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What's Next for the Republican Tax Plan: All Eyes Move to the Senate

Senate Republicans are poised to return after the Thanksgiving break and begin debating their tax bill on the floor, but don't expect the body to move forward without a bit more controversy.

Judge resigns after admitting to using n-word and saying all lives matter while at work

Colorado District Judge Natalie Chase has resigned after she admitted using a racial slur in front of court employees, voiced her opinion on racial issues from the bench and asked employees to do personal tasks for her during work hours.

Baseball organization helps those with autism

What began as a way to help people with autism participate in afterschool programs or community organizations has turned into a nationwide sports program in 33 states.

How Democrats are laying the groundwork now for a potential reconciliation bill

As the bipartisan group continues to educate their respective members on their $1.2 trillion infrastructure proposal, Democratic leadership and key chairs will crank up the work on a potential Democratic-only infrastructure bill this week, paving the way for Democrats to go it alone if they choose to do so.

Missouri is scheduled to carry out first US execution of an openly transgender person today

Missouri on Tuesday is scheduled to execute Amber McLaughlin, a transgender woman convicted of a 2003 murder, who has sought clemency from the governor in part because the jury at her trial did not vote for a death sentence.

Dr. King's Work Is Not Yet Done

Yesterday, we celebrated the birthday of Dr. Martin Luther King. It is an extraordinary national tribute to a leader who did not amass a fortune, nor command an army, nor hold elective office, and yet transformed America. In the U.S., we too often love martyrs and not marches. We honor those who sacrifice - after they are dead. Yet, Dr. King's example when he was alive holds lessons for us today.

Former tennis player Jelena Dokic says she came close to taking her own life

Former Australian tennis player Jelena Dokic said she "almost jumped off my 26th floor balcony and took my own life" in a candid, emotional Instagram post on Monday.

Food Rankings Results: CHILDREN AT RISK, Kroger honor Aldine ISD and Houston ISD in 2023 Food Rankings

Houston area schools continue to lead the way in providing nutritious meals and snacks throughout the school day.

Across Texas, nearly 5.4 million students qualify for free or reduced-price school meals through federal programs such as the National School Lunch Program and the School Breakfast Program. For many of these children, meals eaten at school are the only substantial meals they will receive during the day. School districts are critical players in implementing school food programs – yet some districts are doing better than others in providing breakfast, lunch, and after-school meals to students in need. With nearly 1.3 million food-insecure children in Texas, it is imperative that school districts do a much better job at ensuring our children are consistently getting nutritious meals.

Republican Chaos Fuels Threat of Government Shutdown

Unless warring factions of Republicans in the House of Representatives can come to their senses, the United States government will shut down next Sunday. Some may not notice – we tend to rely on government only when we are in need. But the impact – and the hurt – will be immediate – and will grow over time. Nearly a million federal employees will be furloughed and sent home without pay until there is a resolution.

The Sensible, the Mad and the Missing

The 2024 presidential race is taking shape. It looks like a choice between the sensible, the mad and the missing. Joe Biden seems intent on running on his record, a sensible route for the incumbent. His major challenger, the inescapable Donald Trump, is replaying his madcap candidacy – his program a mixture of resentment, racism, bluster and victimization. What’s missing are the big challenges that America can’t avoid and can’t seem to face.

Alabama House approves measure; aims to protect IVF after personhood ruling

An Alabama House bill aimed at protecting in vitro fertilization treatments advanced on Thursday, just a day after being introduced, as state lawmakers raced to respond to the state Supreme Court ruling that prompted IVF clinics to pause parts of treatments and left many families in limbo.

Meta adds new teen safety features following renewed criticism

Meta announced Tuesday that it is expanding its youth safety efforts by rolling out new settings for teen Facebook and Instagram users, including content restrictions and hiding search results for terms related to self-harm and suicide.

Jack Teixeira pleads guilty to leaking sensitive national defense information

The Massachusetts Air National Guardsman accused of posting a trove of highly classified intelligence reports and other documents on social media pleaded guilty on Monday to willfully retaining and disseminating national defense information.

Governor Abbott Signs Legislation To Crack Down On Mail-In Ballot Fraud

Governor Greg Abbott today signed Senate Bill 5 (SB 5) to increase penalties for mail-in ballot fraud in Texas. As part of the Governor's special session agenda, this bill will improve the integrity of the ballot box and ensure voter confidence in Texas elections.

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