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Texas State Police takes cue from ICE, invests heavily on controversial surveillance technology
During the last few months, cutting-edge technology has increasingly made its way to border surveillance, with everything from risk-based facial recognition to surveillance blimps being used by authorities to control ports of entry in the southern border. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has been at the forefront, investing $2.7 million...
Spike in various insurances has middle-class consumers searching for cheaper options
High insurance bills have some or all of us looking at cheaper options. The costs of everything from car and homeowners insurance are going up, and experts are seeing a large spike in people trying to find ways to save money.In the past, if your car or homeowner's insurance went up a little bit, you probably just shrugged your shoulders and paid the bill, but the increases we are seeing now are leading many of us to look for a better deal."There are unprecedented times in terms of the rate increase people are seeing," said Chris Rice, the vice...
BEWARE: IRS Says Thousands Of Texas Taxpayers Could Face Jail Time
Uncle Sam might be looking for you very soon in Texas. News Week released the statement saying how the IRS was warning thousands of taxpayers who could find themselves behind bars. TEXANS COULD BE LOOKING AT SERIOUS JAIL TIME! Thousands of individuals who have filed taxes with returns to receive high refunds could be in very deep waters...
Mississippi driver arrested in Texas after 17 illegals found hidden inside truck
A Mississippi driver has been arrested in Texas on charges of human smuggling after authorities discovered 17 illegal immigrants hidden inside a truck. The arrest was announced on Thursday by Lt. Chris Olivarez of the Texas Department of Public Safety, who shared the details on social media. The driver was reportedly found operating a “cloned” Lowe’s work truck in Kinney County, a tactic often used to avoid detection.
Jasmine Crockett named national co-chair of Kamala Harris' presidential campaign
The Kamala Harris-Tim Walz presidential campaign has secured representation from North Texas, with Rep. Jasmine Crockett, D-Dallas, announcing on Wednesday night that she has been named the campaign's national co-chair. Crockett, renowned for her spirited clashes with Republicans on the internet, is gearing up for a busy fall travel schedule...
Bars Are Opting For Higher Age Requirements- Will Texas Follow The Trend?
As a Millennial person, I strive to be inclusive and welcoming to people despite any differences we may have, however, one demographic can be challenging at times- them kids. Don't get me wrong, I like Gen Z for many reasons, particularly bringing back 90s fashion, which I am ancient enough to have participated in the first time.
Women's Team Places Second and Men's Places Third at the UIW Twilight
SAN ANTONIO, Texas – At its first meet of the season, the UIW Twilight, the Texas State women's cross country team placed second overall in the 4k and scored 56 points, while the men's team finished third in the 6k and tallied 96 points. On the women's side, three...
Bexar County, Texas High School Football Schedule, Live Streams This Week
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MBI Scholarship Applications Due 9/15
Each year, the foundations provides $5,000 in educational scholarships to employees of MBI member companies or employee spouses, children, or grandchildren. The MBI Foundation provides one $2,500 scholarship and it’s Canadian Foundation provides one $2,500 scholarship. Applicants apply directly to the foundations and must be enrolled or enrolling in a two- or four-year institution.
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