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Corpus Christi Convention Rallies Texas Democrats for 2026 Midterms
The three-day Texas Democratic Convention in Corpus Christi focused on flipping Republican-held statewide offices in 2026.
Marlene OrtizJune 30, 20262 min read
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Education Board Requires Bible Stories in Texas Public School Curriculum
The Texas State Board of Education approved Bible readings and a rewritten K–8 social studies curriculum, drawing sharp reactions from both supporters and critics.
Marlene OrtizJune 30, 20262 min read
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PUCT Greenlights ERCOT Batch Zero for Data Center Grid Connections
The Public Utility Commission of Texas approved ERCOT's Batch Zero process on June 18, creating a new framework for managing the flood of data center and large industrial requests seeking to connect to the state power grid.
Marlene OrtizJune 29, 20262 min read
World Cup by the Numbers: Van Alstyne's U.S. 75 Position in the $1.5 Billion North Texas Tournament Economy
Nine World Cup matches at AT&T Stadium, $1.5 billion to $2.1 billion projected regional impact and short-term rental revenue pacing 40 percent above prior year for June 2026. A Van Alstyne look at corridor overflow potential.
Cody FerrisJune 14, 20268 min read
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USA Beats Paraguay 4-1 at Home World Cup Opener: Balogun Brace, Reyna Late
The United States opened the 2026 FIFA World Cup with a 4-1 victory over Paraguay at SoFi Stadium Friday. Folarin Balogun scored twice, Weston McKennie assisted on the opening goal and Gio Reyna added the fourth in stoppage time.
Cody FerrisJune 13, 20265 min read
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Texas Made: The Four FC Dallas Academy Products on America's World Cup Roster
Weston McKennie, Ricardo Pepi, Alejandro Zendejas and Chris Richards all came through the FC Dallas academy, and all four are on the U.S. roster for the 2026 World Cup. Their stories, their stats and the Texas pipeline that built them.
Cody FerrisJune 11, 20267 min read
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USMNT 2026 World Cup Preview: Pochettino's Squad, Group D Opponents and the Path Ahead
The United States men's national team opens 2026 FIFA World Cup play June 12 vs Paraguay in Los Angeles, with Australia and Turkey to follow in Group D. Pochettino's 26 player roster features captain Tim Ream and Tyler Adams.
Cody FerrisJune 10, 20267 min read
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Karmelo Anthony Receives 35 Year Sentence in Frisco Track Meet Murder of Austin Metcalf
A Collin County jury on Tuesday sentenced Karmelo Anthony, 19, to 35 years in prison for the murder of Austin Metcalf, 17, fatally stabbed at a Frisco ISD district track meet in April 2025. The trial took place in McKinney.
Jubal PenningtonJune 10, 20263 min read
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Karmelo Anthony Guilty of Murder in Texas High School Stabbing Case
A Collin County jury found Karmelo Anthony guilty of murder in the death of 17-year-old Austin Metcalf.
Jubal PenningtonJune 9, 20261 min read
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Second Texas screwworm case confirmed as Abbott expands response
USDA says a second New World screwworm detection was confirmed in a Zavala County calf as Texas directs more resources to containment.
Van Alstyne NewsroomJune 7, 20263 min read
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Texas confirms New World screwworm case in Zavala County calf
Texas and federal officials confirmed New World screwworm larvae in a South Texas calf, prompting quarantines, surveillance and public-health guidance.
Van Alstyne NewsroomJune 5, 20264 min read
Universal Kids Resort Opens July 1 in Frisco, Drawing North Texas Families Down I-75
A $550 million Universal theme park designed for children ages 3 to 11 opens in Frisco on July 1, 2026, about an hour south of Grayson County on I-75. Tickets start at $54.99 and the city projects $30 million in direct tax revenue over a decade.
Van Alstyne NewsroomJune 5, 20263 min read