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“It’s what’s best for a very select few”: Some Texans are very skeptical about vouchers as they near the finish line.
Texas Republican lawmakers in regions known for support of public schools defended voting for vouchers, saying they gained leverage to seek concessions.
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Jalen Green makes eight 3s with 38 points to help Rockets even series 1-1 with 109-94 win over Warriors.
Jalen Green makes eight 3s with 38 points to help Rockets even series with 109-94 win over Warriors
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Jalen Green made eight 3-pointers and scored 38 points to lead the Houston Rockets to a 109-94 win over the Golden State Warriors on Wednesday night in a testy matchup to even the first-round Western ...0 CommentsComment on Facebook
Astros win, 3-1, to sweep the Blue Jays behind dominant pitching (Toronto had 9 hits in the series) and an Houston offense that had double-digit hits in each game.
The Astros are 13-11 (they were 7-17 through 24 games last year).
Christian Walker is 5-for-7 in his last two games.
Christian Walker homers in 3-run 2nd, Astros beat Blue Jays 3-1 for series sweep
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Christian Walker homered in a three-run second, Ryan Gusto pitched well into the sixth and the Houston Astros beat the Toronto Blue Jays 3-1 on Wednesday night to sweep the three-game series.0 CommentsComment on Facebook
Stunning news-Mike Forman, who has covered local athletes for decades, was let go from the Victoria Advocate after 42 years. He found out in a phone call.
“I've got to thank my family, fellow workers, coaches, athletes and readers for helping me do my job.”
“It's sad what is happening to local newspapers, which are vital parts of our communities.”
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Unseasonably warm and humid conditions are expected for the next several days.
Isolated to scattered showers and thunderstorms are possible through Saturday.
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A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms overnight. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 72. Southeast wind around 5 mph. A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly between 1pm and 4pm. Cloudy, then gradually becoming mostly sunny, with an afternoon high near 87. South southeast wind 5 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph.
Thursday Night: A 10 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms before 7pm. Increasing clouds, with a low around 70. Southeast wind 5 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph.
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Rain chances should continue tonight, but mainly over northern counties. Look for low temperatures in the mid 60s to lower 70s.
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Estimated rain totals Tue PM through Wed AM. A large swath of 1/2" to 1 1/2" of rainfall was estimated across the Hill Country, I-35 corridor, and Coastal Plains. Isolated pockets of 2-4" were also estimated, with a max of 5.08" measured near La Grange.
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As Austin's largest private employer as of last year, Tesla's fortunes are tied to the city's economy.
Tesla CEO Elon Musk acknowledged yesterday that "political sentiment" may be undermining the Austin-based company's financial performance and that tariffs are poised to do the same.
Elon Musk's Tesla admits "political sentiment" may hurt the company
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Tesla's first-quarter revenue totaled $19.3 billion, down 9% from a year earlier.1 CommentsComment on Facebook