Texas
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Abandoned fishing gear poses silent threat to marine life along Texas coast
“Ghost fishing,” or “ghost gear,” can trap and kill marine life. Here’s how to prevent that from happening.
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Blue dragons are washing up in Texas. Here’s why you shouldn’t pick one up
Rare blue dragon slugs are washing up on Texas’s shoreline, but beware: they sting. Here’s everything you need to know.
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Kacey Musgraves returns to her Texas roots on ‘Middle of Nowhere’
Texas native Kacey Musgraves recently announced her latest album, “Middle of Nowhere.” Here’s what you need to know.
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The Yellow Rose of Texas: Myth vs. reality
You’ve likely heard “The Yellow Rose of Texas” in some form or fashion. Learn more about the classic folk song, including what’s fact and what’s fiction.
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Report: Texans lose billions to online scammers
Texas is one of the worst states in the nation for consumer fraud, according to a report from the Consumer Federation of America.
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7 times labor unions shaped history in Texas
From garnering better wages for pecan shellers to the first hotel strike in Texas, these labor unions have made a difference for their workers.
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Houston, Fort Bend, and Aldine districts announce sweeping school closures
Enrollment drops and budget pressures are driving widespread campus closures across Houston ISD, Fort Bend ISD and Aldine ISD. Three major Houston-area school districts are moving forward with significant school closures, citing declining enrollment, aging facilities, and financial pressures. The decisions have drawn strong reactions from educators, parents, and students, who say the changes will…
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I got to experience 3 classic game shows without leaving Texas, thanks to GameOn! HTX
GameOn! HTX gives you a full game show experience right in the Lone Star State, making it the perfect activity for parties, big groups, and work events.
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Texas oil companies stand to profit from Iran war disruptions while consumers face higher gas prices
Texas’ status as the nation’s largest oil producer will partially insulate its residents from some gas price hikes, but it’s not immune to disruptions, experts say.
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Texas is again where the buffalo roam
Today, bison (commonly called “buffalo”) are once again thriving and providing for Indigenous people.
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Uber puts safety first with nationwide Women Preferences rollout
Uber recently launched a nationwide “Women’s Preferences” feature for riders and drivers to increase safety. Here’s what you need to know.
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76% of Texas voucher applicants are already enrolled in private schools or home-schooled
Texas’ new $1 billion voucher program allots about $10,000 per student to be used on private school tuition. It’s paid for by taxpayer dollars.
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Texans will head back to the polls for these runoff elections in May
In Texas, a candidate must receive more than 50% of the vote to win an election, otherwise the top two vote-getters face a rematch in a runoff election, which will be held on May 26.
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Texas hemp businesses fear an uptick in police raids after more than 15 in the last two years
Attorneys for hemp businesses say the raids have hurt their revenue and reputation, while police said they’re necessary to root out products with illegal levels of THC.
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Why did gas prices go up? Will gas prices go down? What to know
Gas prices appear to be soaring across the country — and in Texas — as the conflict in Iran continues.
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Texas woman goes on hunger strike to stop plastics pollution
A Texas environmental activist is in the second week of a hunger strike to protest Dow Chemical’s application to relax rules on discharging plastics into the state’s coastal waterways.
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Why this year’s bluebonnet season is anything but predictable
Bluebonnet season may be a little more “varied” this year in Texas. Here’s what you need to know.
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Do primary results signal a change in Texas politics?
Texas Republicans will return to the polls in May to select their candidate to run for the U.S. Senate.
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Your baby’s milestones deserve to be celebrated. Apparently, Whataburger and Buc-ee’s agree
Buc-ee’s and Whataburger both sell ABCs baby books, among other themed gifts. Which will you take home to show your brand loyalty?
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James Talarico defeats Jasmine Crockett in US Senate primary
The 36-year-old Presbyterian seminarian and former middle school teacher will face either John Cornyn or Ken Paxton in the general election on Nov. 3.
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Gina Hinojosa wins Democratic primary for Texas Governor
She will face Republican incumbent Gov. Greg Abbott in the general election on Nov. 3.
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The history of Texas Longhorn cattle: From Christopher Columbus to a record Fort Worth sale
Texas Longhorn cattle have a rich, centuries-long history that has led to the prestigious state icon they are today.
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7 Tejanas who shaped history
Tejanas have changed history in ways big and small for as long as we can remember. Check out these seven examples from the music world to politics.
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‘Carry one another’s burden’: Texas pastor marches 90 miles to protest ICE detentions
Garcia, pastor of the immigrant-led Roca de Refugio Church, has seen 18 members of her congregation detained by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) since last May. To her, the nearly 26 miles she walks each day pale in comparison to what detainees are enduring.
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Watch the Texas primary election results roll in at these watch parties around the state
If you’re looking for a spot to watch primary election results come in, keep reading to find your nearest watch party.
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No driver? No problem. Waymo’s autonomous cars roll out in 3 Texas cities
Waymo recently expanded into San Antonio, Houston, and Dallas. Here’s what to know about the driverless vehicles.
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Texas Democrat demands that El Paso detention center be shut down
Camp East Montana in El Paso has been operational for six months, and at least three people have died at the site since December 2025.
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SFA plans to move iconic Stone Fort Museum due to upcoming development projects
SFA announced that it will be relocating the historic Stone Fort Museum due to upcoming development projects. Here’s what you need to know.
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Port Aransas’s much-loved alligator Boots finds new home at Gator Country
Boots the alligator has become a neighborhood icon in Port Aransas. He was recently relocated to Beaumont’s Gator Country.
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OPINION: Black History is celebrated while Black political power is still optional
Loyalty without respect is unsustainable. Black communities have been on the front lines for generations. We’ve always done our part, not because the system worked for us, but because we understood what failure could cost.
