Feature Impact Nothing screams fall quite like pumpkins, and as the weather gets cooler, there’s no better way to enjoy them than in a hot bowl of homemade soup. Roasting a whole pumpkin or kabocha squash creates deeper, richer flavors in this Creamy Pumpkin Soup recipe, but if you don’t have muc...
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Texas Tech students walk across campus between classes on Sept. 9, 2026. Credit: Mark Rogers for The Texas Tribune By Jessica Priest and Sneha Dey, The Texas Tribune For years, Texas Republicans wielded power over public universities with little political resistance as they banne...
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DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) — A shooting at an Iowa post office left three people injured Thursday, authorities said. Des Moines police said the suspect has been detained and that the victims suffered injuries that are not believed to be life-threatening. “They’re all at the hospital, ...
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ODESSA, Texas (KOSA) - One person was taken into custody Wednesday night following a police response near 38th Street and Golder Avenue in Odessa. Around 7:43p.m., residents reported seeing several patrol cars, blocked streets and officers directing traffic near Burleson Elementa...
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By SEUNG MIN KIM and MARY CLARE JALONICK The Associated Press WASHINGTON Corruption topped the list of concerns for voters who ousted Republicans and handed Democrats control of Congress in the midterm elections . Now, the newly empowered Democratic Party is putting the issue fro...
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MIDLAND Midland ISD is partnering with the Scharbauer Foundation to strengthen student support systems and expand efforts to create safe, supportive learning environments for students and staff across the district. Through the Safe and Supported Schools Community of Practice, Mid...
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By JOSH BOAK The Associated Press WASHINGTON President Donald Trump was publicly humbled by inflation in the midterm elections , as rising prices provoked a blistering set of losses for Republicans in House, Senate and gubernatorial races. Most voters said that Trump’s own polici...
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Republican legislators talk amongst themselves on the Senate floor on Aug. 6, 2025 in Austin. Credit: Ronaldo Bolaños/The Texas Tribune By Alejandro Serrano, The Texas Tribune When Vikki Goodwin was elected the first Democratic lieutenant governor of Texas since 1999 on Tuesday n...
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Feature Impact The holiday season is a beautiful time of gathering with loved ones, making memories, giving gifts and sharing the year’s bounty with one another. Bring a little extra sunshine to the season by showcasing citrus fruits at your holiday table this year. This Florida ...
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Alaskans are awaiting more results from key races on the general election ballot, including a bitterly fought U.S. Senate campaign and an open seat for governor. A ballot measure seeking to repeal Alaska’s unique system of open primaries and ranked vote general elections was also...
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Texas Attorney General-elect Nathan Johnson talks with reporters at the Texas Democratic Convention in Corpus Christi on June 27, 2026. Credit: Eddie Gaspar/The Texas Tribune By Terri Langford and Eleanor Klibanoff, The Texas Tribune Less than 24 hours after a historic sweep of T...
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Feature Impact Add a spark to this year’s holiday gatherings by turning attention to stunning side dishes that feature a twist on tradition. These filling, flavorful recipes do more than complement the main course; they might even become the focus of the feast. Made with gluten-f...
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Feature Impact As the holiday season approaches, savvy gift-givers are already strategizing. Instead of scrambling to shop at the last minute and settling for whatever you can find, you can hunt strategically for gifts to make your loved ones smile. According to a survey conducte...
