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THC ban stalls out down the homestretch of Texas special legislative session

High priority bills that propose banning THC have not moved through the Texas House, as the current overtime session could conclude in the coming days.

The Texas Tribune

New Texas Map Starts Game of Political Musical Chairs

GOP’s Trumped-up redrawing took a wrecking ball to congressional districts. Now comes the mad dash for seats.

Texas Observer

Gov. Greg Abbott signs new Texas congressional map designed to give GOP five more seats

The governor was expected to sign off on the new district lines, which passed the Legislature last week and aim to flip five Democratic seats in the 2026 midterms.

The Texas Tribune

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ACLU, other groups sue to block Texas' DEI ban on K-12 public schools

The suit alleges the new state law unconstitutionally silences the viewpoints of students and teachers. The law’s supporters say DEI programs use public funds to promote political agendas.

The Texas Tribune

Texas governor signs new redistricting bill, setting up loss of Democratic seats in US House

Greg Abbott battled Democrats to bring bill to vote, and redrawn district maps will heavily favor Republicans

The Guardian - US

Eight Best College Football Games to Watch in Week 1: Arch Manning Mania Has Arrived

Texas kicks off 2025 against defending champs Ohio State in one of three ranked matchups over the weekend—and SI’s experts give their takes.

Sports Illustrated

Burned Alive in a Tesla: Widow Sues Elon Musk After Husband 'Melted' in £80k Cybertruck Fireball

A Texas widow and family sue Tesla after a 2024 Cybertruck crash and fire killed 47-year-old Michael Sheehan; their lawsuit alleges defective design and impossible escape, as the model faces multiple US recalls.

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SI:AM | Six College Football People to Watch in Week 1

The players, coaches and one legendary media member who will be worth your attention as the college football season gets underway.

Sports Illustrated

Texas Minor Arrested After Getting Caught Trying To Smuggle Four Migrants

A 16-year-old teen was arrested after getting caught while trying to smuggle four migrants through the southern border

Latin Times

“Cat Stevens asked me to play on his recordings…it never got to the point where I felt like I could add as much as I wanted”: Eric Johnson reflects on his early session career with Carole King and Christopher Cross – and getting fired by Donald Fagen

While the Texas virtuoso loved session work, he preferred to take more time over his creations – and his experiences paved the way for him to become one of guitar’s all-time greats

Guitar World

A rigorous accreditation program inspired Texas’ camp reforms. Here’s what that process looks like.

More than 75 Texas camps have met dozens of safety standards to become accredited by the American Camp Association, which can be a lengthy and costly process.

The Texas Tribune

Spared from dissolution, Texas Lottery gets a second chance under new management

After months of controversy, the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation must tackle poor sales and legislative scrutiny as it takes over the games on Sept. 1.

The Texas Tribune

Texas Senate tightens, passes bill that shields some police complaints

Hours before debate, a Senate committee advanced a version of HB 15 that stripped changes the House added last week, including one that addressed the release of Uvalde shooting documents.

The Texas Tribune

“Bathroom bill” aimed at trans people approved by Texas House after decade of failed attempts

Senate Bill 8 will restrict restrooms in government buildings, public schools and universities based on sex assigned at birth and apply $25,000 fines for violations.

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Regents name sole finalist for Texas A&M International University president

Christopher Maynard is slated to be the next leader of the Laredo university. Regents on Thursday also approved construction projects and new limits on faculty senates.

International Business Times

From Smart Homes to Chambers of Commerce: How Roham Carrion Quiros Has Built Bridges for Veterans

Roham Carrion Quiros has always carried with him a vision bigger than himself. As a former U.S. Marine and San Antonio entrepreneur, he is now President of the Central Texas Veteran Chamber of Commerce.

The Independent UK

A company was awarded a $1.2B contract for a detention center to house migrants. The group behind it remain a mystery

The sprawling 5,000-bed detention facility in Texas is estimated to be completed in September 2027

The Texas Tribune

Jodey Arrington, Brandon Creighton being considered for Texas Tech System’s top job

Arrington represents Lubbock in Congress. Creighton is a longtime state lawmaker.

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The Conversation

The governor of California is in a high-stakes battle with Donald Trump. It’s not yet clear who will win

The last governor of California who became president of the United States was Republican Ronald Reagan. Democrat Gavin Newsom wants to be the next one. To get there, Newsom is in a knife fight with Donald Trump.

The Independent UK

Former MLB star Mark Teixeira announces bid for US House seat in Texas

Former Major League Baseball star Mark Teixeira is seeking the Republican nomination for a House seat in Texas

We Got This Covered

The GOP is sweating buckets over Gavin Newsom’s latest aggressive strategy

Newsom's revenge map could flip five GOP seats.

Sports Illustrated

Three-Time MLB All-Star and World Series Champion Opens Congressional Bid in Texas

Mark Teixeira is running for congress in Texas' 21st Congressional District in the U.S. House of Representatives.

The Texas Tribune

Former MLB player Mark Teixeira announces run for 21st Congressional District

The former Texas Rangers slugger, who is running as a Republican, launched his campaign after incumbent Rep. Chip Roy announced he was running for attorney general.

Sports Illustrated

Mel Kiper Jr. Makes Extremely Bold Claim About Texas-Ohio State Excitement

Nearly five decades covering the sport and he's never seen anything like this.

The Texas Tribune

Texas Rep. John Lujan files to run in redrawn 35th Congressional District

Lujan, a Republican, represents a state House district that covers southern and eastern portions of San Antonio, overlapping with the new congressional seat.

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