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Jun 11 2026POLITICS

Riding smart: Why e-bikes and scooters need traffic flow

Florida’s roads often feel like a free-for-all, especially when it comes to newer modes of transport. E-bikes and scooters are popping up everywhere, but many riders seem to forget a basic rule: direction matters. Whether on sidewalks or streets, moving against traffic is a recipe for danger. Driver

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Jun 11 2026POLITICS

How Florida’s Congressional Map Stayed Redrawn – And What It Means for Elections

Florida voters will face a new set of congressional districts this November after the state Supreme Court chose not to block Republican-drawn changes. The court decided it couldn’t interfere while a legal challenge is still moving through a lower court. That means candidates still have time to file

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Jun 04 2026SPORTS

Red Raiders Gear Up for a Big Comeback in the WCWS Final

Texas Tech’s softball squad is back in the Women’s College World Series, facing off against their Texas rivals for a second straight year. The first game ended with the Longhorns winning 7‑3, but fans in Lubbock are still buzzing. Many supporters who couldn’t travel to Oklahoma City found a way to c

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Jun 04 2026EDUCATION

School Takeovers in Texas: Changing Rules and Mixed Results

Texas has quietly become the leader in state-run school takeovers. Since 2020, eight districts have lost local control. Four more were added this spring, with Austin now on the list. The state picks new bosses for these districts, often hiring people who previously worked with Mike Miles. Miles runs

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Jun 02 2026ENVIRONMENT

Stormy Skies Ahead: What Alabama Can Expect Today

Alabama isn’t out of the woods just yet when it comes to rough weather. A series of storm waves could sweep through the state today, packing a punch with strong winds, hail, and heavy rain. The worst-hit areas might see downed trees and power lines, especially in the northwest like Huntsville and Mu

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Jun 02 2026TECHNOLOGY

Florida Takes Legal Action Against AI Chatbot Company

Florida has become the first state to take OpenAI to court, arguing that its popular AI tool, ChatGPT, poses serious risks to young users. The state filed an 83-page lawsuit, claiming the chatbot provides easy access to harmful content like self-harm guides and violent instructions, which could enda

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Jun 01 2026SPORTS

Alabama baseball eyes Super Regional spot after easy regional wins

Alabama baseball has quietly built a strong season by focusing only on the next game. The team didn’t start talking about hosting a Super Regional or playing in the College World Series until they actually earned the chance. Coach Rob Vaughn prefers keeping the players’ attention on their daily work

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Jun 01 2026POLITICS

Texas Senate Race: Will Populism or Pocketbook Issues Decide the Winner?

Texas voters face a clear split this election: one candidate banking on cultural battles, the other on economic struggles. Republican Ken Paxton leans hard into hot-button issues like immigration and transgender rights, mirroring the GOP’s playbook since Trump’s rise. Democrat James Talarico counter

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Jun 01 2026POLITICS

Why Texas politics keeps missing the mark

Texas voters often pick leaders who focus more on personal gain than public service. Many officials seem to forget that their real bosses aren’t lobbyists or donors—they’re the people who voted them in. When top candidates get called out for corruption or dishonesty, supporters sometimes shrug and s

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May 31 2026POLITICS

Texas Takes Step Forward with Border Arrest Policy

Texas has gained permission to put parts of a strict new border control law into action after a federal appeals court decided not to block it. The law, passed in 2023, would let state police arrest migrants who cross the U. S. -Mexico border illegally, even if they later gain legal status. Courts ha

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