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Texas prosecutor declines to charge student protesters arrested at UT Austin: University of Texas (UT) at Austin demonstrators arrested during a pro-Palestinian ...
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Senate passes bill forcing TikTok's parent company to sell or face ban, sends to Biden for signature
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Quick Glance: What Lies Ahead for TikTok in the US?
- The US Senate has unanimously approved a bill that could potentially lead to the banning of TikTok within nine months, unless its Chinese owner, ByteDance, withdraws from the video-sharing app due to concerns about national security threats.
- President Joe Biden has confirmed his intention to sign the legislation on Wednesday.
- ByteDance acquired the well-known karaoke app Musical.ly and rebranded it as TikTok back in 2017. It has become one of the fastest-growing applications in the United States, boasting 150 million monthly subscribers.
San Antonio angler catches 30-inch koi in Southeast Side pond: Jose Naranjo was looking for bass when he reeled in the massive ornamental fish from a roadside ...
expressnews.com/news/article/san-antonio-angler-catches-30-inch-koi-fish-local-19404654.php
Seattle hospital won’t turn over gender-affirming care records in lawsuit settlement with Texas
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Quick Glance: Seattle Children’s to Exit Texas Due to Gender-Affirming Care
- Seattle Children’s Hospital will forego its ability to do business in Texas as part of an agreement with the state’s Attorney General to stop inquiries into gender-affirming care for Texas patients.
- Last year, Attorney General Ken Paxton attempted to compel Seattle Children’s to turn over information about gender-affirming care that Texas patients may have received at the facility. The hospital sued Paxton, stating that the office doesn’t have jurisdiction over patient records in Washington.
- Seattle Children’s will 'voluntarily withdraw its registration to transact business in the State of Texas' by the end of the week. Paxton’s office will rescind its civil investigative demand and its request for a sworn written declaration served to the hospital in November.
- Paxton also requested information on patients from Texas who received gender-affirming care services at the Seattle hospital, including diagnoses details, prescribed medications, and other treatment protocols. Additionally, his office asked for similar records from a telehealth clinic in Georgia.
Police arrest pro-Palestine protesters at UT-Austin: Authorities told students they could face criminal trespass charges if they didn’t disperse ...
texastribune.org/2024/04/24/ut-austin-israel-hamas-war-palestine-student-arrests/
Pro-Palestinian Encampments Take Over American College Campuses: As the death toll from Israeli strikes on Gaza increases, pro-Palestinian encampments have ...
time.com/6969875/pro-palestinian-encampments-take-over-college-campuses-across-america/
Texas prosecutor appeals ruling that tossed Crystal Mason’s voting fraud conviction
thehill.com/homenews/4622384-texas-prosecutor-appeals-ruling-that-tossed-crystal-masons-voting-fraud-conviction/
Congress Speeds TikTok Ban Bill By Adding It To Ukraine, Israel, Taiwan Aid Package
forbes.com/sites/johannacostigan/2024/04/18/new-legislative-package-proposes-aid-for-ukraine-israel-taiwan-and-banning-tiktok/
Drunk San Antonio visitors mistake Tower of the Americas for UFO: The base of the tower wasn't visible through hazy night skies, causing the visitors to believe ...
expressnews.com/lifestyle/article/drunk-men-mistake-tower-of-americas-ufo-19401307.php
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Texas court halts poverty relief program after Paxton’s ’emergency’ petition: In his campaign to block a Houston-area guaranteed basic income program ...
thehill.com/homenews/state-watch/4615391-ken-paxton-emergency-petition-basic-income-program/
Live news: Police presence grows as pro-Palestine protests spread across US campuses
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Hundreds Arrested: Students Across U.S. Protest for Palestine as Campus Crackdown Intensifies
democracynow.org/2024/4/25/student_protests_us_campuses_gaza_war
Texas lawmakers establish new school safety policies: Texas lawmakers have mandated armed guards at every public school, panic buttons in classrooms and more ...
texastribune.org/2024/04/24/texas-public-school-safety-guide/
Appeals Court Dismisses Defamation Suit Against ProPublica, Houston Chronicle: The news outlets’ 2018 investigation into famed Houston heart surgeon Bud Frazier ...
propublica.org/article/texas-appeals-court-dismisses-defamation-suit-propublica-houston-chronicle-frazier
Here’s what the law says about protesting on Texas college campuses: Students can generally peacefully protest, regardless of their viewpoint ...
texastribune.org/2024/04/24/protest-texas-college-campus-free-speech-rights/
Remnants of bird flu virus found in pasteurized milk, FDA says: U.S. health officials say samples of pasteurized milk have tested positive for remnants of the ...
apnews.com/article/bird-flu-milk-virus-pasteurization-c7eef7b46b08961c1965a0eb30932b3a
Quick Glance: USDA directive mandates bird flu testing for dairy cows in interstate transport
- A new federal directive from the USDA states that dairy cows transported across state lines must be tested for bird flu.
- Following the discovery of bird flu virus fragments in pasteurized milk, the FDA initiated a survey of commercially sold milk.
- The presence of the virus in the commercial milk supply indicates previous measures were insufficient in controlling its spread.
- In addition to testing dairy cows before transport, the Wednesday's order mandates state veterinary labs to report positive tests to federal health authorities.
Tesla asks shareholders to help Elon Musk get paid $56 billion: Tesla's stock has slumped in 2024 amid concerns about middling demand for EVs
axios.com/2024/04/17/elon-musk-pay-package-tesla-delaware-court
Quick Glance: Why Tesla Wants Approval for Elon Musk's $55 Billion Compensation Package
- Tesla is seeking shareholder approval for Elon Musk's compensation package, which was previously rejected by a judge.
- The company asserts that implementing the plan is crucial for Tesla's future growth.
- Elon Musk will be rewarded with stock options that become available when Tesla achieves specific financial objectives.
Dozens arrested at U of Texas, USC as anti-Israel protests spread to more US campuses
timesofisrael.com/dozens-arrested-at-u-of-texas-usc-as-anti-israel-protests-spread-to-more-us-campuses/
Tesla Announces Steep Employee Cuts Amid Revenue Drop: Elon Musk's electric vehicle company is laying off more than 6,000 employees after reporting a 9% drop in ...
huffpost.com/entry/tesla-layoffs-california-texas_n_66282c39e4b096c7bac6847b
New technology helps US shale oil industry start to rebuild well productivity: Technology advances are making it possible for U.S. shale oil and gas companies to ...
reuters.com/markets/commodities/new-technology-helps-us-shale-oil-industry-start-rebuild-well-productivity-2024-04-24/
Tony Gonzales blasts fellow Republicans as ‘scumbags,’ klansmen: Gonzales’ interview on CNN infuriated members of the House Freedom Caucus ...
texastribune.org/2024/04/22/tony-gonzales-republicans-matt-gaetz-scumbags/
Quick Glance: House Republican Infighting Escalates Post Foreign Aid Vote
- After passing a comprehensive $95 billion foreign aid package, intense disputes among House Republicans have heightened within the chamber.
- Many Republican members are frustrated with colleagues who vote against laws instead of seeking compromises within the party.
- A persistent bloc of Republicans advocates for ideological purity, insisting on a firm stance in negotiations with the Democrats.
- The internal conflicts have spilled over into the campaign trail, with some Republicans advocating for measures against the hardline faction.
Not Just Columbia: Pro-Palestine Protests Roil Campuses Nationwide: Many of the demonstrations were meant to urge schools to divest from military contractors ...
thedailybeast.com/several-students-arrested-at-massive-ut-austin-pro-palestine-protest
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Underground Railroad’s pre-Civil War track to freedom ran through San Antonio in 1833
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Police detain pro-Palestinian protesters on University of Texas campus: Texas state police detained multiple pro-Palestinian demonstrators Wednesday on the ...
thehill.com/homenews/education/4618680-palestinian-protesters-university-of-texas/
McCaul says respect for Johnson ‘has gone way up’ after passing foreign aid package
thehill.com/homenews/house/4609500-mccaul-says-respect-for-johnson-has-gone-way-up-after-passing-foreign-aid-package/
Quick Glance: Ukrainian President Thanks US for Weapon Aid
- Ukrainian President Zelenskyy thanked U.S. political leaders for approving an aid package for Ukraine, providing the country with a chance at "victory" in its defense against Russia.
- The House passed a bill granting Ukraine $60.8 billion in aid, with Zelenskyy urging swift Senate approval to ensure rapid assistance to frontline soldiers.
- Zelenskyy emphasized the critical need for long-range weapons and air defense systems to stabilize the situation and regain the initiative in Ukraine.
- He addressed rumors of a territorial deal with Russia, emphasizing the importance of a strategy based on concrete democratic measures to end the war.
Pug Mom and Her Eight Puppies Abandoned Behind Gas Station: 'Indefensible': The nine dogs were found in distress in a woodland area located behind a gas station ...
newsweek.com/pug-mom-eight-puppies-abandoned-behind-gas-station-indefensible-texas-1893583
Tesla is planning to lay off 10% of its workers after dismal 1Q sales, multiple news outlets report
apnews.com/article/tesla-layoff-workforce-sales-decline-ee35abc216b5aeb222068500b916ef14
Employee non-compete ban challenged in court by US business groups: Lawsuit from US Chamber of Commerce and other groups argues rule approved by FTC will hurt ...
ft.com/content/72a91385-0681-4323-884e-2ebb190da236
Quick Glance: US implements ban on worker 'competition agreements' with business groups filing lawsuits
- The U.S. Federal Trade Commission has approved a framework to eliminate agreements often signed by employees to refrain from joining their employers' competitors or establishing rival businesses.
- The ban on noncompete agreements is projected to boost worker earnings by up to $488 billion over the next decade and facilitate the establishment of over 8,500 new businesses annually.
- Prominent business associations have criticized the framework and declared legal actions, contending that noncompete agreements assist companies in safeguarding trade secrets and advancing competitiveness.
- Unions have endorsed the FTC's vote in favor of the ban, hailing it as a significant triumph for workers that will enhance the national economy by fostering entrepreneurship.
A Texas county responds to demands for ballot hand-counts: Brazos County election officials are responding to demands from skeptical residents by expanding hand ...
texastribune.org/2024/04/23/brazos-county-elections-skeptics/
Texas abortion transfer proposal worries doctors, lawyers: The proposed guidance from the Texas Medical Board would require doctors to document whether there was ...
texastribune.org/2024/04/25/texas-medical-board-abortion/
Grumpy’s Mexican Café serves San Antonio's best country cooking in big portions: Come to Grumpy's Mexican Café for San Antonio's best country cooking ...
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Migrants shipped to Martha's Vineyard by Gov. Ron DeSantis given crime victim visas
nypost.com/2024/04/23/us-news/migrants-shipped-to-marthas-vineyard-by-gov-ron-desantis-given-crime-victim-visas/
Javier Milei and Elon Musk are giga happy. Does anyone care?: On April 12, the Argentine president and Tesla CEO visited the company's gigafactory in Austin ...
lemonde.fr/en/m-le-mag/article/2024/04/21/javier-milei-and-elon-musk-are-giga-happy-does-anyone-care_6669063_117.html
Quick Glance: Javier Milei and Elon Musk: Business, Fashion, and Thumbs-Up Gesture
- The Argentine president and Tesla CEO visited the company's gigafactory in Austin, Texas, to freely discuss business on April 12.
- Milei and Musk met in Texas, visited Tesla Giga Texas factory, and had extensive conversations about the importance of free markets and defending freedom ideas.
- Musk recently lost 15 kilograms and shared insights into his diet, including deprivation, intermittent fasting, and Ozempic, an anti-diabetic medication.
- Both dressed in unique outfits, featuring cargo pants, skinny jeans, and cowboy accessories, expressing their enthusiasm with thumbs-up gestures.
Even immigration restrictionists stay away from GOP’s ‘invasion’ rhetoric: Republican use of the term “invasion” is putting party officials at odds with the ...
thehill.com/latino/4606438-immigration-gop-southern-border-invasion/
San Antonio Zoo still awesome, named best in Texas again: The Texas Travel Awards gave our zoo the honor in 2022, 2023 and now 2024. The past year brought ...
expressnews.com/news/article/san-antonio-zoo-best-texas-19419857.php
Comedian Gabriel Iglesias hints at permanent move to San Antonio: "There should never be any question about the love I have for the 210," Fluffy said at his San ...
expressnews.com/lifestyle/article/comedian-gabriel-iglesias-hints-move-san-antonio-19407646.php
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COVID-19: How the search for the pandemic's origins turned poisonous: The Chinese government froze meaningful efforts to trace the origins of the coronavirus ...
apnews.com/article/china-covid-virus-origins-pandemic-lab-leak-bed5ab50dca8e318ab00f60b5911da0c
Texans in U.S. House split on Ukraine, Israel aid: Hardline conservatives opposed the bills without more legislation to harden the southern border ...
texastribune.org/2024/04/20/texas-congress-ukraine-israel-tik-tok/
Allergies can make you miserable. Here's how to track pollen levels near you: Allergy season is here, but it doesn't have to make you miserable ...
apnews.com/article/allergies-pollen-symptoms-tree-grass-spring-b2cf14d86549791a64d78eb1529a98ea
These 37 House Democrats and 21 Republicans voted against Israel aid: Despite bipartisan opposition, the Israel aid bill garnered a majority and will be taken up ...
businessinsider.com/which-house-democrats-republicans-vote-against-israel-gaza-aid-2024-4
Fiesta concessions 'more expensive than Coachella,' Reddit says: A beer priced at $10 and a margarita at $20 sparked outrage among social media users.
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This solar giant is moving manufacturing back to the US: Tariffs and IRA tax incentives are starting to reshape global supply chains—but vast challenges lie ...
technologyreview.com/2024/04/23/1091665/canadian-solar-ira-manufacturing-us/
Lottery winners in San Antonio and La Vernia claimed over $8M in scratch-off tickets
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UT Austin protests: Greg Abbott pushed for crackdown months ago: Free speech advocates have blasted Abbott for sending state troopers to arrest demonstrators ...
houstonchronicle.com/politics/texas/article/ut-austin-protests-greg-abbott-19422233.php
1 dead, 13 injured after 18-wheeler intentionally crashed into Texas public safety office
ctvnews.ca/world/1-dead-13-injured-after-18-wheeler-intentionally-crashed-into-texas-public-safety-office-1.6845079
Quick Glance: Semitrailer Crashes into Public Safety Building Intentionally
- A Texas semitrailer driver crashed a stolen 18-wheeler through a public safety building after his commercial driver's license renewal was rejected, resulting in one death and 13 injuries.
- The driver, identified as Clenard Parker, was detained after attempting to ram the building again and is facing multiple felonies without specified charges.
- Law enforcement's swift response was praised for averting potential further casualties in the violent act.
- The Texas Rangers are leading the investigation into the incident, which required a heavy police presence to manage the impact of the attack.
At least 20 arrested at UT Austin protest as nationwide pro-Palestine demonstrations rage
nydailynews.com/2024/04/24/ut-austin-protest-riots-student-arrests/
Texas Republicans urge for full Senate impeachment trial: Two Texans are among 11 House impeachment managers initiating a trial of the Homeland Security ...
texastribune.org/2024/04/16/michael-mccaul-august-pfluger-mayorkas-impeachment/
Noncitizen voting isn't an issue in federal elections, regardless of conspiracy theories. Here's why
apnews.com/article/trump-immigrant-voting-noncitizens-elections-explained-cf4c73b336147b5f5d9c2a22b2564994
Quick Glance: Trump's Favorite Theme: Dishonest 'Noncitizen Voting'
- House Speaker Mike Johnson's 'election security' event at Mar-a-Lago will focus on legislation targeting noncitizen voting.
- Despite existing bans and rare noncitizen votes, the debate aims to boost Trump's presidential candidacy.
- Laws from 1996 prohibit noncitizen voting in federal and state elections, yet some municipalities in some states allow it.
- Trump and allies falsely claim noncitizens vote in elections, while data shows minimal incidents. The debate serves as a political maneuver and distracts from actual election issues.
After VW plant victory, UAW sets its sights on Mercedes in Alabama: The United Auto Workers has made history by winning its first unionization vote at an auto ...
reuters.com/business/autos-transportation/after-vw-plant-victory-uaw-sets-its-sights-mercedes-alabama-2024-04-20/
Video Our favorite Barbra Streisand moments for her birthday: Happy birthday, Barbra!
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H-E-B giving Texas customers free reusable bags on Earth Day: The San Antonio-based grocer will give away tote bags featuring a Texas logo and imagery of Big ...
expressnews.com/news/article/heb-free-reusable-bags-earth-day-19412096.php
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Texas car insurance premiums are soaring. Here's what's behind spike.: Auto insurance rates in Texas rose an average of 25.5% in 2023, the largest annual ...
expressnews.com/business/article/texas-car-insurance-premiums-soaring-why-19399254.php
A Texas appellate court upheld a decision to reject attorney disciplinary charges against Donald Trump ally Sidney Powell ...
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Gaza demonstrator splatters bloody mural on congressman’s front door: Rep. John Carter (R-Texas) posted a picture of the door to his Georgetown, Texas ...
thehill.com/homenews/4615179-gaza-demonstrator-splatters-bloody-mural-on-congressmans-front-door/
Brothers vow to make Von Erich a household name again, win tag team: Brothers vow to make Von Erich a household name again, win tag team gold for their father ...
expressnews.com/sports/article/brothers-vow-make-von-erich-household-name-again-19411256.php
Fiesta concessions 'more expensive than Coachella,' Reddit says: A beer priced at $10 and a margarita at $20 sparked outrage among social media users.
expressnews.com/lifestyle/article/fiesta-concession-prices-20-dollar-margarita-19413468.php
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Harris County DA gives Lina Hidalgo staffer case to AG: Hidalgo’s staffers were indicted on felony charges related to how they allegedly helped award an $11 ...
texastribune.org/2024/04/25/kim-ogg-harris-county-lina-hidalgo-attorney-general/
What counts as a medical exception for abortion? Depends who you ask.: Doctors say they fear that following their medical judgment could cost them their license ...
politico.com/news/2024/04/23/doctors-abortion-medical-exemptions-00153317
Houston Pride is returning in June. Twice.: Houston will have two pride parades and festivals in June, put on by Pride Houston 365 and a breakaway group ...
houstonchronicle.com/business/article/houston-pride-2024-19396105.php
Comedian Gabriel Iglesias hints at permanent move to San Antonio: "There should never be any question about the love I have for the 210," Fluffy said at his San ...
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Texas Cavaliers River Parade has ‘floats that really do float’: Find out more about the Fiesta parade that draws thousands to the banks of the River Walk.
expressnews.com/fiesta/article/texas-cavaliers-river-parade-fiesta-19416302.php
Houston officer back on duty after 4th deadly shooting incident: Even as officer Devin Inocencio faces criminal and internal affairs investigations ...
axios.com/local/houston/2024/04/22/houston-police-shooting-devin-inocencio
Tesla vote on Elon Musk $56 billion payday critical for future: Tesla's poor performance doesn't justify Musk's pay package for a part-time CEO.
houstonchronicle.com/business/columnists/tomlinson/article/elon-musk-pay-tesla-shareholder-vote-19412462.php
Much of South Texas in 40s early Monday, fast warm-up coming: Early morning temperatures in the mid- to upper 40s are expected for many Monday morning ...
expressnews.com/san-antonio-weather/forecast/article/cold-morning-warm-afternoon-san-antonio-19413691.php
Texas School Districts Violated an Election Transparency Law: ProPublica and The Texas Tribune analyzed 35 Texas school districts that held trustee elections ...
propublica.org/article/texas-school-districts-violated-a-law-intended-to-add-transparency-to-local-elections
Will rain threaten Fiesta San Antonio parades? Here’s the latest.: Two major Fiesta parades are coming up on Friday and Saturday, and the weather could be a ...
expressnews.com/san-antonio-weather/article/fiesta-parades-forecast-san-antonio-rain-19422331.php
Clydesdales stop at the Alamo to kick off Fiesta appearances: The team will be marching in both the Battle of Flowers and Fiesta Flambeau parades.
expressnews.com/news/article/alamo-budweiser-clydesdales-fiesta-19410716.php
Texas AG Ken Paxton fails to block Houston’s basic income plan: Is it a violation of the Texas Constitution for a city to give money to its low-income residents? ...
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'Notorious' lemur roaming Aransas Pass caught by animal control: The man who discovered the lemur said it escaped when its owner went out of town.
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Billionaire In-N-Out heiress Lynsi Snyder claims she went 'toe-to-toe' to keep prices down as Calif. fast food industry, prices slammed by minimum wage hike
nypost.com/2024/04/11/business/in-n-out-president-lynsi-snyder-went-toe-to-toe-to-keep-menu-prices-down/
Sunday likely to be San Antonio’s coldest day until next fall: A strong cold front moved though South Texas Saturday night, setting the stage for an unseasonably ...
expressnews.com/san-antonio-weather/forecast/article/cold-front-unseasonably-cool-sunday-texas-19413508.php
Tesla's layoffs have hit almost 12% of its Texas workers: Tesla laid off 2,688 workers at its Austin factory, according to a WARN notice. It's likely part of ...
businessinsider.com/teslas-layoffs-jobcuts-hit-austin-texas-workers-2024-4
Fiesta revelers berate city for 'obstacle course' route to NIOSA: Fiesta goers have criticized a social media post from San Antonio Public Works that details a ...
expressnews.com/news/article/fiesta-revelers-lambaste-city-obstacle-course-19412416.php
Wembanyama surprises Bowden Academy students, helps plant garden: The Spurs player and the H-E-Buddy mascot also did an outdoor story time for the students.
expressnews.com/news/article/victor-wembanyama-bowen-academy-earth-day-19413700.php
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Students ridicule NYU 'wall of shame' as nationwide Palestine protests reach Harvard
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Texas Republicans divide over Ukraine aid: U.S. Rep. Chip Roy, R-Austin, and members of the House Freedom Caucus have stalled Ukraine aid for months demanding ...
texastribune.org/2024/04/18/texas-republicans-ukraine-aid-chip-roy/
Comedian Felipe Esparza announces San Antonio show: "Last Comic Standing" winner will be joined at Freeman Coliseum by five other comedians and DJ Deorro.
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SpaceX loses latest bid to keep lawsuit against NLRB in Texas: A divided federal appeals court on Wednesday rejected rocket maker SpaceX's latest bid to keep a ...
reuters.com/legal/legalindustry/nlrb-attorneys-cleared-wrongdoing-spacex-case-transfer-fight-2024-04-17/
Pullman Market impresses in Pearl debut: San Antonio's ambitious Pullman Market opened Tuesday at Pearl with a wide range of specialty food items and dining ...
expressnews.com/food/article/pullman-market-san-antonio-19420081.php
What Amtrak taking reins of Texas bullet train plan means: Amtrak leader believes Texas bullet project can be catalyst for high-speed rail in America ...
houstonchronicle.com/news/houston-texas/transportation/article/bullet-train-high-speed-rail-byford-amtrak-19363788.php
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