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Their water is undrinkable. So these West Texas residents have taken matters into their own hands.

The water in these four unincorporated communities near Lubbock has been undrinkable for years, residents say. They hope to win $3 million in state grants to improve their systems.

The Texas Tribune

New Texas law increases hospital notice before removing patients from life support

Medical professionals now must tell families 25 days in advance before ending care. Some groups wish the state gave families even more power when they disagree with a doctor’s prognosis.

The Texas Tribune

The U.S. government hoped companies would want to build wind farms off the Texas coast. No one did.

Offshore wind advocates blame Texas’ antagonistic political climate for the lack of offers. A lease off the coast of Louisiana received two bids.

The Texas Tribune

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Ted Cruz called out for pushing fake explanation for Mexico border photo

Texas Republican senator is known for being fooled by fake news

The Independent UK

Texas eighth graders will soon be required to learn about climate change. But not without a showdown over textbooks.

Texas is one of the few states that don’t already require eighth graders to be taught about climate change. That’ll change next fall.

The Texas Tribune

Texas leads the country in keeping its native-born residents home

A report by the Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas researchers say that economic growth, low taxes and big cities all can keep residents in their home states.

The Texas Tribune

Two new candidates declare in Texas

Ballotpedia tracked two new state-level candidates in Texas between Aug. 21 and Aug. 27. This was one fewer candidate than the prior week.

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Dangers and deaths around Black pregnancies in Texas seen as a “completely preventable” health crisis

Despite a vast array of health resources, Black infants in Harris County are about twice as likely to die before their first birthday as those from other racial groups.

The Texas Tribune

Don’t be like Texas’ ‘Murph’

A Texan complains about immigrants doing what his whole county does.

Chicago Sun-Times

Greg Abbott’s floating border barrier did virtually nothing to slow immigration, data shows

Barriers are facing state and federal lawsuits

The Independent UK

‘Telling truths about this moment’: climate change author Jeff Goodell curates vital exhibition

The acclaimed writer takes on a new challenge with his first art show, bringing together work and writing that tells a long history of environmental change

The Guardian - US

Best Cities for First-Time Homebuyers

Here are the best cities for first-time homebuyers, according to a new study from Smart Asset. Texas nabs 5 spots.

Kiplinger

Rick Perry: The Conservative Case for Psychedelic Medicine

The former Texas governor on helping veterans with PTSD, increasing legal immigration, and the illegal drug he'd most like to try

Reason

But Is It Art?

What counts as an "artistic work" for purposes of special protection under the Texas anti-SLAPP statute?

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What can cities do to correct racism and help all communities live longer? It starts with city planning

The average life expectancy in the U.S. is 76.1 years. But this range varies widely – a child raised in wealthy San Mateo County, California, can expect to live nearly 85 years. A child raised in Fort Worth, Texas, could expect to live about 66.7 years.

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Opening 2023 USA TODAY High School Sports Super 25 football rankings

The opening Super 25 of the 2023 season.

The Texas Tribune

Texas can now apply to import lower-priced Canadian medications

Texas joins a handful of states turn to the north for cheaper drugs. But feds have been slow to approve requests, three years after giving initial OK.

The Texas Tribune

“Operation Deep Sea”: How Nate Paul pulled the strings in the attorney general’s office to investigate his enemies

Paul personally chose targets and drafted language for subpoenas issued by Brandon Cammack, an outside lawyer hired by Attorney General Ken Paxton. Paxton hired Cammack to investigate his friend’s complaints after his own deputies advised him against it.

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Drag shows are protected by First Amendment, performers tell federal judge

LGBTQ+ groups and drag performers suing the state argued Monday that Senate Bill 12 violates constitutionally-protected rights. The new law is set to go into effect on Friday unless a federal judge blocks it.

Sports Illustrated

Max Scherzer Booed By Bitter Mets Fans in Return to Citi Field

Mets fans booed Scherzer during a video tribute in his first time back at Citi Field.

The Texas Tribune

West Texas A&M will no longer require students to pay for textbooks starting next fall

The move is an effort to provide relief for college students struggling with the skyrocketing costs of higher education. But professors expressed concerns about the impact the decision might have on their ability to prepare for classes.

Texas Observer

As Springs Dry Up, a Warning of Future Water Shortages

Heat, drought and booming population growth have stressed the aquifers that supply millions of people with drinking water.

Sports Illustrated

Texas’ Steve Sarkisian Responds to Big 12 Commissioner Rooting Against Longhorns

The Longhorns’ coach weighed in on the recent comments made about the program from league commissioner Brett Yormark.

The Texas Tribune

Texas National Guard member fires across Rio Grande, wounds Mexican citizen

The Texas Military Department isn’t identifying the Guard member or providing details about the Saturday shooting. The man who was shot in the leg said he was working out near the river.

USA Today Sports Media Group

Texas 5-star defensive lineman set to make his choice with Ohio State in the running

Ohio State will have its hat on the table, but will it get picked up? #GoBucks

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