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Measles is spreading across West Texas. The county at the center has one of state’s highest vaccine exemption rates

Many of those infected in Gaines County were young and unvaccinated children

The Independent UK

Casino and sports betting companies press for a win in Texas despite Senate opposition

With plenty of patience and money, the industry is extending its multi-year campaign to bring legal casinos and sports betting to the state.

The Texas Tribune

Texas Senate unanimously approves tax cuts for homeowners

The marquee proposal would increase the amount of a home’s value exemption from school taxes to $140,000 from $100,000. The legislation must win approval from the House next.

The Texas Tribune

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Trans Texans Are Under Attack (Again), but Advocates Aren’t Giving In

With another legislative session that could pile on even more anti-trans policies, LBGTQ+ groups grapple with how to protect their communities.

Texas Observer

Tesla design chief drops bombshell leak: The Cybercab will spearhead robotaxi pilot in Texas

The revolutionary two-seater will be used in the Austin robotaxi program starting in June, suggesting Tesla could be much closer to series production than previously believed.

Fortune

Invasive Australian crayfish in Texas waters causing concern for wildlife

‘Given the size it’s definitely a threat... It’s a top predator,’ a researcher said

The Independent UK

Idris Elba, Tems and Deepak Chopra to headline SXSW festival in London

Festival is bringing Texas to Shoreditch with a star-studded lineup of panellists and performers

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As Texas gets redder, John Cornyn could face toughest primary season of his career

Attorney General Ken Paxton, who has hinted at a possible run, has more support than the four-term senator among Republicans, polling shows.

The Texas Tribune

With vouchers fast-tracked, other Texas public education issues to watch this session

From teacher pay and preparation to special education and DEI, here are issues Texas lawmakers are prioritizing this legislative session.

The Texas Tribune

Texas universities could face funding cuts for health care research under new Trump administration policy

A federal judge blocked a new National Institutes of Health policy from going into effect in 22 states that sued the agency, but Texas wasn’t part of the suit.

The Texas Tribune

Fifteen cases of measles reported in small West Texas county with high rate of vaccine exemptions

A small county in West Texas has 15 measles cases, mostly in school-aged children

The Independent UK

Son-In-Law of Former Cartel Del Golfo Leader Pleads Guilty To Extortion And Money Laundering Charges In The U.S.

Carlos "El Cuate" Martinez led a conspiracy to fix prices for transmigrante services in South Texas, collecting at least $27 million between 2014 and 2022

Latin Times

Texas Man Begs Porch Pirate to Return Package With One-of-a-Kind Token to Late Grandfather Inside: 'You Never Know What You're Taking From Someone'

Texas porch pirates might have thought they were simply getting an ordinary package, but they were actually stealing something much more personal to Alex Moffitt.

Latin Times

Legislature considers paying much more for school safety

Texas law requires an armed officer at each school. Districts are asking lawmakers to pay the full yearly cost, which they say is $100 per student.

The Texas Tribune

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Texas Ends South Carolina's 57-Game SEC Winning Streak

Exciting women's college basketball game as No. 4 Texas defeats No. 2 South Carolina 66-62. Key players shine in a thrilling showdown with Texas extending ...

The Texas Tribune

Gov. Greg Abbott wants to set a high bar for local tax increases

Local officials, school advocates and tax policy experts said such a proposal could have dire impacts on basic services.

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Spring forward? Maybe not in Texas as lawmakers mull ending daylight saving time.

Lawmakers here and in Washington have long debated ending the practice of changing the clocks twice a year.

Sports Illustrated

Eagles Fan Dawn Staley Posts Hilarious Video of Herself Dancing As Championship Nears

The South Carolina coach appears satisfied.

Sports Illustrated

Texas Hands South Carolina First Regular Season SEC Loss Since 2021

Texas snapped South Carolina's 57-game regular season SEC winning streak.

USA Today Sports Media Group

Unpacking Future Packers: No. 75, Ohio State DE Jack Sawyer

Up next in the Unpacking Future Packers draft preview series is Ohio State edge rusher Jack Sawyer.

The Independent UK

A father of five was detained by ICE on his way to work. Now his family is losing their home

Donald Trump’s deportations have created a climate of fear among immigrant communities across the country, Richard Hall writes.

The Texas Tribune

Texas reports new measles outbreak in West Texas

The outbreak in Gaines County, with a population of about 22,000, has grown since two cases were reported in January. All those who contracted measles were unvaccinated, health officials said.

USA Today Sports Media Group

Unpacking Future Packers: No. 76, Texas DT Vernon Broughton

Up next in the Unpacking Future Packers draft preview series is Texas defensive lineman Vernon Broughton.

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