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Judge says heat in Texas prisons unconstitutional as states face mounting lawsuits

A federal judge’s finding that extreme heat in Texas prisons is unconstitutional could lead to the state being ordered to spend billions to install air conditioning to cool them off

The Independent UK

Amid support from doctors group, bill to clarify Texas’ abortion ban does little to save lives, critics say

Senate Bill 31 supporters say it would clarify when doctors should intervene to save a pregnant woman’s life, but critics say its vagueness and a measure to resurrect pre-Roe laws hamper it.

The Texas Tribune

Texas Denies Parole to Selena Quintanilla's Killer Yolanda Saldívar

The Texas Board of Pardons and Paroles has denied parole to Yolanda Saldívar days before the 30th anniversary of the murder of Selena Quintanilla.

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The woman who killed Tejano music icon Selena in 1995 has been denied parole

Yolanda Saldívar, who has served nearly three decades in prison for killing Tejano music legend Selena Quintanilla-Perez, has been denied parole by a Texas board

The Independent UK

Men’s NCAA Tournament Showcasing Coaches’ Rehab in Scandal Cycle

Chris Beard at Ole Miss, Sean Miller with Xavier, Rick Pitino’s Iona stint ... these schools are getting a bump but are also getting used in the process.

Sports Illustrated

Texas AG investigating insurance company accused of spying on lawmakers, journalists, other Texans

Superior HealthPlan’s CEO, whom lawmakers grilled about the company’s alleged hiring of private investigators, was reportedly fired after the inquiry was announced.

The Texas Tribune

Texas Man Rammed ATV Into Parked Tesla 'at Full Speed,' Keyed 'Elon' Into Side of Others: Police

A Texas man was arrested after allegedly ramming his ATV into multiple Teslas and carving "Elon" into two of them.

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Four Deputies From Texas Police Department Take Their Own Lives Within Weeks Of Each Other

"All these officers knew something they shouldn't have" The post Four Deputies From Texas Police Department Take Their Own Lives Within Weeks Of Each Other first appeared on Bored Panda.

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New York clerk refuses to enforce Texas effort to punish abortion provider

Texas suit alleging Dr Margaret Carpenter mailed abortion pills to Lone Star state will likely go to US supreme court

The Guardian - US

NY county clerk refuses to file Texas' fine for doctor accused of prescribing abortion pills

A county clerk in New York has refused to file a more than $100,000 judgment from Texas against a New York doctor accused of prescribing abortion pills to a woman near Dallas

The Independent UK

Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick says he’ll push for special session if THC ban, bail changes fail

Only Gov. Greg Abbott can call for a special session. But in his role presiding over the Texas Senate, Patrick can block any bill from passing, giving him leverage to compel overtime sessions by killing must-pass legislation.

The Texas Tribune

Cartel Del Noreste Leader 'Tocayo' Sentenced For Bringing Hitmen Into U.S.: 'A Direct Threat To The Safety Of South Texas'

A Mexican cartel leader has been sentenced to prison after smuggling hitmen into the U.S.

Latin Times

Federal judge rules prison heat conditions are unconstitutional, but doesn’t require air conditioning

About two-thirds of Texas prisons are not fully air conditioned, and dozens of inmates have died in the sweltering heat.

The Texas Tribune

Carole Keeton Strayhorn, first woman to serve as Texas comptroller, dies at 85

She served on the Texas Railroad Commission, and was the first woman elected Austin mayor.

The Texas Tribune

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The Independent UK

Extreme heat without AC in Texas prisons is unconstitutionally cruel punishment, judge rules

A federal judge has found the extreme heat in Texas prisons that don’t have air conditioning is “plainly unconstitutional.”

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Woman Runs Without Clothes Through Airport As Violent Meltdown Is Caught On Camera

A woman wearing no clothes had a huge meltdown and "manic episode" at a Texas airport. The post Woman Runs Without Clothes Through Airport As Violent Meltdown Is Caught On Camera first appeared on Bored Panda.

The Independent UK

Kansas measles cases double to 23 and new Ohio outbreak sickens 10

A measles outbreak in Kansas more than doubled Wednesday to 23 cases, and an outbreak in Ohio grew to 10

Texas Observer

Republican Abortion Laws Are ‘Torturing Women.’ Can the GOP Fix Its Own Crisis?

Too late for many pregnant Texans, lawmakers might finally clarify exceptions to the state’s deadly bans—but advocates fear the current bills could also pose a new threat.

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The Independent UK

Rep. Jasmine Crockett has a history of mocking Gov. Gregg Abbott’s wheelchair use

Texas congresswoman under fire for ridiculing the Republican governor as ‘Hot Wheels’ but insists she was referring to the ‘planes, trains, and automobiles he used to transfer migrants’

The Independent UK

30 years after music icon Selena's murder, Yolanda Saldívar is up for parole. Here's what to know

Thirty years ago, Latino music legend Selena Quintanilla-Pérez was killed by her fan club’s president, Yolanda Saldívar

Golf Monthly

‘You Don’t Want 10-Year-Old Kids Punting Their Putters Across The Green Every Time They Miss A Putt’ - Rory McIlroy Says Tour Pros Have ‘Responsibility’ To Set Good Example After Recent Viral Clips Showcasing Players’ Frustrations

Speaking at the Texas Children's Houston Open, McIlroy explained how displaying emotion on the course shows the pros 'are human', but there's also a 'responsibility to set an example'

The Texas Tribune

Rep. Wesley Hunt praised in statewide ads as Cornyn kicks off reelection campaign

A seven-figure Texas ad buy is seen as a strong indicator that the Houston congressman may challenge the incumbent senator.

The Independent UK

Rep. Jasmine Crockett refuses to apologize for calling Gov. Greg Abbott ‘Hot wheels’

‘At no point did I mention or allude to his condition,’ Crockett defended herself in a statement on X

Sports Illustrated

Texas Children’s Houston Open Preview: Field, Course, History, Tee Times, How to Watch

From its 156-player field, course, tee times, how to watch and an emotional win 26 years ago, here’s what you need to know for the Houston Open.

The Texas Tribune

Five ways a funding overhaul has transformed Texas community colleges

More than a year after Texas’ House Bill 8 took effect, some schools have offered free tuition, grown dual credit programs or helped students’ credits transfer when they move on to four-year schools.

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