Texas
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9 holiday train rides in Texas
All aboard! With the holiday season in full swing, these Texas locations offer festive train rides and ample activities for the whole family.
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Texas’ new top cop pledges to secure southern border with Mexico
Col. Freeman Martin was sworn in as the state’s top cop on Monday, becoming the 14th director of the Texas Department of Public Safety.
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9 spots for cozy winter camping in Texas
With summer in the rearview mirror, these locations provide the perfect combination of adventure and relaxation, making them ideal for winter camping in Texas.
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Texas approves Bluebonnet, its new Bible-infused curriculum for schools
The Texas Board of Education narrowly approved controversial new learning materials for schools after Gov. Greg Abbott rigged the vote.
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Texas bill would reclassify abortion drugs as controlled substances
A Louisiana law that reclassified abortion-inducing drugs as controlled substances has made it more difficult for doctors to treat a wide range of gynecological conditions, doctors say. Now, a similar proposal has been filed in Texas. Texas Rep. Pat Curry, a freshman Republican from Waco, said the intent of House Bill 1339 is to make…
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41 tips to support small businesses this holiday season (on any budget)
Investing in small businesses helps foster community resilience and promote local economic growth, especially during the holidays.
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Meet Bluebonnet Learning, Texas’ Bible-infused curriculum for schools
The Texas Board of Education is poised to approve Bluebonnet Learning, a Bible-infused curriculum for elementary schools despite criticism that it’s factually inaccurate.
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Trump’s AG pick Matt Gaetz withdraws as more sex with minors details emerge
Gaetz’ quick withdrawal suggests that he realized he likely wouldn’t win the votes necessary to be confirmed by the Senate following Trump’s inauguration.
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Ken Paxton sues to block voter-approved weed measure in Dallas
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton sued Dallas to try and block a weed decriminalization measure that voters approved on Nov. 5.
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Where people in Texas are moving to most
People in Texas are moving to other areas of the United States. Here’s where they’re moving to most often.
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Trump nominates former WWE head, private school voucher advocate for Education secretary
McMahon is relatively unknown in education circles, although she has expressed support for charter schools and private school vouchers.
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How to talk to a conspiracy theorist, in 6 steps
Here’s how you (yes, you!) can help stop your friends and family from going down extremist rabbit holes.
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Texas gift guide: Local goods to give this holiday season
Before you head to a big box retailer or Amazon, consider these local Texas businesses to give a far more memorable gift this holiday season.
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Why people are so concerned about Trump picking RFK Jr. to lead US public health
Trump’s pick for health secretary wants to increase access to raw milk, remove fluoride from drinking water, and has said that vaccines cause autism and that WiFi causes cancer.
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Author of Texas abortion ban blames everyone but his law for women’s deaths
State Sen. Bryan Hughes defended the Texas abortion ban he wrote just days after the end of an election cycle in which it was harshly criticized.
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Hate and harassment towards women spreads after Trump’s election
Over a 24-hour period following Trump’s election, there was a 4,600% increase in the usage of the phrase “your body, my choice” on X. The phrase has made its way offline as well, with young girls and parents across the country using social media to share instances of harassment involving it.
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6 Texas ghost tours that will make your hair stand on end
Explore Texas’ haunted history through six spine-tingling ghost tours.
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The 10 most bizarre Airbnbs in Texas
From a repurposed school bus to a love letter to the 90s, we’re exploring 10 of the strangest Airbnbs in Texas.
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How to stay politically engaged in between election cycles
From engaging with representatives to joining advocacy groups, there are numerous ways to continue participating in democracy and shaping policy after the polls close. Every election, voters cast their ballots to have a say in the governments that pass and implement the many policies that shape their lives. But democratic participation doesn’t have to end…
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‘We don’t quit’: Where Texas Democrats can find hope in bleak election results
Democrats hoped to make more progress across the state on Tuesday, but fell short thanks to a stronger than expected showing by Republicans.
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Ted Cruz defeats Colin Allred to win third term in US Senate
US Sen. Ted Cruz won a third term on Tuesday, defeating Rep. Colin Allred in a close US Senate race in Texas.
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Puff, puff, yes: Voters decriminalize weed in Dallas
Proposition R, which decriminalizes weed in Dallas, passed on Tuesday. It prohibits Dallas cops from charging people with misdemeanor pot possession.
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‘Your vote is your voice’: Texans make their choices on Election Day
More than 9 million people took part in early voting in Texas. Millions more were expected at the polls on Tuesday for their last chance to cast a ballot.
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Op-Ed: Texas Latino community and the urgency of climate action
Latino politicians and climate leaders in Texas plead with voters to vote in candidates who want to take action to reverse climate change.
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Trump is widely expected to prematurely declare victory regardless of the vote count
Political experts and campaign officials alike are expecting Donald Trump to declare victory on Tuesday night before the final results will roll in. It’s just one tactic the former president and his allies have been working on to sow doubt in a potential election loss.
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Trump and the MAGA movement have spent years preparing to contest the 2024 election results
Donald Trump’s plan to challenge a 2024 election loss involves relying on the far-right justices on the Supreme Court all the way down to MAGA sheriffs and local election officials, with a helping hand from Republicans in Congress, state lawmakers, and a firehose of lies and conspiracies being spread on social media.
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CERT: Learn life-saving skills at Dallas’ free emergency training
Learn about the new Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) in Dallas and how you can get trained for free.
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Electoral misinformation in Texas: What you should know to avoid it.
Disinformation spikes during major U.S. elections. Experts urge verifying sources, fact-checking and careful content sharing. With every major U.S. election cycle, disinformation takes center stage once again, sowing confusion and eroding trust in democratic processes. This trend is far from surprising: the Global Risks Report from the World Economic Forum estimates that disinformation will be…
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Op-Ed: The biggest factor the polls aren’t showing? People
The biggest factor the polls aren’t showing is people. People volunteering. People talking with people. People rising. And, importantly, people who care deeply about real issues that lower costs for families and boost the economy – and importantly, people who also want less vitriol, racism, misogyny, and hate.
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Treat yourself: 2024 Election Day freebies and discounts
Here’s a look at some of the freebies and deals you can sport on Election Day this year.
