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Texas man charged with threatening NYC mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani

A Texas man has been charged with threatening New York City Democratic mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani

The Independent UK · Sep 18, 2025

Audrey O’Neill named commissioner of Texas’ foster care agency

O’Neill is the fifth commissioner of the beleaguered Texas Department of Family and Protective Services since 2012.

The Texas Tribune · Sep 18, 2025

Texas has a new abortion pill law. But at least one provider plans to keep shipping them there

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott has signed a law intended to curtail abortion pills, but at least one provider plans to keep shipping them into the state

The Independent UK · Sep 18, 2025

Venezuela Receives Another Deportation Flight From Texas Amid Growing Strains With U.S.

Authorities described the returnees as having faced "a difficult experience" and emphasized that they are now prepared to reunite with relatives and "begin a new stage filled with love and hope"

Latin Times · Sep 18, 2025

For birds, flocks promise safety – especially if you’re faster than your neighbor

As I walked along Bolivar Flats, just across from Galveston Island in Texas, I watched flocks of sanderlings forage along the frothy wavefront as it surged and retreated. Nearby, Caspian terns, American avocets, and black skimmers rested on the beach, each in its own group.

The Conversation · Sep 18, 2025

Texas cities, counties pinch pennies amid slowing economy

Economic uncertainty, inflation, strict state limits on property tax collections and uncertainty around future federal funds have crimped local budgets.

The Texas Tribune · Sep 18, 2025

NRCC adds 3 newly redrawn Texas seats to its 2026 target list - Roll Call

The NRCC is adding three Texas districts to its list of 2026 targets, following changes to the state’s congressional map.

Roll Call · Sep 18, 2025

A bride went viral on TikTok after she was kicked out of an Airbnb on her wedding day. The owner has now hit back

A Texas Airbnb host is defending their decision, advised by the company, to evict a couple and their bridal party on their wedding day, citing a failure to clarify the occupancy limits

The Independent UK · Sep 18, 2025

How MLB’s Wild-Card Chasers Can Overcome the Odds and Make the Playoffs

There are five teams within striking distance of a wild-card spot. Here’s what they must improve upon to make their postseason dreams a reality.

Sports Illustrated · Sep 18, 2025

Students and professors defend Texas A&M President Mark Welsh amid calls for his ousting

Some lawmakers have called for Welsh to be fired over his handling of a student’s complaints about gender identity content being taught in a children’s literature class.

The Texas Tribune · Sep 18, 2025