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Judge says Texas school district can punish Black student for his hairstyle
| March 1, 2024
Judge says Texas school district can punish Black student for his hairstyle. Here's what you need to know about TX's ruling on Darryl George's hair.
How to apply for SNAP food stamps in Texas
| February 28, 2024
The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) is a federal program that helps qualifying American families put food on the table by providing extra funds to purchase groceries every month. Here’s how to apply in the Lone Star State.
How to apply for Medicaid in Texas
| February 28, 2024
Medicaid provides medical coverage to eligible Americans who might otherwise go without medical care for themselves and their children. Here’s how to apply.
Out-of-control wildfires scorch Texas Panhandle and briefly shut down nuclear weapons facility
| February 28, 2024
A series of wildfires swept across the Texas Panhandle early Wednesday, prompting evacuations, cutting off power to thousands, and forcing the brief shutdown of a nuclear weapons facility as strong winds, dry grass and unseasonably warm temperatures fed the blazes.
Texas passes on $450 million summer lunch program for low-income families
| February 22, 2024
Texas passes on $450 million summer lunch program for low-income families. Here's what you need to know about TX opting out of the lunch program.