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Dancers call for release of leader Adalberto Zanes from ICE custody

Dancers call for release of leader Adalberto Zanes from ICE custody

Dancers from across Texas joined with local supporters to pray for Adalberto Zanes, founder of a local Mexica danza group, on Sept. 13, 2026.
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Week 4 Coastal Bend high school football schedule, results

Week 4 Coastal Bend high school football schedule, results

Here is a look at the full Week 4 schedule in Corpus Christi and the Coastal Bend region of Texas.
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GOP senator criticizes 'racism' from fellow Texas Republican

GOP senator criticizes 'racism' from fellow Texas Republican

Sen. John Cornyn and others slammed Bo French, a Texas GOP candidate, for "intolerance and racism" in a post about University of Texas students.
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H-E-B serves up Texas-shaped pizza ahead of football season

H-E-B serves up Texas-shaped pizza ahead of football season

H-E-B is selling a customizable Texas-shaped pizza at South Flo Pizza locations for a limited time.
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Ted Cruz has just 2 words about curse after epic Texas comeback vs. Ohio State

Ted Cruz has just 2 words about curse after epic Texas comeback vs. Ohio State

Did Texas senator Ted Cruz really break the sports curse after Texas beat Ohio State?
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Former Congresswoman Mayra Flores Criticizes Corpus Christi Candidate Eric Flores for Neglecting Water Crisis at Republican Convention

Former Congresswoman Mayra Flores Criticizes Corpus Christi Candidate Eric Flores for Neglecting Water Crisis at Republican Convention

During the Republican Midterm Convention in Dallas, Texas, the critical water crisis in Corpus Christi, where the city reportedly has only two years of water supply remaining and relies heavily on rainfall, was not addressed by Republican candidate Eric Flores. Despite the urgency of the issue for residents of District 34, Eric Flores's five-minute speech focused on his experience in the National Guard, border security, human trafficking investigations, and campaign objectives. His address was directed at Republican leaders and candidates rather than voters with specific concerns. Former Congresswoman Mayra Flores, representing District 34, emphasized that addressing the water crisis is a fundamental responsibility for candidates, stating that water is vital for everyone, regardless of political affiliation. Local media reports indicate that families in Corpus Christi are living with fear and uncertainty due to the lack of water.
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Fear and Delusion in Dallas: Inside Trump’s Midterm Convention Flop

Fear and Delusion in Dallas: Inside Trump’s Midterm Convention Flop

Republicans spent two days celebrating the president in Texas. It's unlikely to have helped the party's chances in November
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Sharia law becomes unexpected focus at Texas GOP midterm convention

Sharia law becomes unexpected focus at Texas GOP midterm convention

Ted Cruz and Greg Abbott put Islam, Sharia law at the center of the GOP convention in Dallas on Thursday, Sept. 10. Why?
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Texas State University Launches Floating Wetlands Project in Lake Kyle to Enhance Water Quality

Texas State University Launches Floating Wetlands Project in Lake Kyle to Enhance Water Quality

Texas State University, led by researcher Sangchul Hwang, Ph.D., P.E., is initiating a three-year project to deploy floating wetlands in Lake Kyle. This initiative, funded by a $457,000 grant from the City of Kyle, aims to improve the lake's water quality and protect the Plum Creek Watershed. The project will assess the effectiveness of this nature-based system in filtering pollutants. Hwang, a professor of civil and environmental engineering, is leading a team from his HEDGE Research Group, comprising doctoral, graduate, and undergraduate students. The team is currently monitoring Lake Kyle to establish baseline water quality conditions and identify potential pollution sources. They have also tested a smaller-scale floating wetland in a lab setting and are now testing a larger version under conditions that simulate Lake Kyle. The full-scale floating wetlands are expected to be launched in spring 2027, followed by continuous monitoring to evaluate their performance. The research will also screen for contam...
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Oregon Governor Tina Kotek Halts State Land Use for New Data Centers Amid Industry Scrutiny

Oregon Governor Tina Kotek Halts State Land Use for New Data Centers Amid Industry Scrutiny

Oregon Governor Tina Kotek has announced a pause on the use of state-owned land for new data centers until July 1, 2027. This directive, shared via X with an AI-generated image, aims to prevent data centers from imposing undue costs on Oregon residents while the state conducts a comprehensive study of the industry's impacts. As part of this action, Governor Kotek also terminated a pending sale of 32 acres of state property intended for a proposed $5 billion data-center development. The Governor acknowledged that her executive authority does not extend to a broader statewide moratorium on data-center construction, but her action targets transactions involving public land controlled by the state. This move positions Oregon as part of a growing national trend where state and local governments are seeking to slow, restrict, or attach new conditions to data-center construction, driven by concerns over their environmental and economic footprint.
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Talarico's Jimmy Kimmel interview racks up nearly 6M views on YouTube

Talarico's Jimmy Kimmel interview racks up nearly 6M views on YouTube

Kimmel said he chose not to air the interview on ABC amid concerns about FCC rules governing appearances by political candidates.
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Texas Governor Abbott Highlights State's Leadership in Semiconductor Manufacturing and Workforce Training

Texas Governor Abbott Highlights State's Leadership in Semiconductor Manufacturing and Workforce Training

Texas Governor Abbott Highlights State's Leadership in Semiconductor Manufacturing and Workforce Training