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Severe thunderstorms produced flash floods and knocked out power to thousands of people across North Texas Sunday night.
Some areas saw over 3 inches of rain and winds up to 76 mph, flooding low-lying roads and causing power outages that affected more than 47,000 in the Metroplex and 16,000 in East Texas.
Homes in McKinney and Pantego caught fire from suspected lightning strikes, and the roof of a Braum’s in Bonham was badly damaged.
In Abilene, the TV studio for ABC affiliate KTXS was badly damaged, knocking the station off the air. “Damage is extensive, but we are lucky enough to have walked away untouched,” said the station’s morning meteorologist, Caiden Dinkins.
Soros-Backed Group Aims to Turn Texas Blue
Democrats are launching a multimillion-dollar initiative to transform Texas into a political battleground, aiming to boost their electoral prospects in the Republican stronghold ahead of the next round of redistricting. The party has not won a statewide election since 1994.
Texas Majority PAC, which is backed by liberal billionaire George Soros, launched its “Blue Texas” initiative on Monday in collaboration with the Texas Democratic Party and about a dozen county parties.
Organizers will hold a series of rallies this month and visit two dozen cities next month in an effort to recruit candidates and volunteers for the 2026 midterm elections, particularly the U.S. Senate race.
“There is no choice for Texas or for anyone else in the country who wants to see a Democrat in the White House after 2032 but to find a pathway through Texas,” said Katherine Fischer, Texas Majority PAC’s deputy executive director.
Invasive Sheep, ‘Texas Time,’ and Mini Trucks
During this year’s legislative session, lawmakers passed some intriguing bills addressing issues like invasive sheep, “Texas Time,” and Japanese mini trucks.
Invasive Barbary sheep, also known as aoudads, can now be hunted by helicopter for sport. They join feral hogs and coyotes on the short list of animals that can be harvested in this way. The large sheep are vectors for disease and compete with native Texas grazers.
If authorized by Congress, House Bill 1393 would implement daylight saving time statewide, joining 20 other states that have passed laws to abolish biannual clock changes. The new standard would be known as “Texas Time.”
And Texans can now register and drive imported Japanese mini trucks that are at least 25 years old. Also known as “kei trucks,” the vehicles have gained a cult following and become popular as inexpensive farm trucks.
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➤ Hundreds of people gathered in Houston and San Antonio on Sunday to protest the federal government’s continued efforts to deport illegal immigrants. (More)
➤ Broaddus ISD: A 13-foot gator named Gloria was removed from one of the district’s campuses last Thursday. “We appreciate her coming to school, but she is not allowed back,” the district said on social media. (See Photos)
➤ Austin: The city has begun the final phase of a five-year pilot project to reduce the growth of toxic cyanobacteria in Lady Bird Lake. The project, which costs $300,000 a year, consists of applying a clay compound that binds to phosphorus. (See Details)
➤ San Antonio: The second of eight new flyover ramps connecting Loop 1604 and I-10 opened to traffic last week. The five-level interchange is part of a $1.4 billion project to expand a section of Loop 1604. (See Photos)
➤ Leon County: Two people were transported to the hospital after being attacked by an “unhappy cow,” according to local authorities. One of those injured was airlifted. (More)
➤ Houston: Three local teenagers painted over graffiti on a railroad bridge promoting a cryptocurrency last weekend, restoring the iconic bridge’s longtime “Be Someone” message. The teens said police officers waved at them as they were painting. (See Photo)
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➤ A judge in California approved the House v. NCAA settlement, which will allow colleges to share up to $20.5 million in revenue with their student-athletes. Most Division I schools in Texas are opting into the agreement. (More)
➤ Former Mavs coach Don Nelson wore Luka Doncic sneakers to his Chuck Daly Lifetime Award recipient press conference as a way to protest the team’s “tremendous mistake” of trading Doncic to the Lakers. (More)
➤ Three legendary sports figures were inducted into the Texas Panhandle Sports Hall of Fame this weekend, with Texas Tech basketball superstar Natalie Richie-Roberts headlining the eclectic class. (More)
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➤ The Texas Space Commission awarded $20.7 million in state funds to five Texas businesses and nonprofits. Austin-based CesiumAstro Inc. will receive up to $10 million to build a satellite factory and headquarters. (More)
➤ JCPenney’s logistics center in Tarrant County is shutting down, affecting nearly 300 workers who will lose their jobs in the coming months. The move follows the company’s acquisition by a joint venture formed earlier this year with several other retailers. (More)
➤ The Outlets at Hillsboro, a once-thriving outdoor mall that has become an eyesore in recent years, is being demolished to make way for a $75 million retail development anchored by a national big-box store. (More)
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➤ Tickets for the Texas Capital Air Show, November 1 and 2 in San Marcos, go on sale today. The event, which will feature the U.S. Air Force F-22 Raptor and the U.S. Navy F/A-18 Super Hornet Rhino, aims to raise awareness about veteran suicides. (More)
➤ The International Rocket Engineering Competition, which begins today, is being held for the first time in Midland. The 5-day event is expected to draw 2,000 students from 150 universities in 21 countries. (Watch Video)
➤ University of Texas at Austin graduate Grace Pohl revealed in a viral social media video last month that she spent the last four years as the school’s Hook ‘Em mascot. “It was very warm in there,” she said in her post. (See Photos)
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