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May 10 2026CRIME

Cold‑Case Break: Texas Suspect Arrested After 40 Years

A breakthrough in a long‑cold Texas murder has led to the arrest of Bobby Charles Taylor Sr. , who is now 60 years old. Investigators used new DNA techniques to match evidence from the scene of a 1986 crime in Montgomery County. The victim, 16‑year‑old Deanna Ogg, was found dead on a logging r

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May 10 2026TECHNOLOGY

How Tech Helps Track Hidden Online Crimes

Investigators trying to stop the spread of illegal material face a tough challenge online. The dark web hides activity behind layers of encryption, making it hard to find and track harmful content. A recent project tested ways to pull useful search terms from dark web pages linked to child exploitat

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May 10 2026CRIME

Texas Shuts Down Fake Dallas School Claiming Islamic STEM Degrees

Texas has just pulled the plug on a Dallas-area school operating under a misleading name. The place called itself the Texas American Muslim University at Dallas, promising degrees in tech fields like artificial intelligence and cybersecurity. But here’s the catch: it never had state approval to hand

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May 04 2026POLITICS

Frisco’s mayoral race goes to a runoff in June

Frisco voters just picked their top two mayoral candidates in a tight race. None of the four hopefuls crossed the 50% mark, so the showdown now heads to June 13. The winner will replace the outgoing mayor, who’s served nine years and can’t run again. Frisco has exploded in size since the last open-s

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May 03 2026TECHNOLOGY

Flexible Memory Chips: A New Twist in Data Storage

Scientists have created a breakthrough in memory technology using tiny, bendable tubes instead of rigid layers. These tubes, made from a special material that can switch polarity, form patterns that store information. Unlike traditional memory chips that rely on stiff layers, these tubes can move fr

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May 02 2026POLITICS

Texas Worries About Prediction Markets And How They Mix Up Gambling And Betting

Texas is looking closely at online prediction markets that let people bet on everything from sports outcomes to election results. State leaders worry these platforms might be sneaking past gambling laws while risking public harm. Critics say the real danger isn’t just losing money – it’s the way the

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May 01 2026SCIENCE

Big Blasts and Smart Science: Texas A&M Goes All In on Explosions

Texas A&M just opened a lab that’s basically a giant explosion playground—but with a serious goal. Called the Detonation Research Test Facility, it’s the biggest science lab of its kind built by a university to study blasts up close. Scientists aren’t just playing with fire here. They’re studying ho

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Apr 27 2026CELEBRITIES

Celebrities Finding a Different Kind of Spotlight in Texas

Texas keeps pulling in celebrities tired of the Hollywood grind. Some grew up here and return for simpler living. Others fled the coasts during the pandemic, trading traffic jams for wide-open skies. The reasons vary, but the pattern is clear: after years of fast-paced lifestyles chasing fame or for

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Apr 27 2026CRIME

Medical Reports vs Legal Proof in Violent Crime Cases

When someone survives a violent attack, doctors often create medical reports to describe their injuries. But these reports aren’t always designed for legal battles. The law needs proof that is specific to court cases, unlike the medical records that focus on treatment. This mismatch can create probl

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Apr 26 2026POLITICS

Texas Tech Money: Who Gains from Crypto Politics?

Texas is cracking open its election funds with a fresh supply of cryptocurrency cash. This year’s primary season has already seen crypto-affiliated groups drop over $2. 5 million into local races, nearly doubling their donations compared to this time last year. Nationwide, crypto spending has climbe

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