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The 713: Commute Mode — October 8, 2026
In today’s briefing, Texas officials target a proposed Muslim-centered development, Willie Nelson endorses James Talarico for U.S. Senate and Houston sets new goals for trash pickup.
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Muslims became Texas Republicans’ political piñata. Greg Abbott helped take the first swing.
Exclusive: Country music legend Willie Nelson endorses James Talarico for US Senate
Houston details first steps in fixing solid waste, illegal dumping after passing new $5 trash fee
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