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Early voting opens in Texas with more than 870,000 people casting ballots
| October 22, 2024
As early voting opened on Monday in Texas, Democrats rallied in Austin to support local and statewide candidates, and scores of ballot measures.
Two Texas cities represent the divide between those who vote and those who could, but often don’t
| October 21, 2024
Deep in the heart of Texas’ sprawl, the city of Lewisville embodies the Lone Star State. Bisected by Interstate 35 and ribboned with six- and eight-lane thoroughfares lined with chain stores, Mexican restaurants and pawn shops, Lewisville, 23 miles north of Dallas, is the prototypical slice of the nation’s second most populous state. Its typical […]
Election officials vs. election observers vs. election campaigners: What’s the difference?
| October 18, 2024
Election officials, observers, and campaigners have very specific jobs throughout the election process. Here’s what you need to know about each.
Listeria recall grows to 12 million pounds of meat and poultry, some of it sent to US schools
| October 17, 2024
A nationwide recall of meat and poultry products potentially contaminated with listeria has expanded to nearly 12 million pounds. Here's what to know.
Go Batty: October is Bat Appreciation Month
| October 17, 2024
October is Bat Appreciation Month, and these winged creatures offer valuable benefits to the environment and economy.