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UT Southwestern to Open DFW's First State Behavioral Health Hospital
UT Southwestern Medical Center will operate the new Texas Behavioral Health Center, the first state acute care behavioral health hospital in DFW, opening this summer with 292 beds for adults and children. The facility aims to improve access to inpatient psychiatric care and introduce new treatment models like interventional psychiatry.
If you or someone you know has struggled to find timely mental health care in the DFW area, this new hospital could be a game changer. With nearly 300 beds, including pediatric and forensic units, access will increase significantly. You can expect more comprehensive, innovative treatments that improve outcomes, supporting your community’s mental health and easing strain on existing facilities.
Source: News Wise
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Texas Grid & Weather Snapshot
Statewide Outage Count — today (from start of day to now): None.
City | High (°F) | Low (°F) |
|---|---|---|
Dallas | 85.1 | 61.3 |
Houston | 81.0 | 68.0 |
Austin | 82.9 | 63.5 |
San Antonio | 83.1. | 66.6 |
Alerts
Dallas: No active Weatherbit or NWS alerts.
Houston: No active Weatherbit or NWS alerts.
Austin: No active Weatherbit or NWS alerts.
San Antonio: No active Weatherbit or NWS alerts.
Politics and Economy
Local Churches Share Weekly Service Schedules
Several Lufkin-area churches announced their upcoming worship and study schedules. These include Abundant Life Church, Carpenter’s Way men’s Bible fellowship, Eastview United Pentecostal Church, First Baptist in Lufkin, Purpose Church’s virtual and in-person services, and Rocky Hill Missionary Baptist Church events. The notices aim to strengthen community spiritual life through varied service times and prayer meetings.
If you’re looking to deepen your faith or find connection in your neighborhood, these church events provide regular opportunities throughout the week. Whether you prefer in-person worship or virtual services, the detailed schedules can help you easily fit spiritual growth or community prayer into your routine. This also shows how local congregations stay central to community support and fellowship in East Texas.
Source: Lufkin Daily News
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What else is happening:
An opinion piece contends It’s just Trump being Trump reflects troubling transparency and judgment concerns, prompting debate over presidential accountability and the handling of sensitive national security materials.
Syndicated columnist previews political and geopolitical shifts in 2026, arguing that The future lies ahead will be defined by elections, global tensions, and major sporting events.
Tech and Business
Australia Begins Social Media Ban for Under-16s
Australia has launched a groundbreaking social media ban targeting users under 16, aiming to protect young people from addictive content and online risks. Platforms must verify ages and block underage accounts, but critics warn teens may bypass restrictions. The move offers a new approach while U.S. lawmakers continue debating similar policies.
If you have kids or teenagers at home, this ban could signal a shift in how social media is regulated globally. It may relieve some of the pressure teens feel to stay online and help parents enforce limits more evenly. Even if the ban isn’t perfect, it exposes the risks of screen time and could guide future efforts here in Texas to create safer digital spaces for youth.
Source: Dallas News
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Oil Prices Surge Amid US Actions in Venezuela and Nigeria
Oil climbed to its biggest weekly gain since October as a U.S. partial blockade of Venezuelan crude shipments and a military strike against militants in Nigeria disrupted supply. Brent crude topped $62 a barrel, supported by geopolitical tensions despite an expected global surplus next year.
If you fill up a vehicle or heat your home with oil products, prices could be heading up. Geopolitical tensions tend to ripple through gas stations and energy bills, so anticipating higher costs might help you budget better this winter. Watching how these events unfold can give you a clue about oil’s volatility and its impact on Texas households and businesses.
Source: The Boston Globe
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What else is happening:
A comprehensive study maps hidden threats from LLMs, including phishing, malicious code generation, privacy breaches, and misinformation, urging coordinated security and ethical safeguards.
New research turns noisy urban satellite signals into more reliable smartphone positioning, which could improve navigation accuracy and emergency routing in dense Texas downtowns.
Sports
Dallas Mavericks Aim to End Road Losing Streak
The Dallas Mavericks head to Sacramento to try breaking a four-game road losing streak. Dallas is 6-14 against Western Conference teams, while Sacramento struggles with a 5-19 record in conference play. The matchup highlights Dallas's strong fast break scoring against Sacramento's solid three-point shooting.
If you follow the Mavericks, this game could signal a much-needed turnaround for their road performance. Watching Russell Westbrook and DeMar DeRozan battle it out adds excitement, especially with injuries making roster depth crucial. Winning on the road restores confidence and boosts Dallas’s playoff hopes as the season progresses.
Source: AP News
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Sports Spotlight:
Houston seeks to extend a three-game home win streak against Cleveland after beating them 114-104 earlier this season, holding an 8-2 mark at home.
The Dallas Stars host the Chicago Blackhawks as Chicago tries to snap a six-game losing streak, testing Dallas's depth and defensive consistency in a key Western Conference matchup.
Dak Prescott threw for 307 yards and two touchdowns as the Dallas Cowboys held on to beat Washington 30-23, raising concerns about late-game consistency.
Texas Cultural Insight
The Texas State Capitol building in Austin is twice as tall as the U.S. Capitol in Washington, D.C. It was completed in 1888 and remains one of the largest state capitol buildings in the United States. Visitors often underestimate its size until they stand right beside it — a true symbol of Texas pride and ambition.