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Texas News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Texas News Today brings you fast, focused daily updates from across the Lone Star State. Hosted by Corey with the Story, this show covers the biggest headlines in Texas—from politics in Austin and business in Dallas to culture in Houston and breaking news across every corner of the state. Each episode delivers clear, concise reporting on the stories shaping Texas, including local government, crime, economy, weather, sports, and community developments—so you can stay informed in just minutes a…
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- Texas News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
WWII Memorial Hit by Foam and Paint | Texas News
The World War II Memorial in D.C. turned into a foam-filled chaos yesterday afternoon when its fountains erupted in bubbles and red paint was spotted on the…
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Rockets 2026-27 Season Preview | Texas News
The Rockets are back with a bang—kicking off the 2026-27 season at home against Dallas, then hitting Macao for their first China trip in a decade. Expect 21…
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Missing Teen With Urgent Warrant | Texas News
A 14-year-old boy with mental health needs and an active probation warrant is missing — Plano Police are urgently asking the public for help to find Nicholas…
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Principal on Leave After Abuse Allegations | Texas News
Brinker Elementary’s principal is on administrative leave after a civil lawsuit accuses her of ignoring child abuse allegations by a former teacher—now jailed…
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Tarrant County Lowers Property Taxes Again | Texas News
Tarrant County is rolling out lower property taxes for 2024 — a proposed rate of 18.6 cents per $100 of home value, shaving about 17 cents off the average…
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Fort Worth ISD Seeks Community Input | Texas News
Fort Worth ISD is launching a major community survey to hear directly from parents and residents about what they truly value in education — from essential…
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Helicopter Crash Sparks Central Texas Wildfire | Texas News
A helicopter crash near Salado sparked a wildfire that burned 155 acres, threatened five homes—though all were saved—and destroyed one outbuilding. Over 200…
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Your Brain Thrives on Struggle | Texas News
New research reveals that active learning—struggling to figure things out yourself—triggers powerful brain pathways that passive learning can’t match, making…
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Paco's Tacos Closing After 16 Years | Texas News
After 16 years of serving up authentic, family-recipe Mexican food in East Austin’s Mueller neighborhood, Paco’s Tacos is closing its doors for good—its final…
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Small Plane Crash Near Luling | Texas News
A small plane crash northwest of Luling left the pilot with minor injuries, thanks to a swift emergency response. Deputies and DPS secured the scene near…
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Illinois Billion-Dollar Lottery Mystery | Texas News
A lucky Illinois resident just won a jaw-dropping $1 billion Powerball jackpot — the eighth-largest in history — but the real mystery? Who they are. With…
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Houston Contract Ruling and Election Wisdom | Texas News
A federal judge’s bold ruling is throwing Houston’s minority business contracting program into chaos — sparking debate over fairness, precedent, and the future…
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Lubbock Eyes Big Industrial Deal | Texas News
Lubbock’s economic future just got a major boost as LEDA secures zoning and annexation approvals for over 400 acres of prime industrial land — perfect for…
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Lubbock Sirens Test This Friday | Texas News
Lubbock’s outdoor warning system goes off for a monthly test this Friday at 9:30 AM — no storm, no danger, just a 3-minute siren drill to keep things running…
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Luigi Mangione Set to Plead Guilty | Texas News
Luigi Mangione is poised to plead guilty this Friday in the federal murder case tied to the December 2024 shooting of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, a…
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Ryanair Engine Failure Shocks Passengers | Texas News
A Ryanair flight from Greece suffered a terrifying mid-air emergency when a fan blade snapped off the engine, shattering a window and sucking a 61-year-old…
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Dr. Young Named Grover Murray Professor | Texas News
Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center honors Dr. Rodney Young with the prestigious Grover E. Murray Professorship — a title reserved for nationally…
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Bexar County Teacher Certification Crisis | Texas News
Over 3,800 uncertified teachers still teach in Bexar County schools amid a statewide teacher shortage that’s left districts scrambling—especially for math and…
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Platner Returns to Maine Stage | Texas News
Graham Platner, the former Democratic Senate nominee in Maine who dropped out amid sexual assault allegations, is set to make his first public appearance since…
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El Paso Deploys Flock Cameras for Safety | Texas News
El Paso just rolled out hundreds of Flock cameras—solar-powered, weatherproof license plate readers—to catch criminals and recover stolen goods, but residents…
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From El Paso to Yokosuka | Texas News
Noelia Granados, a Navy logistics specialist from El Paso, found more than she expected when she joined the service at 18—confidence, purpose, and a tight-knit…
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Big Tex Choice Awards 2024 | Texas News
The State Fair of Texas is heating up with its Big Tex Choice Awards, celebrating 77 wild food entries from 46 vendors competing for top honors in savory…
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Houston’s Contract Program Under Fire | Texas News
A federal judge has struck down Houston’s decades-old minority business contracting program, calling it unconstitutional — a ruling that could upend similar…
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Taleco Gear Baby Jumpers Recalled | Texas News
Baby jumpers and swings from Taleco Gear are being recalled over 41,000 units due to serious safety risks — including instability, falls, and strangulation…
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Former Officer Released After Mass Shooting Plot | Texas News
A former cop accused of plotting a mass shooting targeting Black people in New Orleans has been released with no charges after a grand jury declined to indict…
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Tiny Jellyfish Stings at the Beach | Texas News
Tiny, invisible jellyfish larvae are causing major beachside drama—stinging swimmers through their swimsuits and triggering rashes, headaches, and nausea…
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Senator’s Wife’s Org Gets $7M Funding | Texas News
A watchdog group has launched a new ethics complaint against Senator Sheldon Whitehouse, alleging he violated Senate rules by backing legislation that funneled…
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Austin ISD Faces State Takeover Threat | Texas News
Austin ISD’s two middle schools, Webb and Burnet, have just received their fifth straight failing grade — triggering a potential state takeover. The district…
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Hays County Reports First Human West Nile Case | Texas News
Hays County confirms its first human case of West Nile virus this year, following eight positive mosquito samples — six in San Marcos alone. Health officials…
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Ryanair Engine Failure Shocks Passengers | Texas News
A Ryanair flight from Greece suffered a terrifying mid-air emergency when a fan blade shattered off the engine, punching through the fuselage and shattering a…
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Texas Horned Lizards Get New Hope | Texas News
San Antonio Zoo rescues 30 Texas horned lizards—26 hatchlings—from private land slated for farming, kicking off a major community-driven reintroduction effort…
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Owen Wilson’s Festival Fiasco | Texas News
Owen Wilson stars in the wild new comedy “Rolling Loud The Movie,” playing a dad desperately trying to be cool by dragging his 13-year-old to the chaotic…
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Deputy Smashes Van Window to Save Dog | Texas News
A deputy in Jefferson County, Colorado, smashed a van window to rescue a dog trapped inside for nearly four hours in 83-degree heat — a harrowing moment…
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Cooluli Fridge Recall Alert | Texas News
Big recall alert: 250,000 Cooluli mini fridges are being pulled due to a dangerous electrical switch that can short circuit, sparking fires and burns. Affected…
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Christy Knowings Remembered | Texas News
Christy Knowings Remembered | Texas News
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Texas Police Deploy Cell Phone Tracking Tech | Texas News
Texas is deploying four high-tech Chevrolet Tahoes equipped with FalcoNet, a $4.5 million surveillance system that tricks cell phones into connecting to a fake…
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San Antonio Gives Away Free Gun Lockboxes | Texas News
San Antonio’s District 7 is handing out free gun lockboxes this Saturday to keep firearms safe at home—especially as kids return to school. Drop by the Doris…
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Fox Steals Golf Ball on Course | Texas News
A fox stole a golf ball on a Minnesota course, then came back for another — turning a routine game into viral chaos. Golfers were stunned, confused by the…
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AISD on Edge as Two Schools Fail Again | Texas News
Austin ISD teeters on the brink of state takeover after two middle schools hit their fifth straight failing grades, putting the entire district at risk of…
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Delta Adds Nonstop Austin to Paris | Texas News
Delta’s new nonstop Austin-to-Paris route kicks off March 27, marking a major leap for the city’s global connectivity after a pandemic delay — and it’s just…
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Former Superintendent Now Leading REV Partnership | Texas News
Karen Molinar, former Fort Worth ISD superintendent, is now leading REV Partnership—a free, nonprofit hub helping Tarrant County schools tackle challenges like…
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Sabo Road Shooting Leaves Victim Critical | Texas News
A terrifying armed robbery on Sabo Road left a 43-year-old man critically injured after being shot in the stomach by a suspect wielding a pistol. The assailant…
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Tarrant County Fire Ban Explained | Texas News
Tarrant County’s 90-day outdoor fire ban is here to combat dangerous drought and wildfire risk—no grills or welding? Not quite. Cooking fires, welding, and…
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Job Market Holds Steady Amid Hiring Caution | Texas News
Unemployment claims dipped slightly to 209K last week—higher than expected but still solid, with the four-week average holding steady at 199K. The number of…
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Native Business Market This Weekend | Texas News
This Saturday, August 15th, from 5 to 9 PM, the Tigua Business Center parking lot transforms into a vibrant Native Business Market — a family-friendly…
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Milton Smith Arrested for Parole Violation and Fentanyl | Texas News
Milton Smith, 37, got busted on parole violation and for allegedly carrying fentanyl after cops found him at his job—then shocked everyone by setting his bond…
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El Paso Celebrates Mexican Independence | Texas News
Get ready to celebrate Mexican Independence in style—El Paso is hosting its fourth annual El Grito festival on September 12th at the Convention Center, kicking…
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Shooting in Fort Worth Still Under Investigation | Texas News
A man was shot late Wednesday night in Fort Worth’s South Side but survived, transported to the hospital in his own car. The shooter remains at large, and…
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Lubbock Weekend: Shows, Music, and Collectibles | Texas News
Lubbock’s got your weekend covered—dance to “Footloose” under the stars, dive into Shakespeare’s dark drama with “Macbeth,” geek out over vintage sports cards…
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UT Austin Redefines Core Curriculum | Texas News
UT Austin is set to overhaul its core curriculum starting fall 2028, ditching its chaotic past for a focused, streamlined system that cuts required credits…
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USS Lincoln Crew Under Fire | Texas News
Senator Blumenthal sounds the alarm over the USS Lincoln’s record-breaking 250-day deployment, citing alarming reports of shortages, plumbing failures, and…
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CIS Cuts Leave Austin Students Vulnerable | Texas News
Communities in Schools, a vital school-based support program in Austin, is scaling back dramatically this year—cutting services from 13 campuses despite…
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San Antonio Votes on $489M Arena | Texas News
San Antonio’s $489 million sports arena plan is sparking heated debate as Mayor Jones pushes for a public vote in November, with key council members split—some…
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Kroger Cuts Stores, Buys Giant Eagle | Texas News
Kroger’s aggressively scaling back with 39 of 60 planned store closures already done, shuttering locations across nine brands from Georgia to Washington —…
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30 Years for Child Porn Distributor | Texas News
A 47-year-old man from North Texas, Jeffrey Don Gesford, just got a 30-year federal prison sentence for distributing child pornography — while he was already…
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Fort Worth Resident Hits $1M Jackpot | Texas News
A Fort Worth resident just became a millionaire after hitting the jackpot on a scratch-off ticket called Instant Millions, claiming one of four top prizes…
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Ella Langley’s Texas Comeback | Texas News
Country star Ella Langley’s sold-out Fort Worth debut at Dickies Arena is a must-see—especially if you’re willing to pay around $500 for resale tickets. Fans…
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Texas Lets Private Schools Use Taxpayer Funds | Texas News
Texas is shaking up education funding this school year with a bold new program letting private school students tap into taxpayer money through educational…
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The Brain's Learning Highway Discovered | Texas News
Scientists have uncovered a brain’s “learning highway” — a dynamic neural network that coordinates how we absorb and refine new information. Using cutting-edge…
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Texas Surrogacy Battle Over Sick Baby | Texas News
A Texas surrogacy drama unfolds as a baby boy born with a life-threatening heart condition becomes the center of a high-stakes legal battle between biological…