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Texas House Advances Bill Allowing Universities to Directly Pay Student Athletes for NIL

Texas House Advances Bill Allowing Universities to Directly Pay Student Athletes for NIL

DALLAS – The Texas House has given preliminary approval to House Bill 126, a measure that would allow universities in the state to directly compensate student athletes for the use of their name, image, and likeness (NIL). Under current Texas law, only third-party entities—such as corporate sponsors and athletic boosters—are permitted to pay student athletes…MORE

Texas Measles Outbreak Grows to Over 560 Cases, Majority in West Texas

Texas Measles Outbreak Grows to Over 560 Cases, Majority in West Texas

TEXAS – The measles outbreak in Texas continues to grow, with the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) reporting a total of 561 cases since January. The outbreak, primarily centered in West Texas, is now one of the largest in recent state history. Latest Developments On Tuesday, state officials confirmed 20 new cases, with…MORE

Lowe’s to Acquire Dallas-Based Artisan Design Group in $1.325 Billion Deal

Lowe’s to Acquire Dallas-Based Artisan Design Group in $1.325 Billion Deal

DALLAS – Lowe’s announced Monday that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Artisan Design Group (ADG), a leading provider of interior design and installation services, for $1.325 billion. The transaction, which will be funded with cash on hand, is expected to close in the second quarter of 2025. About Artisan Design GroupHeadquartered…MORE

Frisco Teen Accused in Fatal Track Meet Stabbing Released on Bond

Frisco Teen Accused in Fatal Track Meet Stabbing Released on Bond

FRISCO, Texas — Karmelo Anthony, the 17-year-old charged with murder in connection to the fatal stabbing of a fellow student during a high school track meet, has been released from custody after a judge approved a significant bond reduction. On Monday, a Collin County judge lowered Anthony’s bond from $1 million to $250,000. Shortly after,…MORE

Former U.S. Attorney John Bash Launches Campaign for Texas Attorney General

Former U.S. Attorney John Bash Launches Campaign for Texas Attorney General

AUSTIN, Texas – Former U.S. Attorney John Bash Announces Candidacy for Texas Attorney General Former U.S. Attorney John Bash has officially entered the race for Texas Attorney General, declaring his candidacy just one day after current Attorney General Ken Paxton revealed his intent to run for the U.S. Senate against incumbent Senator John Cornyn. Who…MORE

Spider Monkey Discovered in Backpack During Border Inspection

Spider Monkey Discovered in Backpack During Border Inspection

TEXAS — U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers made two noteworthy interceptions at the Texas-Mexico border last weekend — seizing more than $980,000 worth of cocaine and rescuing a smuggled spider monkey. On Sunday, April 6, CBP officials at the Anzalduas International Bridge, part of the Hidalgo Port of Entry, discovered a live spider…MORE

Plano Police Investigate Alleged Abuse of Disabled Student by Former PISD Staff Member

Plano Police Investigate Alleged Abuse of Disabled Student by Former PISD Staff Member

PLANO, Texas – The Plano Police Department has launched an active investigation following allegations that a former Plano Independent School District staff member abused a special-needs student at Plano Senior High School. The Student and Her Condition Eighteen-year-old Saniyah Reese lives with a rare genetic disorder known as GRIN1, which causes significant neurodevelopmental challenges. She…MORE