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The Nick-Knack: Religion does not belong in public schools
Brenham Banner-Press - Texas
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I know I’m in the minority on this issue here, but it must be said. Religion has no place in public schools or any government-run agency. Texas Senate Bill 10 mandates that all public school classrooms display a framed or posted copy of the Ten...
Special education teacher Jocelynne Parker joins district
Petersburg Pilot - Alaska
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August 28, 2025
After 16 years in special education and a recent year teaching in one of Alaska's most remote villages, Jocelynne Parker is bringing her passion for those needing extra support to Petersburg High School. Parker comes to Petersburg from Houston,...
Houston Police give reminder after an argument leads to a shooting
WCBI - Mississippi
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August 28, 2025
HOUSTON, Miss. (WCBI) – The Houston Police Department is reminding parents to be aware of what their children are doing, following an incident overnight. Police responded to a shots-fired call involving an argument among juveniles. This is an...
Senate to discuss several bills, including legislation on the 'bathroom bill', abortion and redistricting
KXXV 25 - Texas
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August 28, 2025
AUSTIN, Texas (KXXV) — The Texas Senate was scheduled to reconvene Thursday afternoon with several pieces of legislation on the agenda. But the Senate moved to stand adjourned until Tuesday, Sept. 2. Legislation that was on the Senate's agenda are...
Six Texas schools to receive career training grants from Texas Workforce Commission
KCEN 6 - Texas
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August 28, 2025
Academy ISD and Temple College are among the schools who will receive Jobs and Education for Texans grants from the TWC. TEMPLE, Texas — Six North Central Texas schools are receiving career training grants totaling over $1,600,000, Governor Greg...
Texas Standard for Thursday, Aug. 28, 2025: Elon Musk looks to build tunnels under Houston
Texas Standard
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August 28, 2025
Here are the stories on Texas Standard for Thursday, Aug. 28, 2025. Check back later today for updated story links and audio. Trump-backed redistricting reshapes Texas politics With the Texas Legislature passing new congressional maps at President...
2025 Week 1 Preview: UTSA Roadrunners @ Texas A&M Aggies
Underdog Dynasty - Louisiana
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August 28, 2025
Time and date: Saturday, August 30 at 7:00 p.m. ET Network: ESPN Location: Kyle Field — College Station, TX Spread: Texas A&M (-24.5) Over/under: 56.5 All-time series: Texas A&M leads, 2-0 Last meeting: Texas A&M 45, UTSA 14 — November 2, 2019...
Sask. man remains in coma after rattlesnake bite in Texas
CBC/Radio-Canada
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August 28, 2025
A Saskatchewan man is in a coma after he was bitten by a rattlesnake while golfing in Texas. On July 27, Daniel Fehr, who is from Swift Current, Sask., but works in the U.S., was golfing outside of Odessa, Texas, when a rattlesnake hidden in tall...
Letters: Let’s support Newsom’s counter move to Texas’ power grab
The Mercury News - California
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August 28, 2025
Submit your letter to the editor via this form. Read more Letters to the Editor. Support state’s counter to Texas power grab Re: “State’s redistricting plan is a necessary antidote” (Page A8, Aug. 24). Michelle Obama’s famous statement, “When they...
$1.2 billion Army contract made to build detention camp in Texas
The Boston Globe - Massachusetts
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Get Starting Point A guide through the most important stories of the morning, delivered Monday through Friday. The secretive — and brisk — contracting process is emblematic, experts said, of the government’s broader rush to fulfill the Republican...
Puka Nacua shares honest verdict as Rams drop bold ‘Midnight Mode’ Rivalries uniform with Nike ahead of Week 1 vs. Texans
Sportskeeda
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August 28, 2025
Puka Nacua hyped up the LA Rams' new uniforms ahead of Week 1 of the 2025 NFL season. The NFC West franchise enters the campaign with renewed expectations after a busy offseason. Coming off a divisional round elimination at the hands of the...
‘A grave violation’: Fort Hood strengthens safety on post after soldier raped four women in barracks over 18 months
KWTX 10 - Texas
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August 28, 2025
FORT HOOD, Texas (KWTX) - Fort Hood has taken action to strengthen the safety of its sprawling installation and the well-being of its personnel after a soldier sexually assaulted four female soldiers on post, said Col. Mark R. McClellan, Fort Hood...
VICTORY! University of North Texas system lifts drag ‘pause’ after FIRE/ACLU of TX letter
Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression (FIRE)
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DENTON, Texas, Aug. 28, 2025 — The University of North Texas system confirmed that it has lifted its “pause” on drag performances across its campuses, in response to a demand letter from civil liberties organizations informing the school that it...
RFK Jr.: We’re researching if gender-affirming meds cause school shootings
LGBTQ Nation - California
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August 28, 2025
Secretary of Health and Human Services Robert F. Kennedy Jr. says that the Department of Health (HHS) will research whether antidepressants and medications used in gender affirming medical care contributed to yesterday’s deadly school shooting in...
Texas Reports 7.0 Percentage Point Drop in Alco…
Fort Bend Herald - Texas
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Source: Trace One analysis of SAMHSA data These shifts in the marketplace are unfolding against a backdrop of notable differences in drinking habits across the country. Alcohol use is generally more prevalent in the northern half of the United...
US Police examine online videos, writings possibly linked to church shooting suspect
9News
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August 28, 2025
Police are investigating online videos apparently posted by the shooter who killed two children and injured 17 other people at a Catholic church in Minneapolis, which describe an obsession with school shootings and show a rambling written...
Alaska Gov. Dunleavy picks former Texan U.S. Attorney for new state attorney general
Alaska Beacon
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August 28, 2025
Gov. Mike Dunleavy has named former Texas U.S. Attorney Stephen Cox to replace departing Alaska Attorney General Treg Taylor, he announced in a prepared statement Thursday. Cox’s appointment is subject to a confirmation vote by the Alaska...
Arrington, Creighton being considered for Texas Tech System’s top job
Times Record News - Texas
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U.S. Rep. Jodey Arrington, R-Lubbock, and Texas Sen. Brandon Creighton, R-Conroe, are in the running to be the next chancellor of the Texas Tech University System, according to fourpeople with knowledge of the conversations. The Texas Tech...
THC, hemp ban sits in Texas House as parents, recovery advocates demand action
KPRC - Texas
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August 28, 2025
HOUSTON – With just days left in the special legislative session, a bill to ban hemp-derived THC products in Texas hasn’t moved in the Texas House leaving parents, addiction recovery advocates, and some school leaders increasingly frustrated....
Yucatán Strengthens Its Tourism Promotion Strategy in Texas, USA
The Yucatan Times
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August 28, 2025
13 The State Government, through Sefotur (Ministry of Tourism Development), is leading a Roadshow in Houston and Dallas to promote the state as an attractive destination and attract a greater number of visitors. As part of the State Government’s...