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Mar 24 2025SPORTS

Texas Basketball: The Search for a New Leader

Rodney Terry's time as the Texas Longhorns' head coach came to a sudden end. After just two full seasons, he was let go. The news broke after the Longhorns' disappointing loss to Xavier in the First Four of the NCAA Tournament. This loss was the final straw for a season filled with missed chances an

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Mar 23 2025HEALTH

Measles Misinformation Fuels US Outbreak

Measles is making a comeback in the US, with more states reporting cases as the Texas outbreak grows. This surge is happening despite the availability of a vaccine, showing that misinformation is a big problem. The Texas outbreak is expected to take a year to control, and it might spread to mor

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Mar 22 2025HEALTH

Measles on the Move: Texas and New Mexico Face Ongoing Outbreak

Measles is causing trouble in West Texas and New Mexico. It has been two months since the outbreak started, and it is still spreading. Health officials think it will keep going for many more months. They also believe the actual number of cases is higher than reported. But there is some good news. Mo

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Mar 22 2025HEALTH

A Family's Tragic Loss and Unwavering Beliefs

In the heart of Texas, a family is grappling with an unimaginable loss. Their 6-year-old daughter recently passed away from measles. This was the first child death from the virus in the United States in a decade. The parents, members of the Mennonite community in Gaines County, remain steadfast i

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Mar 22 2025HEALTH

Measles on the Move: How Vaccine Hesitancy is Fueling a Surge

Measles is back with a vengeance, spreading rapidly across Texas and into neighboring states. The outbreak, which began in West Texas, has now infected hundreds of people, with no signs of slowing down. The virus is taking advantage of communities where vaccination rates are low, finding and infecti

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Mar 19 2025HEALTH

Texas Midwife Faces Serious Charges in Abortion Case

In Texas, a midwife and her staff are facing serious legal trouble. Maria Margarita Rojas, who runs several low-cost health clinics, and her employee Jose Ley are accused of performing illegal abortions. This is the first arrest of its kind since the Roe v. Wade decision was overturned. A third pers

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Mar 19 2025BUSINESS

Texas: The New Hotspot for Financial Giants

The Nasdaq exchange has set up a new regional headquarters in Dallas. This move highlights the growing appeal of Texas as a business-friendly state. The Nasdaq is the second-largest stock exchange globally, based on the total value of its listed companies. The Nasdaq's new Dallas hub aims to suppor

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Mar 18 2025HEALTH

Measles Surge: Texas Leads the Nation in 2025

The measles virus is making a significant comeback in Texas. The state has reported 279 cases so far this year. This is almost as many cases as the entire country had in 2024. The outbreak is mostly affecting children and teenagers. Most of the infected individuals are either unvaccinated or the

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Mar 15 2025SPORTS

The University of Texas' Gambling Scandal

In 2024, the University of Texas found itself in hot water. Five individuals from the athletic department were caught breaking NCAA rules. They were caught gambling on sports. This is a big no-no in college sports. The violations happened between July and November 2024. The people involved inclu

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Mar 14 2025WEATHER

Storms, Fire, and Snow: A Weekend of Extreme Weather

The Midwest and South are gearing up for a wild ride this weekend. Severe storms are expected to sweep through the region, bringing winds that could gust up to 90 mph and hail the size of baseballs. The National Weather Service has issued a "moderate risk" warning for areas including St. Louis, Spri

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