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President Donald Trump's "Big, Beautiful Bill" shifts more Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program costs to states. Lawmakers and officials in support of the new measure say it will cut down on waste and fraud, but food advocates warn it could mean fewer people receiving the benefit.
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Details are emerging about a incident outside ICE's Prairieland Detention Center in Alvarado. Officials call it an egregious and coordinated attack on law enforcement.
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In the wake of the deadly flash floods in Texas, state leaders are exploring whether to install more flood warning sirens. Such sirens can save lives if they're part of a larger warning system.
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The floods killed more than 120 people, including at least 36 children. Pediatric psychologist Stevie Puckett-Perez said adults need to support their kids through processing their grief.
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In her divorce petition, Paxton accused her husband of adultery. Ken Paxton is challenging John Cornyn in the Republican primary for U.S. Senate.
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After agreeing to some concessions, Musk got the OK from the West Lake Hills City Council to keep the fencing around his local home — with some changes.
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Many of the flood victims were children. They left behind their stuffed animals.
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Texas Christian University is offering free trauma support for victims of the Central Texas flooding, which has killed at least 30 children. The support is offered through a fully online, self-guided course.
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Firefighters from Mexico, who are highly trained in search and rescue and have participated in missions all over the world, are assisting with recovery efforts in Texas.
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Hearst has three other major Texas papers under its banner.
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Karmelo Anthony is accused of stabbing Austin Metcalf. His trial is set for next year.
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County commissioners voted unanimously to appoint four Republicans and one Democrat to the volunteer commission.
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Two of 11 people arrested in connection with the shooting of an Alvarado police officer at Prairieland Detention Center July 4 were previously arrested at protests.
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On Wednesday, Texas Governor Greg Abbott released his official proclamation announcing a special legislative session. Texas lawmakers will be back in Austin starting on July 21. The session, which originally looked like it would focus on regulating THC, now includes several emergency preparedness topics.