Texas
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Dozens of pregnant women, some bleeding or in labor, being turned away from ERs despite federal law
Even as the Biden administration publicly warned hospitals to treat pregnant patients in emergencies, facilities continue to violate the federal law. The issue became a focus for the administration following reports of women being improperly treated in emergency rooms after the Supreme Court’s decision to overturn the constitutional right to an abortion more than two…
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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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Op-Ed: The Biden/Harris clean energy plan helps create good-paying jobs — here’s how
A third-generation union member thinks the Biden/Harris clean energy plan is good for America.
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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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Major drugmakers capped cost of asthma inhalers at $35 per month after investigation from Democrats
AstraZeneca, Boehringer Ingelheim, and GlaxoSmithKline all agreed to cap the price of asthma inhalers earlier this year following an investigation by a Democratic-led Senate Committee.
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Who is Tim Walz? What to know about Kamala Harris’ pick for vice president
As governor of Minnesota, Walz has made school lunches free for all students, created a paid family and medical leave program, increased public school funding, legalized recreational marijuana, and made abortion a fundamental right under state law.
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Travel to the Rio Grande Valley and explore these Texas cities
A hidden region in the southern tip of the state, The Rio Grande Valley in Texas is the perfect place to visit if you’re looking for a unique vacation.
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Republicans keep lying about ‘post-birth’ abortions and ‘abortion up until birth.’ Here’s the reality.
For decades, Republicans have spread misinformation — and outright lies — about abortions later in pregnancy, while also spreading conspiracy theories about nonexistent “post-birth” abortions. Here, we separate fact from fiction.
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Op-Ed: What I want North Texas to know about border towns
When talking to folks around the country or even other Texans, I find myself receiving the same reactions when I name my hometown– complete confusion or a harmful stereotype.
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An immersive ‘Netflix House’ is coming to Galleria Dallas
Galleria Dallas is one of the first two sites for Netflix’s newest endeavor, Netflix House. Here’s what we know so far.
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We’re fallin’ for these gorgeous Texas waterfalls
Believe it or not Texas does have quite a few waterfalls. Here are 6 we want to see in person.
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Kamala Harris supports major changes to Supreme Court
Harris and President Biden are calling on Congress to establish term limits and a more binding, enforceable code of ethics for Supreme Court justices. “These popular reforms will help to restore confidence in the Court, strengthen our democracy, and ensure no one is above the law,” Harris said.
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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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Southwest Airlines plans to start assigning seats, breaking with a 50-year tradition
Southwest Airlines said it plans to drop the open-boarding system it has used for more than 50 years and will start assigning passengers to seats.
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Kamala Harris has spent decades fighting to protect people from gun violence
While serving as San Francisco’s district attorney, Harris became known for prosecuting domestic abusers. As attorney general of California, her office investigated and seized firearms from those who unlawfully possessed them. And as a US senator, she co-sponsored bills to ban assault weapons.
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Judge upholds Biden-Harris administration’s ban on noncompete clauses
Noncompete clauses effectively prevent workers from starting their own business or finding a new job in the same field within a certain area or timeframe after leaving their current job. The Biden-Harris administration’s ban on them is now tentatively set to go into effect on Sept. 4, pending other legal action.
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Harris kicks off campaign by focusing on future, highlighting plans to help families
During her first speech as the Democratic Party’s presumptive presidential nominee, Kamala Harris said she’d fight to make child care more affordable, pass paid family leave, and restore reproductive freedom.
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The far-right loses its mind over Kamala Harris
A slew of racist, sexist, and outright bizarre conspiracy theories flooded the internet after Joe Biden decided to end his campaign and endorsed Kamala Harris for president.
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Kamala Harris has spent years fighting for reproductive freedom. Here’s what to know.
Harris has a longstanding history of advocating for reproductive rights, something she’s sure to highlight on the campaign trail as she seeks to paint a stark contrast between herself and former president Donald Trump.
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Several Texas delegates coalesce behind Kamala Harris after Joe Biden abandons reelection
After President Joe Biden’s withdrawal from the presidential race Sunday, several of Texas’ Democratic delegates rally behind Vice President Kamala Harris.
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Paris 2024 Olympics Guide: The Texas Edition
Check out the Texans to watch at this summer’s Olympics.
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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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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 praises longtime US Rep Sheila Jackson Lee of Texas, who died of cancer
Longtime U.S. Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee of Texas announced a pancreatic cancer diagnosis on June 2.
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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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Project 2025 would threaten women’s access to emergency contraception
Project 2025 specifically states that certain types of emergency contraception would be excluded from the no cost coverage provided by the Affordable Care Act should it be implemented.
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The most talented Olympians from Texas—past and present
Texas athletes have had a long history of success in the Olympics. Here’s a look at who to watch this year and the most notable Texan Olympians over time.
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A Trump judge just blocked the ban of noncompete clauses
The FTC voted to ban noncompete agreements in April—those pesky clauses that employers often force their workers to sign which effectively bar them from starting their own business or finding a new job in the same field within a certain area or timeframe after leaving their current job.
