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Toronto startup
fromABC7 Chicago
1 day ago

Musk gets his Texas wish. SpaceX launch site is approved as the new city of Starbase

Starbase is officially recognized as a city, primarily from the SpaceX workforce.
The vote was overwhelmingly in favor, showcasing support from Musk's employees.
Concerns arise over Musk's increasing control and its implications for the local area.
#legislation
US politics
fromJust The News
3 days ago

Texas House passes bill requiring disclosure of AI content, altered images in political advertising

Texas House passed a bill mandating disclosure of AI-altered content in political ads, sparking criticism over potential penalties for non-compliance.
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 days ago
SF politics

GOP Lawmaker Admits He Has No Evidence Schools Gave Litter Boxes to Students Who Identify as Cats After Authoring Anti-Furry Bill

Texas State Rep. Stan Gerdes admitted to having no evidence for claims of schools providing litter boxes for students identifying as cats.
US politics
fromJust The News
3 days ago

Texas House passes bill requiring disclosure of AI content, altered images in political advertising

Texas House passed a bill mandating disclosure of AI-altered content in political ads, sparking criticism over potential penalties for non-compliance.
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 days ago
SF politics

GOP Lawmaker Admits He Has No Evidence Schools Gave Litter Boxes to Students Who Identify as Cats After Authoring Anti-Furry Bill

Texas State Rep. Stan Gerdes admitted to having no evidence for claims of schools providing litter boxes for students identifying as cats.
more#legislation
Dallas Cowboys
fromNew York Post
2 weeks ago

Texas politician Bobbie Mitchell stabbed, husband killed after allegedly being attacked by their grandson at home

Bobbie J. Mitchell's grandson has been charged with murder after the attack that left her husband dead.
The incident has shocked the community due to its familial ties and the prominence of the victims.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 weeks ago

Texas Is Poised to Create a $1 Billion Private School Voucher Program

Texas creates major taxpayer-funded school voucher program, a win for private school advocates amid criticisms from opponents.
The program has potential for significant financial growth impacting public school budgets.
fromFast Company
2 weeks ago
Alternative medicine

'Weaponized environmentalism'? A Texas Republican wants to test wastewater for abortion medication

Senator Bryan Hughes' bill SB1976 seeks stricter testing of wastewater for contaminants, including the abortion medication mifepristone, to protect public health.
#political-controversy
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago
NYC politics

Jasmine Crockett Refuses To Apologize After Calling Wheelchair-Bound Greg Abbott Governor Hot Wheels'

Rep. Jasmine Crockett defends calling Governor Abbott 'Governor Hot Wheels,' stating her comments were related to his policies, not his disability.
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago
Alternative transportation

Jasmine Crockett Has a History of Mocking Greg Abbott's Wheelchair

Rep. Jasmine Crockett faced backlash for mocking Governor Abbott's disability, sparking controversy and debates surrounding respect and political discourse.
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago
NYC politics

Jasmine Crockett Refuses To Apologize After Calling Wheelchair-Bound Greg Abbott Governor Hot Wheels'

Rep. Jasmine Crockett defends calling Governor Abbott 'Governor Hot Wheels,' stating her comments were related to his policies, not his disability.
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago
Alternative transportation

Jasmine Crockett Has a History of Mocking Greg Abbott's Wheelchair

Rep. Jasmine Crockett faced backlash for mocking Governor Abbott's disability, sparking controversy and debates surrounding respect and political discourse.
more#political-controversy
#ted-cruz
Miscellaneous
fromtime.com
6 months ago

In Texas, Colin Allred Targets Ted Cruz's Weak Spots: Cancun and Jan. 6

Colin Allred is gaining unprecedented support in Texas, posing a serious challenge to Ted Cruz's Senate seat.
fromBusiness Insider
6 months ago
Miscellaneous

Colin Allred is in a tight race with Ted Cruz. Here's how he's planning to become Texas' first Democratic senator in decades.

The Senate race between Allred and Cruz may reflect significant shifts in Texas' political identity.
fromwww.mediaite.com
6 months ago
Miscellaneous

Ted Cruz Begs for Money on Fox News: Please I Need Your Help'

Ted Cruz is intensively campaigning in Texas for reelection as he faces financially robust competition from Colin Allred.
fromwww.nytimes.com
5 months ago
US Elections

Ted Cruz Wins Re-Election in Texas Senate Race Against Colin Allred

Ted Cruz retained his Senate seat in Texas, countering Democratic hopes for a shift in the state's political landscape.
fromwww.esquire.com
6 months ago
Miscellaneous

Rep. Colin Allred Beat Ted Cruz at Texas Senate Debate

Rep. Colin Allred's campaign gains momentum against Ted Cruz, highlighting the contrast in their approaches to leadership during critical events.
Allred's background as a football player and his experience defending the Capitol emphasize his dedication and readiness to serve Texas.
fromNew York Post
1 month ago
Left-wing politics

Far-left Democrat Jasmine Crockett slammed for 'unhinged' threat against prominent GOP senator: 'Inciting violence'

Rep. Jasmine Crockett faces backlash for using violent rhetoric against Sen. Ted Cruz during interviews.
Miscellaneous
fromtime.com
6 months ago

In Texas, Colin Allred Targets Ted Cruz's Weak Spots: Cancun and Jan. 6

Colin Allred is gaining unprecedented support in Texas, posing a serious challenge to Ted Cruz's Senate seat.
fromBusiness Insider
6 months ago
Miscellaneous

Colin Allred is in a tight race with Ted Cruz. Here's how he's planning to become Texas' first Democratic senator in decades.

The Senate race between Allred and Cruz may reflect significant shifts in Texas' political identity.
fromwww.mediaite.com
6 months ago
Miscellaneous

Ted Cruz Begs for Money on Fox News: Please I Need Your Help'

Ted Cruz is intensively campaigning in Texas for reelection as he faces financially robust competition from Colin Allred.
fromwww.nytimes.com
5 months ago
US Elections

Ted Cruz Wins Re-Election in Texas Senate Race Against Colin Allred

Ted Cruz retained his Senate seat in Texas, countering Democratic hopes for a shift in the state's political landscape.
fromwww.esquire.com
6 months ago
Miscellaneous

Rep. Colin Allred Beat Ted Cruz at Texas Senate Debate

Rep. Colin Allred's campaign gains momentum against Ted Cruz, highlighting the contrast in their approaches to leadership during critical events.
Allred's background as a football player and his experience defending the Capitol emphasize his dedication and readiness to serve Texas.
fromNew York Post
1 month ago
Left-wing politics

Far-left Democrat Jasmine Crockett slammed for 'unhinged' threat against prominent GOP senator: 'Inciting violence'

Rep. Jasmine Crockett faces backlash for using violent rhetoric against Sen. Ted Cruz during interviews.
more#ted-cruz
#voting-rights
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
7 months ago

Texas Attorney General Sues to Stop Voter Registration Push in San Antonio

Ken Paxton's lawsuit against Bexar County signifies a clash over voter registration efforts in Texas, reflecting broader national disputes over election access.
fromWashington Post
7 months ago
US news

New Paxton lawsuit targets mail-in voter registrations in Texas's Bexar County

Texas Attorney General filed a lawsuit against Bexar County to block unsolicited voter registration mailings, citing concerns over fraud and legality.
fromSCSJ
1 month ago
Social justice

Texas Advocates Shift After Gerrymandering Case Dismissed

Texas voting and civil rights advocates cease litigation against discriminatory gerrymandering, emphasizing ongoing commitment to fair representation.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
7 months ago

Texas Attorney General Sues to Stop Voter Registration Push in San Antonio

Ken Paxton's lawsuit against Bexar County signifies a clash over voter registration efforts in Texas, reflecting broader national disputes over election access.
fromWashington Post
7 months ago
US news

New Paxton lawsuit targets mail-in voter registrations in Texas's Bexar County

Texas Attorney General filed a lawsuit against Bexar County to block unsolicited voter registration mailings, citing concerns over fraud and legality.
fromSCSJ
1 month ago
Social justice

Texas Advocates Shift After Gerrymandering Case Dismissed

Texas voting and civil rights advocates cease litigation against discriminatory gerrymandering, emphasizing ongoing commitment to fair representation.
more#voting-rights
NYC parents
fromAustin Monitor
1 month ago

Austin public education advocates blast Trump's order aiming to close Education Department - Austin Monitor

Trump's executive order aims to phase out the U.S. Department of Education, pushing for state control over education.
NYC food
fromwww.amny.com
2 months ago

Steaking' a claim: A New York restaurateur is taking Texas to court over beef literally | amNewYork

The proposed renaming of the New York Strip to Texas Strip sparks controversy and emotional responses, especially among New York restaurateurs.
LGBT
fromABC7 Los Angeles
4 months ago

Texas sues NCAA in latest push to block transgender athletes in women's sports

Texas AG Ken Paxton sues NCAA to block transgender athletes in women's sports, claiming it misleads fans and violates consumer protection laws.
US Elections
fromAxios
6 months ago

Why Harris and Trump are coming to Texas

Trump and Harris are targeting key voter demographics in Texas, aiming to influence battleground state outcomes before the election.
US Elections
fromQueerty
6 months ago

Kamala Harris just made a surprise announcement & now everyone's talking about Beyonce - Queerty

Kamala Harris's Houston rally signals confidence in changing Texas voter dynamics.
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