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SpaceX's Starship Flight 7 test flight gets FAA launch license. But when will it fly?

The FAA issued a launch license for SpaceX's upcoming Starship Flight 7, clearing the way for the company's next launch of the world's largest rocket from South Texas.

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SpaceX wants Starbase to become an official city in Texas

SpaceX is hoping to officially make its Starbase launch site a new city in South Texas.

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Texas school districts asked to return $16 million in federal funding for special education services

The request comes after an audit found Texas improperly billed the federal government for reimbursements related to Medicaid-eligible students.

The Texas Tribune

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Texas lawmakers issue new subpoena for death row inmate Robert Roberson's testimony

A bipartisan group of Texas lawmakers have issued a new subpoena that would require the state’s prison system to allow death row inmate Robert Roberson to testify in person on Friday about the state’s junk science law

The Independent UK

Texas Lawmakers Subpoena Death Row Inmate Robert Roberson To Testify At The State Capitol As Execution Lingers

Roberson's initial testimony was halted by Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton, who cited safety concerns about having him exit his Houston-area prison.

Latin Times

'Better than going to Disney World': Fans revel in CFP debuts at campus sites

The College Football Playoff gets started this week with four games on college campuses

The Independent UK

A school voucher program in Texas is more likely than ever. Can lawmakers craft a bill they agree on?

Some voucher opponents are ready to compromise; others are hoping supporters will fumble over the program's size, eligibility and accountability.

The Texas Tribune

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El Paso Extends Migrant Emergency Aid Due To Fears that Federal Funding Will Dry Up During Trump Admin

The news come just weeks after El Paso County announced the impending closure of its Migrant Support Services Center at the end of the year

Latin Times

Texas House panel subpoenas death row inmate Robert Roberson a second time

The new subpoena comes after lawmakers say Ken Paxton’s office stalled a previous effort to get Roberson’s legislative testimony about his conviction in “shaken baby” case.

The Texas Tribune

US border facilities for migrant children are improving but still need work, court monitor says

The U.S. is still separating some migrant children from parents while holding them after they cross the border despite broad improvements at detention centers in Texas

The Independent UK

The 15 most expensive college football bowls to attend – and one shockingly cheap playoff game

The 15 most expensive bowl games to attend this season - and one playoff game that has unbelievably cheap tickets.

USA Today Sports Media Group

Another major US hospital hacked, data on 1.4 million patients leaked

Interlock hacks a Texas hospital and stole sensitive data.

TechRadar

Senators warn that Pete Hegseth’s hearings will echo Brett Kavanaugh’s with fervor from both sides

Texas Republican Senator tells secretary of defense nominee confirmation hearings will be ‘miserable experience’

The Independent UK

Texas Cop Accused of Raping Intoxicated Woman After Offering To Escort Her Home from Bar

A Texas cop is accused of raping an intoxicated woman after identifying himself as a police officer and offering to escort her home from a bar.

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The legal battle over abortion-by-mail in the US has begun – and the stakes are high

This fight will test whether pro-choice states can protect providers who mail abortion pills to anti-choice states

The Texas Tribune

Texas regulators report more than 250 new cases of groundwater contamination

An annual report documents 2,870 active cases of groundwater contamination around the state. Groundwater provides more than half of the state’s water supply.

The Texas Tribune

After learning hard lessons in Austin, Greg Casar to take Congressional Progressive Caucus in new direction

The freshman congressman will lead the influential progressive caucus next year with plans to focus on working class and economic issues instead of culture wars.

Top News

Rep. Crockett Criticizes Hispanic, Black, And White Voters

Rep. Jasmine Crockett, D-Texas, discusses voter groups, Democratic Party messaging, and unity, urging self-reflection and avoiding unrealistic standards.

Latin Times

Prosecutors Seek Death Penalty for Two Migrants in Politically Charged Murder Case of 12-Year Old Texas Girl

The case has drawn significant attention due to the defendants' immigration status as both men had entered the U.S. illegally earlier in the year

Sports Illustrated

Backup Quarterbacks Could Be in the Spotlight for College Football Playoff

Penn State’s Beau Pribula entered the transfer portal and won’t participate in the playoff, while Georgia’s Gunner Stockton is likely to take the reins.

Latin Times

Texas Man with Whole-Face Skull Tattoo Sentenced to Century in Prison for Deadly Thanksgiving Shooting Rampage

32-year-old Christopher McDonnell pleaded guilty to over 20 felonies in October, including murder, attempted murder, and murder conspiracy

The Independent UK

AP All-America team: Travis Hunter, Xavier Watts back on first team; Ashton Jeanty is unanimous pick

Heisman Trophy winner Travis Hunter of Colorado and Notre Dame’s Xavier Watts are repeat first-team selections on The Associated Press All-America team

The Guardian - US

US priest accused of sexual assault turns down 20-year plea deal

Decision leaves Anthony Odiong on course for trial on charges that could carry a maximum of life imprisonment

Texas Observer

Trans Children Are God’s Gifts

Without the support of our Christian church in the Houston suburbs, my daughter might not be with us today.

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