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What to know as cryptocurrency scams rise in Texas
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From investment fraud to sophisticated schemes involving hard-to-trace digital currency, Texans lost more than $1 billion to crypto scams in 2025.
Crypto kiosks were used to scam $56 million from Texans last year. Lawmakers are calling for regulation.
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Fraudsters are increasingly using the ATM-like machines for fast access to money that’s difficult to trace.
Faculty groups sue to block Texas Tech rules limiting instruction on race, gender, sexual orientation
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The lawsuit asks a federal judge to halt the restrictions as discriminatory, improperly vague and a violation of free speech.
Texas A&M president’s five-year contract includes $1.25 million in base pay
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The terms for Susan Ballabina, promoted in May, include possible merit bonuses and deferred compensation, records show.
TribCast: What’s the mood among Texas Democrats ahead of November?
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Inside the Texas Democrats’ convention in a hopeful year for the party.
Texas Senate panel lays groundwork for renewed push to ban THC products
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THC’s effects on issues ranging from homelessness to mental health were examined at Tuesday’s meeting with the Texas Senate Committee on Health and Human Services.
ICE agent fatally shoots Houston man who agency says tried to run over officer
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The agency said the man was an undocumented immigrant from Mexico. His son said he’d lived here for 35 years and was attempting to obtain a work permit.
Ken Paxton vowed to crack down on “illegal voting.” He may have violated Texas election law.
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The Texas attorney general appears to have used an address where he did not live while voting in six elections in the past two years — despite his warning voters that “it is illegal to misrepresent your residence on election records.”
Gina Hinojosa proposes sending every Texas household $1,500 in her bid to oust Greg Abbott
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Her plan would cost $17 billion which would come from the rainy day fund. She said Abbott is hoarding money in that account that belongs to Texans.
Senate Leader John Thune and other national Republicans rallying for Paxton at fundraiser this month
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A fundraiser for the GOP nominee for Senate will feature a number of major Senate Republicans who previously supported John Cornyn.
Where is screwworm in Texas? Track cases here.
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The New World screwworm poses a multibillion-dollar threat to the state’s cattle industry. We’re keeping track of where these cases are reported.
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Amarillo - TX - News

Former WT professor amends lawsuit, says support for drag show ban led to nonrenewal
Local
A former West Texas A&M University professor amended his federal lawsuit Monday, claiming university officials did not renew his contract because he supported P
1 killed, 1 injured in fiery wrong-way crash in Castro County
Local
One person was killed and another was injured in a fiery wrong-way crash in Castro County.The crash happened around 8:10 a.m. Tuesday on State Highway 194, abou
Big Texan RV Ranch says Amarillo lodging is tight as I-40 travel surges in 2026
Local
During the spring and summer of 2026 and due to a number of large-scale construction projects, lodging in Amarillo is becoming super competitive.“I-40 is the Mi
Potter County approves 90-day burn ban as drought fuels wildfire risk
Local
One spark is all it takes. That was the message from Potter County leaders after approving a 90-day burn ban aimed at reducing the risk of wildfires.Potter Coun
2 'persons of interest' in custody after Castro County homicide
Local
Two people are in custody in connection with a homicide in Castro County.Around 8:45 p.m. Monday, Castro County deputies responded to the 1100 block of Avenue B
Pampa police seek driver after hit-and-run seriously injures bicyclist
Local
PAMPA, Texas — Police are asking for help identifying the driver in a hit-and-run crash that seriously injured a bicyclist in Pampa.Pampa police were called to
Donor helps retired veteran rebuild after landfill fire destroys 52 homes
Local
A retired veteran who lost his home in the May landfill fire is getting a temporary place to live as he works to rebuild on his property.Jeff Compson and his wi
Amarillo man, 65, indicted following arrest based on tip from 'Predator Poachers'
Local
A 65-year-old Amarillo man was indicted following his arrest that was based on a tip from Predator Poachers.A Potter County grand jury indicted David Lee Skeen

Austin - TX - KXAN

Kyle joins statewide emergency response network
KXAN Austin
The City of Kyle is taking steps to strengthen its emergency response capabilities by joining a statewide network designed to help communities respond to disasters and other major emergencies.
Mystery of Leander's disappearing lake deepens after review of 4,000 records
KXAN Austin
Nearly a year after Lake Lakewood mysteriously dropped several feet, Leander officials say they still aren't satisfied with the explanation. After reviewing more than 4,000 records, city leaders are disputing key claims about the lake's historic water level and pushing for a solution that could restore water to one of the city's most popular parks.
The heat continues, but rain possible this weekend
KXAN Austin
Heat and humidity with little relief from rain the rest of the work week, but storm chances return come the weekend. - Meteorologist Hannah Gard
Austin neighborhood tests gunshot detection tech
KXAN Austin
The program launched in north Austin mid June, and La Cour said about 100 people have opted in so far.
Taylor launches grants for downtown businesses amid growth
KXAN Austin
The city of Taylor is investing $500,000 into its downtown aimed at supporting local businesses, attracting new ones and preserving the downtown's history.
Hotel Occupancy Tax collections for Austin Live Music Fund up 8% so far this fiscal year
KXAN Austin
Hotel Occupancy Taxes in Austin help fund cultural and tourism-related initiatives like the Austin Convention Center and music and arts grants, including the city's Live Music Fund.
Republican senators ready another attempt at banning THC next year
KXAN Austin
Texas senators examined the relationship between THC products, mental illness and homelessness during an interim hearing, with witnesses pointing to rising health care costs and increasing mental health emergencies as they prepare for the 2027 legislative session.
20 aircraft owners owe nearly $2M in delinquent Travis County taxes
KXAN Austin
According to the Travis County Tax Office, 20 aircraft owners owe a combined $1.98 million in delinquent taxes.
Ken Paxton vowed to crack down on 'illegal voting.' He may have violated Texas election law.
KXAN Austin
Two weeks before this year’s primary elections, Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton announced the creation of a tip line for the public to report people or groups suspected of voter fraud.
Applications open for $23 million in grants for Austin area creatives
KXAN Austin
Austin Arts Culture, Music and Entertainment, or ACME, has launched $23 million in grants funded by the city's Hotel Occupancy Tax revenue. This round of grant funding is one of several from ACME throughout the year, which will end up totaling what the office said is a "historic" $51 million in grants for the year, according to a press release from the office.
Amazon intends to build massive, long-awaited warehouse in Georgetown
KXAN Austin
The Seattle-based e-commerce giant on July 6 filed notice with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation that it intends to start work next month on a 249,000-square-foot sorting warehouse at 104 Wittera Way. That's within Gateway35, one of two large industrial parks being built in Georgetown by Albuquerque-based Titan Development Ltd.
Family marks 20 years since Roxanne Paltauf's disappearance with Austin billboard
KXAN Austin
More than two decades ago, Roxanne Paltauf's family gathered at an Austin roller rink to celebrate the teenager's birthday. This week, as the family marks 20 years since her disappearance, they plan to gather and skate together once again.

World News from Wall Street Journal

Shippers Wary of Red Sea Routes Despite Houthi Pledge to End Targeting
The world’s top three container operators said they fear instability in Gaza and broader regional tensions mean continued danger.
Palestinians Stream Back to Northern Gaza on Foot
Israel allowed displaced Gazans to begin crossing a military zone that bisects the enclave after a deadlock over hostage releases was broken.
Leading China Property Developer Reports Huge loss, in Sign of Widening Real-Estate Woes
Troubles at Vanke raise questions about the continued spread of the property crisis and whether the Chinese state will step in.
Freed Israeli Hostages Still Had Shrapnel in Their Bodies From Oct. 7 Attack
Some of the women were held alone for extended periods and spent eight months in tunnels, an Israeli medical official said.
Suspected Sabotage of Deep-Sea Cable Triggers First NATO-Led Response
The alliance mounted its first coordinated response to a suspected sabotage campaign against critical infrastructure after another cable was severed in the Baltic Sea.
Rwanda-Backed Rebels Enter Congo's Safe-Haven City
Residents of Goma reported gunfire and shelling after rebels overran Congolese troops. U.N. officials estimated that more than one million displaced people were now inside the city.
Cocaine-Funded Gangs Shake Colombia Years After Peace Pact
Attacks by powerful militias against civilians reflect the state’s inaction eight years after a peace accord removed a powerful rebel group from the field.
Italy Supports Saudi Arabia Joining Fighter-Jet Program, PM Meloni Says
The U.K., Italy and Japan have already partnered on the Global Combat Air Programme, which aims to put a new stealth fighter with supersonic capability in the skies by 2035.
Kim Jong Un Is Doing Everything He Can to Keep North Korea's Youth in Line
The dictator, eager to shut out the influence of Hollywood and K-pop, has been exalting a “shock brigade” of 300,000 teens and 20-somethings drafted into flood reconstruction.
Trump Says Colombia Will Accept Deportees, Ending Tariff Standoff
The president has made immigration an early priority to start second term, with ICE making more than 900 arrests Sunday.

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