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American Youtuber Alex Stein mocks Hindus with cow urine slurs at event; angry Indian-Americans walk out

During a recent Plano City Council meeting, comedian Alex Stein caused a stir by mocking Hindu customs, specifically cow veneration along with the traditional uses of cow dung and urine. Clad in Indian garb, his satirical commentary prompted several Indian-American attendees to walk out in protest.

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North Texas’ largest public transit system may come undone in 2026

The push by four Dallas-area suburbs to exit the multi-city partnership comes as state transportation officials have said the state needs more public transit, not less.

The Texas Tribune

Texas suburbs resist new state law allowing more apartments

Suburban officials in the Dallas-Fort Worth region have enacted rules aimed at curtailing a sweeping new state law to allow more apartments.

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Former Texas Rep. Jodie Laubenberg, author of 2013 abortion restrictions, dies

Rep. Jeff Leach, R-Plano, announced her passing Monday, calling her “one of the first and most effective fighters” for the anti-abortion movement.

The Texas Tribune

‘Shaky’ Audio Series Is a Messy, Real Look at Disabled Life

Texas writer and director Katherine Craft's Audible comedy depicts a musician's tumultuous return to Plano as she adjusts to new limitations.

Texas Observer

Former Dallas Cowboys player charged after mother of two killed in crash

Kelvin Joseph charged over accident in Plano that killed motorcyclist Cody Morris

The Independent UK

From KFC to TFC! Kentucky Fried Chicken ditches it old home and heads to the Lone Star state

The fried chicken chain will be relocating from the Bluegrass State to Plano, Texas

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First Liberty Institute Is Hiring

I am happy to pass along this announcement from my friends at First Liberty Institute, one of the premier religious… The post First Liberty Institute Is Hiring appeared first on Reason.com.

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Chaotic Incident Unfolds On Dallas Freeway During Morning Rush

A violent incident on LBJ Freeway involving a Plano man highlights the importance of community safety and quick intervention.

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Former Texas pastor indicted for soliciting prostitute months after being removed for ‘moral failure’

Terrence Dames reportedly suffered a medical incident after police in Plano confronted him

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Texas police arrest five for string of burglaries targeting Asian Americans

Asian Americans make up more than one-fifth of Texas city of Plano’s population

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Facing declining enrollment and charter school competition, San Antonio and Plano consider closing campuses

School officials in San Antonio announced earlier this week that they are looking at closing about 20% of their campuses while Plano school officials are starting those discussions.

The Texas Tribune

New state law allows walking on roads when sidewalks are blocked or unsafe

The law restricting pedestrians from walking on roads has been revised to let pedestrians use roadways in certain situations.

The Texas Tribune

Exxon to buy Texas energy company Denbury for $4.9 billion

Exxon Mobil Corp. will spend $4.9 billion to acquire Plano, Texas-based pipeline operator Denbury Inc., a move the world’s largest energy company says it will use to further its carbon solutions business.

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Ex-‘American Idol’ contestant Ron Bultongez takes plea deal on sexual assault charge

A former American Idol contestant from Plano was sentenced to eight years of probation after accepting a plea deal Friday on a sexual assault charge out of Grapevine.

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City council incumbents win re-election in Plano, Texas

The general election for Plano, Texas, was on May 6, 2023. The filing deadline to run passed on Feb. 17.

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Four seats up for election in Plano, Texas

The general election for Plano, Texas, is on May 6, 2023. The filing deadline to run passed on Feb. 17.

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Texas business interests and family values collide as lawmakers debate legalizing gambling

House Bill 1942, written by Rep. Jeff Leach, R-Plano, would permit regulated sports betting that is already legal in 29 states. House Bill 2843, by Rep. John Kuempel, R-Seguin, would permit casino gambling in Texas.

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Federal judge at center of FDA abortion drug case has history with conservative causes

U.S. District Matthew Kacsmaryk was once deputy counsel for the First Liberty Institute, the Plano-based conservative Christian law firm.

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Filing deadline passes in Plano, Texas

On Feb. 17, the filing deadline passed to run for elected office in Plano, Texas. Candidates filed for Plano City Council Places 1, 3, 5, and 7.

Daily Mirror

Retired woman puts up warning sign outside home as dozens of men think it's a brothel

Elaine White, 66, says that scores of men have been knocking at the door of her Plano, Texas, home for over a year, asking for women named Nikki, Kelly and Rhonda

The Independent UK

A teenage girl was found dead after a mysterious phone call. Two decades later, the case is being reopened

Twilight Crooks disappeared not long after answering a payphone by the Plano County Store in rural Kentucky the day before 9/11. After a frantic two-week search, her body was found — dressed in a sweater no one recognized. Skylar Baker-Jordan reports on a case that seemed impossible to solve, but…

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A teenage girl was found dead after a mysterious phone call. Two decades later, the case is being reopened

Sports Illustrated

Cowboys’ Sam Williams Involved in Car Crash in Texas

The defensive end was taken to the hospital as a precaution, Plano police reported.

Tribune News Service

Lender takes over ownership of Dallas’ landmark Galleria mall

Ownership of the landmark Galleria Dallas mall — one of North Texas’ best known shopping meccas — has been transferred to the property’s lenders just days before Christmas.

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