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Dallas County Cuts Vaccination Clinics Amid Texas Measles Outbreak

Dallas County, Texas, has canceled over 50 vaccination clinics and laid off 21 public health workers due to $11.4 billion in federal funding cuts, jeopardizing measles prevention efforts amid a statewide outbreak of 422 cases.

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Texas Measles Outbreak Exceeds 500 Cases Nationally

A measles outbreak in Texas, with over 400 cases and one death, has spread to three other states, exceeding 500 cases nationally—the second-highest total in a decade and threatening the U.S.'s measles elimination status.

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Texas Lottery Winner's $83.5M Payout Delayed Amidst Courier Service Investigation

A Texas woman's $83.5 million lottery win is on hold due to a state investigation into the legality of using a courier service, Jackpocket, to buy tickets, prompting scrutiny of the practice and potential legal challenges.

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Texas Measles Outbreak Reaches 327 Cases, One Death Reported

A measles outbreak in western Texas has reached 327 cases, with 18 new cases confirmed in the last five days, resulting in at least 40 hospitalizations and one death; the majority of cases involve unvaccinated individuals, and the outbreak is linked to similar outbreaks in New Mexico and other state...

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Austin: A Crucible for Physical AI Revolution

Austin, Texas, is becoming a global leader in Physical AI, merging cutting-edge technology with real-world infrastructure; this is driven by a unique blend of academic prowess, open culture, and substantial investment, leading to innovations in sectors like energy, manufacturing, and transportation.

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Unvaccinated Child Dies of Measles in West Texas Outbreak

A 6-year-old unvaccinated girl died from measles in West Texas on February 26th, the first death in the current outbreak; her parents oppose MMR vaccines despite this and subsequent measles cases in their other children; as of March 20th, 378 measles cases were confirmed in 18 U.S. states.

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Tort Reform Sweeping Through Southern States

Georgia recently passed tort reform legislation (SB 68) to reduce lawsuit costs, followed by similar moves in South Carolina and Texas, aiming to lower the "tort tax" on residents and businesses, impacting insurance premiums and economic growth.

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Texas Measles Outbreak Reaches 400 Cases, Linked to Vaccine Exemptions and Misinformation

A measles outbreak in western Texas has grown to 400 cases, with 73 reported in the last three days; most are in unvaccinated individuals, and at least 41 people have been hospitalized. The outbreak is linked to increased vaccine exemptions in Gaines County and the spread of misinformation about vit...

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Texas Measles Outbreak Spreads to 18 States, Exceeding 2024 Totals

A measles outbreak in Texas, starting in January 2025, has infected nearly 330 people in 18 states, exceeding 2024's total; low vaccination rates and RFK Jr.'s messaging on alternative treatments raise concerns.

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Texas Bill Seeks to Restrict SNAP Benefits for Junk Food

Texas lawmakers are considering restricting the use of SNAP benefits for junk food, mirroring similar proposals in the U.S. House and Senate. The bill aims to align SNAP with its intended focus on nutritious food, sparking debate about individual choice and access to healthy options.

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Measles Outbreak in West Texas and New Mexico Surges, Causing Two Deaths

A measles outbreak in West Texas and New Mexico has caused 309 and 42 cases, respectively, and two deaths, exceeding 2024's total US cases and approaching 2019 levels; however, vaccination rates are up.

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Texas Grandfather Killed in McDonald's Crossfire

A Texas grandfather, Jorge Arbaiza, 61, was killed in a McDonald's crossfire on Sunday while buying his grandkids Happy Meals; his wife and grandkids were outside. One suspect, Antonio Ridge, has been arrested and charged with murder, with authorities investigating the use of a modified handgun.

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