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Texas Set to Lead Global Data Center Market by 2030
Texas is on track to become the world’s largest data center market by 2030, overtaking Northern Virginia. Fueled by AI infrastructure investments and low-cost renewable energy, the Lone Star State now hosts 6.5 gigawatts of data center capacity under construction amid widespread industry growth.
If you live in Texas, expect a big tech footprint growing near you, especially around Central Texas suburbs. These massive facilities consume immense power and water, potentially affecting your local resources and environment. On the upside, Texas’ business-friendly regulations could bring jobs and infrastructure upgrades, but you might also see more community debates over land use and water conservation as data centers expand.
Source: Austin American-statesman
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Markets
Oil (WTI) | 66.0400 | ▲ 0.11% |
Gas (Nat.) | 2.9290 | ▲ 0.24% |
Cotton | 0.6436 / lb | ▲ 0.12% |
Cattle | 2.4775 / lb | ▲ 1.77% |
S&P 500 | 6861.65 | ▲ 0.23% |
Dow Jones | 49392.82 | ▲ 0.13% |
Nasdaq | 22681.35 | ▲ 0.29% |
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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 | 63.5 | 42.4 |
Houston | 78.6 | 66.2 |
Austin | 70.3 | 55.2 |
San Antonio | 76.5 | 61.2 |
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Politics and Economy
Texas Senate Primary Intensifies After Colbert Interview Pull
Democratic Reps. Jasmine Crockett and James Talarico are locked in a tense Texas U.S. Senate primary as early voting ramps up. Talarico gained national attention after CBS lawyers blocked the airing of his Stephen Colbert interview, which his campaign says raised $2.5 million. Crockett urges voters to focus on experience amid the heightened spotlight.
This primary matters directly to your Texas political landscape. If you’re picking a candidate, you’re weighing not just the campaign ads but how each might handle federal challenges and represent your community’s interests. The boost Talarico received from a national late-night show shows how media influence can suddenly change a race. Understanding these dynamics gives you more insight into who might shape policies that affect your daily life and future in Texas.
Source: Head Topics
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What else is happening:
Voters are weighing experience, ideology, and electability as they consider who is running for Texas governor, a contest that will shape state policy and turnout.
Local election officials are urging Dallas County voters to use early voting or mail ballots to avoid precinct lines and ensure their primary choices are counted.
Voters in the Rio Grande Valley face a pivotal primary where South Texas Democrats could push the state party left or preserve centrist strategies for November.
Tech and Business
Hackers Exploit Critical BeyondTrust Vulnerability Worldwide
A severe flaw in BeyondTrust’s remote support software is being actively exploited to install backdoors like VShell and SparkRAT. Identified as CVE-2026-1731 with a top severity score, this remote code execution vulnerability affects sectors including finance and healthcare across multiple countries, prompting urgent patches and federal warnings.
If your workplace relies on remote support tools, this kind of cyber attack could expose your systems to hackers gaining silent control without any login. The risk means IT teams need swift updates to block these vulnerabilities, protecting sensitive data and avoiding costly breaches. For any business handling confidential info, staying updated on patches is critical to keep operations safe and secure.
Source: Cybersecurity News
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Dallas Morning News Opens Pop-Up Newsroom at RedBird
The Dallas Morning News will host a pop-up newsroom at the Shops at RedBird in March, engaging with local residents through events and community discussions. Journalists will be accessible for story ideas and dialogue, supporting trust-building and connection across North Texas neighborhoods.
For you living in Southern Dallas or nearby, this pop-up newsroom means an easier way to interact directly with reporters and influence local news coverage. It’s a chance to raise community concerns, learn about timely health topics, or just meet the faces behind your daily headlines. Getting involved can help shape stories that matter most where you live.
Source: Dallas News
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What else is happening:
Dallas columnist warns that generative AI's opaque mechanisms complicate regulation and oversight, raising risks for companies and lawmakers grappling with responsible AI governance.
PwC engineers built an AI agent to automate massive spreadsheets, promising productivity gains while prompting security and workforce concerns for large Texas enterprises.
Sports
No. 2 Houston hosts No. 4 Arizona Wildcats Saturday
The No. 2 Houston Cougars, undefeated at home, face the No. 4 Arizona Wildcats in a key Big 12 matchup. Houston averages 77.8 points per game, while Arizona scores 87.7. Both teams hold strong 11-2 conference records and meet for the first time this season.
If you’re a Houston basketball fan, Saturday’s game is a chance to watch a top-ranked team defend its home turf against a formidable rival. Expect a fast-paced match that could influence who leads the Big 12 conference. For local communities, it’s a perfect excuse to gather, cheer, and enjoy some high-level college basketball action.
Source: AP News
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Sports Spotlight:
San Antonio looks to extend its six-game win streak when the Spurs host Sacramento, a game that could shift Western Conference momentum for the franchise.
The Rockets aim to keep a five-game road win streak alive in New York, a matchup that will test their late-season playoff credentials and depth.
Austin siblings Noah and Jules Morris will cheer while competing against each other at the UIL state swim meet, showcasing family rivalry that elevates local programs.
Texas Wildlife Insight
Texas is home to the world’s only naturally occurring population of ocelots in the United States — a rare spotted wildcat found only in the dense thorn forests of South Texas. Fewer than 80 ocelots remain in the wild, all living in tiny pockets of the Rio Grande Valley, making Texas their last natural stronghold.