presidential election: “Who would you hire?”
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VIDEO: Hear what this Dallas voter hopes to see in a future America
@courierdfw Hear what this Dallas voter hopes to see in a future America. #voting #millennialproblems #dallas #millennials #voter #dfw #dallastexas #fortworth #texas #dallaslife #dallastexas #election2024 ♬ original sound – CourierDFW
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Texas jurors are deciding if a student’s parents are liable in a deadly 2018 school shooting
An attorney for the parents of a Texas student accused of killing 10 people in a 2018 school shooting near Houston told trial jurors Friday that they didn’t know their son would have a psychotic breakdown.
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Here’s what to know about how we’re covering the 2024 elections
In our efforts to be a local news source you can trust, we wanted to share a little bit about how we’re thinking about our elections coverage this year—and every year, really.
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VIDEO: Why this Texas millennial mom is voting
@courierdfw Hear what a Dallas mother has to say to those considering not voting. #dallasmom #dallasmoms #dallasmommy #dallasmomblog #dallasvoter #dallaslife #texas #houston #dallastexas #fortworth #dfw #austin #dallastx #dallas ♬ original sound – CourierDFW
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Early voting in Texas: Where, when and how to vote
Early voting in Texas starts on October 21. Here’s what to know.
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The dos and don’ts of voting by mail in 2024
The deadline to vote by mail is October 25. Let’s go over how to register.
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A guide for first-time voters in Texas
Voting for the first time can be overwhelming. So we compiled a list of all you need to know as a first-time voter in Texas, including key dates.
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How to become a poll worker in Texas
Poll workers are key to a healthy democracy, helping ensure elections across the country run smoothly. Not only do they hand out those cool “I voted” stickers and answer questions during the early voting period and on Election Day, but they also make sure everyone’s vote is included in the final tally by counting absentee…
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VIDEO: Texas voter is excited to vote for Kamala Harris
@courierdfw Vice President Kamala Harris spoke in Houston this week at the 60th International Biennial Boule of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc., event. Attendee Nieka Davis told us why she's excited to have VP Harris on the 2024 presidential ticket. . . . #kamalaharris #kamalaforpresident #kamalaforthepeople #kamalaforpresident🇺🇸✌️#amplifygreater #sgrhoboule #greaterwomengreaterworld #SigmaGammaRho @sgrhoupdates #notgoingback #dallas #texas #houston…
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Autumn migrations: 8 beautiful birds to spot flying over Texas
It’s about that time of year when birds make their way south to warmer winter climates. Which feathered species can you see across Texas?
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Dozens of pregnant women, some bleeding or in labor, being turned away from ERs despite federal law
More than 100 pregnant women in medical distress who sought help from emergency rooms were turned away or negligently treated since 2022.
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VIDEO: Voting is ‘how we use our voice’
@courierdfw Last night, Vice President Kamala Harris spoke in Houston at the Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc., 60th International Biennial Boule, where she responded to Donald Trump's attack on her race. "Donald Trump spoke at the annual meeting of the National Association of Black Journalists, and it was the same old show — the divisiveness…
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VIDEO: Texas father is voting for his daughter
@courierdfw Why is it so important for Texans to ensure their voices are heard in the 2024 election? “We’re literally facing down fascism,” one dad told us. #voter #2024elections #dallas #dfw #texas #dallastexas ♬ original sound – CourierDFW
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6 times Kamala Harris wore clothing with a hidden meaning
Kamala Harris has mastered turning women’s fashion into a subtle power play. Here are six ways she’s done it, plus tips for how you can do it, too.
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Vice president candidates present stark contrast on voting issues
Vice president candidates present stark contrast on voting issues. Here’s what you need to know about Tim Walz and JD Vance.
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Biden unveils plan for Supreme Court changes, says US stands at ‘breach’ as public confidence sinks
President Biden unveiled a long-awaited proposal for changes at the U.S. Supreme Court, calling on Congress to establish term limits and an enforceable ethics code for the court’s nine justices.
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19 jaw-dropping facts about Texas native Simone Biles
These 19 fascinating facts about Texas native and world-renowned gymnast Simone Biles prove her prowess in and out of the gym.
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What to know about Kamala Harris
From her time as a prosecutor to her term as vice president, Harris has been a strong advocate for reproductive rights and gun safety laws, pursued justice for victims of crime, and has sought to push back on growing right-wing extremism.
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Kamala Harris has a lot to run on. Here’s what to watch for.
During her time as vice president, Harris has helped pass laws that lowered healthcare costs, invested in childcare and housing, and advanced efforts to fight climate change.
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Biden ends campaign, passes torch to Kamala Harris for Democratic nominee for president
“Today I want to offer my full support and endorsement for Kamala to be the nominee of our party this year,” Biden said. “Democrats — it’s time to come together and beat Trump. Let’s do this.”
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7 major rulings from the US Supreme Court’s 2023-2024 term, explained
The US Supreme Court has, shall we say, made news this year. Here’s an approachable explainer to some of their top rulings of the term, and how they impact clean air, workplace safety, health insurance, and the general quality of life for all Americans.
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Big tech billionaires line up behind Donald Trump and JD Vance
Silicon Valley billionaires such as Elon Musk, Marc Andreessen, and Chamath Palihapitiya have thrown their support behind a Trump-Vance ticket, and some even urged the former president to pick Vance as his running mate.
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Where does RFK Jr. stand on abortion? It doesn’t seem like even he knows.
Kennedy said he would support a nationwide 15-week ban, but then changed his mind. He’s also said that he believes the choice of whether or not to have an abortion should stay between women and their doctors while simultaneously touting his plan to “reduce abortion” and “make it easier for women to choose life.”
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Rent increases would be limited to 5% per year under new Biden-Harris plan
The plan calls on Congress to pass a law that would withdraw tax credits from landlords who raise rent by more than 5% annually. If passed, the plan would apply to about half of all rentals in the United States.
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Elon Musk says he’ll move X and SpaceX to Texas
Musk said he decided to move his companies from California after Gov. Gavin Newsom signed several laws expanding protections for LGBTQ+ students.
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Who is J.D. Vance? Here’s what to know about Trump’s VP pick.
Vance has compared abortion to murder and slavery, has criticized divorce, and has suggested people in “violent” marriages should try to work things out. He’s additionally said he wants to ban pornography, and has blamed a school shooting on “fatherlessness.”
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What to know about Donald Trump’s apparent assassination attempt
The Secret Service shot and killed the would-be assassin, identified as a 20-year-old from a Pittsburgh suburb not far from the campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania. One spectator was killed and two others were critically injured.
